Games like Persona 4 Arena Ultimax

This is a 2D fighting game featuring characters from the Persona series. Players engage in tag-team battles against Shadow enemies.

88% positive from 4,589 · 2022 · 9% finish it · Steam Deck Unsupported · Lowest ever $7.52 (2025-11-21)

2D FighterActionFighting Anime Story RichMultiplayer

Six games like Persona 4 Arena Ultimax

BlazBlue Centralfiction

95% positive from 4,849 reviews201719% finish itDeck Playable

A 2D anime fighting game with a visual novel story. It features deep combat mechanics and fast-paced battles.

What players likedIt's a deep, unique anime fighter with amazing characters, art, music, and a rewarding story.

The catchOnly long-time veterans remain online, so new players get flattened in most matches.

Both are tagged 2D Fighter, Fighting and Story Rich.

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BlazBlue: Chronophantasma Extend

91% positive from 2,876 reviews20162% finish itDeck Verified

This is a 2D fighting game with visual novel elements. It features a Drive Button system, Overdrive mechanic, and a revamped Guard system for strategic combat.

What players likedPlayers praise its deep, unique character roster and combat, making it a content-rich anime fighter with significant depth and personality.

The catchHours of visual novel dialogue sit between fights, burying the actual fighting game.

Both are tagged 2D Fighter, Fighting and Story Rich.

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BlazBlue: Cross Tag Battle

80% positive from 4,648 reviews201921% finish itDeck Playable

2D tag-team fighting game featuring 2v2 battles with assist characters. It offers fast-paced, kinetic combat with smooth mechanics and gorgeous graphics.

What players likedPlayers praise its simplified combo system and accessibility, making it a fun, casual 2v2 anime fighter akin to mashing action figures.

The catchCharacter movesets are stripped down from the source fighters, so combat feels shallow.

Both are tagged 2D Fighter, Fighting and Anime.

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GUILTY GEAR Xrd REV 2

95% positive from 4,631 reviews2017Deck Verified

A 2.5D anime fighting game with 25 characters and refined 3D cell-animation. It features accessible modes for beginners and deep mechanics for experts.

What players likedPlayers say it's like a better version of "Strive" and praise its voice acting.

The catchOnline is close to empty and the players left will crush newcomers.

Both are tagged 2D Fighter, Fighting and Anime.

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THE KING OF FIGHTERS XIV STEAM EDITION

82% positive from 4,198 reviews201734% finish itDeck Verified

This is a 3D fighting game with a large character roster. Its core loop involves executing complex combos and special moves.

What players likedNo comparisons to other games are mentioned, but players praise the fun combos.

The catchIt crashes or refuses to launch on many PCs, sometimes part way through story mode.

Both are tagged 2D Fighter, Fighting and Anime.

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THE KING OF FIGHTERS '97 GLOBAL MATCH

80% positive from 1,655 reviews20183% finish itDeck Playable

A 2D fighting game featuring a large roster and two distinct gameplay modes. It concludes the Orochi Saga with fast-paced, strategic combat.

What players likedIt's classic KoF with great pixel art, offering online fights and a gallery.

The catchThere is no training or practice mode, which is basic for a fighting game.

Both are tagged 2D Fighter, Fighting and Anime.

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More about Persona 4 Arena Ultimax

What players liked

Players praise it as a unique, deep, and beginner-friendly fighting game with a great cast and Persona mechanics.

The catch

Story mode is hours of visual novel text with only minutes of actual fighting.

Reviews: 88% positive from 4,589
Released: 2022
Finish it: 9% of players
Steam Deck: Steam Deck Unsupported
Price: Lowest ever $7.52 (2025-11-21)
Play: Single-playerMulti-playerPvPFull controller supportRemote Play Together

It is here because it sits in the band this site looks at: well reviewed at 88% positive, but with 4,589 reviews, far fewer than the household names carry.

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