Games like The Legend of Tianding

Action-adventure game with fast-paced kung fu combat and a grappling hook mechanic. Explore early 20th century Taipei in a traditional Chinese manga style.

94% positive from 4,337 · 2021 · 33% finish it · Steam Deck Verified · Lowest ever $4.99 (2026-04-07)

AdventureControllerRPGCombat Martial Arts Side Scroller

Six games like The Legend of Tianding

Fading Afternoon

81% positive from 1,009 reviews202331% finish itDeck Playable

A narrative-driven beat'em up with branching paths and mini-games, exploring existential themes through open-world city exploration.

What players likedPlayers praise its immersive blend of beat 'em up combat, life simulation, and narrative choices, akin to a crime drama RPG.

The catchThe controls are unintuitive and the game barely explains what to do or where to go.

Both are tagged Martial Arts, Side Scroller and RPG.

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First Cut: Samurai Duel

89% positive from 1,952 reviews202410% finish itDeck Verified

This is a high-intensity arcade sword-fighting game with lethal strikes and a refined combat system. It features visceral dismemberment and customization, offering local multiplayer and various game modes.

What players likedPlayers praise its atmosphere, art, and satisfying combat, comparing it to Bushido Blade, Nidhogg, and Karateka.

The catchThe AI reads your inputs instantly and swings faster, so fights feel unfair.

Both are tagged Martial Arts, Side Scroller and Action.

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BLADECHIMERA

89% positive from 1,403 reviews202523% finish itDeck Verified

Action metroidvania with a demon companion sword that manipulates time and objects. Explore a dangerous world, fight demons, and unlock skills.

What players likedPlayers praise BLADECHIMERA as a polished, modern Metroidvania with tight controls, engaging combat, and beautiful pixel art, reminiscent of Castlevania.

The catchLevel design leans on long straight hallways lined with the same repeated enemies.

Both are tagged Martial Arts, Side Scroller and Action.

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Gori: Cuddly Carnage

96% positive from 1,442 reviews202414% finish itDeck Verified

Action-adventure game featuring fast-paced combat with a sentient hoverboard weapon. Players use combos and platforming to fight mutated toys in a humorous, adult-themed setting.

What players likedPlayers praise Gori: Cuddly Carnage as a fun, fast-paced hack 'n slash with DOOM vibes, reminiscent of PS3-era games.

The catchCombat is repetitive button mashing through arena after arena of the same enemies.

Both are tagged Controller, Combat and Action.

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SPRAWL

87% positive from 2,582 reviews202317% finish itDeck Playable

Hardcore retro FPS with wall-running and time-slowing combat. Fight through a dystopian cyberpunk city to escape.

What players likedPlayers praise SPRAWL as a fast-paced cyberpunk boomer shooter with fluid movement, often compared to Titanfall, Doom, Quake, and Ghostrunner.

The catchRepetitive combat with little enemy and weapon variety

Both are tagged Controller, Combat and Action.

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Swords and Sandals Immortals

84% positive from 1,120 reviews20233% finish itDeck Playable

Turn-based arena combat game with deep gladiator customization and a focus on brutal, over-the-top combat. Features both single-player campaigns and competitive multiplayer.

What players likedPlayers praise this turn-based arena RPG for its fast, brutal, and customizable fights, reminiscent of S&S3Redux.

The catchBalance is broken, with bosses and random enemies one shotting you through full armor.

Both are tagged Martial Arts and RPG.

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More about The Legend of Tianding

What players liked

Players praise its memorable comic-book art, engaging story, and fast-paced combat, reminiscent of enjoyable action platformers.

The catch

Fighting is buried under long unskippable dialogue and dull back and forth fetch quests.

Reviews: 94% positive from 4,337
Released: 2021
Finish it: 33% of players
Steam Deck: Steam Deck Verified
Price: Lowest ever $4.99 (2026-04-07)
Play: Single-player

It is here because it sits in the band this site looks at: well reviewed at 94% positive, but with 4,337 reviews, far fewer than the household names carry.

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