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Looking for games like Idol Showdown? Here are top arcade fighting recommendations with a horror, fantasy and anime focus, selected from player-similarity data — start with Them's Fightin' Herds, Dragon Ball FighterZ or Skullgirls 2nd Encore.

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  2. 87%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    91% User Score Based on 36,014 reviews
    Critic Score 83%Based on 13 reviews

    The FighterZ Edition includes the game and the FighterZ Pass, which adds 8 new mighty characters to the roster. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dragon Ball FighterZ.

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  3. 86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    86% User Score Based on 17,410 reviews

    Skullgirls 2nd Encore is a beautiful, fast-paced, and critically acclaimed 2D fighting game that puts players in control of fierce warriors in an extraordinary Dark Deco world. Each of the 14 wildly original characters features unique gameplay mechanics and plenty of personality. Skullgirls is the perfect fighting game for casual and competitive fighting game fans alike. Includes fully voiced… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Skullgirls 2nd Encore.

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    81%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization, story
    81% User Score Based on 7,554 reviews

    Rivals 2 is the sequel to the hit indie fighting game, Rivals of Aether. Play as both new and returning elemental fighters in the next generation of platform fighters. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rivals 2.

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  5. 91%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability
    91% User Score Based on 9,668 reviews

    "MELTY BLOOD" is a series of 2D fighting games based on TYPE-MOON's visual romance novel "Tsukihime". Since the game's original release on PC in 2002, it has also had a number of ports for arcade, PlayStation 2, and Steam. Now, at long last, the "MELTY BLOOD" series is making its way to PlayStation4, Nintendo Switch, Xbox One, and Steam on September 30, 2021 in the form of "MELTY BLOOD: TYPE LUMIN… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Melty Blood: Type Lumina.

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  6. 81%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    84% User Score Based on 2,773 reviews
    Critic Score 75%Based on 37 reviews

    "Embark on a new fight, O champions of the skies! Take a ringside seat for this brawltastic work from Cygames and ARC SYSTEM WORKS! An exciting new title in the Granblue Fantasy series is finally revealed! Featuring stunning visuals, heart-pounding music, and innovative game mechanics, it’ll usher in a new era of fighting games! Stay tuned!" If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Granblue Fantasy: Versus.

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  7. 76%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, monetization
    86% User Score Based on 1,556 reviews
    Critic Score 66%Based on 15 reviews

    Power Rangers: Battle for the Grid - Super Edition includes all content from the original Collector’s Edition, Season One, Season Two, Season Three, and Street Fighter Pack. Pit current and classic Power Rangers and villains like never before in 3v3 tag team battles, featuring all 23 warriors, including the latest Street Fighter crossover characters Ryu and Chun-Li. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Power Rangers: Battle for the Grid.

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  8. 89%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    95% User Score Based on 10,615 reviews
    Critic Score 78%Based on 5 reviews

    Skullgirls 2nd Encore is a beautiful, fast-paced, and critically acclaimed 2D fighting game that puts players in control of fierce warriors in an extraordinary Dark Deco world. Each of the 14 wildly original characters features unique gameplay mechanics and plenty of personality.Skullgirls 2nd Encore is the perfect fighting game for casual and competitive fighting game fans alike. Includes fully v… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Skullgirls.

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  9. 96%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:atmosphere, stability
    96% User Score Based on 1,020 reviews

    Ultra Fight Kyanta 2 is a fighting game with a frantic pace and easy to learn controls. You can perform special attacks using single button presses! Fight in 2D battles across various modes using teams of hand-drawn characters. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ultra Fight Da! Kyanta 2.

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  10. 77%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, monetization
    77% User Score Based on 2,297 reviews

    Invincible VS is a brutal superhero 3v3 tag fighting game set in the Invincible universe, where you can battle to the death as a team of fan-favorite characters in iconic locations. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Invincible VS.

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  11. 85%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization
    85% User Score Based on 2,197 reviews

    A FEW QUICK MATCHES is a fast-paced, 1-4 player platform fighter that lets you bring old-school stick battles to life! play with your friends locally, or challenge players online in this flash-inspired spectacle! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to A Few Quick Matches.

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  12. 82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability
    84% User Score Based on 2,943 reviews
    Critic Score 82%Based on 39 reviews

    Includes: Leona Heidern Costume for THE KING OF FIGHTERS XV Leona Heidern's costume can be changed to the costume she wore in "KOF '96". If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to THE KING OF FIGHTERS XV.

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  13. 86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    86% User Score Based on 2,219 reviews
    Critic Score 85%Based on 2 reviews

    The first in the series to include rollback netcode, prepare for blistering online matches. New moves and new battle systems have been added to further evolve the battle. Experience high-octane battles with ultra high definition pixel graphics. The tale of the Hollow Night is about to reach its climax...! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Under Night In-Birth II Sys:Celes.

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  14. 92%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability
    96% User Score Based on 8,214 reviews
    Critic Score 85%Based on 4 reviews

    BlazBlue: Central Fiction is a 2D fighting game developed by Arc System Works. It is the fourth game to the BlazBlue series, and is set after the events of BlazBlue: Chrono Phantasma. The game adds Naoto Kurogane and Hibiki Kohaku as playable characters. BlazBlue: Central Fiction marks the conclusion of the story surrounding protagonist Ragna the Bloodedge. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to BlazBlue Centralfiction.

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  15. 83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    92% User Score Based on 1,292 reviews
    Critic Score 63%Based on 9 reviews

    Celebrating its rich 16-year history as one of the most innovative fighting games ever, Guilty Gear Xrd brings its completely redesigned, extreme style and unique 3D animation to the PlayStation(r)4 system as one of the first completely new fighting games for this console! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Guilty Gear Xrd: Sign.

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  16. 93%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    96% User Score Based on 50,188 reviews
    Critic Score 87%Based on 4 reviews

    Rivals of Aether is an indie fighting game set in a world where warring civilizations summon the power of Fire, Water, Air, and Earth. Play with up to four players locally or up to two players online If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rivals of Aether.

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  17. 76%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability
    83% User Score Based on 4,146 reviews
    Critic Score 69%Based on 34 reviews

    THE COLLISION IS INEVITABLE! THE IMPACT WILL BE UNAVOIDABLE! An unrivaled clash of explosive proportions! The beloved BlazBlue franchise Crosses universes, Tags in fan favorites, and Battles it out in BlazBlue: Cross Tag Battle! Created through an all-star collaboration between BlazBlue, Atlus’ Persona, French Bread’s Under Night In-Birth, and Rooster Teeth’s hugely popular RWBY web series, Cross… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to BlazBlue: Cross Tag Battle.

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  19. 89%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, monetization
    96% User Score Based on 6,684 reviews
    Critic Score 80%Based on 20 reviews

    Guilty Gear Xrd: Revelator is a Japanese fighting game and the updated version of Guilty Gear Xrd: Sign. The updated version adds new characters Jack-O, Johnny, and Jam Kuradoberi, as well as updated mechanics, balancing, systems, M.O.M. Mode, and more. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to GUILTY GEAR Xrd REV 2.

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  20. 70%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, story
    76% User Score Based on 7,338 reviews
    Critic Score 68%Based on 38 reviews

    The largest collection of Nickelodeon characters ever assembled in a fighting game! Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl brings together your favorite Nickelodeon characters for one bombastic battle. With a power-packed cast of heroes from the top shows within the Nickelodeon universe, face-off with all-stars from SpongeBob Squarepants, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, The Loud House, Aaahh!!!, Real Monsters, … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl.

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  21. 66%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization, stability
    65% User Score Based on 1,512 reviews
    Critic Score 80%Based on 3 reviews

    Be an archer with fiery arrows, a colorful painter, a martial arts master who can transform into a dragon, and more! Fantasy meets martial arts in this vibrant world. The streamlined controls get you to the fun decision-making part of fighting games as soon as possible. All moves are just a single button press, combos are easy, move lists are concise. Though Fantasy Strike is easy to get into, it… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fantasy Strike.

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    94%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, replayability
    96% User Score Based on 2,212 reviews
    Critic Score 85%Based on 1 reviews

    Slap City is a streamlined platform fighter with characters and locations from the Ludosity universe! Slap your way through multiplayer modes like Battle and Slap Ball either locally or online! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Slap City.

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    86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    86% User Score Based on 1,342 reviews

    Fight your way through endless waves of holoX's minions! Gear up with all sorts of equipment and items in this action packed beat-em-up to reach the 5 bosses of hololive's "holoX", and put a stop to their plans! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Holo X Break.

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  24. 76%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, monetization
    81% User Score Based on 1,538 reviews
    Critic Score 72%Based on 26 reviews

    Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl 2 is bigger and better than ever with all new gameplay, campaign, characters, voiceover, modes and more! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl 2.

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  25. 79%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization, grinding
    79% User Score Based on 1,559 reviews
    Critic Score 77%Based on 44 reviews

    Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves - Legend Edition includes: - Base game - Season Pass 1 - Andy Bogard - Ken, additional stage - Joe Higashi - Chun-Li - Mr. Big, additional stage If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to FATAL FURY: City of the Wolves.

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  26. 79%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, character development
    82% User Score Based on 809 reviews
    Critic Score 76%Based on 12 reviews

    Game visuals have evolved into 3D graphics, however "KOF XIV" keeps the classic 2D gameplay and "3-on-3 TEAM BATTLE" game system that has made the series such a big success over the years. The first chapter of a brand new "KOF Saga", which welcomes a plethora of returning characters as well as newcomers, now begins! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to THE KING OF FIGHTERS XIV STEAM EDITION.

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  27. 99%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding
    99% User Score Based on 25,565 reviews

    Welcome to HOLOCURE! This is a free, unofficial fangame featuring the vtuber talents of Hololive and its surrounding community, with gameplay heavily inspired by Vampire Survivors and Magic Survival. Collect powerful weapons and items and experiment with all kinds of character builds to create the ultimate character! Will you be able to save the endless waves of fans, and reach the top rankin… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to HoloCure - Save the Fans!.

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  28. 84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, monetization
    87% User Score Based on 46,538 reviews
    Critic Score 81%Based on 57 reviews

    Buy Mortal Kombat 11 on PS4 and PS5. MK is back and better than ever in the next evolution of the iconic franchise. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mortal Kombat 11.

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  29. 67%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, story
    84% User Score Based on 700 reviews
    Critic Score 31%Based on 4 reviews

    Your prayers have been answered! For the first time ever, gods, holy spirits and mythological characters from around the globe and throughout history will clash in an explosive 2D fighter where the entire world is at stake! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fight of Gods.

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  30. 80%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:character development, stability
    90% User Score Based on 780 reviews
    Critic Score 68%Based on 20 reviews

    EXAMU, the developers behind the popular Arcana Heart fighting game series, has teamed up with esteemed visual novel publisher Nitroplus to create a new 2D fighter crossing over multiple franchises. Players can select a main fighter and two partner characters from a roster of Nitroplus's most popular ladies and jump right into fast-paced combat that's as easy to learn as it is deep and difficult t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nitroplus Blasterz: Heroines Infinite Duel.

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  31. 67%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, replayability
    67% User Score Based on 1,582 reviews

    Government experiments on a young girl triggered a cosmic shock wave that gifted many young girls with mystical powers. She re-emerges into the world and vows to destroy all of mankind in an act of revenge. A brave group of girls who embraced their powers head to the battlefield to confront her; not just for the sake of the world, but to pursue their own personal motives and dreams. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Vanguard Princess.

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  32. 78%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability
    78% User Score Based on 1,598 reviews

    Fraymakers is a full-featured modular platform fighter from McLeodGaming, the creators of Super Smash Flash 2, the most popular Smash Bros. fangame on PC. It features a main cast of beautifully sprited and hand-animated characters, detailed stages from their worlds, and a massive selection of assists from a broad selection of indie titles! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fraymakers.

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    90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization, replayability
    90% User Score Based on 678 reviews

    Hyperfight is a fighting game where every hit is lethal, and every win counts. Featuring new characters and modes for maximized battle! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to HYPERFIGHT.

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  34. 81%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, monetization
    85% User Score Based on 482 reviews
    Critic Score 74%Based on 6 reviews

    A successor to Arika's Street Fighter EX series. With a roster identical to Street Fighter EX2 Plus, FEXL stands out by introducing chain combos, running, and the "Gougi" system, which allows the player to change the properties of their character - or even the game's system - by fulfilling certain requirements mid-match. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to FIGHTING EX LAYER.

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  35. 84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, monetization
    90% User Score Based on 9,422 reviews
    Critic Score 77%Based on 9 reviews

    The world’s greatest fighting game evolves to a whole new level with Ultra Street Fighter IV. Continuing the tradition of excellence the series is known for, five new characters and six new stages have been added for even more fighting mayhem, with rebalanced gameplay and original modes topping off this ultimate offering. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ultra Street Fighter IV.

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  37. 83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization, grinding
    88% User Score Based on 2,750 reviews
    Critic Score 74%Based on 13 reviews

    The legendary fighting game franchise is back with next generation visuals, over-the-top action, rocking reactive music, and C-C-C-COMBO BREAKERS! Choose from amongst a wild cast of combatants each with fluid animations, unique combat tactics, and flashy special attacks. Utilize an open ended combo system to rack up huge combos as your opponent looks for openings to break you and turn the tides of… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Killer Instinct.

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  38. 82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    89% User Score Based on 9,383 reviews
    Critic Score 73%Based on 4 reviews

    Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- The Hinokami Chronicles, a demon-slaying action game based on the TV anime, is coming to PS5 and PS4! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- The Hinokami Chronicles.

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  40. 86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability
    86% User Score Based on 2,808 reviews
    Critic Score 86%Based on 9 reviews

    Persona 4 Arena Ultimax is a fighting video game developed by Arc System Works and Atlus. It is the direct sequel to Persona 4 Arena, which is itself a follow-up to the role-playing game Persona 4. The game was originally released in Japanese arcades on November 28, 2013, and later ported to home consoles. Unlike the previous game, it is not region locked. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Persona 4 Arena Ultimax.

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  41. 94%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability
    94% User Score Based on 850 reviews

    Shaolin vs Wutang is a real indie love letter to classic 70's and 80's Kung Fu films. Features include hand to hand and weapon combat, and licensed music from authentic Kung Fu films. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Shaolin vs Wutang.

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  42. 86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, monetization
    86% User Score Based on 11,842 reviews
    Critic Score 85%Based on 59 reviews

    Play as Darkseid - the tyrannical ruler of the planet Apokolips. Each additional character comes with their own library of earnable gear. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Injustice 2.

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  43. 81%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, monetization
    81% User Score Based on 1,316 reviews

    Play the first ever Battle Royale game and face off against other comrades in a 2D sidescrolling free-for-all. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Soviet Jump Game.

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  44. 66%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    76% User Score Based on 9,752 reviews
    Critic Score 55%Based on 37 reviews

    For the first time ever, the most famous Manga heroes are thrown into a whole new battleground: our world. Uniting to fight the most dangerous threat, the Jump Force will bear the fate of the entire human kind. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to JUMP FORCE.

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  45. 92%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    92% User Score Based on 37,786 reviews

    Discover Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero on the official PlayStation website, with trailers, screenshots, character information, gameplay details and more. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dragon Ball Sparking! Zero.

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  46. 93%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, grinding
    93% User Score Based on 122 reviews

    Bold, brazen champions must rise in the fight for tomorrow… Thirty-five years ago, the city of New Libertis was born from an explosive boom of technological marvels. In this new age, industrialist Hieronymus Frazer seeks to secure his legacy and usher in a grand ascension for humanity’s elite. To that end, anything and everything may be sacrificed for his greater vision. The fate of the city is … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Diesel Legacy: The Brazen Age.

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  48. 67%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability
    71% User Score Based on 464 reviews
    Critic Score 62%Based on 23 reviews

    Brawlout is the competitive platform fighter, designed for couch play, online ranked matches and competitive tournaments. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Brawlout.

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  49. 85%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability
    91% User Score Based on 20,987 reviews
    Critic Score 80%Based on 21 reviews

    Experience the complete NARUTO STORM 4! The latest game in the Ultimate Ninja Storm series is finally here for Nintendo Switch! It features all DLC, including the latest "NEXT GENERATIONS" DLC Update Pack. Relive the Fourth Great Ninja War that unfolded in Naruto Shippuden, and experience the story of Boruto: Naruto the Movie featuring Naruto's son, Boruto Uzumaki. Plus, choose from 124 ninja—the … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to NARUTO SHIPPUDEN: Ultimate Ninja STORM 4.

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  50. 67%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, music
    66% User Score Based on 2,000 reviews
    Critic Score 67%Based on 55 reviews

    Marvel and Capcom have joined forces once again to bring you the next epic chapter in our highly acclaimed cross over series with Marvel vs. Capcom: Infinite! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Marvel vs. Capcom: Infinite.

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