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Looking for games like Skullgirls? Here are top arcade fighting recommendations with a horror, comedy and science fiction focus, selected from player-similarity data — start with Skullgirls 2nd Encore, DRAGON BALL FighterZ or Them's Fightin' Herds.

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  1. 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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  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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  4. 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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  6. 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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  7. 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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  8. 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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  9. 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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  10. 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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  11. 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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  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. 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.

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  14. 82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization
    83% User Score Based on 1,434 reviews
    Critic Score 77%Based on 3 reviews

    BlazBlue: Calamity Trigger is a fighting game developed by Arc System Works in 2008 and is the first game in the BlazBlue series. The game was originally developed for Japanese arcades and later received console and PC ports. The game is a traditional 2D fighter where two characters participate in a duel. Every character has a weak, medium and strong attack, as well as an "unique" technique, calle… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to BlazBlue: Calamity Trigger.

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  15. 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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  16. 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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  17. 81%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability
    82% User Score Based on 7,166 reviews
    Critic Score 79%Based on 14 reviews

    Injustice: Gods Among Us Ultimate Edition enhances the bold new franchise to the fighting game genre from NetherRealm Studios. Featuring six new playable characters, over 30 new skins, and 60 new S.T.A.R. Labs missions, this edition packs a punch. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Injustice.

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    90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization
    94% User Score Based on 3,769 reviews
    Critic Score 75%Based on 2 reviews

    Idol Showdown is the definitive fan-made hololive fighting game experience, powered by rollback netcode. Engage in exciting duels as your favorite H=hololive talent and prove once and for all who the strongest idol is using the game’s easy-to-learn controls. Pick up on this game’s easy-to-learn control scheme in no time to get straight into playing. Even hololive fans who are inexperienced with t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Idol Showdown.

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  20. 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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    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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  22. 91%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability
    91% User Score Based on 708 reviews

    BlazBlue: Continuum Shift Extend is a 2D fighting game and the enhanced version of BlazBlue: Continuum Shift II. The game features an updated version of Calamity Trigger's Story Mode called Blazblue Calamity Trigger Reconstruction; the inclusion of Relius Clover as a playable character; four new stories for Platinum, Makoto, Valkenhayn, and Relius; a new Unlimited Mars game mode; hidden Distor… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to BlazBlue: Continuum Shift Extend.

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  23. 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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  24. 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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  25. 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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  26. 88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, monetization
    93% User Score Based on 1,944 reviews
    Critic Score 83%Based on 13 reviews

    Fight’N Rage is a brand new old-school side-scroller beat’em up. Inspired by the classics from the “golden age”, and with an art style that mimics the aesthetic from the 90's arcade gems, this game pays homage to all classic gameplay features that makes this genre one of the best from its time! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fight'N Rage.

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  27. 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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  28. 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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  29. 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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  30. 80%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability
    95% User Score Based on 4,545 reviews
    Critic Score 63%Based on 6 reviews

    Lethal League is a competitive projectile fighting game where you have to hit an anti-gravity ball into the face of your opponent to win. The ball speeds up with every strike, up to explosively extreme velocities. Play intense local matches with friends and foes, challenge yourself in the singleplayer mode or battle it out online. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lethal League.

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  31. 72%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization, grinding
    70% User Score Based on 3,203 reviews
    Critic Score 76%Based on 48 reviews

    Dead or Alive 6,produced by Koei Tecmo Games,features fast-paced 3D fighting entertainment with multi-tiered stages that are now both dynamic and critical parts of the competitive experience. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to DEAD OR ALIVE 6.

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  33. 90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    97% User Score Based on 7,644 reviews
    Critic Score 80%Based on 7 reviews

    Banging beats and mad style, Lethal League Blaze is the most intense ball game you can play online with up to 4 players. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lethal League Blaze.

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    89%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    95% User Score Based on 31,546 reviews
    Critic Score 60%Based on 1 reviews

    Play as characteristic heroines, dash through fairy tale like stages, dancing to the rhythm and beats, kick those silly cute enemies into outer space! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Muse Dash.

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  35. 75%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    73% User Score Based on 2,280 reviews
    Critic Score 77%Based on 42 reviews

    Indivisible is a side-scrolling RPG in the vein of Valkyrie Profile, spanning a huge fantasy world inspired by our own world’s various cultures and mythologies. Players will navigate beautiful environments using a variety of different traversal abilities, and engage monsters in fast-paced combat. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Indivisible.

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  36. 86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    89% User Score Based on 3,281 reviews
    Critic Score 78%Based on 2 reviews

    The 4th Great Ninja War continues. NARUTO SHIPPUDEN Ultimate Ninja STORM 3 has been given a thorough overhaul for its FULL BURST comeback! Not least among the wealth of enhancements is the addition of the feverishly anticipated chapter in which Sasuke and Itachi take on Kabuto in a nail-biting confrontation. Ultimate Ninja STORM 3 has been remastered in HD If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to NARUTO SHIPPUDEN: Ultimate Ninja STORM 3 Full Burst.

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  37. 67%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization
    65% User Score Based on 282 reviews
    Critic Score 38%Based on 1 reviews

    Yatagarasu Attack on Cataclysm is an original, traditional-style 2D fighting game with 11 playable characters that takes heavy inspiration from Street Fighter III, focusing on delivering solid game play and high quality production values. The control mechanics are simple and readily accessible to anyone, but gameplay is based around reading your opponent, parrying and countering, and is deep enou… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Yatagarasu Attack on Cataclysm.

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  38. 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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  39. 83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    85% User Score Based on 128 reviews
    Critic Score 70%Based on 1 reviews

    Koihime Enbu is an upcoming all-girls 2D fighting game based on the Koihime Musou visual novel, which in turn is based on Romance of the Three Kingdoms. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Koihime Enbu.

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  40. 92%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, monetization
    95% User Score Based on 1,542 reviews
    Critic Score 84%Based on 2 reviews

    "Assault Android Cactus is a manic twin stick arena shooter for the PC with screens full of enemies, buckets of bullets and high scoring combo chains! Take on the role of Cactus, an enthusiastic police android, who responds to a stranded space freighter only to discover it under siege by its malfunctioning robot workers. Cut off from the outside and in over her head, Cactus and the androids she re… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Assault Android Cactus.

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  41. 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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  42. 83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, monetization
    85% User Score Based on 6,901 reviews
    Critic Score 79%Based on 4 reviews

    Two teams battle each other to take down the opposing sides turrets and base. There's multiple stages and some with hidden traps in the environment. Each team defends multiple lanes, and has to plan and coordinate properly to take down the other team. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Awesomenauts.

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  43. 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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  45. 74%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    74% User Score Based on 14,354 reviews
    Critic Score 74%Based on 37 reviews

    In the ruins of the fallen Adal Empire, you awaken with a mysterious mask on your face, and faint recollections of an esoteric ceremony. Freeing you from hunger, thirst, and even death, the mask is the creation of the Guides, the rulers of these lands, who have placed you here to determine whether you are worthy of becoming part of the elite corps of Absolvers. As you wander these forsaken lands, … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Absolver.

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  47. 77%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    82% User Score Based on 1,845 reviews
    Critic Score 60%Based on 1 reviews

    Phantom Breaker: Battle Grounds! Enjoy fast and frantic arcade-style beat 'em up gameplay with cute characters. Beat up hordes of weird enemies with awesome special attacks. Local co-op and PVP supported for up to 4 players! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Phantom Breaker: Battle Grounds.

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  50. 71%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability
    80% User Score Based on 1,676 reviews
    Critic Score 64%Based on 25 reviews

    One Piece Burning Blood is a dynamic and colourful new fighting game featuring the world’s most famous pirate: Monkey D. Luffy. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to One Piece Burning Blood.

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