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Games like The King of Fighters '96

Games like The King of Fighters '96

Games like The King of Fighters '96

Looking for games like The King of Fighters '96? Here are top action recommendations, selected from player-similarity data — start with POCKET SLAM PLUS, Project O or Karate Hero Kung Fu Fighting.

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  1. Pocket Slam is a tribute to the old Capcom's wrestling game Slam Masters 2 but with a crossover between Capcom and SNK. This is a updade of the vanilla version and soon we will make a Pocket Slam 2 with more chars, stages and original soundtrack made by TheJetParadox  Pocket Slam brings just wrestling chars to battle to fulfill his dreams of famous life on wrestling championship held by Victor … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to POCKET SLAM PLUS.

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  2. What happens if you combine a Mugen interpreter with an Osu interpreter? Find out in Project O, my submission for Subverjam. Important note: The web version will appear to freeze for 10 seconds when loading music, due to timing issues with asynchronous music loading. This happens when starting a fight and exiting a fight/exiting to the title screen, so don't worry when it happens, it's still worki… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Project O.

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  4. 61%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, character development
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, music
    89% User Score Based on 19 reviews

     A frenzied arcade fighter like no other! Tag battle bedlam from 1996—now on Steam!Dynamic online matches, New feature-rich Practice Mode, Frenetic 4-player fights! This edition comes retrofitted with rollback netcode for fun, fast-paced online. Game speed selectors, a hitbox viewer, and other new training functions help prepare you for the battles ahead. Unite and fight in the most engaging KIZUN… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to KIZUNA ENCOUNTER: SUPER TAG BATTLE.

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  8. 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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  9. 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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  10. 80%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, optimization
    93% User Score Based on 54 reviews
    Critic Score 67%Based on 9 reviews

    The most definitive installment of the renowned 2D fighting game franchise, BlazBlue, can finally be taken into your living room. Uncover the secrets, of the Chrono Phantasma Extend. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to BlazBlue: Chrono Phantasma Extend.

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  11. 87%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    95% User Score Based on 175 reviews
    Critic Score 78%Based on 31 reviews

    The King of Fighters saga continues with an epic new story! With one of the biggest rosters ever and 50 characters ready to clash, create the perfect team in the classic 3-on-3 battle system. Burn to Fight! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The King of Fighters XIV.

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  12. 87%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    87% User Score Based on 167 reviews

    Open beta available on STEAM [Media 6933182] [Media 7131643] You can join us on our Discord server to chat about Pocket Bravery and give us some feedback. :gj/smile: [Media 4172339] [Media... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pocket Bravery.

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  15. 72%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization, optimization
    55% User Score Based on 41,964 reviews
    Critic Score 88%Based on 65 reviews

    Buy Tekken 8 on PlayStation Store. Tekken 8 brings the fight to the latest generation of consoles, powered by Unreal Engine 5. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to TEKKEN 8.

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  17. 56%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, character development
    81% User Score Based on 20 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 s… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Skullgirls 2nd Encore.

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  18. 97%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, replayability
    97% User Score Based on 616 reviews

    “GAROU: MARK OF THE WOLVES”, the latest entry in the legendary "FATAL FURY" Series which still continues to fascinate players around the world to this day, returns for a new fight on Steam! MAIN FEATURES・ARCADE: Pick up a fighter from the 12 (+2) characters available, and fight your way via the “T.O.P. System”, “Just Defended”, and “Breaking” new battle mechanics in the "King… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to GAROU: MARK OF THE WOLVES.

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  19. 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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  21. 47%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, gameplay
    80% User Score Based on 10 reviews

    King of the Streets '20 is the spiritual successor to the 2011 indie hit King of the Streets. Inspired by 80s-90s 2d Arcade fighters, King of the Streets brings elements of all of them and makes a fun, nostalgic arcade experience in the comfort of your own home. Developed by a kiwi, King of the Streets shows off a lot of Aotearoa (New Zealand) including our culture, places, te reo Māori and sla… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to King of the Streets.

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    72%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, grinding
    78% User Score Based on 113 reviews
    Critic Score 64%Based on 6 reviews

    UPPERS is an over-the-top brawler that puts you in control of numerous fighters, including bonus character Daidoji-senpai of the SENRAN KAGURA series. Follow their journey through seven varied Acts across multiple difficulty levels and a multitude of locations! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to UPPERS.

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  24. 83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, character development
    89% User Score Based on 72 reviews
    Critic Score 76%Based on 9 reviews

    Breakers Collection includes two cult-classic Japanese 2D arcade fighting games. It also adds brand-new content, quality of life improvements and even an online multiplayer mode to mark the triumphant launch of the franchise on modern home consoles. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Breakers Collection.

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  25. 78%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, optimization
    91% User Score Based on 234 reviews
    Critic Score 66%Based on 11 reviews

    CHAOS CODE -NEW SIGN OF CATASTROPHE- is a simple yet highly flexible hi-speed 2D Fighting game, where players can enjoy the thrill of fighting with all the flashy moves!There are 7 game modes in the game. Online play is also available for players connected to the internet.Choose from 16 unique characters, and fight in the Rank Matches to claim the top!Each of the 16 characters have 4 more addition… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Chaos Code -New Sign of Catastrophe.

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  26. 86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, character development
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, story
    93% User Score Based on 43 reviews

    Slashers: The Power Battle is a weapon-based fantasy 2D fighting game. It is the sequel to the Game Boy Advance title "Dual Blades". If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Slashers: The Power Battle.

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  28. 93%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, optimization
    93% User Score Based on 240 reviews

    The Last Blade 2 is a 2D fighting game which features anime-style characters that fight each other with swords, clubs, and even fishing poles. These characters pull off their special moves with that 'quarter-circle-to-half-circle' and 'double-half-circle' controller motions, reminiscent of Street Fighter. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to THE LAST BLADE 2.

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  29. 95%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability
    96% User Score Based on 432 reviews
    Critic Score 90%Based on 1 reviews

    If you thought you'd seen the last of the incredible Garou: Mark of The Wolves series, you were sorely mistaken. Join classic brawlers and fresh finds (there are 11 new additions in all) for the fighting experience of the decade. The game's three unique modes of play include Offensive, Defensive, and Tactical, and there are plenty of Super Moves and Hidden Abilities to unlock. The realm of 2D figh… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Garou: Mark of the Wolves.

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  31. 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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  33. 66%Game Brain Score
    66% User Score Based on 102 reviews

    Miami is a luxurious modern city located on the ocean coast. Expensive cars, beautiful beaches, good clubs attract different people to this city. Including gangsters. Your hero challenged this stone jungle and decided to succeed in the criminal world. Play a free 3D third-person gangster simulator with RPG elements. Immerse yourself in the street life of the metropolis and begin your path to succe… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Miami Crime Simulator.

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  34. A real-time tactical card battler. Play cards to spawn units, buildings and spells on a live battlefield. Every card reshapes the battlefield. Every second counts. As a general, you command your army. Play your cards, summon your troops, support them with spells and potions and decide how the battle is fought. Offensive, defensive, magical. Anything goes. BannerRush offers deep tactical pos… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to BannerRush.

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  35. ✦✧✦✧✦ ✧✦✧✦✧ ️⭐ MEOW ALERT: CAT STUCK IN GAMEBOY! HELP NEEDED! CLIMB TETRIS BLOCKS · DODGE POKEBALLS · OUTRUN STREET FIGHTERS · GRAB THAT MARIO FLAG NOTHING WORKS AS EXPECTED! MEOW ALERT: CAT STUCK IN GAMEBOY! HELP NEEDED! CLIMB TETRIS BLOCKS · DODGE POKEBALLS · OUTRUN STREET FIGHTERS… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to LET MEOW OUT!.

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  36. What is this game? Retrograde Gleam is a 2D side-scrolling action-adventure game set in a turn-of-the-millennium industrial town. The story begins on an ordinary night—after leaving an internet cafe, you find your bicycle is gone. What seems like a simple theft drags you into layers of trouble lurking in the alleys, where a much larger shadow begins to emerge from behind the veil of everyday life… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 落日溯光.

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  37. 87%Game Brain Score
    87% User Score Based on 1,216 reviews

    Polish your kung fu karate skills in this unique offline fighting game. The karate legends will be in the ring in your opposition. Smash the rivals and be the king of this new karate fighting game. Let’s beat the kung fu king warrior & become the champion of cobra kai karate 3D fighting games. This new karate game is letting you play the ring karate fight and become the ultimate sports fighting c… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Kung Fu Karate: Fighting Games.

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  38. 82%Game Brain Score
    84% User Score Based on 69 reviews

    Have you ever dreamed to be Hero Ninja for kingdom Survival? Play as Superhero Shadow Hero Ninja warrior & Safe your king of Kingdom with superhero powers. Use your Stealth mode & Kung fu fighting skills to attack & run for survival in this ninja game. There is a lot of chaos in the Japanese and people need a true hero as their defender. The Japanese warrior and his crime squad are spreading terro… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to SuperHero Crime Fight: Ninja.

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  39. About Meme to Game. Istrit Payter (2025) — Web/Mobile Game Project Non Emulator, Non Mugen, Non Game Engine. Just in Pure Javascript Meme created by: Iji Developed by: Robert Andrei Bardoquillo Project Started: September 2025 Status: Under Development.  Latest Update: December 23, 2025 (Only Malupiton and Golem are available) I am a self-taught programmer. I just started learning codi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Istrit Payter 2025.

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  41. 61%Game Brain Score
    61% User Score Based on 26 reviews

    "Top selling fishing game" "Millions of genuine downloads" "Win the wonderful event awards every day" [game features] 1. Classics continue -2018 new version of the wonderful upgrade, play the game to win the grand prize. 2. Arcade style - can you remember a shot in the game hall? 3. Exquisite simplicity - diamonds and gold coins are the only fishing currency, removing forced consumption. 4. Return… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fishing Master (街機達人捕魚).

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  42. 50%Game Brain Score
    50% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    SCENARIO The deeper dungeons of Mordecoom await... For time immemorial, legend has told of a dark, deadly dungeon containing unimaginable horrors and riches beyond belief. Enough riches and magic to make you a king... or more... Through many trials and perils, you are now standing at the entrance of a dark and mystical dungeon far from where you started. You, Zendar — a fighter, a mage, or uh… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Roguecraft DX.

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  43. What Is Gangs of Asia? Dominate rival gangs by seizing buildings, summoning unique fighters, and unleashing devastating special attacks. Whether you're battling alongside friends in co-op or unleashing chaos in PvP, the game offers shared split-screen, online multiplayer, and free-for-all modes to keep the action fresh. Sneak Peek from Community Feedback:“Simplified Street Fighter-style comba… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gangs Of Asia.

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  44. The kingdom needs your help! During the king's absence, a mysterious magical power destroyed the kingdom. Now it's up to Prince Edward, Desmond, Megan, and other friends to rebuild the land and restore it to its former glory. Embark on this magical adventure and unfold its mystery. Merge hundreds of unique items, discover new resources, use boosters, and complete tasks! Complete quests to pr… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Kingdoms: Merge & Build.

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  45. 51%Game Brain Score
    51% User Score Based on 2 reviews

    If you've ever felt like you were always on the outside of the fighting game community looking in, From Masher to Master 2 is for you. This book is intended to serve as your companion through your own personal journey into fighting games. While there are many guides out there that can show you how to learn to play fighting games (including the original From Masher to Master), only this book will … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to From Masher to Master 2: The Beginner's Guide to Becoming a Fighting Game Player.

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  46. 51%Game Brain Score
    51% User Score Based on 2 reviews

    The Comeback King is a light-hearted, mildly satirical retro boxing management game set in the UK in the 1980s. Take on a has-been boxer and manage his career. Decide who he'll fight, train him up and send him into the ring! Can you guide your boxer to a title contest against the division Champion? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Comeback King.

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  47. 47%Game Brain Score
    80% User Score Based on 10 reviews

    Moon Tropica is a free-to-play, top-down, hack and slash PVP fighter. Team up with, or play against friends using a wide array of powerful weapons in a variety of unique, dynamic maps. BECOME A LEGEND Step into the adventurous, energetic, heart-pounding battle arenas where strategy, skill, and determination are put to the ultimate test. Earn XP progression, complete quests, conquer challenges, a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Moon Tropica.

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  48. If you like it, consider supporting it on Kickstarter PLAYING WITH THE BIG BOYS is a 2D, point-and-click, narrative-driven adventure video game with a focus on atmosphere, character, and storytelling. Step into the worn-out shoes of Jack, caught in a world of bigger players, dirty deals, and personal demons. Explore hand-crafted environments, uncover layered storylines, and interact with a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Playing With The Big Boys.

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  49. 52%Game Brain Score
    52% User Score Based on 15 reviews

    ATTENTION! THIS IS A GAME FOR +18 ONLY! This is a minigame which is part of a larger main game. It's called Femdom Mode in the original game. I decided to release the early version here as a standalone. Play as Ryu from the Street Fighter series and fight against naughty women who will try to grab you and abuse you at any cost! Get the complete game on my Patreon page How to play:  … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to [NSFW]Streets of Ryona Ex Femdom Mode(+18 Adult only!).

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  50. 74%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics
    74% User Score Based on 170 reviews

    Enjoy real crime & gun shooting in a mafia city of gangster Vegas fighting games If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gangster Fighting: Mafia Games.

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