Best 2D Fighter Steam Deck Games
Steam currently has 1,370 2D Fighter games, but not all of them can be played on the Steam Deck. Explore our list with the best picks ranked by Player Score. Our Player Score rankings are calculated directly from reviews left on the Steam store and will be updated in real-time as more players leave their feedback. 2D Fighter game rankings were last updated on 4/27/2024.
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1. One Finger Death Punch
Experience cinematic kung-fu battles in the fastest, most intense brawler the indie world has ever seen! With the unique 1:1 response system of One Finger Death Punch, players will feel the immediate feedback of every bone-crunching hit. Pay tribute to the masters using five classic kung-fu styles mixed with additional weapons.
One Finger Death Punch holds the #1 spot for "best 2D Fighter Steam Deck game" with a Player Score of 95. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 16,224 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 15,895 positive reviews and 329 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $4.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $4.99 |
| Release Date | 3/3/2014 |
| Developer | Silver Dollar Games |
| Publisher | Silver Dollar Games |
| Steam App Id | 264200 |
2. Halls of Torment
Slay hordes of terrifying monsters in this horde survival roguelite. Descend into the Halls of Torment where the lords of the underworld await you. Treasures, magic trinkets, and a growing cast of heroes will grant you the power to vanquish the horrors from beyond. How long can you survive?
Halls of Torment has achieved a Player Score of 94, placing it in the #2 spot for the best 2D Fighter Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 20,903 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 20,145 positive reviews and 758 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $4.99 to play and can be played and ran on both Windows and Linux systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $4.99 |
| Release Date | 5/24/2023 |
| Developer | Chasing Carrots |
| Publisher | Chasing Carrots |
| Steam App Id | 2218750 |
3. Rivals of Aether
RIVALS OF AETHER is an indie fighting game where warring civilizations summon the power of Fire, Water, Air, and Earth. Play with up to four players either locally or online.
Rivals of Aether has achieved a Player Score of 94, placing it in the #3 spot for the best 2D Fighter Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 32,688 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 31,269 positive reviews and 1,419 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $29.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $29.99 |
| Release Date | 3/28/2017 |
| Developer | Aether Studios |
| Publisher | Aether Studios |
| Steam App Id | 383980 |
4. Lethal League Blaze
Banging beats and mad style, Lethal League Blaze is the most intense ball game you can play online with up to 4 players.
Lethal League Blaze has achieved a Player Score of 94, placing it in the #4 spot for the best 2D Fighter Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 6,062 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 5,875 positive reviews and 187 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $19.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $19.99 |
| Release Date | 10/24/2018 |
| Developer | Team Reptile |
| Publisher | Team Reptile |
| Steam App Id | 553310 |
5. Anomaly Agent
ANOMALY AGENT is a cyberpunk action-adventure featuring fluid combat, a time-bending story, quirky characters and a catchy synthwave soundtrack! Punch or shoot through mobs of enemies, impact the story with your choices and stop the anomalies before the world plunges into chaos!
Anomaly Agent has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #5 spot for the best 2D Fighter Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 6,268 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,056 positive reviews and 212 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $8.39 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $8.39 |
| Release Date | 1/24/2024 |
| Developer | Phew Phew Games |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 2378620 |
6. GUILTY GEAR XX ACCENT CORE PLUS R
Ultimate battle action, and the epitome of the GUILTY GEAR XX series now on Steam! Bonus soundtracks included!
GUILTY GEAR XX ACCENT CORE PLUS R has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #6 spot for the best 2D Fighter Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 6,577 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,337 positive reviews and 240 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $14.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $14.99 |
| Release Date | 5/26/2015 |
| Developer | Arc System Works |
| Publisher | Arc System Works |
| Steam App Id | 348550 |
7. Stick Fight: The Game
Stick Fight is a physics-based couch/online fighting game where you battle it out as the iconic stick figures from the golden age of the internet.
Stick Fight: The Game has achieved a Player Score of 92, placing it in the #7 spot for the best 2D Fighter Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 117,646 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 110,211 positive reviews and 7,435 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $1.99 to play and can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $1.99 |
| Release Date | 9/28/2017 |
| Franchise | Landfall Games |
| Developer | Landfall West |
| Publisher | Landfall |
| Steam App Id | 674940 |
8. Kingdom Rush Vengeance - Tower Defense
It's payback time! Lead your mighty dark army and make the Kingdom tremble with every step. Build powerful towers, choose your arsenal for destruction, and find the deadliest combination - train legendary heroes and lead them to victory!
Kingdom Rush Vengeance - Tower Defense has achieved a Player Score of 92, placing it in the #8 spot for the best 2D Fighter Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8,032 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,624 positive reviews and 408 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $19.99 to play and can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $19.99 |
| Release Date | 10/15/2020 |
| Franchise | Ironhide Game Studio |
| Developer | Ironhide Game Studio |
| Publisher | Ironhide Game Studio |
| Steam App Id | 1367550 |
9. GUILTY GEAR Xrd REV 2
Astonishing 3D cell animations and overwhelming content volume, the next-generation fighting game "GUILTY GEAR Xrd REV 2" is now out on Steam! Total cast of 25 unique characters, and tons of game modes, get ready to ROCK!
GUILTY GEAR Xrd REV 2 has achieved a Player Score of 91, placing it in the #9 spot for the best 2D Fighter Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 9,852 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 9,287 positive reviews and 565 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $29.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $29.99 |
| Release Date | 12/14/2016 |
| Developer | Arc System Works |
| Publisher | Arc System Works |
| Steam App Id | 520440 |
10. BlazBlue Entropy Effect
Artistic and Magnificent Combat Action, incredibly satisfying combos! Numerous characters, hundreds of moves! This unique action roguelite game will bring you an experience that exceeds expectations.
BlazBlue Entropy Effect has achieved a Player Score of 91, placing it in the #10 spot for the best 2D Fighter Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 18,655 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 17,459 positive reviews and 1,196 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $15.59 to play and can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
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| Image | Name | Actions | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 18 | 3/3/2014 | 95 | $4.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 678 | 5/24/2023 | 94 | $4.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 511 | 3/28/2017 | 94 | $29.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 48 | 10/24/2018 | 94 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 25 | 1/24/2024 | 93 | $8.39 | Steam Charts | |
 | 91 | 5/26/2015 | 93 | $14.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 907 | 9/28/2017 | 92 | $1.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 238 | 10/15/2020 | 92 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 171 | 12/14/2016 | 91 | $29.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 514 | 1/31/2024 | 91 | $15.59 | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, April 21). Lethal League Blaze on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 9). Anomaly Agent on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, March 30). GUILTY GEAR XX ACCENT CORE PLUS R on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 18). Stick Fight: The Game on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 15). Kingdom Rush Vengeance - Tower Defense on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, March 23). GUILTY GEAR Xrd REV 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 17). BlazBlue Entropy Effect on Steam. Steam Store.