Best 2D Fighter Games on Steam

Steam currently has 1,739 2D Fighter games available to download and play. Explore our list of 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 4/29/2025.

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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.

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One Finger Death Punch holds the #1 spot for "best 2D Fighter game on Steam" with a Player Score of 95. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 16,287 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 15,948 positive reviews and 339 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.

It is priced at $1.24 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 $1.24
Release Date 3/3/2014
Developer Silver Dollar Games
Publisher Silver Dollar Games
Steam App Id 264200

2. Iron Snout

Iron Snout is a fast, colorful and brutal fighting game in which you will be helping a piglet fight for its life against hordes of wolves.

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Iron Snout has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #2 spot for the best 2D Fighter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 17,328 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 16,937 positive reviews and 391 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.

It is completely free to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Iron Snout on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).

Release Date 1/27/2016
Franchise SnoutUp
Developer SnoutUp
Publisher SnoutUp
Steam App Id 424280

3. Bopl Battle

A couch/online game where you battle your friends with unique and wild abilities. There are many choices such as a shrink ray, creating black holes, stopping time and attaching a rocket engine to the stage to send it flying. Choose a combination that synergizes well to win the round!

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Bopl Battle has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #3 spot for the best 2D Fighter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 18,428 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 17,932 positive reviews and 496 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.

It is priced at $9.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Bopl Battle on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).

Steam Price $9.99
Release Date 11/16/2023
Developer Johan Grönvall
Publisher Zapray Games
Steam App Id 1686940

4. Your Only Move Is HUSTLE

Master your technique, execute flashy combos, and outsmart opponents across the world, frame-by-frame. Slow down the clock to fine-tune your fighting style in this innovative, turn-based combat simulator. Pulverize your friends and choreograph spectacular fight scenes. No training mode required.

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Your Only Move Is HUSTLE has achieved a Player Score of 94, placing it in the #4 spot for the best 2D Fighter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 31,158 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 30,019 positive reviews and 1,139 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. At the moment, it is possible to play Your Only Move Is HUSTLE on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).

Steam Price $4.99
Release Date 2/2/2023
Developer Ivy Sly
Publisher Ivy Sly
Steam App Id 2212330

5. 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.

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Rivals of Aether has achieved a Player Score of 94, placing it in the #5 spot for the best 2D Fighter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 35,655 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 34,190 positive reviews and 1,465 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

6. 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, magical trinkets, and a growing cast of heroes will grant you the power to vanquish these horrors from beyond. How long can you survive?

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Halls of Torment has achieved a Player Score of 94, placing it in the #6 spot for the best 2D Fighter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 28,783 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 27,581 positive reviews and 1,202 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.

It is priced at $6.66 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 $6.66
Release Date 9/24/2024
Developer Chasing Carrots
Publisher Chasing Carrots
Steam App Id 2218750

7. 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.

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Lethal League Blaze has achieved a Player Score of 94, placing it in the #7 spot for the best 2D Fighter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 6,396 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,197 positive reviews and 199 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

8. ROUNDS

Rounds is a 1v1 rogue-lite shooter where each round gets more intense. The losing player of each round unlocks clever upgrades to create a better build to counter their opponent.

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ROUNDS has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #8 spot for the best 2D Fighter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 35,977 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 34,248 positive reviews and 1,729 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.

It is priced at $5.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. At the moment, it is possible to play ROUNDS on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).

Steam Price $5.99
Release Date 4/1/2021
Franchise Landfall Games
Developer Landfall
Publisher Landfall
Steam App Id 1557740

9. BlazBlue Entropy Effect

Enjoy action-packed flashy combat with incredibly satisfying combos and responsive controls! Numerous characters, each with completely unique playstyles and loads of unlockable moves & upgrades! This action roguelike sets the bar for fluid fast-paced action.

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BlazBlue Entropy Effect has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #9 spot for the best 2D Fighter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 29,702 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 28,233 positive reviews and 1,469 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly 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 1/31/2024
Developer 91Act
Publisher 91Act
Steam App Id 2273430

10. 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!

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GUILTY GEAR XX ACCENT CORE PLUS R has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #10 spot for the best 2D Fighter games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 7,147 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,874 positive reviews and 273 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

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  • Valve Corporation. (2025, May 2). Rivals of Aether on Steam. Steam Store.
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  • Valve Corporation. (2025, March 22). Lethal League Blaze on Steam. Steam Store.
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  • Valve Corporation. (2025, May 1). BlazBlue Entropy Effect on Steam. Steam Store.
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