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Indie fighting games! Since there's been an explosion of them in recent years, there ought to be a list.

Cooking Fist [Game] Steam
genre: Action / Adventure platform: Windows developer: Spaghetti Code LLC publisher: Spaghetti Code LLC
Let Them Cook!
Cooking Fist is a unique, Cooking Fighting Game with NO health bars! Victory is decided by which player can cook the best food during each fight. Players fight over ingredients. When a player has 3 ingredients:
They must pause fighting to cook. Whoever cooks the most wins!
Authentic Cuisine with a Twist!
Cooking Fist plays like a traditional 2D fighter. Characters possess robust movesets, each with special moves performed using motion inputs. However, the alternative win condition of cooking recontextualizes the fighting game formula for new players and veterans alike! Cooking forces players at all levels to reconsider spacing and resources while preserving the DNA of what makes fighting games great!
Meet The Chefs The game features a cast of 8 characters, ranging from classic fighting game archetypes to characters specialized in the game's unique cooking system.


Hailing from the countryside, Terrance moved to the big city to prove that anyone can cook! Terrance is a versatile fighter with a little bit of everything, including a pear projectile and a baguette uppercut. Being prone to improvisation, Terrance will still receive points for burning his food while other fighters do not.

Driven equally by his love of Sicilian cuisine and by his rage at lazy chefs, Giuesspee overwhelms rivals with his offense. Giuesspee utilizes powerful mixups in the form of his trident dash and sausage roll specials. When in close, Giuespee can grab and spin his opponents like pizzas to steal their ingredients!
Plus More to Come! Check back soon for more updates on the remaining chefs coming to Cooking Fist!

Features
Single-player arcade mode
8 quirky hand-drawn characters with unique playstyles
Local Versus play against other players or AI
Casual online lobby system
Ranked online matchmaking system
Training Mode with robust settings like frame data and dummy controls
BreakThrough [Game] IGDB
genre: Fighting / Indie platform: Windows developer: ShatterPoint Games publisher: ShatterPoint Games
High-octane fights and stunning 3D cel-shaded animations! BreakThrough is a fighting game where your greatest weapon is your Resolve. Powered by rollback netcode, choose from a diverse set of fighters and prove your strength in battle!
Umbral Core [Game] IGDB
genre: Fighting / Indie platform: Linux / Windows / macOS
Umbral Core is a 2.5D fighting game set in a world of dark high fantasy. It features rollback netcode, uncapped FPS, engaging combat mechanics for players across all skill levels and lots of customization options. Kickstarter and public demo coming soon!
Kronian Titans [Game] IGDB
genre: Strategy / Indie
2.5D Airdasher fighting game with mechs! Boost everywhere while keeping an eye on your energy and fuel, and use varied and complex weapons to snatch victory! Then control a squad of mechs in story mode to get through the conflict around Saturn and experience the characters in a new light!
Bayani [Game] IGDB
2019-06-12
genre: Fighting / Simulation platform: Windows developer: Ranida Games publisher: Ranida Games
Bayani is the first All-Filipino made fighting game that is heavily inspired by the Philippines’ rich history, culture, and mythology.
Omen of Sorrow [Game] IGDB
2018-11-06
genre: Fighting / Indie platform: Windows / PlayStation 4 / Xbox One / Nintendo Switch / PlayStation 5 developer: AOne Games publisher: Eastasiasoft
Omen of Sorrow is a classic 2D, four-button fighting game, with Unreal Engine 4 powered graphics, a cast of 12 characters inspired by classical horror, fantasy and mythology, and a battle system designed from the ground up to leverage player skill, rather than stats or random chance, featuring deep combat mechanics that favor movement and spacing over tight execution to provide an engaging experience for pros and newcomers alike!

In a hidden underworld ruled by creatures of the night, a new terror has awakened! Omen of Sorrow brings monsters of horror, literature and mythology together for a fighting game experience unlike any other. Inspired by numerous arcade classics but offering its own unique innovations and mature aesthetics, Omen of Sorrow positively bleeds style!
Blazing Strike [Game] IGDB
2024-10-17
genre: Fighting / Adventure platform: Windows / PlayStation 4 / Nintendo Switch / PlayStation 5 developer: Aksys Games
Inspired by classic arcade fighting game series from industry greats such as Capcom and SNK, the upcoming 2D fighting game from developer RareBreed Makes Games is Blazing Strike evokes the excitement and nostalgia of 2D pixel art genre pioneers while incorporating a unique games system with modern mechanics.

After surviving an apocalyptic event, the remains of human civilization are in disarray. In this dystopian world run by a corrupt and murderous government, a resistance group is ready to stand up for the people. Will they succeed in overthrowing these evil autocrats?
Tzompantli [Game] IGDB
2016-11-09
genre: Indie platform: Windows / macOS
Tzompantli is a fast paced fighting game based on the comic books written and drawn by Mexican author Edgar Clément, about Angel Hunters, Archangels, Nahuales, Mexican policemen, Japanese robots and ancient demons as they battle each other trying to collect the price on the Head of the Archangel Michael.
Terrordrome: Reign of the Legends [Game] IGDB
2024-10-17
genre: Fighting / Adventure platform: Windows developer: Huracan Studio publisher: Forthright Entertainment
Terrordrome - Reign Of The Legends, the first horror fighting game with classic monsters, urban legends and mythological creatures.
Horror icons and urban legends clash in a battle to the death in this original fighting game from the TerrorTeam. Reign Of The Legends explores legends, folklore, myths and the paranormal both in its characters and stages, while incorporating conspiracy theories as the base material for its storyline. Legends and icons are re-imagined in a story set in the 20th century, continuing the legacy of many of the world's favorite monsters and cryptids.

Imagine a world where every scary story told to you turned out to be true, This is the world of Terrordrome where these monsters effect the real world unknown to humans who live their regular day to day life.

Discover these stories in a new light with the main protagonist Alex Van Helsing as he ventures his way to take down Dracula once and for all whilst meeting new allies and enemies along the way with playable characters like Frankenstein's Monster, Bigfoot, Bloody Mary and much more like some original monsters to create one of the most unique horror crossovers using as much as we can in the general public media to avoid lawsuits.

with a set roster with characters like these, expect each with a unique and interesting moveset which contrasts with each other creating a fun long lasting fighter full of bloody violence, terror and intense action.
The Black Heart [Game] IGDB
2021-10-21
genre: Fighting / Adventure platform: Windows publisher: Saibot Studios
There is another world apart from ours. A world that was once beautiful but now is a hostile place ruined by war and hate. A blood stained world...

Humans have ignored the existence of this other world because their destinies have never been bound to it...

But that is about to change since the king and creator of the other world has been murdered. His strength and will had disappeared as the time passed, turning him into and old and defenseless being.

However, that didn't change the fact that within him the incredible power that allowed him to create that other world still existed. Because of that he was attacked by an entity called Final: A powerful creature that emerged from the infinite chaos that exists in the space between both worlds. In a single attack he ripped the king's heart and ran away with it to the depths of chaos.

It is said that the one that succeeds at freeing the power within the heart will be given an extraordinary strength; a power that could end all that exists if it falls into the wrong hands.
Punch Planet [Game] IGDB
2017-11-08
genre: Fighting / Indie platform: Windows / macOS / iOS developer: Sector-K Games publisher: Sector-K Games
Punch Planet is a sci-fi themed indie fighting game.
Saturday AM: Battle Manga [Game] IGDB
genre: Fighting platform: Windows developer: Son Studios publisher: Son Studios
For the first time ever, Saturday AM’s iconic manga heroes unite in a crossover fighter! Tag in Sano, Cast, and more fan favorites to battle it out in explosive 2.5D combat where worlds collide.
Combo Devils [Game] IGDB
genre: Fighting / Platformer platform: Windows
Combo Devils is an evolution of the platform-fighting genre. Stylish combat, and a cooperative roguelite mode offers content for all player skill levels. An experience that balances accessibility with a high execution ceiling for a dedicated core player base to grow around.
One Strike [Game] Eggplant.place Steam
2017-11-03
genre: Fighting / Indie platform: Windows / macOS / PlayStation 4 / Nintendo Switch developer: Retro Reactor publisher: Retro Reactor

This game has full controller support (PS4, Xbox and Generic ones as well). If you are having issues, please disable PS4, Xbox, and Generic Gamepad Configuration Support settings in Steam Big Picture controller configuration settings.



One Strike is a 2d fighting game with fast and furious gameplay, memorable characters, and a retro pixelart aesthetic! Choose between one of six unique fighters, travel to medieval Japan’s beautiful pixelated landscapes and fight to become the greatest warrior in history.

Only one-hit decides a match. A duel in One Strike rarely reaches more than 10 seconds. Plan quickly, attack, defend, dodge, lure your oponnent to a reckless attack and finish the duel before you are slained by the blade of the enemy. But don’t worry, if that happens, pick up another warrior and try again.



One hit kill mechanic provides tense and exhilarating matches.
Pixelated graphics with good and exciting animations.
Amazing artwork made by Zaidan Andrade to complement the beatiful pixel art.
Original soundtrack and SFX made for One Strike by the amazing Diogo Bazante and Matheus Pereira.
Adjustable difficulty; Play the game at your own pace. Improve, become the greatest.


Arcade Mode: Just have fun and improve your skills fighting more matches.
The Only Life: Well, finish the game with the only life you should have.
Team Duel: Choose a team of 3 fighters and duel the best trios in Japan.
Tournament: Gather friends localy and decide who is the best samurai. Up to 16 players in a thrilling bracket mode.
Local-Multiplayer: Fight your friends with couch multiplayer!
5 Force Fighters [Game] IGDB
genre: Fighting / Platformer platform: Linux / Windows / macOS developer: Kaizen Creed publisher: Kaizen Creed
5 Force Fighters is a 2D fighting game with a cast of unstoppable characters, and a combat system that boasts universal offensive and defensive options. Unravel the story of 5 teens blessed with elemental powers, but cursed with scarred pasts that have led them to a common, but destructive, goal.

Follow the stories of Cocoa, Pebbles, Blaine, Pomme, and Stralechi as their reasons for fighting change to meet the ever evolving chaos incited by the Bloodless.
Two Strikes [Game] IGDB
2025-05-23
genre: Fighting / Indie platform: Windows / PlayStation 4 / Xbox One / Nintendo Switch / PlayStation 5 developer: Retro Reactor publisher: Entalto Studios
Dive into the heart of ancient Japan in Two Strikes, a 2D combat extravaganza with breathtaking hand-drawn animations. As a fearless samurai, warrior monk, or daring outlaw, engage in electrifying duels where every strike can be your last.

Japan, 1568 - Oda Nobunaga's troops march on Kyoto leaving behind a trail of blood in what will be known as the Sengoku Period.

Samurai, warrior monks, outlaws and peasants, caught up in the maelstrom of violence, had no choice but to take up arms and fight, and after every battle, kill or be killed.

At this point, the Shinigami, the God of Death saw his work done for him; men and women delivering the Final Punishment of Death everywhere, yet only a few truly embodied the Slaughter, those whose lust for Vengeance not even hell could kill.

And so the Tournament was born; those souls who died wishing to continue dispensing murder were reunited, and one last chance was granted to them. To win and return to earth once more to continue unleashing the carnage, to become the next Champion of the God of Death.

Welcome to Two Strikes!
Sclash [Game] IGDB
2023-08-04
genre: Fighting / Adventure platform: Linux / Windows / macOS / PlayStation 4 / Xbox One developer: Bevel bakery publisher: Just For Games
Sclash is a plug’n-play 2D samurai fighting game full of tension where one hit is enough to kill.
Play as a hand-drawn samurai in beautiful painted settings and fight your opponent in epic solemn duels where each move matters. Manage well your stamina, breath and take your time to land a deadly hit.
Royalty Free-For-All [Game] IGDB
genre: Fighting / Indie platform: Windows
Royalty Free-For-All is a hand-drawn cartoon Party Brawler featuring an original cast of characters inspired by the public domain! Join Dorothy, Sweeney Todd, Mother Goose, and more as they duke it out in hand-drawn platform fighting mayhem!
Hyperfight 2 [Game] IGDB
2026-12-31
genre: Fighting / Indie platform: Linux / Windows / macOS
The next evolution of HYPERFIGHT! The fast-paced, no-block fighter returns with fresh knockout mechanics and a colorful cast of new and returning characters.
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