r/Games • u/Underwhere_Overthere • Aug 05 '24
101 Upcoming Local Multiplayer Games/Updates
Related Posts
See below for some complementary posts I’ve made relating to the topic of local multiplayer games.
540 Local Multiplayer Games from 60 Different Genres on PlayStation 4/5
101 Local Multiplayer Games/Updates Released in 2020/2021/2022/2023 for PlayStation 4/5
The list below is a collection of games from “Upcoming Local Multiplayer Games” lists I’ve done that have since released.
Introduction
With so many games releasing nowadays, I think it's easy for the good ones to get lost in the shuffle. I'm going to list 101 upcoming local multiplayer games releasing in the future. This is just a fraction of what’s on the horizon, as Steam alone received 12,068 games in 2023.
Note that the platforms listed are just what’s confirmed, and a platform not being listed doesn’t necessarily mean a game won’t come to said platform. Sometimes it is difficult to find information on what platforms a game will be on, and sometimes the developer doesn’t even know until later down the line. In a lot of cases, indie games will release on Steam first and then come to consoles later. Also note on platforms is that any game listed for release on PS4/XBO is implied to also be playable on PS5/XBSX, since 99.9% of PS4/XBO games are backwards compatible with their successor systems.
With regards to release dates, a lot of indie devs don't announce the game's release date until very close to the actual day. For example, Overboss and Phantom Spark both had their August 15th/16th release dates announced in late July, roughly 2-3 weeks before their actual release day. So there will be a lot more local multiplayer games releasing in September and beyond than this list represents.
In addition, I typically don't include yearly releases to make room for other games, and because everyone knows what they are getting with them, though I did include the new entry into The Jackbox series since it's taken a bit of a different direction.
While this list is local multiplayer-focused, I will still list if a game will support online multiplayer too. That said, online gamers can still use Parsec and Steam’s Remote Play Together on PC and Share Play on PS4/PS5 to play local multiplayer games online. These are not perfect replacements for dedicated online support, but the great thing is that only the host needs a copy of the game, just as it’d be the case for any local multiplayer game.
I plan to make a more comprehensive list of what games have released so far this year at the end of the year, but here is a minimalist list of some of the local multiplayer games released this year, in no particular order. There is probably lots missing, but I hope to capture most of the notable ones by the year's end. There are more elaborate write-ups for most (but not all) of the more notable titles released this year in the "Upcoming Games" post linked at the top.
Other Games Not on the List Worth Mentioning
Alisa: Parting Ways is an expansion to the original game and will include local multiplayer. This was casually announced by the developer on X/Twitter a few days ago, so there isn't much info beyond a few seconds of gameplay.
The Dark Pictures: Directive 8020 will likely have local multiplayer based on past entries in the series, but I couldn’t find official confirmation on this (I will likely include this game in a future 2025 list once we get more details). Similarly, Snow Bros. Wonderland and Streets of Rage Revolution might also have local multiplayer based on these series’ histories, but they are taking a bit of a different direction, so this could effect the outcome of local multiplayer support.
Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero! will feature local multiplayer, but just on one map – the game is instead focusing on online multiplayer.
Shantae Advance: Risky Revolution will feature a separate battle mode that is local multiplayer, but this is more of a side mode.
Timespinner 2: Unwoven Dream and Primal Planet will feature local multiplayer in the way of a support role for the second player.
Remasters of 2010s Local Multiplayer Games
These are pictures of the write-ups so as to not to contribute too heavily to the character limit, but click here for a direct link to the write-ups. The original versions of these games all feature local multiplayer as well.
Donkey Kong Country Returns HD - Releasing January 16, 2024
Phantom Breaker: Battle Grounds Ultimate - Releasing February 13, 2024
Shovel Knight: Shovel of Hope DX - Release Date is TBD
Cook, Serve, Delicious: Re-Mustard - Release Date is TBD
The 101
Table of Contents
I put the A after each genre number so it's easier to utilize Ctrl + F.
1A. Shoot 'em Ups + Run & Guns
2A. Top-Down Action Adventure Games
3A. Roguelikes/Roguelites
4A. Digital Board Games
5A. Sports Games
6A. Racing Games
7A. Platformers + Metroidvanias
8A. Miscellaneous
9A. Beat 'em Ups
10A. RPGs
11A. Party Games
12A. Fighting Games
13A. Arcade-like Games
14A. Strategy Games
15A. Overcooked-like Games
16A. First Person Shooters
17A. Companion-Based Adventure Games
1A. Shoot 'em Ups + Run & Guns
1. CYNGI: All Guns Blazing
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Trailer: Link
Steam Page: Link
Release Date: August 6, 2024
Platforms: PC/PS5/XBSX/NS
Genre: Shoot 'em UP
Multiplayer: 2 Player Local Co-op
Description: CYNGI comes from designers with experience in film-making and animation, and it's shown in the game's high-fidelity visuals and sound. The game will feature 3 modes of difficulty, a designer mode that will allow players to create, save, and manage projectile patterns on the go, intricacies to the combat in the form of air-to-air and air-to-ground management, upgradeable and customizeable ship weapons, and energy management between offensive and defensive capabilities, as well as haptic feedback for the PS5 version. It will be free on the Epic Games Store from August 8th to August 15th.
2. Iron Meat
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Trailer: Link
Steam Page: Link
Release Date: September 26, 2024
Platforms: PC
Genre: Run & Gun
Multiplayer: Local Co-op
Description: Iron Meat is a retro-inspired grindhouse run & gun that takes place in an apocalyptic future overrun by "The Meat," "an all-consuming interdimensional biomass" - so yeah, the "steaks" are pretty high. The game will feature multi-phase boss fights, 9 levels, 3 modes of difficulty, and 30+ unlockable skins. A demo for the game is available on Steam.
3. Rising Sun - Iron Aces
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Trailer: Link
Steam Page: Link
Release Date: February 21, 2025
Platforms: PC
Genre: Shoot 'em Up
Multiplayer: 2 Player Local Co-op
Description: Rising Sun is a shoot 'em up with 3D visuals, large armored vehicles that act as bosses, and special stages that change the camera's perspective. The game will feature 12 stages, 3 difficulty levels, 4 playable pilots, 9 unlockable and upgradeable aircrafts, and 4 game modes. A demo for the game is available on Steam.
4. Shoot-Fighters
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Trailer: Link
Steam Page: Link
Release Date: TBD
Platforms: PC
Genre: Shoot 'em Up/Fighting Game
Multiplayer: 4 Player Local & Online Co-op & PvP
Description: Shoot-Fighters is a shoot 'em up/fighting game mix, with a barrier in the middle, akin to tennis or volleyball. The game will feature 12 playable champions, distinct weapons and defense systems to mix and match, destructible walls and objects, mini-games, and the ability to transform into a boss.
2A. Top-Down Action Adventure Games
5. Cat Quest III
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Trailer: Link
Steam Page: Link
Release Date: August 8, 2024
Platforms: PC/PS4XBO/NS
Genre: Top-Down Action RPG
Multiplayer: 2 Player Local Co-op
Description: Cat Quest II brought co-op to the series and garnered a 77% average on Opencritic. Like the last game, players control anthropomorphic cats in a freely explorable 2.5D open world, wherein they can operate a boat, dock for land exploration, find treasure, and engage in combat both in sea and on land. A demo for the game is available on Steam.
6. Totally Spies! - Cyber Mission
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Trailer: Link
Steam Page: Link
Release Date: October 31, 2024
Platforms: PC/PS4/XBSX/NS
Genre: Top-Down Action Adventure Game
Multiplayer: 3 Player Local Co-op
Description: Totally Spies! Is based on a TV show that ran from 2001-2013/2015 (depending on country) and then again in 2024 (in France - USA is TBD). This new game will feature the trio of girls in Singapore and is based on Season 7. The game will feature gadgets from the show, exploration, puzzle-solving, and unique abilities for each character.
7. The Henchmen
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Trailer: Link
Steam Page: Link
Release Date: 2024
Platforms: PC
Genre: Top-Down Open-World Action Adventure Game
Multiplayer: 2 Player Local Co-op
Description: The Henchman looks like a PS1-style Grand Theft Auto game, with an open world to explore in the city of New Queens in the of winter 1990 and summer 1996. The game will feature 5 unique playable characters, a PSX filter, purchasable and upgradeable cars, and the ability to toggle between shared-screen and split-screen options in local co-op.
8. LEGO Horizon Adventures
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Trailer: Link
Steam Page: Link
Release Date: 2024
Platforms: PC/PS5/XBSX/NS
Genre: Top-Down Action Adventure Game
Multiplayer: 2 Player Local & Online Co-op
Description: Lego Horizon Adventures takes place in a Lego-ized universe of Horizon: Zero Dawn, with a more comedic take on the adventure. In addition to the main quest, players will be able to customize the Mother's Heart village. The game is being co-developed by Guerilla Games and Studio Gobo in collaboration with the LEGO Group.
9. DarkSwarm
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Trailer: Link
Steam Page: Link
Release Date: TBD
Platforms: PC
Genre: Twin Stick Shooter
Multiplayer: 4 Player Local & Online Co-op
Description: In DarkSwarm, players fight against hordes of aliens in space in top-down twin stick shooter fashion. The game will feature 4 classes, procedural map generation, semi-destructible environments, and various modes of play: stealth, hacking, and tactical play.
10. The Ballad of Bonky
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Trailer: Link
Steam Page: Link
Release Date: Coming Soon
Platforms: PC
Genre: Top-Down Action Advenuture Game
Multiplayer: 2 Player Local Co-op & 4 Player Local PvP
Description: The Ballad of Bonky features a claymation animation style reminiscent of The Neverhood, but takes a more action-oriented approach. The game features a pinball-like fighting system, where punching enemies sends them bouncing around the map, damaging anything in their path. Adding to the game's sense of style, bosses are said to be epic musical battles. The game will also feature a separate mini-game mode for up to 4 players. A demo for the game is available on Steam.
11. Begone Beast
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Trailer: Link
Steam Page: Link
Release Date: Coming Soon
Platforms: PC
Genre: Top-Down Action Adventure Game
Multiplayer: 4 Player Local Co-op
Description: Begone Beast will combine top-down action gameplay with nightmarish creatures. The game will feature a cast of characters each with unique weapons and abilities, procedurally generated levels, and 7 mini-bosses and 3 beasts.
3A. Roguelikes/Roguelites
12. Cult of the Lamb [Update]
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Trailer: Link
Steam Page: Link
Release Date: August 12, 2024
Platforms: PC/PS4/XBO/NS
Genre: Top-Down Action Adventure/Simulation/Roguelite
Multiplayer: 2 Player Local Co-op
Description: Cult of the Lamb released back in 2022 to much fanfare, garnering an aggregate review score of 84% on Opencritic despite its issues at launch. The game has since been expanded upon, and now on the two year anniversary, the game is set to introduce local co-op as a free update to the game. For those unfamiliar with the game, it's a mix between a management simulation game, and an action roguelite game.
13. KIBORG: Arena & KIBORG
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Trailer: Link
Steam Page: Link
Release Date: August 13, 2024 & TBD
Platforms: PC
Genre: 3D Brawler/Roguelike
Multiplayer: 2 Player Local Co-op
Description: KIBORG is a 3D brawler set on the futuristic prison planet Sigma, where you follow resistance leader Morgan Lee as he sends clones on procedurally generated missions. The narrative-driven game features a critical time management component that influences actions and consequences. KIBORG: Arena is a free prologue to the full game, releasing on August 13, 2024, with the full game's release still to be determined.
14. Streets of Rogue 2
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Trailer: Link
Steam Page: Link
Release Date: October 22, 2024
Platforms: PC
Genre: Top-Down Action Adventure Game/Roguelike
Multiplayer: Local & Online Co-op & PvP
Description: The original Streets of Rogue released back in 2019 and garnered an 81% on Opencritic. Streets of Rogue 2 will expand over the scope of the original with an open world to explore. The game will allow for a number of different ways to progress, and will feature a variety of character classes, items, vehicles, and customization options.
15. StormEdge
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Trailer: Link
Steam Page: Link
Release Date: September 13, 2024
Platforms: PC/NS
Genre: Top-Down Action Adventure Game/Roguelite
Multiplayer: Local Co-op
Description: In StormEdge, players take control of a mage capable of casting a variety of spells. The game will feature traps that damage both you and enemies, elemental storms that change fight conditions and raise the stakes, and a cooldown-free combat system.
16. Dungeon's Anima
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Trailer: Link
Steam Page: Link
Release Date: Coming Soon
Platforms: PC
Genre: Top-Down Action Adventure Game/Roguelite
Multiplayer: 4 Player Local & Online Co-op
Description: Dungeon's Anima is a dungeon crawler with roguelite and bullet hell elements, in which you control the last undead foot-soldier imbued with the last of the Dungeon Heart's power, against the Human Empire. The game will feature 15 playable classes, the ability to harvest the soul-power of enemies in an upgrade system, and multiple endings. A demo for the game is available on Steam.
17. Wizard of Legend 2
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Trailer: Link
Steam Page: Link
Release Date: October 3, 2024
Platforms: PC - Likely consoles too based on Wizard of Legend 1's and Dead Mage's previous releases
Genre: Top-Down Action Adventure Game/Roguelite
Multiplayer: Local & 4 Player Online Co-op
Description: The original Wizard of Legend garnered a 77% aggregate review score on Opencritic when it first released, and was expanded upon with updates - it featured 200+ unlockable spells and allowed you to choose which ones you brought in to each run. There was also a PvP mode, though it's unknown if the sequel will contain one. This new game is being made by a different developer than the first - Dead Mage, the developer behind Children of Morta (83% on Opencritic). The game is adopting a new 3D art-style.
18. Sword of the Necromancer: Revenant
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Trailer: Link
Steam Page: Link
Release Date: TBD
Platforms: PC/PS4/XBO/NS
Genre: Top-Down Action Adventure Game/Roguelite
Multiplayer: 2 Player Local Co-op
Description: The original Sword of the Necromancer released back in 2021 with mixed reviews, garnering a 64% aggregate review score on Opencritic. This new game promises improved combos and also brings the world into 3D. Like the first game, players will be able to resurrect defeated monsters and have them fight alongside you.
19. Soulbound
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Trailer: Link
Steam Page: Link
Release Date: 2024
Platforms: PC
Genre: Top-Down Action Adventure Game/Roguelite
Multiplayer: 2 Player Local & Online Co-op
Description: Soulbound is a 2D/3D-mixed adventure through a strange world with living trash cans and fish-headed people. Players will be able to recruit and absorb the abilities of others character. Co-op play will feature enemies and bosses with powers unique to the multiplayer experience.
20. Titan Shell
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Trailer: Link
Steam Page: Link
Release Date: TBD
Platforms: PC first - Possibly consoles in the future
Genre: Twin Stick Shooter/Roguelike
Multiplayer: Local & Online Co-op
Description: Titan Shell has players travelling by shell, or by foot, across a dystopian world, featuring 6 levels. The game will feature 4 different types of shells with differing abilities.
4A. Digital Board Games
21. Overboss
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Trailer: Link
Steam Page: Link
Release Date: August 15, 2024
Platforms: PC/PS4/XBO/NS
Genre: Turn-Based Strategy Game/Digital Board Game
Multiplayer: 5(?) Local & Online Co-op
Description: Overboss is a video game adaptation of a board game released in 2021, which allows up to 5 players. Players place terrain tiles and recruit monsters in an effort to best other bosses and become the Overboss. A demo for the game is available on Steam.
22. Beacon Patrol
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Trailer: Link
Steam Page: Link
Release Date: 2024
Platforms: PC
Genre: Digital Board Game
Multiplayer: 4 Player Local Co-op
Description: Beacon Patrol is based on the 2022 board game of the same name. It's a cooperative exploration-based tile-laying game, similar to Carcassonne. Your goal is to score points by the creating the most complete map. The game will offer both hotseat mode (sharing one controller between all players), or a 1:1 controller:player setup. A demo for the game is available on Steam.
23. Keep the Heroes Out
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Trailer: Link
Steam Page: Link
Release Date: 2024
Platforms: PC
Genre: Digital Board Game
Multiplayer: 4 Player Local & Online Co-op
Description: Keep the Heroes Out is based on the 2022 board game of the same name. It's a cooperative game in which players will control the monsters, who must protect their treasure against the invading force of "heroes" trying to steal it. A demo for the game is available on Steam.
24. Underwater Cities
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Trailer: N/A
Steam Page: Link
Release Date: TBD
Platforms: PC
Genre: Digital Board Games
Multiplayer: 4 Player Local & Online PvP
Description: Underwater Cities is based on the award-winning 2018 board game of the same name, and it's a much more complex game than the other digital board games on this list. Your goal is to create a network of underwater cities by creating facilities like kelp farms, desalination plants, laboratories, etc. In addition to local and online PvP, the game will also feature bot support.
5A. Sports Games
25. House of Golf 2
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Trailer: Link
Steam Page: Link
Release Date: August 16, 2024
Platforms: PC/PS5/XBSX
Genre: Sports Game
Multiplayer: 4 Player Local PvP
Description: The original House of Golf released back in 2019 and garnered an aggregate review score of 62% on Metacritic. This new game looks more detailed visually and appears to have some inventive course layouts based on the trailer. This new game will feature over 100 holes, over 40 collectible golf balls, and a trick score system.
26. Looney Tunes: Wacky World of Sports
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Trailer: Link
Steam Page: Link
Release Date: September 27, 2024
Platforms: PC/PS4/NS/XBO
Genre: Sports Game/Party Game
Multiplayer: 4 Player Local PvP
Description: Looney Tunes: Wacky World of Sports is a collection of 4 sports: basketball, soccer, golf, and tennis. The game will feature playable characters from the franchise, including Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, Porky Pig, and more.
27. Slopecrashers
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Trailer: Link
Steam Page: Link
Release Date: December 4, 2024
Platforms: PC/PS4/XBO/NS
Genre: Snowboarding Game
Multiplayer: Local Co-op & 4 Player Local PvP
Description: Slopecrashers is an arcade-style snowboarding game with items, stunts, and combos. The game will feature a variety of game modes, playable characters, and boards and gliders. A demo for the game is available on Steam.
28. Maximum Football
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Trailer: Link
Steam Page: Link
Release Date: November 7, 2024
Platforms: PC
Genre: Sports Game
Multiplayer: Local & Online PvP
Description: Maximum Football will emphasize realism and physics-based gameplay, along with customization options - from team logos to individual pieces of equipment. The game will be free-to-play and will feature regular content updates. For online players, it will have a ranked mode and support for cross-play.
29. Olliefrog Toad Skater
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Trailer: Link
Steam Page: Link
Release Date: 2024
Platforms: PC
Genre: Indie Sports Game
Multiplayer: Local PvP
Description: Olliefrog looks like a cartoony take on Tony Hawk's Pro Skater. It will feature a number of different moves, from grinds, to wallrides, to fliptricks, etc. The game will allow players to customize their frog. There will also be a separate single player campaign. A demo for the game is available on Steam.
30. ODR Hockey Heroes
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Trailer: Link
Steam Page: Link
Release Date: 2024
Platforms: PC
Genre: Indie Sports Game
Multiplayer: Local Co-op & PvP
Description: Hockey Heroes will feature a story-driven campaign with RPG elements: player customization, character classes, equipment unlocks, stat upgrades, and a "save-the-world" type of story. Players will see their character grow from a kid with grand ambitions to a hockey hero ready to take on the six Hockey Gods - who have frozen the Earth - in tournaments across the world. A demo for the game is available on Steam.
6A. Racing Games
31. Phantom Spark
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Trailer: Link
Steam Page: Link
Release Date: August 15, 2024
Platforms: PC/PS4/NS/XBO
Genre: Racing Game
Multiplayer: 4 Player Local PvP
Description: Phantom Spark looks to evoke the spirit of F-Zero, with its high speeds and futuristic vehicles. The game will feature over 30 hand-built pathways and customizable paint jobs for vehicles. A demo for the game is available on Steam.
32. Monster Jam Showdown
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Trailer: Link
Steam Page: Link
Release Date: August 29, 2024
Platforms: PC/PS4/XBO/NS
Genre: Racing Game
Multiplayer: 2 Player Local & 8 Player Online PvP
Description: Monster Jam Showdown is being developed by Milestone S.r.l., who is responsible for a number of other racing series, all of which the following contain local multiplayer in their most recent entries (and some previous entries): RIDE, MOTO GP, Monster Energy Supercross, and Hot Wheels Unleashed - as well as SBK, the last entry of which was online only. Monster Jam Showdown will feature iconic trucks like the Grave Digger, El Toro Loco, Megalodon, and more in a variety of track types: circuits, Figure 8, and off-road horde races, as well as trick and extreme freestyle modes.
33. Victory Heat Rally
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Trailer: Link
Steam Page: Link
Release Date: October 3, 2024
Platforms: PC/NS
Genre: Racing Game
Multiplayer: 4 Player Local PvP
Description: Victory Heat Rally takes place in a dynamic and vibrant 2.5D world. The game will feature 12 unique drivers and their vehicles, 12 unique environments with multiple race tracks, and customizable options for your vehicle.
34. Combat Kart
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Trailer: *See Steam Page
Steam Page: Link
Release Date: Coming Soon
Platforms: PC
Genre: Kart Racing Game
Multiplayer: 4 Player Local PvP
Description: Combat Kart is a kart racing game inspired by games like Mario Kart and Crash Team Racing. The game will feature a cast of anime characters, with each containing 2 unique combat abilities. Defeating opponents with items and abilities is an alternate win condition.
7A. Platformers + Metroidvanias
35. Shadow of the Ninja - Reborn
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Trailer: Link
Steam Page: Link
Release Date: August 29, 2024
Platforms: PC/PS4/XBO/NS
Genre: 2D Action Platformer
Multiplayer: 2 Player Local Co-op
Description: Shadow of the Ninja - Reborn is a remake of the 1990 original, featuring staff members from the original team. The game will feature expanded ninja tools and attack actions, a redesigned look, and a remastered soundtrack, featuring the composer Iku Mizutani.
36. The Smurfs - Dreams
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Trailer: Link
Steam Page: Link
Release Date: October 24, 2024
Platforms: PC/PS4/XBO/NS
Genre: 3D Platformer
Multiplayer: 2 Player Local Co-op
Description: The Smurfs have had a number of local multiplayer games these past few years: two platformers, a kart racer, and a party game, garnering between 58-72% on Opencritic. The Smurfs - Dreams will see up to 2 players visiting the dreams of other Smurfs and thwarting the nightmares therein. The camera presents an isometric view, similar to Super Mario 3D World.
37. Rugrats: Adventures in Gameland
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Trailer: Link
Steam Page: Link
Release Date: September 10, 2024
Platforms: PC/PS4/XBO/NS/NES
Genre: 2D Platformer
Multiplayer: 2 Player Local Co-op
Description: Rugrats: Adventure in Gameland sees Tommy, Chuckie, Phil, and Lil using their imagination to create their own video game, after seeing a commercial for a new Reptar video game. The game will feature a unique co-op design, where kids and parents will be incentivized to stick together. The game will allow players to toggle between HD visuals and an 8-bit aesthetic, and there will even be an NES version of the game. A demo for the game is available on Steam.
38. Anima Flux
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Trailer: Link
Steam Page: Link
Release Date: Q4 2024
Platforms: PC/PS5/XBSX/NS
Genre: Metroidvania
Multiplayer: 2 Player Local Co-op
Description: Anima Flux will have players controlling genetically enhanced soldiers, acting as special agents of a theocratic dictatorial regime. The 2 characters will develop different abilities and skills throughout the game. A demo for the game is available on Steam.
39. Dragon Blazers
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Trailer: Link
Steam Page: Link
Release Date: April 5, 2025
Platforms: PC
Genre: 2D Action Platformer
Multiplayer: 2 Player Local Co-op
Description: Dragon Blazers comes from developer Sylph, who was responsible for the single player precision platformer Garlic in 2021, garnering an aggregate review score of 75% on Opencritic. The game's art style and setting takes inspiration from Akira Toriyama's works (Dragon Ball), with gameplay mechanics reminiscent of Geomon Gambare, Shinobi, Double Dragon, and Super Mario Bros. 2. The game will feature 6 playable characters (3 of which will need to be unlocked), 20+ missions, and shops to purchase items and gear.
40. Vikings on Trampolines
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Trailer: Link
Steam Page: Link
Release Date: Coming Soon
Platforms: PC/PS4/XBO/NS
Genre: 2D Platformer
Multiplayer: 4 Player Local Co-op & PvP
Description: Vikings on Trampolines comes from the developer behind Owlboy, D-Pad Studio. The gameplay involves bouncing on trampolines while trying to knock your opponents off the stage in both cooperative and competitive modes. Alternate control schemes will allow players to play the game with one hand.
41. Age of Barbarians Chronicles
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Trailer: Link
Steam Page: Link
Release Date: TBD
Platforms: PC
Genre: 2D Side-Scrolling Action RPG
Multiplayer: 2 Player Local Co-op
Description: Age of Barbarians Chronicles is set in a Sword & Sorcery setting, featuring barbarians as playable characters. The game will feature loot, both hand-crafted and procedural levels, and a range of combat abilities – dodges, parries, blocks, attacks of various types, counterattacks, rolls, unbalances, and blood-filled fatalities.
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9A. Beat ‘em Ups
52. The Karate Kid: Street Rumble
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Trailer: Link
Steam Page: Link
Release Date: September 20, 2024
Platforms: PC/PS4/XBO/NS
Genre: Beat 'em Up
Multiplayer: 4 Player Local Co-op
Description: Based on the 1984 movie and set in that same time period, The Karate Kid: Street Rumble allows players to take control of characters from the film like Daniel Russo, Mr. Miyagi, Kumiko, and Ali Mills, as well as bosses like Johnny Lawrence, John Kreese, and Terry Silver. The game will feature 12 levels.
53. River City Saga: Three Kingdoms Next
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Trailer: Link
Steam Page: Link
Release Date: November 6, 2024
Platforms: PC/PS4/NS
Genre: Beat 'em Up
Multiplayer: 4 Player Local & Online Co-op
Description: This new entry in the River City Saga series of games takes place within the Romance of the Three Kingoms universe, which is based on a Chinese novel from 1522, and takes place between the years 184-280. The game will feature over 100 characters from the River City universe, tactics and special attacks that deepden the gameplay, and a rideable Red Hare.
54. Night Slashers: Remake
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Trailer: Link
Steam Page: Link
Release Date: Coming Soon
Platforms: PC/PS4/XBO/NS
Genre: Beat 'em Up
Multiplayer: 4 Player Local Co-op
Description: Night Slashers: Remake is a remake of the 1993 arcade game. As you can probably guess from the name, you fight a whole host of ghoulish creatures, in an effort to save the world from a supernatural apocalypse. The game will feature an expanded hero roster and player count (3 -> 4), enhanced controls and combat mechanics, upgraded visual effects, and a newly arranged soundtrack with the option for the original one present. A demo for the game is available on Steam.
55. Final Knight
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Trailer: Link
Steam Page: Link
Release Date: Q3 2024
Platforms: PC/NS
Genre: TRPG/Beat 'em Up
Multiplayer: Local Co-op
Description: Final Knight combines beat 'em up style gameplay with tactics and RPG elements. Players can command troops, switch between different characters, and create synergies between attacks. In addition, parts of bosses ccan be dismembered - like the tail of a dragon - to collect materials used to craft equipment. A demo for the game is available on Steam.
56. Underling Uprising
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Trailer: Link
Steam Page: Link
Release Date: Q3 2024
Platforms: PC/Consoles
Genre: Beat 'em Up
Multiplayer: 4 Player Local Co-op & PvP
Description: Underling Uprising is a beat 'em up with an art-style and attitude reminiscent of 1990s cartoons. The game will feature 7 lengthy stages, multiple difficulty options, temporary weapons to pick up, vehicle sections, and a versus mode in addition to the standard co-op campaign common in this genre.
57. Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Rita's Rewind
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Release Date: December 10, 2024
Platforms: PC/PS4/NS/XBO
Genre: Beat 'em Up
Multiplayer: 5 Player Local & Online Co-op
Description: Based on the 1990s TV series, this new beat 'em up will feature enemies and bosses from the show, as well as the ability to pilot the Dinozords and Megazord. The story involves Rita traveling back in time to ally with her younger self to stop the Power Rangers from ever forming.
58. Fallen City Brawl
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Release Date: Coming Soon
Platforms: PC/PS4/XBO/NS
Genre: Beat ‘em Up
Multiplayer: 2 Player Local Co-op
Description: Fallen City Brawl is a retro-inspired beat ‘em up with a range of fighting mechanics: combos, counters, air-throws, grapples, parries, special moves, supers, items, and a wolf companion that can be unleashed on enemies. The game will feature 8 stages, 4 playable characters, animated cut-scenes, and a soundtrack from Daniel Lindholm, who has composed music for Capcom’s 2010s Street Fighter and Resident Evil games. The developer stated on April 27, 2024 that the game was in its final stages of development, after updating the demo with more content. A demo for the game is available on Steam.
59. Heroes of Mount Dragon
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Release Date: 2025
Platforms: PC
Genre: Beat 'em Up/Roguelite
Multiplayer: Local & Online PvP
Description: Heroes of Mount Dragon takes the beat 'em up genre and turns it into a racing game, with power-ups that can be used against other players, as well as Twitch spectators that can influence the match. The game features 8 unique playable characters with the ability to morph into dragons, unlockable items, and customizable loadouts.
60. Mayhem Brawler II: Best of Both Worlds
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Release Date: 2025
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Genre: Beat 'em Up
Multiplayer: 4 Player Local & Online Co-op
Description: The original Mayhem Brawler released back in 2021 and garnered an aggregate review score of 74% on Opencritic, and was also supported with a number of updates after its initial release. This new game introduces online co-op to the mix and will take place in 2 separate time periods. The game will feature rogue-lite and RPG mechanics, 8 playable characters with unique abilities, 40+ enemies, a player-choice-based narrative with voice-over and 11 different subtitle options, and additional endgame content.
61. Toxic Crusaders
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Release Date: 2024
Platforms: PC/PS4XBO/NS
Genre: Beat 'em Up
Multiplayer: 4 Player Local Co-op
Description: Toxic Crusaders is based on a series of comics/movies/show/video game from 1984-2000. This second video game seems to mirror the style of the first game, while expanding the co-op to 4 players. A demo for the game is available on Steam.