Co-op games like Area Zero

If Area Zero left you wanting something hand-drawn and competitive, you have options. Give these co-op games a try when the craving hits.

Cheaper than Area Zero

Arcus Chroma: Classic

Arcus Chroma: Classic

Say goodbye to jumping and hello to intense, lightning-fast grounded battles!

93% of 154 Steam reviews are positive$3.99
NAIR

NAIR

A simple fighting game with one attack. Features fast-paced, expressive movement and rollback netcode.

93% of 80 Steam reviews are positive$2.99
FIGHTING EX LAYER

FIGHTING EX LAYER

After a long wait, Arika's EX characters gather once again for another exciting battle!

83% of 882 Steam reviews are positive$0.99
FOOTSIES Rollback Edition

FOOTSIES Rollback Edition

FOOTSIES is a simple 2D ground-based fighting game that both new and experienced players can pick up and enjoy right away.

95% of 533 Steam reviews are positive$3.99
Blacklight

Blacklight

A combo-oriented fighting game with a simple system. Players who are familiar with fighting games will be able to play right away thanks to its…

100% of 12 Steam reviews are positive$2.80
Phantom Breaker: Battle Grounds Classic

Phantom Breaker: Battle Grounds Classic

A fast arcade beat 'em up where up to four co-op friends brawl through colorful Tokyo streets as cute fighters with big special attacks.

83% of 2,560 Steam reviews are positive$1.04
TraumaCore Violence

TraumaCore Violence

TraumaCore Violence is a 2D Action Game with a focus on intense, snappy combat and in-depth movement mechanics; set within the psyche of a woman who…

97% of 157 Steam reviews are positive$2.99
Koihime Enbu

Koihime Enbu

Originally an arcade fighting game, Koihime Enbu features fast combat, tight controls, clean visuals, and 13 different playable characters!

85% of 271 Steam reviews are positive$4.99
Fighting Robots

Fighting Robots

Fight to the death with your friends locally in the epic battle of Robot88 with your created blows, or search for an opponent online among other…

54% of 226 Steam reviews are positive$1.49
QuickFighter

QuickFighter

A fast, stylish 2D fighting game with rollback online play, clean pixel art, and modern mechanics — supers, ultras, EX specials, air dashes…

100% of 2 Steam reviews are positive$0.99
Strength of the Sword ULTIMATE

Strength of the Sword ULTIMATE

A Fighting game combined with a BRAWLER! With a huge sword, rocket launcher and a FLAMETHROWER!

86% of 108 Steam reviews are positive$0.99
Battle High 2 A+

Battle High 2 A+

The fast-paced fighting action of the Battle High series comes to Steam!

88% of 43 Steam reviews are positive$1.99

Hidden gems like Area Zero

Exploding Judo Federation

Exploding Judo Federation

It's judo on a minefield! Tech the grab or die, in this fast-paced 3D fighting game where every! single! throw! is lethal!

96% of 104 Steam reviews are positiveFree
Royalty Free-For-All

Royalty Free-For-All

This hilarious party brawler features iconic characters, stages, and music reimagined for a modern generation—and simplifies combat, including an…

85% of 110 Steam reviews are positive$11.99
Two Strikes

Two Strikes

Dive into the heart of ancient Japan in Two Strikes, a 2D combat extravaganza with breathtaking hand-drawn animations.

89% of 258 Steam reviews are positive$14.99
A Few Quick Matches

A Few Quick Matches

A tiny platform fighter about old-school stick battles, built for 1-4 players locally or online.

85% of 2,510 Steam reviews are positivePlayers online now: 22$6.99
Arcus Chroma: Classic

Arcus Chroma: Classic

Say goodbye to jumping and hello to intense, lightning-fast grounded battles!

93% of 154 Steam reviews are positive$3.99
Dojo Masters

Dojo Masters

DOJO MASTERS is a 2-button martial arts indie fighting game. Battle against your friends or head online to challenge warriors from around the world!

92% of 139 Steam reviews are positive$14.99
Duels of Fortune

Duels of Fortune

A crazy, explosive fighting game with an expressive combo system and a diverse character roster!

94% of 171 Steam reviews are positivePlayers online now: 1Free
Pocket Bravery

Pocket Bravery

Inspired by classic fighting games from the 90's such as Street Fighter, Fatal Fury and The King of Fighters, 'Pocket Bravery' channels the 'Neo Geo…

90% of 506 Steam reviews are positive$19.99
UNDER NIGHT IN-BIRTH II Sys:Celes

UNDER NIGHT IN-BIRTH II Sys:Celes

A sharp anime fighter with 24 characters, HD pixel art and a strong soundtrack, built for trading rounds with co-op friends.

87% of 1,997 Steam reviews are positivePlayers online now: 122$49.99
First Cut: Samurai Duel

First Cut: Samurai Duel

Every hit kills in this pixel samurai dueler, so rounds stay short, bloody, and loud with friends.

87% of 2,034 Steam reviews are positivePlayers online now: 12$5.84
Sclash

Sclash

Sclash is a plug’n play 2D samurai fighting game full of tension where one hit is enough to kill.

82% of 456 Steam reviews are positive$8.99
Rainbowcore Hypernova

Rainbowcore Hypernova

Unleash your inner fighter in Rainbowcore Hypernova, the explosively fun and free fighting game featuring vibrant characters, easy controls, and…

81% of 188 Steam reviews are positiveFree

Newest co-op games like Area Zero

Royalty Free-For-All

Royalty Free-For-All

This hilarious party brawler features iconic characters, stages, and music reimagined for a modern generation—and simplifies combat, including an…

85% of 110 Steam reviews are positive$11.99
Blueblood Arena

Blueblood Arena

Simple controls, premium gameplay! Blueblood Arena features a variety of characters with wildly different playstyles, with a free-flowing combo…

96% of 93 Steam reviews are positive$8.99
RUSHING BEAT X: Return Of Brawl Brothers

RUSHING BEAT X: Return Of Brawl Brothers

The legendary beat ’em up series from Jaleco returns. Master trained fighters take on a rising evil with raw strength and refined technique.

76% of 80 Steam reviews are positive$19.99
Heatwave

Heatwave

Heatwave is a fast paced 2d fighting game with multiple fighting styles, characters, and assists to choose from, and a visual novel that details the…

95% of 21 Steam reviews are positive$10
Exploding Judo Federation

Exploding Judo Federation

It's judo on a minefield! Tech the grab or die, in this fast-paced 3D fighting game where every! single! throw! is lethal!

96% of 104 Steam reviews are positiveFree
A Few Quick Matches

A Few Quick Matches

A tiny platform fighter about old-school stick battles, built for 1-4 players locally or online.

85% of 2,510 Steam reviews are positivePlayers online now: 22$6.99
Two Strikes

Two Strikes

Dive into the heart of ancient Japan in Two Strikes, a 2D combat extravaganza with breathtaking hand-drawn animations.

89% of 258 Steam reviews are positive$14.99
Shadow Prisoner

Shadow Prisoner

"Shadow Prisoner" is a 2D fighting game with simple and exhilarating combos.

94% of 32 Steam reviews are positive$7.69
Dojo Masters

Dojo Masters

DOJO MASTERS is a 2-button martial arts indie fighting game. Battle against your friends or head online to challenge warriors from around the world!

92% of 139 Steam reviews are positive$14.99
Arcus Chroma: Classic

Arcus Chroma: Classic

Say goodbye to jumping and hello to intense, lightning-fast grounded battles!

93% of 154 Steam reviews are positive$3.99
UNDER NIGHT IN-BIRTH II Sys:Celes

UNDER NIGHT IN-BIRTH II Sys:Celes

A sharp anime fighter with 24 characters, HD pixel art and a strong soundtrack, built for trading rounds with co-op friends.

87% of 1,997 Steam reviews are positivePlayers online now: 122$49.99
First Cut: Samurai Duel

First Cut: Samurai Duel

Every hit kills in this pixel samurai dueler, so rounds stay short, bloody, and loud with friends.

87% of 2,034 Steam reviews are positivePlayers online now: 12$5.84