89
iRank90
ActionHack and Slash
SoloMultiplayerCo-opFantasyExploration2D
Steam👍 92%· 7.0KIGDB86· 6OC89· 53
Year 2014Dev Drinkbox Studios · ActivisionOn PS4 · PC · Xbox
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We filtered the 48 games similar to Guacamelee! 2 down to the 15 that fit the “Xbox” category. Guacamelee! Super Turbo Championship Edition, Shank and Sacred Citadel top the list, ranked by affinity and similarity score to Guacamelee! 2.
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GenreActionSubgenreHack and Slash
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HardcoreNarrativeCo-opOffline
Year 2018Dev Drinkbox Studios
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Within the “Xbox” category, the closest game to Guacamelee! 2 is Guacamelee! Super Turbo Championship Edition — scoring 89/100 on our similarity scale. Shank and Sacred Citadel follow close behind.
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The best games like Guacamelee! 2 on Xbox
15 similar games foundUpdated May 2026
Handpicked by our similarity algorithm, these are the titles with the highest gameplay match to Guacamelee! 2. Each one has been evaluated across 16 real attributes — from combat style and progression mechanics to world structure and visual perspective — so every recommendation is based on how the game actually plays, not just its genre label.
ActionHack and Slash
SoloCo-opMultiplayerOfflineMelee2D
Steam👍 90%· 4.0KRAWG👍 72%· 380MC67IGDB68· 5
Year 2010Dev Klei Entertainment · Electronic ArtsPlaytime ~2hOn PC · PS · Xbox
✓ Fits the hack and slash action games cluster, with fighting mechanics, action RPG combat and deep RPG systems
≠ Stands apart with dark, oppressive atmosphere, while skipping Metroidvania exploration
Shank, the first game in the series of its name, is defined by its comic-book visual style and graphic violence in the vein of Tarantino and Rodriguez movies. In the single-player mode, the game follows a story of a revenge.
Where it drifts furthest from Guacamelee! 2: tone.
It predates Guacamelee! 2 by 8 years, with what that implies technically.
Genre100Combat100Game mode100Visuals100Tone0
ActionHack and Slash
MultiplayerSoloOfflineCo-opMeleeFantasy2D
Steam👍 69%· 1.2KRAWG👍 27%· 124MC61IGDB66· 6
Year 2013Dev Deep SilverPlaytime ~1hOn PC · PS · Xbox
✓ Same family of hack and slash action games: fighting mechanics, deep RPG systems and action RPG combat
≠ Where it differs: brings dark, oppressive atmosphere, online features and loot and gear systems, while skipping Metroidvania exploration
A warrior, an archer, a sorceress and a witch are fighting with crowds of monsters, mining armor, weapons, money, potions and so on. Eatable things will also come in handy - from their absorption health is restored, which is very necessary in battles.
Where it drifts furthest from Guacamelee! 2: tone and progression.
On reception: its Steam reviews are mixed, against very positive for Guacamelee! 2.
Genre100Combat100Setting100Visuals100Game mode94Tone0
ActionHack and Slash
SoloMultiplayerCo-opMeleeFantasyExploration2D
Steam👍 90%· 22KIGDB74· 10OC71· 46
Year 2015Dev Dimps · Bandai Namco EntertainmentOn PlayStation 3 · PS4 · PC
✓ Both are hack and slash action games — sharing fighting mechanics, deep RPG systems and adventure storytelling
≠ Where it differs: brings open world exploration, setting anime and online features, while skipping precision platforming
Where it drifts furthest from Guacamelee! 2: setting.
Genre100Combat100Visuals86Game mode69Progression55Setting33
ActionHack and Slash
MultiplayerCo-opSoloOfflineMeleeHardcore2D
Steam👍 91%· 411IGDB80· 2OC70· 26
Year 2018Dev Modus GamesPlaytime ~1hOn PC · PS · Xbox
✓ Same family of hack and slash action games: adventure storytelling, fighting mechanics and deep RPG systems
≠ Stands apart with shooter, first-person shooting and ranged combat, while skipping precision platforming
Ninjin: Clash of Carrots is an anime-inspired beat-‘em-up with a gaggle of varied enemies, deep customization…and ninjas! Play through side-scrolling worlds consisting of multiple stages and collect carrots stolen by the evil Shogun Moe! Carrots act as currency which can be redeemed in the Corgi Store for new equipment, or the Shady Shop for special weapons, masks and other customization items.
Where it drifts furthest from Guacamelee! 2: setting and progression.
Genre100Game mode85Tone78Combat63Visuals61Setting0
ActionHack and Slash
SoloCo-opMultiplayerMeleeNarrativeExploration
Steam👍 78%· 1.4KRAWG👍 54%· 100MC63IGDB55· 6
Year 2013Dev ACE Team · AtlusPlaytime ~3hOn PC · PS · Xbox
✓ Both are hack and slash action games — sharing fighting mechanics, deep RPG systems and action RPG combat
≠ Its own twist: first-person shooting, shooter and open world exploration, while skipping precision platforming
Zeno Clash II is a fantasy action game that combines multiple genres. Like its predecessor, Zeno Clash (2009), it uses the first-person view. ###Plot The setting of Zeno Clash II is a weird fantasy world called Zenozoik. The main protagonist of the original game, Ghat, makes a return.
Where it drifts furthest from Guacamelee! 2: visuals and tone.
On reception: its Steam reviews are mostly positive, against very positive for Guacamelee! 2.
Genre100Progression100Combat84Game mode76Tone38Visuals0
ActionHack and Slash
SoloMultiplayerCo-opOfflineMelee2D
Steam👍 84%· 3.8KIGDB77· 6OC79· 59
Year 2019Dev Arc System Works · WayForwardOn PS4 · Android · PC
✓ Same family of hack and slash action games: fighting mechanics, deep RPG systems and action RPG combat
≠ Its own twist: cozy, relaxing feel, setting anime and visual pixel, while skipping precision platforming
Where it drifts furthest from Guacamelee! 2: tone and setting.
Genre100Combat100Game mode100Visuals61Tone0Setting0
ActionHack and Slash
Co-opSoloMultiplayerMeleeNarrativeFantasy
Steam👍 74%· 13KIGDB72· 4OC73· 121
Year 2022Dev Flying Wild Hog · Focus EntertainmentOn Xbox · PS4 · PC
✓ Fits the hack and slash action games cluster, with adventure storytelling, fighting mechanics and action RPG combat
≠ Stands apart with shooter, third-person shooting and first-person shooting, while skipping precision platforming
Where it drifts furthest from Guacamelee! 2: visuals and setting.
On reception: its Steam reviews are mostly positive, against very positive for Guacamelee! 2.
Released 4 years after Guacamelee! 2.
Genre100Combat100Game mode66Tone38Setting35Visuals0
ActionHack and Slash
Co-opMultiplayerSoloOfflineMelee2D
Steam👍 96%· 137KRAWG👍 79%· 1.2KMC84IGDB79· 3
Year 2008Dev The Behemoth · Microsoft StudiosPlaytime ~4hOn PC · PS · Xbox
✓ Both are hack and slash action games — sharing action RPG combat, adventure storytelling and fighting mechanics
≠ Where it differs: brings vibe casual, cozy, relaxing feel and combat magic, while skipping precision platforming
Castle Crashers is 2D beat-em-up game with role-playing elements developed by Behemoth. It was initially released in 2008 via Xbox Live Arcade with following ports for PS3, Windows, and macOS. In 2015 it was remastered as Castle Crashers Remastered and was released for Xbox One.
Where it drifts furthest from Guacamelee! 2: tone and setting.
It predates Guacamelee! 2 by 10 years, with what that implies technically.
Genre100Visuals100Game mode82Combat59Tone0Setting0
ActionHack and Slash
SoloMeleeHardcoreFantasyTactical
Steam👍 92%· 27KIGDB79· 13OC81· 172
Year 2022Dev SloclapOn Xbox · PS4 · PC
✓ Same family of hack and slash action games: fighting mechanics, action RPG combat and deep RPG systems
≠ Its own twist: roguelike runs, dark, oppressive atmosphere and procedural generation, while skipping precision platforming
Where it drifts furthest from Guacamelee! 2: visuals and game mode.
Released 4 years after Guacamelee! 2.
Genre100Combat88Setting76Tone73Game mode21Visuals0
#11DeathSpank
57
iRank75
ActionHack and Slash
SoloMultiplayerMeleeMagicThird Person
RAWG👍 71%· 108IGDB79· 5
Year 2010Dev Electronic ArtsPlaytime ~3hOn PC · PS · Xbox
✓ Same family of hack and slash action games: deep RPG systems, action RPG combat and fighting mechanics
≠ Where it differs: brings combat magic and visual third person, while skipping precision platforming
DeathSpank: Orphans of Justice is a parody of fantasy RPGs, the first in DeathSpank trilogy. It features a comically cartoonish visual style and deconstructs the genre's cliches and stereotypes.
Where it drifts furthest from Guacamelee! 2: visuals and game mode.
It predates Guacamelee! 2 by 8 years, with what that implies technically.
Genre100Combat61Game mode48Visuals0
ActionHack and Slash
SoloMeleeHardcoreNarrativeDark
Steam👍 90%· 14KIGDB79· 19OC78· 86
Year 2016Dev The Game BakersOn PS4 · PC · PS5
✓ Both are hack and slash action games — sharing action RPG combat, fighting mechanics and deep RPG systems
≠ Where it differs: brings shooter, third-person shooting and dark, oppressive atmosphere, while skipping precision platforming
Where it drifts furthest from Guacamelee! 2: setting and visuals.
Genre100Combat100Tone82Game mode22Setting0Visuals0
ActionHack and Slash
SoloMultiplayerMeleeRangedSci-Fi
Steam👍 96%· 14KRAWG👍 89%· 654MC81IGDB69· 5OC67· 19
Year 2003Dev Aspyr Media · AspyrPlaytime ~2hOn PC · PS · Xbox
✓ Both are hack and slash action games — sharing adventure storytelling, deep RPG systems and action RPG combat
≠ Where it differs: brings shooter, first-person shooting and third-person shooting, while skipping precision platforming
New students are arriving at Jedi Academy on distant Yavin IV but unknown enemy shots down their shuttle. As soon-to-be Jedi approach the Academy on foot they stumble upon two stormtroopers and Dark Jedi that seems to be the reason for the calamity.
Where it drifts furthest from Guacamelee! 2: setting and progression.
It predates Guacamelee! 2 by 15 years, with what that implies technically.
Genre100Combat71Game mode49Setting0Progression0Visuals0
#14Golden Axe
73
iRank81
ActionHack and Slash
SoloMultiplayerOfflineCo-opMeleeFantasy2D
Steam👍 84%· 25RAWG👍 76%· 85
Year 1989Dev SEGAPlaytime ~6hOn PC · PS · Xbox
✓ Nearly identical: fighting mechanics, action RPG combat and deep RPG systems.
≠ Missing: precision platforming.
Just UpdatedAll SEGA MegaDrive/Genesis titles now launch using the new SEGA MegaDrive/Genesis Interactive Hub, with all new features, UI and Steam Workshop Support!
It predates Guacamelee! 2 by 29 years, with what that implies technically.
Genre100Combat100Game mode100Setting100Visuals100
ActionHack and Slash
Co-opSoloMultiplayerOfflineMelee2D
Steam👍 92%· 25RAWG👍 88%· 236IGDB80· 1
Year 1992Dev SEGAPlaytime ~6hOn PC · PS · Xbox
✓ Nearly identical: fighting mechanics, deep RPG systems and action RPG combat.
≠ Missing: precision platforming.
After Axel Stone, Blaze Fielding and Adam Hunter destroyed the evil Syndicate leader, Mr. X, the city became a peaceful place to live, and each one of them followed their own paths.
It predates Guacamelee! 2 by 26 years, with what that implies technically.
Genre100Combat100Game mode100Visuals100
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