Computed from player tags · Not ranked by quality
24 games like BlazBlue: Calamity Trigger (2026)
Every game below overlaps with BlazBlue: Calamity Trigger on things players said about it rather than on our opinion of what feels alike. Each entry shows what it matched on, so you can throw out the ones matching on the part you did not care about.
The short version
- Closest match: GUILTY GEAR -STRIVE-, which made by the same studio, Arc System Works.
- BlazBlue: Calamity Trigger is tagged Fighting, Anime, 2D Fighter, Arcade, Great Soundtrack, 2D, Action, Local Multiplayer by Steam players. Those tags are what the matching runs on.
- 24 games qualify, each with at least fifty player reviews behind its sentiment figure.
- 1 are free to download, so you can test the resemblance yourself at no cost.
- 2 are from the same studio: GUILTY GEAR -STRIVE-, DRAGON BALL FighterZ.
How these were matched
Steam tags carry the most weight, because players apply them and they describe how a game feels rather than how it was filed. Souls-like, Atmospheric and Cozy exist as tags and as nothing else, which is exactly the vocabulary this question needs. Formal genres count for less, themes and a shared studio for more.
Tags carried by more than a third of the catalogue are thrown out before matching. Nearly everything is tagged Singleplayer, so matching on it is matching on nothing. That cutoff is computed from the catalogue rather than fixed, so it moves as the catalogue grows.
All 24, closest first
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GUILTY GEAR -STRIVE-
Why it matched: made by the same studio, Arc System Works; both fantasy and story-rich; shares 9 player tags including Fighting, 2D Fighter and Great Soundtrack.
The cutting-edge 2D/3D hybrid graphics pioneered in the Guilty Gear series have been raised to the next level in “GUILTY GEAR -STRIVE-“. The new artistic direction and improved character animations will go beyond anything you’ve seen before in a fighting game!
GUILTY GEAR -STRIVE- at a glance Released 2021 Studio Arc System Works Player sentiment 88% positive of 66,791 Price $39.99 Fighting2D FighterGreat SoundtrackAnimeArcade2DStory RichLocal Multiplayer
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SOULCALIBUR VI
Why it matched: both fantasy and story-rich; shares 10 player tags including Fighting, Fantasy and Local Multiplayer.
Bring more than your fists to the fight! Featuring all-new battle mechanics and characters, SOULCALIBUR VI marks a new era of the historic franchise. Welcome back to the stage of history!
SOULCALIBUR VI at a glance Released 2018 Studio BANDAI NAMCO Studios Inc. Player sentiment 83% positive of 14,352 Price $59.99 FightingFantasyLocal MultiplayerArcadeCompetitiveGreat SoundtrackAnimeStory Rich
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Injustice: Gods Among Us Ultimate Edition
Why it matched: both story-rich; shares 10 player tags including Fighting, Local Multiplayer and Controller.
Injustice: Gods Among Us Ultimate Edition enhances the bold new franchise to the fighting game genre from NetherRealm Studios. Featuring six new playable characters, over 30 new skins, and 60 new S.T.A.R. Labs missions, this edition packs a punch.
Injustice: Gods Among Us Ultimate Edition at a glance Released 2013 Studio NetherRealm Studios Player sentiment 86% positive of 20,131 Price $19.99 FightingLocal MultiplayerController2D FighterArcadeBeat 'em upCompetitiveStory Rich
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Tekken 7
Why it matched: both story-rich; shares 10 player tags including Fighting, Competitive and Arcade.
Discover the epic conclusion of the long-time clan warfare between members of the Mishima family. Powered by Unreal Engine 4, the legendary fighting game franchise fights back with stunning story-driven cinematic battles and intense duels that can be enjoyed with friends and rivals.
Tekken 7 at a glance Released 2015 Studio Bandai Namco Entertainment Player sentiment 84% positive of 95,338 Price $39.99 FightingCompetitiveArcadeLocal MultiplayerControllerGreat SoundtrackAnimeStory Rich
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NARUTO SHIPPUDEN: Ultimate Ninja STORM 4
Why it matched: both fantasy and story-rich; shares 8 player tags including Anime, Fighting and Story Rich.
The latest opus in the acclaimed STORM series is taking you on a colourful and breathtaking ride. Take advantage of the totally revamped battle system and prepare to dive into the most epic fights you’ve ever seen !
NARUTO SHIPPUDEN: Ultimate Ninja STORM 4 at a glance Released 2016 Studio CyberConnect2 Co. Ltd. Player sentiment 91% positive of 90,679 Price $19.99 AnimeFightingStory RichLocal MultiplayerGreat SoundtrackFantasyLocal Co-OpBeat 'em up
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Ultra Street Fighter IV
Why it matched: shares 11 player tags including Fighting, Arcade and Competitive.
The world’s greatest fighting game evolves to a whole new level with Ultra Street Fighter IV.
Ultra Street Fighter IV at a glance Released 2014 Studio Capcom Player sentiment 91% positive of 16,995 Price $29.99 FightingArcadeCompetitive2D FighterLocal MultiplayerControllerAnimeGreat Soundtrack
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DRAGON BALL FighterZ
Why it matched: made by the same studio, Arc System Works; shares 9 player tags including Fighting, Anime and 2D Fighter.
DRAGON BALL FighterZ is born from what makes the DRAGON BALL series so loved and famous: endless spectacular fights with its all-powerful fighters.
DRAGON BALL FighterZ at a glance Released 2018 Studio Arc System Works Player sentiment 90% positive of 76,719 Price $59.99 FightingAnime2D FighterLocal MultiplayerCompetitiveControllerArcadeFast-Paced
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JUMP FORCE
Why it matched: both fantasy and story-rich; shares 8 player tags including Anime, Fighting and Local Multiplayer.
Create your own avatar to fight alongside the most powerful Manga heroes in an original Story Mode, or head to the Online Lobby to challenge other players and discover lots of modes and activities.
JUMP FORCE at a glance Released 2019 Studio Spike Chunsoft Co., Ltd. Player sentiment 73% positive of 22,535 Price Not listed AnimeFightingLocal MultiplayerControllerBeat 'em upStory RichFantasyGreat Soundtrack
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Rhythm Doctor
Why it matched: both story-rich; shares 9 player tags including Pixel Graphics, Story Rich and Local Co-Op.
Save patients with your rhythm mastery! Rhythm Doctor is a rhythm game where you heal patients by defibrillating in time to their heartbeats. Learn each patient's unique heartbeat and defeat boss viruses trying to sabotage your rhythm, all set to heart-pumping, soul-soothing music.
Rhythm Doctor at a glance Released 2025 Studio 7th Beat Games Player sentiment 98% positive of 26,941 Price $15.99 Pixel GraphicsStory RichLocal Co-Op2DComedyLocal MultiplayerArcadeAnime
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MELTY BLOOD: TYPE LUMINA
Why it matched: both story-rich; shares 9 player tags including Fighting, 2D Fighter and Anime.
This is the latest addition to the series of 2D fighting games based on TYPE-MOON's visual novel, Tsukihime. The curtain rises once more on dramatic battles played out with familiar characters from Tsukihime: A Piece of Blue Glass Moon.
MELTY BLOOD: TYPE LUMINA at a glance Released 2021 Studio FRENCH-BREAD Player sentiment 89% positive of 10,574 Price $49.99 Fighting2D FighterAnimePixel GraphicsArcadeCompetitiveStory RichController
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Injustice 2
Why it matched: both story-rich; shares 9 player tags including Fighting, Local Multiplayer and 2D Fighter.
Build and power up the ultimate version of your favourite DC legends in INJUSTICE 2. This is your Legend. Your Journey. Your Injustice.
Injustice 2 at a glance Released 2017 Studio NetherRealm Studios Player sentiment 86% positive of 24,516 Price $49.99 FightingLocal Multiplayer2D FighterStory RichArcadeControllerCompetitiveBeat 'em up
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Eternal Senia
Why it matched: both fantasy and story-rich; shares 7 player tags including Anime, Great Soundtrack and Story Rich.
Thoughts and expectations ARPG
Eternal Senia at a glance Released 2015 Studio Sanctum Games Player sentiment 97% positive of 12,057 Price Free AnimeGreat SoundtrackStory RichCute2DPixel GraphicsFantasy
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Rivals of Aether
Why it matched: shares 10 player tags including Fighting, 2D Fighter and Pixel Graphics.
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.
Rivals of Aether at a glance Released 2017 Studio Aether Studios Player sentiment 96% positive of 38,134 Price $29.99 Fighting2D FighterPixel GraphicsLocal MultiplayerCompetitive2DGreat SoundtrackController
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Dust: An Elysian Tail
Why it matched: both fantasy and story-rich; shares 7 player tags including 2D, Fantasy and Great Soundtrack.
Immerse yourself in a gorgeous hand-painted world on a search for your true identity. As the mysterious warrior, Dust, your action-packed journey will take you from peaceful glades to snowy mountaintops and beyond.
Dust: An Elysian Tail at a glance Released 2013 Studio Humble Hearts LLC Player sentiment 95% positive of 19,062 Price $14.99 2DFantasyGreat SoundtrackBeat 'em upStory RichControllerAnime
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DmC: Devil May Cry
Why it matched: both fantasy and story-rich; shares 7 player tags including Great Soundtrack, Controller and Beat 'em up.
In this retelling of Dante's origin story which is set against a contemporary backdrop, DmC Devil May Cry™ retains the stylish action.
DmC: Devil May Cry at a glance Released 2013 Studio Ninja Theory Player sentiment 93% positive of 32,943 Price $7.49 Great SoundtrackControllerBeat 'em upFast-PacedFantasyComedyStory Rich
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DRAGON BALL Z: KAKAROT
Why it matched: both fantasy and story-rich; shares 7 player tags including Anime, Fighting and Story Rich.
The Dragon Ball RPG of your dreams! For the first time, you can play the rest of the story. Step into the universe of Dragon Ball Z in all its iconic glory and become the hero you were always meant to be!
DRAGON BALL Z: KAKAROT at a glance Released 2020 Studio CyberConnect2 Co. Ltd. Player sentiment 93% positive of 58,245 Price $19.99 AnimeFightingStory RichControllerGreat SoundtrackBeat 'em upFantasy
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Tales of Symphonia
Why it matched: both fantasy and story-rich; shares 7 player tags including Anime, Story Rich and Fantasy.
FIRST TIME ON STEAM – Based on the PlayStation®3 port of the original GameCube game, this RPG classic is finally available for PC.
Tales of Symphonia at a glance Released 2003 Studio Namco Tales Studio Player sentiment 85% positive of 5,196 Price $19.99 AnimeStory RichFantasyGreat SoundtrackLocal Co-OpLocal MultiplayerCute
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Secret of Mana
Why it matched: both fantasy and story-rich; shares 7 player tags including Great Soundtrack, Story Rich and Anime.
The memorable adventure of Randi, Primm and Popoi is reborn as Secret of Mana! Originally released in 1993, Secret of Mana is by far the most popular title in the “Mana” series and has now undergone a much-awaited full 3D remake!
Secret of Mana at a glance Released 1993 Studio Square Player sentiment 68% positive of 2,925 Price $39.99 Great SoundtrackStory RichAnimeCuteFantasyLocal Co-OpLocal Multiplayer
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Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3
Why it matched: shares 9 player tags including Fighting, 2D Fighter and Arcade; released around the same time (2011).
Marvel and Capcom join forces to deliver the most frenetic 3 vs 3 tag battles ever with Ultimate Marvel VS Capcom 3. This release comes fully loaded, including all previous DLC, Marvel VS. Capcom : Official Complete Works.
Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3 at a glance Released 2011 Studio Capcom Player sentiment 92% positive of 7,845 Price $24.99 Fighting2D FighterArcadeCompetitiveGreat SoundtrackLocal MultiplayerControllerAnime
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NARUTO SHIPPUDEN: Ultimate Ninja STORM 3 Full Burst HD
Why it matched: both fantasy; shares 8 player tags including Anime, Fighting and Controller.
Live the 4th Great Ninja War and its overpowering boss fights or defy your friends in ultra dynamic online and offline ninja confrontations!
NARUTO SHIPPUDEN: Ultimate Ninja STORM 3 Full Burst HD at a glance Released 2013 Studio CyberConnect2 Co. Ltd. Player sentiment 90% positive of 14,411 Price $19.99 AnimeFightingControllerBeat 'em upFantasyLocal MultiplayerGreat SoundtrackLocal Co-Op
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DJMAX RESPECT V
Why it matched: both fantasy; shares 8 player tags including Anime, 2D and Competitive.
DJMAX RESPECT V is the latest installment from the creators of the critically acclaimed rhythm game franchise ‘DJMAX.’ Experience tracks from popular artists such as Marshmello, Porter Robinson, and Yukika, exclusive Full HD Music Videos, online multiplayer, new game modes, and more!
DJMAX RESPECT V at a glance Released 2020 Studio NEOWIZ Player sentiment 89% positive of 34,805 Price $49.99 Anime2DCompetitiveArcadeCutePixel GraphicsFantasyGreat Soundtrack
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Mortal Kombat 11
Why it matched: both story-rich; shares 8 player tags including Fighting, 2D Fighter and Local Multiplayer.
Mortal Kombat is back and better than ever in the next evolution of the iconic franchise.
Mortal Kombat 11 at a glance Released 2019 Studio NetherRealm Studios Player sentiment 88% positive of 116,050 Price $49.99 Fighting2D FighterLocal MultiplayerCompetitiveStory RichGreat SoundtrackCuteArcade
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Mortal Kombat 11
Why it matched: both story-rich; shares 8 player tags including Fighting, 2D Fighter and Local Multiplayer.
Mortal Kombat is back and better than ever in the next evolution of the iconic franchise.
Mortal Kombat 11 at a glance Released 2019 Studio NetherRealm Studios Player sentiment 88% positive of 116,064 Price $49.99 Fighting2D FighterLocal MultiplayerCompetitiveStory RichGreat SoundtrackCuteArcade
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One Piece Pirate Warriors 3
Why it matched: both story-rich; shares 8 player tags including Anime, Fighting and Beat 'em up.
Enjoy the original story of ONE PIECE from Fuschia Village to the mysterious kingdom of Dressrosa. Will your resolution be strong enough to defeat the most dangerous pirates, including Doflamingo and many more?
One Piece Pirate Warriors 3 at a glance Released 2015 Studio KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD. Player sentiment 78% positive of 10,919 Price $39.99 AnimeFightingBeat 'em upLocal Co-OpComedyStory RichGreat SoundtrackController
Common questions
What game is most like BlazBlue: Calamity Trigger?
GUILTY GEAR -STRIVE-, on the evidence we have. It made by the same studio, Arc System Works. That is a statement about overlap, not a promise you will like it as much: two games can share every tag and still feel different to play.
How is "similar to BlazBlue: Calamity Trigger" decided?
By overlap on the tags Steam players applied to each game, the formal genres, the themes both sit in, and whether the same studio made them. Tags carry the most weight because players write them, so they describe how a game feels rather than how it was filed. Tags carried by more than a third of the catalogue are ignored: matching on "Singleplayer" is matching on nothing. Every entry below shows exactly what it matched on.
Are these ranked by quality?
No. They are ordered by how much they overlap with BlazBlue: Calamity Trigger. Where two games overlap equally, the better received one goes first, but that only moves a game a place or two. Each entry shows its own player sentiment so you can weigh that separately.
What else did the makers of BlazBlue: Calamity Trigger do?
GUILTY GEAR -STRIVE-, DRAGON BALL FighterZ are also from Arc System Works, and appear in the list below for that reason as well as on tag overlap.
Do you get paid for these recommendations?
No. The order is computed from tag and genre overlap and nothing else. No placement here can be bought, and a game appearing high on this page is a statement about resemblance rather than an endorsement.