Computed from player tags · Not ranked by quality
24 games like MELTY BLOOD: TYPE LUMINA (2026)
Every game below overlaps with MELTY BLOOD: TYPE LUMINA 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: BlazBlue: Calamity Trigger, which both story-rich.
- MELTY BLOOD: TYPE LUMINA is tagged Fighting, 2D Fighter, Anime, Pixel Graphics, Vampire, Arcade, Multiplayer, Competitive 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.
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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BlazBlue: Calamity Trigger
Why it matched: both story-rich; shares 9 player tags including Fighting, Anime and 2D Fighter.
The first hi-res 2D fighter from the creators of the Guilty Gear series! BlazBlue is a traditional 2D fighter where two characters participate in a duel.
BlazBlue: Calamity Trigger at a glance Released 2008 Studio Arc System Works Player sentiment 86% positive of 3,234 Price $9.99 FightingAnime2D FighterArcade2DStory RichControllerCompetitive
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GUILTY GEAR -STRIVE-
Why it matched: both story-rich; shares 8 player tags including Fighting, 2D Fighter and Anime; released around the same time (2021).
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 FighterAnimePvPArcadeLore-Rich2DStory Rich
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Tekken 8
Why it matched: both story-rich; shares 8 player tags including Fighting, e-sports and PvP; released around the same time (2024).
TEKKEN 8 is the latest addition to the TEKKEN series, the pinnacle of 3D fighting games. Join the fight with over 32 characters and bear witness to the next installment in this epic saga. Get ready for the biggest and best TEKKEN game ever made!
Tekken 8 at a glance Released 2024 Studio Bandai Namco Entertainment Player sentiment 56% positive of 72,308 Price $39.99 Fightinge-sportsPvPArcadeCompetitiveAnimeControllerStory Rich
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DRAGON BALL FighterZ
Why it matched: shares 9 player tags including Fighting, Anime and 2D Fighter; released around the same time (2018).
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 FighterCompetitiveControllerPvPArcadee-sports
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Tekken 7
Why it matched: both story-rich; shares 8 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 FightingCompetitiveArcadeControllere-sportsAnimeStory Rich2D Fighter
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Injustice 2
Why it matched: both story-rich; shares 7 player tags including Fighting, 2D Fighter and Story Rich; released around the same time (2017).
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 Fighting2D FighterStory RichArcadeControllerCompetitivePvP
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Street Fighter 6
Why it matched: shares 8 player tags including 2D Fighter, Fighting and Arcade; released around the same time (2023).
Here comes Capcom’s newest challenger! Street Fighter™ 6 launches worldwide on June 2nd, 2023 and represents the next evolution of the Street Fighter™ series! Street Fighter 6 spans three distinct game modes, including World Tour, Fighting Ground and Battle Hub.
Street Fighter 6 at a glance Released 2023 Studio Capcom Player sentiment 82% positive of 79,044 Price $39.99 2D FighterFightingArcadeCompetitivePvPe-sportsControllerAnime
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Injustice: Gods Among Us Ultimate Edition
Why it matched: both story-rich; shares 7 player tags including Fighting, Controller and 2D Fighter.
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 FightingController2D FighterArcadeCompetitiveStory Rich2D
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Rhythm Doctor
Why it matched: both story-rich; shares 6 player tags including Pixel Graphics, Story Rich and 2D; released around the same time (2025).
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 Rich2DArcadeAnimeModern
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SOULCALIBUR VI
Why it matched: both story-rich; shares 6 player tags including Fighting, Arcade and Competitive; released around the same time (2018).
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 FightingArcadeCompetitiveAnimeStory Rich2D Fighter
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Ultra Street Fighter IV
Why it matched: shares 8 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 FighterControllere-sportsAnime2D
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Mortal Kombat 1
Why it matched: both story-rich; shares 6 player tags including Fighting, 2D Fighter and PvP; released around the same time (2023).
Discover a reborn Mortal Kombat™ Universe created by the Fire God Liu Kang. Mortal Kombat™ 1 ushers in a new era of the iconic franchise with a new fighting system, game modes, and fatalities!
Mortal Kombat 1 at a glance Released 2023 Studio NetherRealm Studios Player sentiment 72% positive of 49,237 Price $49.99 Fighting2D FighterPvPArcadeStory RichCompetitive
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Rivals of Aether
Why it matched: shares 7 player tags including Fighting, 2D Fighter and Pixel Graphics; released around the same time (2017).
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 GraphicsCompetitive2DControllerArcade
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Punch Club
Why it matched: both story-rich; shares 6 player tags including Pixel Graphics, Fighting and 2D Fighter.
Train hard, fight crocodiles and find love. Earn your place in the Punch Club ranks, and discover who brutally murdered your father, in this choose your own adventure boxing management tycoon.
Punch Club at a glance Released 2016 Studio Lazy Bear Games Player sentiment 80% positive of 15,767 Price $9.99 Pixel GraphicsFighting2D FighterArcade2DStory Rich
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NEEDY STREAMER OVERLOAD
Why it matched: both story-rich; shares 5 player tags including Anime, Visual Novel and Pixel Graphics; released around the same time (2022).
NEEDY STREAMER OVERLOAD is a “multi-ending ADV” depicting daily life with “OMGkawaiiAngel”, a young girl with a rather extreme need for approval attempting to become the #1 “Internet Angel” (streamer).
NEEDY STREAMER OVERLOAD at a glance Released 2022 Studio WSS playground Player sentiment 94% positive of 57,641 Price $15.99 AnimeVisual NovelPixel Graphics2DStory Rich
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Mortal Kombat 11
Why it matched: both story-rich; shares 5 player tags including Fighting, 2D Fighter and Competitive; released around the same time (2019).
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 FighterCompetitiveStory RichArcade
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Mortal Kombat 11
Why it matched: both story-rich; shares 5 player tags including Fighting, 2D Fighter and Competitive; released around the same time (2019).
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 FighterCompetitiveStory RichArcade
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Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3
Why it matched: shares 7 player tags including Fighting, 2D Fighter and Arcade.
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 FighterArcadeCompetitiveControllerAnime2D
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DJMAX RESPECT V
Why it matched: shares 6 player tags including Anime, 2D and Competitive; released around the same time (2020).
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 Anime2DCompetitiveArcadePixel GraphicsPvP
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Eternal Senia
Why it matched: both story-rich; shares 5 player tags including Anime, Story Rich and 2D.
Thoughts and expectations ARPG
Eternal Senia at a glance Released 2015 Studio Sanctum Games Player sentiment 97% positive of 12,057 Price Free AnimeStory Rich2DPixel GraphicsVisual Novel
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VA-11 Hall-A: Cyberpunk Bartender Action
Why it matched: both story-rich; shares 5 player tags including Visual Novel, Pixel Graphics and Story Rich.
VA-11 HALL-A: Cyberpunk Bartender Action is a booze em' up about waifus, technology, and post-dystopia life.
VA-11 Hall-A: Cyberpunk Bartender Action at a glance Released 2016 Studio Sukeban Games Player sentiment 97% positive of 38,684 Price $14.99 Visual NovelPixel GraphicsStory RichAnime2D
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Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare (2007)
Why it matched: both story-rich; shares 5 player tags including PvP, Story Rich and Modern.
The new action-thriller from the award-winning team at Infinity Ward, the creators of the Call of Duty® series, delivers the most intense and cinematic action experience ever. Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare arms gamers with an arsenal of advanced and powerful modern day firepower and transports them to the most treacherous hotspots...
Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare (2007) at a glance Released 2007 Studio Infinity Ward Player sentiment 94% positive of 27,089 Price $19.99 PvPStory RichModernControllerCompetitive
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Touhou Mystia's Izakaya
Why it matched: both story-rich; shares 4 player tags including Pixel Graphics, Anime and 2D; released around the same time (2021).
A brand new pixel art restaurant simulator based on the Touhou Project! Play as Mystia, the owner of a small izakaya. Collect ingredients by day, cater to the customers by night, learn recipes from familiar characters, and become the best izakaya owner in all of Gensokyo!
Touhou Mystia's Izakaya at a glance Released 2021 Studio 二色幽紫蝶 Player sentiment 99% positive of 32,698 Price $4.79 Pixel GraphicsAnime2DStory Rich
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Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney Trilogy
Why it matched: both story-rich; shares 4 player tags including Visual Novel, Story Rich and Anime; released around the same time (2019).
Become Phoenix Wright and experience the thrill of battle as you fight to save your innocent clients in a court of law. Play all 14 episodes, spanning the first three games, in one gorgeous collection.
Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney Trilogy at a glance Released 2019 Studio CAPCOM Co., Ltd. Player sentiment 98% positive of 44,855 Price $29.99 Visual NovelStory RichAnime2D
Common questions
What game is most like MELTY BLOOD: TYPE LUMINA?
BlazBlue: Calamity Trigger, on the evidence we have. It both story-rich. 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 MELTY BLOOD: TYPE LUMINA" 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 MELTY BLOOD: TYPE LUMINA. 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.
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.