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A colorful arcade platformer with shoot-'em-up elements where you fight through monster-filled stages as Leo and Priscilla, solo or in two-player co-op. Fast, accessible retro action.
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The closest matches for Wonder Boy III: Monster Lair are Golden Axe II, Capcom Arcade Stadium and Joust. Each of these 10 games shares something of what makes Wonder Boy III: Monster Lair special – the reasons are listed right on each game.
92 %
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A classic side-scrolling fantasy beat 'em up where you pick a warrior, amazon or dwarf and brawl through hordes of enemies alone or with a friend, using magic and riding beasts.
89 % −75 %Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)
A compilation of 32 Capcom arcade classics spanning three decades, including Street Fighter II, Strider and 1942. Short, punishing quarter-muncher sessions that deliver nostalgic fun solo or with friends.
89 %
Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)
A 1982 arcade classic where you flap your way around as a knight on a flying ostrich, knocking rival buzzard riders out of the sky by striking from above. Simple but tricky flight mechanics make it a tense score-chaser, solo or with a friend.
88 %
Co-op or multiplayer
A fan-made crossover brawler in the style of Super Smash Bros., pitting characters from Nintendo, anime and other games against each other as you rack up damage and knock opponents off the screen. It shines in local and online matches for up to four players.
88 % −75 %Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)
A compilation of over 30 classic Capcom arcade games from the 80s and 90s, spanning shooters, brawlers and platformers. Modern features like online leaderboards, rewind and extras make these punishing coin-eaters easy to revisit today.
87 % free
Fantasy setting
A classic 16-bit fantasy beat 'em up where you pick one of several heroes, brawl through waves of enemies, use magic and face the Prince of Darkness. Short, punchy stages with arcade charm.
87 %
Co-op or multiplayer
A classic arcade beat 'em up where a barbarian, amazon or dwarf hacks through Death Adder's minions, rides strange beasts and unleashes screen-clearing magic. Best enjoyed in co-op.
87 %
Bright, upbeat tone
A colorful arcade platformer where you shoot rainbows to defeat enemies and climb upward while rising water chases you. As the sequel to Bubble Bobble, it stands out for its inventive movement mechanic and brisk pace.
87 % 12.49 €
Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)
A Touhou spin-off with a split screen: two characters duel in vertical danmaku play, sending bullet patterns and spell cards at each other. It offers a nine-opponent story mode and a versus mode.
87 %
Linear, curated structure
A retro-style action platformer with light RPG elements: fight through monster hordes, collect loot, dodge traps and defeat bosses on the way to the evil wizard.