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The closest matches for Dead or Alive 5 are Street Fighter IV, Street Fighter X Tekken and The King of Fighters XIV. Each of these 10 games shares something of what makes Dead or Alive 5 special – the reasons are listed right on each game.
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Street Fighter IV revives the classic Street Fighter II style of play in a 3D, comic-inspired look. Precise inputs, timing and head-to-head duels against other players are the heart of the game.
93 % 12.99 €
Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)
A 2-on-2 tag-team fighter that pits the casts of Street Fighter and Tekken against each other. Fast combos, partner switches and gem boosts add tactical depth, especially in versus play.
93 %
Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)
A 2D-style fighting game rendered in 3D, built around the series' classic 3-on-3 team battles. A large roster of veterans and newcomers supports fast, technical duels.
93 %
Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)
A crossover fighter where Capcom and SNK icons clash in three-character teams, with selectable fighting styles called Grooves. Precise timing, parries and deep combos make it shine, especially in head-to-head play with friends.
92 % 29.99 €
Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)
A fast, flashy fighting game with fluid animation, a reactive soundtrack and a combo system built around chaining attacks and breaking opponents' strings with Combo Breakers. Online competition is the main draw.
91 % free
Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)
A uncompromising one-on-one fighter built around precise timing, spacing and mastering its iconic roster. Its appeal lies mainly in online ranked play and local or online duels against friends.
91 % 9.99 €
Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)
A celebrated SNK 2D fighter built around precise timing, Just Defend parries and a choice of fighting styles. It shines in head-to-head duels against a friend, with striking sprite art and fast, tight combat.
90 %
Lavish presentation
A 3D weapon-based fighting game where swordsmen, spear users and many other warriors clash in fast duels. It offers character customization, online battles and Star Wars guest fighters.
90 %
Action-packed real-time combat
A flashy 2D arcade fighter where Marvel heroes and Street Fighter characters clash with tag-team swaps and over-the-top combos. Best enjoyed in head-to-head matches with friends.
90 %
Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)
A free-to-play entry in the Tekken series on PlayStation, offering classic 3D one-on-one fighting with character levelling introduced for the first time. It focuses on quick online and arcade duels with familiar fighters.