Best Hack and Slash Games
616 Hack and Slash games, ranked by the Rank and Play community.
Golden Axe II
Released: Sep 5, 1991
Critic rating: 77.1 / 100 • 77 votes
Rating: E10+
Genres: Fighting, Hack and slash/Beat 'em up
Platforms: Arcade, Linux, Wii, Sega Mega Drive/Genesis, PC (Microsoft Windows), iOS, Mac
Game modes: Single player, Multiplayer
The Lord of Darkness, Dark Guld, has arisen again.
Yakuza
Released: Dec 8, 2005
Critic rating: 76.7 / 100
Rating: M
Genres: Fighting, Role-playing (RPG), Simulator, Sport, Hack and slash/Beat 'em up, Adventure
Platforms: PlayStation 2
Game modes: Single player
Just as Kazuma, a former rising star in the Yakuza, emerges from prison after a murder cover-up, 10 billion yen vanishes from the Yakuza vault, forcing him once again into their brutal, lawless world.
LEGO Batman 2: DC Super Heroes
Released: Jun 19, 2012
Critic rating: 80.7 / 100
Rating: E10+
Genres: Platform, Hack and slash/Beat 'em up, Adventure
Platforms: PlayStation 3, Wii, PC (Microsoft Windows), Mac, Wii U, Xbox 360
Game modes: Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative, Split screen
The Dynamic Duo of Batman and Robin join other famous super heroes from the DC Universe including Superman, Wonder Woman and Green Lantern to save Gotham City from destruction at the hands of the notorious villains Lex Luthor and the Joker.
Hyrule Warriors: Definitive Edition
Released: Mar 22, 2018
Critic rating: 74.8 / 100
Rating: T
Genres: Strategy, Hack and slash/Beat 'em up
Platforms: Nintendo Switch
Game modes: Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative, Split screen
A new, ultimate version of the exhilarating action game set in the Zelda universe will include every map and mission, plus all 29 playable characters from both the Wii U and Nintendo 3DS versions of the game, along with all of the previous paid downloadable content.
Asura's Wrath
Released: Feb 21, 2012
Critic rating: 74.9 / 100
Rating: T
Genres: Hack and slash/Beat 'em up
Platforms: PlayStation 3, Xbox 360
Game modes: Single player
The game follows the title character, the demigod Asura as he seeks revenge on the pantheon of other demigods who betrayed him.
Skylanders: Trap Team
Released: Sep 30, 2014
Critic rating: 79.5 / 100
Rating: E10+
Genres: Platform, Role-playing (RPG), Hack and slash/Beat 'em up, Adventure
Platforms: PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4, Wii, Android, iOS, Wii U, Xbox 360, Xbox One
Game modes: Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative, Split screen
In Skylanders Trap Team, Kaos continues his ongoing quest to rule over Skylands.
Golden Axe III
Released: Jun 25, 1993
Critic rating: 77.0 / 100 • 61 votes
Rating: T
Genres: Hack and slash/Beat 'em up
Platforms: Linux, Wii, Sega Mega Drive/Genesis, PC (Microsoft Windows), iOS, Mac
Game modes: Single player, Multiplayer
Chaos is spreading across the land once again as the Prince of Darkness arises to conquer the world.
Castlevania Chronicles
Released: May 24, 2001
Critic rating: 76.9 / 100 • 33 votes
Rating: T
Genres: Platform, Hack and slash/Beat 'em up
Platforms: PlayStation 3, PlayStation, PlayStation Portable
Game modes: Single player
The 2D whip-wielding action game Castlevania returns with a classic version never before seen in America with Castlevania Chronicles.
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Cowabunga Collection
Released: Aug 30, 2022
Critic rating: 79.3 / 100
Rating: T
Genres: Fighting, Platform, Hack and slash/Beat 'em up, Adventure, Arcade
Platforms: Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch
Game modes: Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Cowabunga Collection is a 2022 compilation developed by Digital Eclipse and published by Konami.
X-Men Origins: Wolverine Uncaged Edition
Released: May 1, 2009
Critic rating: 73.3 / 100
Rating: M
Genres: Hack and slash/Beat 'em up, Adventure
Platforms: PlayStation 3, PC (Microsoft Windows), Xbox 360
Game modes: Single player
X-Men Origins: Wolverine Uncaged Edition is a third-person action game developed by Raven Software and published by Activision.
Gauntlet Legends
Released: Oct 1, 1998
Critic rating: 76.9 / 100 • 21 votes
Rating: T
Genres: Role-playing (RPG), Hack and slash/Beat 'em up
Platforms: Arcade
Game modes: Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative, Split screen
Gauntlet Legends is an arcade game released in 1998 by Atari Games.
Dragon Quest Heroes: The World Tree's Woe and the Blight Below
Released: Feb 26, 2015
Critic rating: 78.1 / 100
Rating: T
Genres: Role-playing (RPG), Hack and slash/Beat 'em up
Platforms: PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4, PC (Microsoft Windows)
Game modes: Single player
In Dragon Quest Heroes, the protagonists must rise up against insurmountable odds, challenging swarms of enemies and conquering gigantic monsters in an exhilarating action game.
Heroes of Newerth
Released: May 12, 2010
Critic rating: 71.0 / 100
Genres: Hack and slash/Beat 'em up, MOBA
Platforms: Linux, PC (Microsoft Windows), Mac
Game modes: Multiplayer, Co-operative, Massively Multiplayer Online (MMO)
Heroes of Newerth builds upon the DotA formula and takes it to the next level by delivering cutting edge graphics, fast-paced gameplay, meticulous statistical tracking, and server-client networking that feeds gamers' competitive appetites around the world.
Warhammer: End Times - Vermintide
Released: Oct 23, 2015
Critic rating: 80.0 / 100
Rating: M
Genres: Shooter, Role-playing (RPG), Strategy, Hack and slash/Beat 'em up, Adventure, Indie
Platforms: PlayStation 4, PC (Microsoft Windows), Xbox One
Game modes: Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative
Vermintide is a co-operative action first person shooter and melee combat adventure set in the End Times of the iconic Warhammer Fantasy universe.
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Turtles in Time
Released: Sep 18, 1991
Critic rating: 76.8 / 100 • 24 votes
Genres: Hack and slash/Beat 'em up, Arcade
Platforms: Arcade
Game modes: Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative
The original arcade version of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Turtles in Time, which is shorter than the latter console version.
Lost Ark
Released: Dec 4, 2018
Critic rating: 81.3 / 100
Rating: M
Genres: Role-playing (RPG), Hack and slash/Beat 'em up, Adventure
Platforms: PC (Microsoft Windows)
Game modes: Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative, Massively Multiplayer Online (MMO)
Embark on an odyssey for the Lost Ark in a vast, vibrant world: explore new lands, seek out lost treasures, and test yourself in thrilling action combat.
Hero Siege
Released: Jan 29, 2014
Critic rating: 80.0 / 100
Rating: T
Genres: Role-playing (RPG), Hack and slash/Beat 'em up, Adventure, Indie
Platforms: Linux, Android, PC (Microsoft Windows), iOS, PlayStation 5, Mac
Game modes: Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative, Massively Multiplayer Online (MMO)
Hero Siege is a Hack 'n' Slash game with roguelike- & RPG elements.
Castlevania: Bloodlines
Released: Mar 17, 1994
Critic rating: 76.7 / 100 • 110 votes
Genres: Platform, Hack and slash/Beat 'em up
Platforms: Sega Mega Drive/Genesis
Game modes: Single player
Time refuses to forget the Belmont family's horrifying, bloody destiny.
Turnip Boy Robs a Bank
Released: Jan 18, 2024
Critic rating: 78.7 / 100
Rating: T
Genres: Shooter, Hack and slash/Beat 'em up, Adventure, Indie, Arcade
Platforms: Android, PC (Microsoft Windows), iOS, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch
Game modes: Single player
Turnip Boy is back!
Hand of Fate
Released: Feb 17, 2015
Critic rating: 82.6 / 100
Rating: T
Genres: Role-playing (RPG), Strategy, Turn-based strategy (TBS), Hack and slash/Beat 'em up, Adventure, Indie, Card & Board Game
Platforms: PlayStation 4, Linux, PC (Microsoft Windows), Mac, Xbox One
Game modes: Single player
Inspired by tarot and fantasy, all bets are off as you create your own journey by building a collection of cards used to deal out a boardgame-like dungeon teeming with enemies, treasure, and adventure.
Final Fight 2
Released: May 22, 1993
Critic rating: 76.7 / 100 • 66 votes
Rating: E10+
Genres: Hack and slash/Beat 'em up, Arcade
Platforms: Super Nintendo Entertainment System, Wii, Wii U, New Nintendo 3DS, Super Famicom
Game modes: Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative
A beat 'em up sequel to Final Fight, released originally for the Super Nintendo Entertainment System.
Wuchang: Fallen Feathers
Released: Jul 24, 2025
Critic rating: 73.8 / 100
Rating: M
Genres: Role-playing (RPG), Hack and slash/Beat 'em up, Adventure
Platforms: Xbox Series X|S, PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 5
Game modes: Single player
Wuchang: Fallen Feathers is a soulslike action RPG set in the land of Shu during the dark and tumultuous late Ming Dynasty, plagued by warring factions and a mysterious illness that spawns monstrous creatures.
Gorn
Released: Aug 24, 2018
Critic rating: 73.4 / 100
Rating: M
Genres: Fighting, Simulator, Hack and slash/Beat 'em up, Indie
Platforms: Meta Quest 2, PlayStation VR2, PlayStation 4, PlayStation VR, PC (Microsoft Windows), SteamVR, Oculus Rift, Oculus Quest
Game modes: Single player
GORN is a ludicrously violent VR gladiator simulator, made by Free Lives, the developers of Broforce and Genital Jousting.
BloodRayne
Released: Oct 15, 2002
Critic rating: 78.0 / 100
Rating: M
Genres: Hack and slash/Beat 'em up, Adventure
Platforms: Xbox, Nintendo GameCube, PC (Microsoft Windows), Mac, PlayStation 2
Game modes: Single player
Rayne is a dhampir (child of a vampire and human, who possess vampire powers without their weaknesses).
Baldur's Gate: Dark Alliance II
Released: Jan 20, 2004
Critic rating: 76.0 / 100
Rating: T
Genres: Role-playing (RPG), Hack and slash/Beat 'em up, Adventure
Platforms: Xbox, Linux, PC (Microsoft Windows), Mac, PlayStation 2
Game modes: Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative
Using the 3rd Edition Dungeons & Dragons rules set, Baldur's Gate: Dark Alliance II features four new acts of hack-and-slash combat and powerful spell casting.