See the best fighting games you can play in local multiplayer mode. Fighting with friends on one console or computer is much better than fighting an anonymous opponent online.

Take note – it’s about OFFLINE (local) multiplayer (2 players and 1 PC or console). Of course most of these games have online PvP features too.

The most popular fighting games include the Mortal Kombat and Street Fighter series, but there are a lot of lesser-known, but not worse, games available on the market in which you can challenge your friends offline.

In the video below you can see great fighting games in action, thanks to which you will have unforgettable fights with human opponents, without the need to connect to the Internet. If you are already familiar with the games from this top, then be sure to watch the second part of the best fighting games for local PvP.

Fighting games with local multiplayer mode

List of the 20 best local PvP fighting games for two players (from last place to first):

Most of the games on the list below are available on PC, Xbox and Playstation consoles. If you want to see longer gameplay of a particular game, just click on the title.

• 20. One Punch Man: A Hero Nobody Knows
• 19. Injustice: Gods Among Us
• 18. GUILTY GEAR Xrd REVELATOR
• 17. Dead Or Alive 5
• 16. Dragon Ball Xenoverse
• 15. Naruto Shippuden Ultimate Ninja Storm 3 / 4

• 14. Power Rangers: Battle For The Grid
• 13. Blaz Blue Cross Tag Battle
• 12. Mortal Kombat XL
• 11. Guilty Gear Strive
• 10. Street Figter x Tekken

• 9. Dead Or Alive 6
• 8. King Of Fighters XV
• 7. Injustice 2
• 6. Jump Force
• 5. Street Fighter IV / V
• 4. Mortal Kombat 11

• 3. Tekken 7
• 2. Dragon Ball Fighter Z
• 1. Soul Calibur VI

Are you looking for other two-player fighting games? Check out our second top, where we present more excellent fighting games for local PvP.

Above games were tested on PC, with two Xbox gamepads. I do not guarantee the local multiplayer will work using one gamepad and a keyboard and mouse set.

If you are looking for a specific type of multiplayer or game genre, see our other posts – best split-screen games and top 100 couch co-op games.

Local competitive fighting games

Local multiplayer fighting games offer an immersive experience that online matches simply can’t replicate. Playing with friends in the same room adds an element of social interaction and immediate feedback that heightens the competitive spirit. Whether you’re hosting a tournament or just having a casual match, these games foster camaraderie and memorable moments, making them a staple for any gaming get-together. Plus, there’s nothing quite like the satisfaction of pulling off a well-timed combo while your friends watch in awe.

FAQ

Wondering which classic games let two players battle it out?

You’ll find a list of the best retro fighting games for PC that you can enjoy in local PvP right here.

Curious about old-school beat’em ups where you and a buddy can team up?

Take a look at this roundup of the top retro beat’em up games for PC—perfect for some couch co-op action.

Thinking of playing local multiplayer with just one controller and a keyboard?

Some games allow it, but not every title supports that setup. To avoid any hassle, it’s best to plan on having two controllers for most of these games.

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