Best fighting games for Android
Fighting games pit one fighter against another: pick a character, learn its moves and trade punches, kicks and specials until a knockout or time runs out.
28 games ranked · How we rank
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A free stick-fighter action RPG with a huge roster and simple controls, best for players who enjoy collecting and upgrading.
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A long-running touchscreen fighting RPG that rewards steady progression, provided you accept ads and in-app purchases in a free game.
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A deep, long-running online fighting RPG that rewards clan choice and gear collecting, provided you have a stable connection.
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A free, well-populated 3D fighter that suits players who want online duels and don't mind ads or optional purchases.
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A free, physics-driven stickman fighter with enough modes and customization to suit casual play alone or with a friend.
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A free fighting game with a clear progression path and gym management that suits players who like building as much as brawling.
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A free arcade robot fighter with a deep roster and local multiplayer, best for players who want to brawl with friends nearby.
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A free, ad-supported rooftop brawler that suits players wanting quick online PvP fights with light upgrade progression.
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A free, ad-supported line-drawing action game that suits players who want short, skill-focused runs.
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A deep, free-to-play Marvel fighting RPG that rewards players who enjoy collecting and planning teams as much as the combat itself.
More of the best fighting games
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11
ONE PIECE Bounty Rush
Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc.
4.3
50M+
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12
Mortal Kombat
Warner Bros. International Enterprises
4.0
100M+
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13
Streets of Rage 4
Playdigious
4.8
100K+
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14
Boss Fight
BoomBit Games
4.2
10M+
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15
CATS: Crash Arena Turbo Stars
Nazara Publishing
4.3
100M+
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16
Ragdoll Hit
Kids Games LLC
4.7
5M+
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17
Who Dies Last?
CASUAL AZUR GAMES
4.3
50M+
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18
Duels: Epic Fighting PVP Game
Gameplay Galaxy
4.3
1M+
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19
Injustice: Gods Among Us
Warner Bros. International Enterprises
4.4
10M+
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20
Devil May Cry: Peak of Combat
nebulajoy
4.5
5M+
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21
Real Boxing – Fighting Game
Vivid Games S.A.
4.5
10M+
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22
Apes Fighting Gorilla Game
Nuts Game Ventures
4.0
5M+
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23
Shadow Hunter: Offline Premium
EA Publishing
4.6
1M+
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24
Prizefighters 2
Koality Game
4.0
5M+
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25
Super Boxing Championship!
StickRunningSupreme
4.4
1M+
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26
NARUTO: Ultimate Ninja STORM
Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc.
4.1
100K+
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27
KOF 2002 ACA NEOGEO
SNK CORPORATION
4.1
50K+
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28
Infinite Lives
MDickie
4.1
500K+
About fighting games
Matches fit a short break, and the roster gives you characters to learn at your own pace. Common hurdles are touch controls that feel clumsy, computer opponents that are too easy or too punishing, and modes that push you toward spending. Games differ in combat depth, roster size and whether the focus is local matches, online bouts or a single-player ladder. Some use simple taps and swipes; others try to recreate arcade controls. They appeal to players who like direct competition more than a long story, and some expect regular practice to stay competitive.
What to look for
- Check how the controls handle on a touchscreen, since a fighting game lives or dies by whether special moves come out when you intend them to.
- Look at how the computer opponent scales, because a fighter that offers only one difficulty will either bore you or block your progress.
- Consider the roster and how the characters differ, as a small cast with distinct styles often stays interesting longer than a large one with near-identical fighters.
- See whether matches work offline, since a fighting game is a good fit for commuting and other places where a connection is not guaranteed.
- Find out how the game makes money, because ads between rounds or paid unlocks for fighters can interrupt the flow of a match.
How we rank
Apps are ranked by their Google Play rating (weighted by how many people rated them), their number of installs, how recently they were updated and how closely they fit the category. Only apps we've reviewed are included.