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Also Fighting and 2D Fighter, like Rivals of Aether.
- $29.99 (Price checked Nov 10)
- Deck Verified
- 2024
Games like Rivals of Aether
- 24 games
- Updated Oct 9, 2026
Players who liked Rivals of Aether also play
The closest matches to Rivals of Aether: Rivals of Aether II, TowerFall Ascension, Brawlhalla, Slap City, and Fraymakers. Ranked by imho.run from Steam co-play data, shared tags and reviews.
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- 2014
Rank 03- Free
- Deck Verified
- 2017
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Fraymakers
Why this: Also Games Workshop and Fighting, like Rivals of Aether.
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Duck Game
Why this: Also Competitive and 4 Player Local, like Rivals of Aether.
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Lethal League Blaze
Why this: Also Fighting and Competitive, like Rivals of Aether.
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- Released: 2017
- Developer: Aether Studios
- Price: $29.99checked Nov 10
- Steam Deck: Deck Verified
- 97% of 27,490 reviews
- Genres: Indie
- Platforms: Windows
Players highlight
- Feels as good as melee
- Have tight controls
- Is the best platform fighting game
- Competitive
- Intense
- 1v1 combat
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Why this: Also Fighting and Competitive, like Rivals of Aether.
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Why this: Also Competitive and 4 Player Local, like Rivals of Aether.
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Killer Instinct
Why this: Also Fighting and Competitive, like Rivals of Aether.
HYPERFIGHT
Why this: Also Fighting and 2D Fighter, like Rivals of Aether.
Plays great on Steam Deck
Valve-Verified or Playable picks from the similar pool — ready to go on Deck out of the box.
Rivals of Aether II
Why this: Also Fighting and 2D Fighter, like Rivals of Aether.
Lethal League Blaze
Why this: Also Fighting and Competitive, like Rivals of Aether.
About Rivals of Aether
The closest matches to Rivals of Aether: Rivals of Aether II, TowerFall Ascension, Brawlhalla, Slap City, and Fraymakers. Ranked by imho.run from Steam co-play data, shared tags and reviews.
If Rivals of Aether is your kind of game, the closest matches are Rivals of Aether II, TowerFall Ascension and Brawlhalla — picked from the ranked list below. Reviewers describe it as competitive and intense, and single out its 1v1 combat and character creation. Each pick is ranked by what players of this game also play, shared genres and tags, and review-mined similarity — not a generic popularity list.
Rivals of Aether is an indie platform fighter set in a world where four elemental civilizations wage war. Players select from a roster of fighters representing Fire, Water, Air, and Earth, each with customizable attributes, and battle across carefully designed stages using tight, responsive controls that prioritize precise movement and positioning. The game supports both local and online multiplayer for up to four participants, and features an extensive workshop system where the community creates new characters, stages, and modes. Reviewers highlight the competitive depth and intensity of the gameplay, while players describe the controls as feeling as responsive as Melee and praise the creative workshop content. With 97% positive reviews from nearly 27,500 Steam players, the $29.99 title offers substantial content and replayability for those seeking a challenging fighting experience.
About Rivals of Aether: RIVALS OF AETHER is an indie fighting game where warring civilizations summon the power of Fire, Water, Air, and Earth. Play with up to four players either locally or online.
Is Rivals of Aether worth buying?
Players recommend it
A summary of what players say, not a promise you'll like it. Every signal is listed below.
- 97% of 27,490 Steam reviews are positive.
- Last 30 days: 95% positive across 152 new reviews, in line with its all-time score.
- Price: $29.99 (checked Nov 10).
- People who recommend it had played a median of 20 h when they wrote their review.
- Steam Deck Verified.
What fans praise · Themes mined from positive reviews
- Feels as good as melee
- Have tight controls
- Is the best platform fighting game
- Workshop content is creative
People who play it also play: Rivals of Aether II, TowerFall Ascension, Brawlhalla
Frequently asked about Rivals of Aether
Can I run it?
Is Rivals of Aether verified for Steam Deck?
Yes — Rivals of Aether is Steam Deck Verified, meaning Valve has confirmed it runs well on the Deck with full controller, text legibility, and default configuration support.
How much does Rivals of Aether cost?
Rivals of Aether is listed on Steam at 29.99 USD (current store price; Steam sales may reduce this temporarily).
Does Rivals of Aether have multiplayer or co-op?
Yes — Rivals of Aether supports multi-player play according to its Steam store listing (Multi-player, Online PvP, Shared/Split Screen PvP).
What games are most similar to Rivals of Aether?
Based on Steam play patterns and shared genres/tags, the games most often recommended alongside Rivals of Aether are Rivals of Aether II, TowerFall Ascension, Brawlhalla.
Who developed Rivals of Aether?
Rivals of Aether was developed by Aether Studios.