Fist Puncher vs Shank 2
Side-by-side comparison of features, pricing, ratings, and alternatives.
Fist Puncher revives classic side‑scrolling beat‑em‑ups, putting you in the shoes of Dr. Karate and a quirky roster of 19 characters as they battle the tyrannical Milkman across the streets of San Cruces. With 50 levels, RPG‑lite skill points, and a brand‑new ‘They Live’ challenge mode, the game delivers fast‑paced combat, unlockable moves, and tons of hidden collectibles for solo or 2‑4 player local co‑op play.
Shank returns in this side‑scrolling beat ’em up, wielding handguns, shotguns, chainsaws, machetes and brand‑new weaponry to protect his loved ones. The game expands the original’s combat system with deeper combos, fluid animation and a gritty visual style that sets a new bar for 2D action.
- Rich roster of 19 distinct characters
- Deep RPG‑lite progression system
- Extensive content with 50 levels and many secrets
- Local co‑op for up to four players
- Deep, responsive combat system
- Huge variety of weapons and moves
- Stunning hand‑drawn art style
- Robust co‑op and multiplayer options
- Pixel art style may not appeal to all players
- Limited online multiplayer options
- Difficulty spikes in ‘They Live’ mode can be frustrating
- High difficulty spikes can frustrate newcomers
- Violent content limits younger audience
- Occasional performance hiccups on older hardware
