Golden Axe: Beast Rider

Garshasp: The Monster Slayer draws from ancient Persian mythology, putting you in the role of the legendary hero Garshasp as he hunts down the Deevs that stole his ancestral mace.

✦ Best for hack‑and‑slash fans who love persian mythology and fast combat

Golden Axe thrusts players into the fantasy realm of Yuria, where three warriors—Ax, Gilius, and Tyris—battle Death Adder’s minions using weapons, magic, and rideable beasts.

✦ Best for arcade‑style hack‑and‑slash fans craving retro co‑op

After her village is razed, dragon rider Rynn and her companion Arokh set out to uncover the source of a mysterious voice that leads them to the city of Surdana, where the three‑faced Desert Lords threaten humanity.

✦ Best for classic action‑rpg fans craving dragon flight and deep skill trees

Set in ancient Greece, this 1988 beat 'em up follows a Roman centurion revived by Zeus to rescue his daughter Athena from the demon Neff.

✦ Best for retro beat‑em‑up fans craving classic co‑op action