Link Steam
indiegame.fan
Them's Fightin' Herds header art

Them's Fightin' Herds

Them’s Fightin’ Herds is a 2D fighting game featuring a cast of adorable animals designed by acclaimed cartoon producer Lauren Faust. Beneath the cute and cuddly surface, a serious fighter awaits!

Steam Page
Developer
Mane6, Inc.
Publisher
Gameplay Group International
Release
April 30, 2020
6 years and 95 days ago
Steam Reviews
Very Positive4,500 reviews81.4%

Does this feel indie?

Vote based on whether this game feels indie to you. You can change your vote at any time. Results earn an IGF score after 10 accepted votes.
No votes yet
Vote on More Games
Game contextLatest: IGF Team
ContextThe evidence factors used to assess whether this game belongs on IndieGame.Fan.Status
Notes
Latest Contributor: IGF TeamEdit notes
Updated: Jul 10, 2026Developer scaleThe operating scale of the game's developer.
Maximum Games acquired developer Mane6.
Updated: Jul 10, 2026Publisher scaleThe operating scale of the game's publisher.
Search Google: Is Them's Fightin' Herds self-published or published by Gameplay Group International?Publisher statusHow the game's publishing relationship is classified.
Updated: Jul 10, 2026FundingThe known source of funding behind the game.
Search Google: Who controls the creative direction and IP for Them's Fightin' Herds and Mane6, Inc.?Creative controlWho appears to retain creative control of the game.
Updated: Jul 10, 2026Release statusWhether and how the game has been released.

Media

25 items

About the Game

Them’s Fightin’ Herds is a 2D fighting game featuring a cast of adorable animals designed by acclaimed cartoon producer Lauren Faust. Beneath the cute and cuddly surface, a serious fighter awaits!

Key Features

  • Streamlined Combat - 4-button fighting mechanics, magic system, enhanced super attack, and juggle decay to prevent infinite combos.
  • Story Mode - An episodic adventure filled with exploration, combat challenges, minigames, and boss fights! Chapter 1 (starring Arizona) is available now. Additional chapters are in development and will be released as free updates.
  • Local Versus and Online Crossplay Matchmaking - Fight opponents offline or battle across the globe with GGPO’s powerful rollback netcode.
  • Tutorial and Training Modes – Learn the ropes with combo trials and guided tutorials, practice combos in the data-rich training room, and view replays from your matches!
  • Pixel Lobby - Unlock accessories, customize your avatar, and explore a top-down visual lobby with other players online.
  • Dynamic Music System - Rockin' battle music adapts to the characters to make every match feel like a clash of champions.
Indie Game Fan