Divekick
Released Aug 2013
Divekick is the world’s first two-button fighting game. It distills the essence of the fighting game genre into just two buttons with no d-pad directional movement. Includes two extra playable characters: Fencer from Nidhogg and Johnny Gat from Saints Row!
90% positive · 1,832 reviews
Done
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Done
All announced content has been released
High confidence
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Steam $4.99
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Evaluation
Divekick launched on August 20, 2013 as a complete two-button fighting game. Following launch, Iron Galaxy released two major free content updates: the "Addition Edition" on April 4, 2014 (adding menu improvements and balance changes), and "Addition Edition +" on October 15, 2014 (adding Johnny Gat as a playable character and the Da Beech stage). No further major content has been released since October 2014. The most recent developer communication was a maintenance patch on May 6, 2024, which fixed online invite functionality, input issues, a crash bug, and a PC rendering problem — none of this constitutes new gameplay content. The store description does not reference any planned expansions, DLC, or ongoing content. There are no unreleased DLC listings. The game's content has been stable for over a decade, and the May 2024 patch was purely a technical maintenance update to keep the existing game functional. All content appears to have been complete as of the October 15, 2014 update.
Evidence
Free 'Addition Edition +' update released, adding Johnny Gat as a playable character and the Da Beech stage. Last major content addition to the game.
Free 'Addition Edition' update released with menu improvements, new tips, and various bug fixes.
Media
Details
Developer
Publisher
Iron Galaxy Studios
Achievements
14
Platform
Windows
Controller
full support
Steam Deck
Verified
Players
Single-player · Multiplayer
About this game
Divekick is the world’s first two-button fighting game. It distills the essence of the fighting game genre into just two buttons with no d-pad directional movement. Divekick’s focused gameplay demonstrates how much depth a single move actually has, and introduces (or reinforces) skills fundamental to the genre: mind games, spacing, timing, and quick reactions.
At Iron Galaxy we love fighting games. To the average fan, most of what makes them fun is hidden behind a never-ending series of input combinations that they have to memorize. That’s why Divekick has just two buttons: Dive (into the air) makes your character jump straight up. Kick causes your character to fly foot first at a downward angle. If you press Kick on the ground, you can jump away from your opponent. Utilizing these moves, the first hit will win the round, and the player that wins five rounds first wins the game. It’s pure adrenaline, awareness, and outsmarting your enemy. It’s a fighting game deconstructed into its purest form.
Key Features
Coverage
IndieCade 2013
Divekick has been selected for the IndieCade 2013 Festival which takes place from 10/3 - 10/6 in Los Angeles!
At Iron Galaxy we love fighting games. To the average fan, most of what makes them fun is hidden behind a never-ending series of input combinations that they have to memorize. That’s why Divekick has just two buttons: Dive (into the air) makes your character jump straight up. Kick causes your character to fly foot first at a downward angle. If you press Kick on the ground, you can jump away from your opponent. Utilizing these moves, the first hit will win the round, and the player that wins five rounds first wins the game. It’s pure adrenaline, awareness, and outsmarting your enemy. It’s a fighting game deconstructed into its purest form.
Key Features
- 14+ Completely unique and original characters, each with their own fighting style and special techniques.
- Includes two extra playable characters: Fencer from Nidhogg and Johnny Gat from Saints Row!
- A story for every character in the game, including an intro, ending, and rival battles. You will be moved to tears!
- Ranked and non-ranked GGPO-powered online multiplayer, the most trusted netcode in fighting games. Includes ranking boards for each character, as well as overall.
- Single player plus Local VS multiplayer for two players, with quick and easy button reconfiguration to accommodate a room full of unique personalities.
- Full Steamworks integration, including Big Picture Mode.
Coverage
- "How a two-button fighter became the toast of PAX East" Penny Arcade
- "Divekick is living the dream of diving and kicking. Yes, it is real." Kill Screen
- "Divekick: The best (and only) two-button fighter." Shack News
- "Divekick is the Smartest, Most Absurd Two-Button Fighting Game I've Ever Played" Kotaku
- "Divekick and Sportsfriends turns friends and strangers into rivals." Venture Beat
IndieCade 2013
Divekick has been selected for the IndieCade 2013 Festival which takes place from 10/3 - 10/6 in Los Angeles!
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Last evaluated Jun 28, 2026
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