Vengeance Hunters is a modern beat‘em up designed for the Neo Geo platform, blending classic gameplay with influences from titles like Devil May Cry and Bayonetta. The game offers players three distinct characters: a golem, a nimble female fighter named Candy, and a character equipped with a powerful long-range punch called Loony. Each character provides unique gameplay styles, with Candy excelling in mobility and combos, while Loony’s ranged attacks create opportunities for strategic juggling of enemies. Combat mechanics include launching enemies into the air and extending combos mid-air, along with signature moves that can be game-changers, especially on higher difficulties .

The game is built with a variety of enemies and environments, utilizing Neo Geo’s CPU constraints cleverly by capping on-screen enemies while maintaining fluid action. This game also allows for environmental interactions, such as using falling debris or explosions to deal damage to foes. The inclusion of combo extensions, air juggling, and animation canceling gives players a dynamic, responsive experience, setting it apart from more traditional beat ’em ups. Despite being built on retro hardware, the game feels modern and polished, with intricate combo systems designed to reward stylish play