Games where players engage in close-combat duels, usually one-on-one, using combos and special moves. Focus is on timing and mastery of character abilities.
Hideki Kamiya, a pivotal figure behind iconic franchises like Bayonetta and Devil May Cry, will step down from PlatinumGames on October 12, 2023, driven by personal convictions, yet his impact will endure as he continues to shape the gaming landscape.
Prepare to face Feng, the Tai Chi specialist, in Tekken 8’s launch roster on January 26, 2024, after testing your skills against him during the closed beta from October 20-23, 2023, on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S.
Get ready to meet A.K.I., the venomous new fighter in Street Fighter 6, whose unique poison-infused techniques and snake-like abilities are set to release on September 27th.
NetherRealm Studios unveils a reimagined 1993 Mortal Kombat TV ad, “It’s in our blood,” directed by Tom Kuntz and Matthew Libatique, starring Dave Bautista, aligning with the upcoming Mortal Kombat 1 release on September 19th for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S.
Surprising fans, SNK’s Samurai Shodown, originally released in 2019 for consoles, now brings its intense weapon-based combats to mobile platforms via Netflix, offering the full roster of 27 playable characters.
Tekken 8’s release has been moved to January 26, 2024, to avoid clashing with Street Fighter 6 and Mortal Kombat 1, introducing a multiplayer hub for customization, Arcade Quest modes, and newcomer-friendly tutorials.
Get ready to witness the thrilling return of Mortal Kombat with two new formidable characters, Sindel and General Shao, joining the battle on September 14 for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series.
Get ready to immerse in the ultimate ninja experience with Naruto x Boruto Ultimate Ninja Storm Connections, launching on November 17th across multiple platforms, featuring over 130 ninjas and exclusive outfits for pre-orders.
Despite stepping back from voicing Mario, Charles Martinet will continue to represent the iconic character as a dedicated ambassador for fans and events.
Microids has thrillingly revealed a short yet captivating gameplay snippet from their forthcoming “beat’em all” adventure, Goldorak : Le Festin des Loups, just before gamescom, showcasing French voice acting and reorchestrated music by Marcin Przybyłowicz, with a release scheduled for November 17, 2023, on various platforms including PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PS4, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch.