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Respawn Monday #9: Palworld's Endgame Grind Meets Tokon: Fighting Souls Beta — Too Much Gaming | Video Games Reviews, News, & Guides
The author discusses the endgame grind in Palworld after 80 hours, noting the satisfying progression despite repetitive dungeons and high material requirements. They also share their experience with the Marvel's Tokon: Fighting Souls open beta, finding it a fun and accessible fighting game with an auto-combo system that aids newcomers, though the story mode's pacing and writing were less impressive.
Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls dev apologises for PC "gameplay and performance issues"
Developer Arc System Works has apologized for significant gameplay and performance issues affecting the PC version of Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls during its open beta. Players have reported problems with optimization, settings, and input buffering, prompting the studio to investigate and work on fixes. The game is scheduled for release on PC and PlayStation 5 on August 6, 2026, with a controversial PlayStation Network linking requirement.
With Doomsday Approaching, Grab A Cheap Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls Steam Key With This Preorder Deal
Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls, a superhero fighting game developed by Arc System Works, is available for preorder on Fanatical for $53.99, offering a 10% discount off the Steam price. The game features a Japanese art style applied to familiar Marvel characters and a tag-team combat system.
Phoenix Cyclops has been revealed as the first Marvel Tokon Fighting Souls DLC character
Arc System Works has revealed Phoenix Cyclops as the first DLC character for Marvel Tokon Fighting Souls, based on the Cyclops variant from the Avengers vs X-Men comic run. The game will launch on August 6, 2026, for PlayStation 5 and PC, though its availability on PC is restricted in 132 countries lacking PlayStation Network support. A gameplay trailer for Phoenix Cyclops is expected closer to release.
I suck at fighting games, but Marvel Tōkon has the sauce
Despite not typically playing fighting games, the author was drawn to Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls due to its stylish graphic design and universal controls. The game features standardized combo inputs across all characters and a tag-team system, making it more accessible for newcomers. The beta has allowed the author to experience its unique approach to the genre.
Play Highly Anticipated PlayStation 5 Exclusive Action Game for Free
PlayStation 5 players can participate in a free open beta for the upcoming exclusive action game Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls. Developed by Arc System Works and published by Sony Interactive Entertainment, the beta runs through Sunday, July 26, and features 16 playable characters, including Green Goblin, and a portion of the game's story mode.
PlayStation Network down, as tens of thousands of players queue to play Marvel Tokon Fighting Souls newly-launched beta
Tens of thousands of players are experiencing issues connecting to the PlayStation Network, coinciding with the open beta launch of Marvel Tokon Fighting Souls. Outage reports spiked this morning, impacting users across multiple regions. While there is no official statement from Sony, community reports and Down Detector data confirm widespread connectivity problems.
Thwack, the Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls open beta is underway, and, pow, Phoenix Cyclops is coming as a post-launch DLC fighter
The open beta for Arc System Works' Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls is now live until July 27th, allowing players to try out 15 of the 20 launch fighters across six locations. Additionally, Phoenix Cyclops has been revealed as the first post-launch DLC character, set to arrive in autumn with a new stage, inspired by his Phoenix Five incarnation.
If PlayStation kills physical media, it should "get rid of the hardware" too, says the creator of popular RPG series Disgaea
Sohei Niikawa, the creator of the Disgaea series, expressed strong disapproval of Sony's decision to move away from physical media production. He argued that if Sony is eliminating physical games, they should also consider eliminating hardware, suggesting a television would suffice. Niikawa shared these views during an interview at Anime Expo 2026, where he was promoting his new strategy RPG, Demons' Night Fever, set for release in 2026 on PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls Beta Offset by PSN Issues, Arc System Works “Actively Investigating”
The open beta for Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls, available on PlayStation 5 and PC, is experiencing PlayStation Network login issues. Developer Arc System Works is aware of the problem and actively investigating, with potential for the beta period to be extended. The beta includes 15 playable characters, six stages, and various game modes, with the full game launching on August 6th.
Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls Openings Channels the Glory Days of Early 2000s Anime
Arc System Works has released the opening movie for Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls, animated in the style of early 2000s anime by Sanzigen. The game, featuring a story where Marvel superbeings fight each other, launches on August 6th for PlayStation 5 and PC. An open beta is currently underway until July 26th.
15 New Games of August 2026
August 2026 is set to be a significant month for game releases, featuring a diverse lineup across multiple genres. Notable titles include Game Freak's action RPG Beast of Reincarnation, Cold Symmetry's Mortal Shell 2, and Arc System Works' Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls. The month will also see the 1.0 release of REKA, the expansion Mafia: The Old Country – Man of Honor, and the launch of The Sinking City 2. Additionally, Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2, Star Wars Zero Company, Elden Ring Tarnished Edition for Nintendo Switch 2, and EA Sports Madden NFL 27 are scheduled for release.
Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls reveals Phoenix Cyclops as first DLC fighter
Arc System Works announced that Phoenix Cyclops will be the first DLC fighter for Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls, launching this fall. This version of Cyclops, originating from the Avengers vs. X-Men comic series, will utilize abilities granted by the Phoenix Force. The game is set to release on August 6, 2026, for PlayStation 5 and PC, with an open beta scheduled for July 24-26.
Marvel Tōkon beta start time and everything you'll be able to play
The open beta for Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls will be available on PC and PlayStation 5 from July 24 to July 26. Players will have access to 16 out of 20 characters, six stages, ranked and casual modes, an open lobby, and the first three chapters of the story mode. System requirements for the beta and full release have also been detailed.
Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls Outlines Blade, Black Panther and Danger in New Character Guides
Arc System Works has released new character guides for Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls, showcasing Blade, Black Panther, and Danger ahead of the open beta. The guides detail their unique skills and abilities, with Blade utilizing Heart Seeker and Muramasa, Black Panther leveraging Bast's Blessing, and Danger employing Calibrate drones for strategic setups. These characters will be playable in the open beta from July 24th to 26th.
Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls Character Guide Focuses on Wolverine and His Berserker Rage
This guide for Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls focuses on Wolverine, detailing his 'Berserker Rage' mechanics and unique abilities like 'Feral Shred' and 'Eviscerate'. The game launches on August 6th for PlayStation 5 and PC, with an open beta starting July 24th.
Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls – Everything You Need to Know
Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls, a 2.5D fighting game from Arc System Works, Marvel Games, and PlayStation, is set to launch on August 6th for PlayStation 5 and PC. The game features a 4v4 tag battle system with unique mechanics like Link Attacks, Unique Skills, Wall Breaks, and shared health bars. It will include 20 characters at launch, an Episode Mode with animated comic book panels, Arcade Mode, and online play with rollback netcode and crossplay between PS5 and PC.
Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls Beta – Start Time, Roster, And How To Get In
The open beta for Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls, a 4v4 tag-fighter from Arc System Works featuring Marvel Comics characters, will run from July 24 to July 26. Players on PlayStation 5, PC (Steam, Epic Games Store) can access the beta without a PlayStation Plus subscription, featuring 15 of the game's 20 characters, six stages, and multiple modes including online matches, practice, and a story mode preview.
Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls Open Beta - Start & end times, roster & how to sign up
Arc System Works and Marvel Games are launching an open beta for Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls on PC and PlayStation 5. The fighting game is scheduled for release in August.
Green Goblin confirmed playable for the Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls Open Beta
Green Goblin and Blade will be playable characters in the upcoming open beta for Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls, which is set to launch in August. Arc System Works, PlayStation, and Marvel Games confirmed the playable debut for Green Goblin via social media. The open beta will allow players to test online play and other modes ahead of the full release.
