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Arc System Works Reports Net Profit of ¥115 Million in Latest Fiscal Year
Arc System Works has reported a net profit of ¥115 million for the fiscal year ending May 2026, a significant turnaround from the previous year's losses. The company attributes this recovery to the release of several games, including Double Dragon Revive and Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls, and plans to develop a new cel-shaded fighting game. The studio is also addressing post-launch issues for Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls, particularly concerning its PC version.
Review – Marvel Tōken: Fighting Souls (PS5)
Marvel Tōken: Fighting Souls is a 4v4 team-based fighting game developed by Arc System Works for the PlayStation 5. It features a unique team composition mechanic where players build a team of four characters, with strategic assist roles and a shared health bar. The game includes standard modes like arcade and story, alongside a unique 'Arena' mode. While the story mode is thin, it's entertainingly told, and the roster is a mix of classic and lesser-known Marvel characters with an anime-inspired redesign. Deadpool is highlighted as a standout character due to his meta, fourth-wall-breaking abilities.
Why You Can’t Stop Playing Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls
Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls, developed by Arc System Works in collaboration with Marvel Games, offers a unique 4v4 anime-style fighting experience that balances accessibility with high-skill gameplay. Despite a less-than-ideal PC port, the game's responsive controls, gorgeous presentation, and intricate combo mechanics, including Link Combos and the Assemble system, keep players engaged. The article explores how the game's depth, character-specific mechanics, and challenging neutral game contribute to its addictive nature, even for players who are not fighting game veterans.
Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls Sold 485,000 Units in First Week, 74 Percent of Sales on PS5 – Rumor
Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls reportedly sold 485,000 units across PlayStation 5 and PC in its first week, generating $33 million in revenue. The PlayStation 5 accounted for 74% of sales, with the PC version facing criticism for performance issues. Despite a rocky launch, the developer plans long-term support including new characters like Phoenix Cyclops.
CEO 2026: Schedule, brackets, games & where to watch
The CEO 2026 fighting game tournament will take place from August 14-16, 2026, in Orlando, Florida. The event will feature competitions for numerous fighting games including Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls, Street Fighter 6, Tekken 8, and Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. Schedules and brackets are available on Start.gg and various Twitch channels.
Game of the Week – Marvel Tokon is a heroic fighter that's easy to get into, and villainous to master
Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls is a 4v4 tag-fighter developed by Arc System Works that serves as a love letter to Marvel comics, offering an accessible yet deep fighting system. Available on PC and PlayStation 5, the game features stunning visuals, a fun story mode, and robust training options, making it an excellent entry point for newcomers and a fresh experience for genre veterans.
Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls looks to have sold almost half a million copies in a week
Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls has reportedly sold nearly 500,000 copies across PlayStation 5 and PC within its first week. PlayStation 5 accounted for 74% of sales, with North America making up 75% of the player base. Despite initial performance issues on PC, the game's sales pace is comparable to Dragon Ball FighterZ, which went on to sell over 10 million copies.
Marvel Tokon Nears 500K Sales In Its First Week Despite Fighting Games’ Niche Appeal
Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls has achieved nearly 500,000 sales in its first week across PC and PlayStation 5, with the PS5 accounting for 74% of units sold. Despite initial technical issues on PC, the game has generated an estimated $33 million in revenue. The sales data suggests a strong overlap with fans of other fighting games like Street Fighter 6 and Mortal Kombat 1, as well as Marvel properties.
Launch day performance issues and forced logins take another victim: Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls sees mixed Steam…
Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls, developed by Arc System Works, is experiencing significant performance issues and forced PSN logins on PC, leading to a 'Mixed' user rating on Steam. Players report low frame rates and poor online play, with some noting high CPU utilization and issues with the anti-cheat system on Linux. Despite these technical problems, the game's core gameplay is praised, and initial player counts are comparable to its open beta.
How many fun little references has Arc System Works snuck into Deadpool's move list in Marvel Tokon? Too many to count, it seems
Marvel Tokon features Deadpool's move list packed with numerous references and easter eggs from nearly 30 years of fighting game history. These callbacks span titles like Street Fighter, Marvel vs Capcom 3, Guilty Gear Strive, and more, with even his win animation referencing Street Fighter 2.
Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls’ Biggest Secrets Are Already Online
Physical copies of Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls have been released early, leading to spoilers appearing online for game secrets, trophies, and story details. Developer Arc System Works, known for Guilty Gear and Dragon Ball FighterZ, is working on the title penned by comic writer Kieron Gillen. The game officially launches on August 6 for PC and PlayStation 5.
Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls Could Be Much Bigger Than Anyone Expected
Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls, developed by Arc System Works, is poised to be a significant entry in the fighting game genre with its intuitive mechanics, striking visuals, and innovative 4v4 tag-team system. The game aims to balance accessibility for newcomers with the mechanical depth required by competitive players, featuring a simplified control scheme alongside intricate mechanics like team orders and resource management. While potential concerns exist regarding the launch roster size and monetization, the game's ambitious design and Sony Interactive Entertainment's backing suggest it could set a new benchmark for tag-team fighters.
Weekend PC Download Deals for July 24: Steam Train Fest
This weekend's PC gaming deals include the Steam Train Fest featuring train-themed games, alongside significant discounts on titles like Resident Evil Requiem, Hades 2, and Red Dead Redemption 2 across various digital storefronts. Several games are also available for free weekends or trials, including Killing Floor 3 and Metal Gear Solid.
Monster, svamp och billig vodka: Det är spelhelg
Several editors at FZ.se are sharing their gaming plans for the weekend, covering a variety of genres and titles. Plans include monster catching and production optimization in Palworld, loot hunting in Splatoon Raiders, and revisiting classics like Super Mario Sunshine and S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2. Other anticipated games include Kingdom Come: Deliverance II, the Grim Dawn expansion, and finishing Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty.
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.
Weekend PC Download Deals for July 17: Epic Games Summer Sale
The Epic Games Store is hosting its annual Summer Sale, featuring discounts on titles like Death Stranding 2: On The Beach and Resident Evil Requiem. Other storefronts like Steam, Humble Store, and Ubisoft are also offering various deals on PC games, including new releases and popular titles. Additionally, Amazon Luna is providing free games for subscribers.
Weekend PC Download Deals for July 3: Steam Summer Sale continues
The Steam Summer Sale and other PC gaming storefronts are offering numerous deals on a wide variety of titles. This includes discounts on major releases, indie games, and bundles across platforms like Steam, Epic Games Store, GOG, and Humble Bundle. Several retailers are participating, with prices and availability varying.
Bandai Namco hosting big Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch sale with lowest prices ever for Tales of Berseria and Xillia Remastered, Once Upon a Katamari, more
Bandai Namco Entertainment is hosting a significant sale on the Nintendo eShop for both Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2, featuring record-low prices on titles like Tales of Berseria, Tales of Xillia Remastered, and Once Upon a Katamari. The sale includes numerous other games and runs until June 22, 2026.
Free Play Days – Predator: Hunting Grounds, Railway Empire 2, Dragon Ball FighterZ and NBA Bounce
Xbox is offering four games for free play this weekend: Predator: Hunting Grounds, Railway Empire 2, Dragon Ball FighterZ, and NBA Bounce. Railway Empire 2 and NBA Bounce are available for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, Premium, and Essential members from April 30 to May 3. Predator: Hunting Grounds is available from April 28 to May 4, while Dragon Ball FighterZ is free for all Xbox members from April 30 to May 3.
Invincible VS Review | Giant Bomb
Invincible VS offers a fun and deep 3v3 tag-team fighting system reminiscent of Marvel vs. Capcom and Killer Instinct, with smart mechanics that encourage team usage and defensive options. However, its single-player content, including a short story mode and a basic arcade mode, is disappointingly thin, making it feel geared primarily towards competitive players despite its $50 price point.
