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Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls to add Jane Foster's Thor, Venom and Jubilee - following Phoenix Cyclops - in its Year One DLC pass
Arc System Works has revealed the full roster for Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls' Year One DLC pass, featuring Jane Foster's Thor, Venom, and Jubilee. These characters will join Phoenix Cyclops, who was previously announced. The DLC characters are scheduled for release throughout Summer 2027.
Phoenix Cyclops Leads Marvel Tōkon’s First-Year Support Plan
Arc System Works has revealed the Year One DLC roadmap for Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls, with Phoenix Cyclops launching on November 2. The plan includes Thor (Jane Foster), Venom, and Jubilee releasing in seasonal windows through summer 2027. The characters and a new Klyntar stage will be available individually or as part of the Year One Characters & Stage Pass.
Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls Confirms Thor (Jane Foster), Venom and Jubilee as Year 1 DLC
Arc System Works has confirmed the remaining Year 1 DLC characters for Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls, including Jane Foster as Thor, Venom, and Jubilee. Phoenix Cyclops is set to release on November 2nd, with Jane Foster following in Winter 2027, Venom in Spring 2027, and Jubilee in Summer 2027. The game is available on PlayStation 5 and PC.
Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls reveals its Year 1 DLC roster, starting with Phoenix Cyclops on 2nd November
Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls has revealed its Year 1 DLC character lineup, starting with Phoenix Cyclops on November 2nd. The roster also includes Thor (Jane Foster), Venom, and Jubilee, with Arc System Works collaborating with Marvel artist Peach Momoko for character artwork. Producer Takeshi Yamanaka explained the choice of Phoenix Cyclops for his unique visuals and fighting style, justifying his release as post-launch DLC.
NBA 2K27 tops US August charts, becomes third-best selling game of 2026 | US Monthly Charts
NBA 2K27 topped the US sales charts for August 2026, becoming the third-best-selling game of the year according to Circana data. New releases like Madden NFL 27 and Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls also performed well. Overall consumer spending on video games in the US fell 9% in August, with hardware unit sales reaching their lowest point since 2013, though PlayStation 5 hardware sales saw a 17% increase.
NBA 2K27 is Already the 3rd Best-Selling Game of 2026 in the US After 5 Days
NBA 2K27 has achieved significant sales success in the US, ranking as the third best-selling game year-to-date after only five days of availability. The game topped August's physical and digital sales charts, outselling titles like Madden NFL 27 and Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls. Elden Ring also saw a resurgence in the charts following its Tarnished Edition release on Nintendo Switch 2.
Games Inbox: Will there be an official GTA 6 and PS5 console bundle?
Readers discuss the potential for a Grand Theft Auto 6 and PlayStation 5 console bundle, with some expressing surprise at the lack of an official announcement. Other topics include the pricing of the PlayStation 5 Pro, the multiplayer modes in Teardown, the appeal of retro games like Dizzy and Alien Breed, and disappointment with the sequel to Control.
Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls Adds Phoenix Cyclops on November 2, and He Has a Dark Phoenix Form
Arc System Works has revealed Phoenix Cyclops as the first Year 1 DLC character for Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls, available November 2nd. The trailer showcases his base Optic Blasts and his powerful Dark Phoenix form, which enhances his attacks with fire after collecting Solar Shards. Despite the game's low Steam numbers, Phoenix Cyclops is presented as an exciting addition to the roster.
Big Walk made more money than Counter-Strike and Warcraft in August
New data from August reveals that Big Walk and Star Wars Zero Company achieved significant revenue on PC, outperforming established titles like Counter-Strike and World of Warcraft. Big Walk sold over a million copies in its first six days, while Star Wars Zero Company, despite a late launch, also performed strongly. Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls showed mixed results, with a decent console performance but a disappointing PC launch.
PC and console revenue charts led by new releases in August | Newzoo charts
New releases like EA Sports Madden NFL 27 and Big Walk led August's revenue charts, while established titles like Fortnite and Helldivers 2 saw significant growth in monthly active users. Collaborations and cross-media tie-ins, such as those in Fortnite and Marvel's Spider-Man 2, were key drivers for audience expansion.
The importance of being earnest: How Marvel Tōkon’s Deadpool trades ridicule for fighting game reverence
Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls successfully integrates Deadpool's meta-commentary by focusing his references on fighting game culture, a significant departure from previous, often annoying, interpretations. This approach, developed by Arc System Works, uses in-universe explanations and mechanics tied to his healing factor to create an affectionate tribute to the genre, rather than mere ridicule.
Marvel’s Wolverine Has Sold 1.9 Million Units in 3 Days, Earning $130 Million in Revenue – Rumor
Marvel's Wolverine has reportedly sold 1.9 million units and generated $130 million in revenue within its first three days of release, according to Alinea Analytics. While these figures are lower than Marvel's Spider-Man 2, they reportedly surpass other recent titles like Death Stranding 2: On the Beach. The game received a 10 out of 10 in our review, praising its combat, presentation, and storytelling.
Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls Director Explains Upcoming Adjustments for Inputs, Assists
Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls director Kazuto Sekine has apologized for the game's rough PC launch and outlined upcoming adjustments. Future updates will address input registration issues and rebalance assist and tag mechanics, which have proven more frequent than intended. The team is also looking into reducing combo downtime caused by extensive tag usage.
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.
Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls Celebrates Strong Critical Response With New Accolades Trailer
Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls has received strong critical praise for its anime-styled presentation and engaging fighting mechanics, despite some initial PC launch issues. The game is available on PlayStation 5 and PC, with anticipation building for future character additions like Phoenix Cyclops.
State of Play and State of Play Japan Announced for September 3rd
PlayStation announced two State of Play presentations for September 3rd. The first, at 6 AM PT, will feature updates from PlayStation Studios and third-party partners, including an extended look at Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth. This will be followed by State of Play Japan, focusing on titles from Japanese and Asian studios.
Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls Update 1.003 Adds Battle Reborn Outfit and Online Improvements
Arc System Works has released update 1.003 for Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls on PlayStation 5 and PC, adding Wolverine's Battle Reborn outfit and numerous online and gameplay improvements. The patch includes better matchmaking options, stability fixes for online modes, and addresses several crashes and gameplay issues.
Sony Reaffirms Return to Console-Exclusive Games With New “Only On PS5” Ad
Sony has released a new advertisement emphasizing its commitment to console-exclusive games for the PlayStation 5, featuring titles like Ghost of Yōtei, Astro Bot, and Marvel's Wolverine. While Sony continues to release multiplayer games on PC, such as Helldivers 2, the ad suggests a stronger focus on exclusive single-player experiences. This strategy mirrors recent moves by Microsoft, which is also prioritizing exclusives for Xbox Series X/S and PC, though Xbox CEO Asha Sharma notes the current business health necessitates a gradual approach to releasing more exclusive titles.
Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls Producer Apologizes to PC Players For Performance Issues at Launch
Arc System Works producer Takeshi Yamanaka has apologized to PC players of Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls for performance issues experienced at launch. While the core gameplay has been praised, the PC version suffered from significant problems, leading to two urgent patches and a "Mixed" Steam rating. The company is working to regain player trust, acknowledging the difficulty of the task, and notes that the PlayStation 5 version has performed much better.
Marvel Tōkon Fighting Souls Review
Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls combines Arc System Works' fighting game expertise with Marvel's popular characters to create a deep and chaotic brawler. The game offers a flashy spectacle that is accessible to both button-mashing newcomers and experienced players.