Marvel's Tokon: Fighting Souls
News, coverage and analysis tracking Marvel's Tokon: Fighting Souls across the outlets.
MARVEL Tokon: Fighting Souls – Official Storm Character Gameplay GuideThis gameplay guide for MARVEL Tokon: Fighting Souls details how to effectively use Storm's wind, lightning, and aerial abilities to control the fight from mid-to-long range. It explains her Tempest mechanic and encourages players to unleash the elements. MARVEL Tokon: Fighting Souls is set to release on PlayStation 5 and PC on August 6th, 2026.
Evening Reading - July 7, 2026This edition of Evening Reading covers various gaming news, including IO Interactive regaining ownership of Project Fantasy and announcing layoffs, PlayStation facing complaints about its disc controversy, and updates on Marvel Rivals and Guilty Gear Strive. The article also highlights indie game Cosmodrill and discusses the broader gaming industry landscape.- Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls devs want to show that 4v4 battle is easier than it looksDevelopers from Arc System Works and Marvel Games discussed their approach to making the 4v4 tag fighting mechanics in Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls more accessible. The team aims to simplify the perceived complexity of the genre for a wider audience.
Evening Reading - July 6, 2026The video game industry is facing significant challenges, with Microsoft confirming mass layoffs that will lead to Double Fine Productions and Compulsion Games becoming independent. Xbox has appointed Helen Chiang, head of Mojang Studios, as its first Chief Operating Officer. Additionally, Nintendo plans to discontinue original Switch consoles in Europe in 2027, while Microsoft is being sued in Wisconsin over data center practices.- MARVEL Tokon: Fighting Souls – Official Doctor Doom Character Gameplay GuideMARVEL Tokon: Fighting Souls will feature Doctor Doom as a playable character, with a guide detailing his Nullify Shield ability and combat strategies. This 4v4 tag team fighter is set to release on PlayStation 5 and PC on August 6th, 2026.
Marvel Tokon on PC blocked from countries without PSN – even the pope can’t playMarvel Tokon: Fighting Souls will be unavailable in 132 countries on PC due to its reliance on PlayStation Network, which is not supported in those regions. This situation mirrors the earlier controversy surrounding Helldivers 2. The article also touches on Sony's recent decisions regarding physical disc production, the closure of PS3 and PS Vita stores, and the use of AI in game development.
Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls is suffering similar PSN region locking woes to Helldivers 2, with 132 countries barred according to Steam's backendMarvel Tokon: Fighting Souls is reportedly facing similar region-locking issues to Helldivers 2, with its Steam backend indicating it cannot be activated or purchased in 132 countries. This has led to speculation that Sony is reintroducing mandatory PSN account linking for PC games, which was previously a point of contention for Helldivers 2 players.- Marvel Tokon Blocked in 132 Countries, and It Looks Like PSN Requirements Are to BlameMarvel Tokon: Fighting Souls has been blocked in 132 countries, with PlayStation Network requirements appearing to be the cause for its unavailability on PC. This situation highlights ongoing issues with Sony's online service mandates affecting game accessibility.
Evening Reading - July 2, 2026This edition of Shacknews Evening Reading covers various game reviews and updates, including Rhythm Heaven Groove and Doom: The Dark Ages. It also highlights industry news such as PlayStation ending physical disc production in January 2028, Godot banning generative AI code, and Krafton paying bonuses while CEO Ted Gill resigns. The article also features internet curiosities and memes.
Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls Voice ActorsThis article lists the English and Japanese voice actors for the characters in Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls. It highlights the importance of voice acting in bringing superhero characters to life in media like animated shows and video games.
PlayStation CEO promises to "revitalise the market" with more live service gamesPlayStation CEO Hideaki Nishino stated in an interview that the company intends to invest more in live service games to "revitalize the market." This comes despite recent underperformances and layoffs in the live service genre, including at Bungie. PlayStation has had mixed success with live service titles, with hits like Helldivers 2 and notable failures like Concord.
Marvel Tokon Fighting Souls All Factions ExplainedMarvel Tokon: Fighting Souls will launch on August 6 with 20 characters divided into five distinct factions. Each faction consists of four characters, and the faction system impacts gameplay through assist calls and contributes to the game's lore. The article details the character alignments within each faction, including Unbreakable X-Men, Amazing Guardians, Fighting Avengers, Knights of Doom, and Samurai Outriders.- Evening Reading - June 29, 2026This edition of Shacknews Evening Reading covers various gaming news, including reviews for Star Fox and Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves, a roguelike called Poly Fighter, and an investigation into Super Micro and NVIDIA. It also notes the resignation of Supermassive Games CEO Robert Henrysson and announces the Tekken World Tour Finals for EVO Singapore 2027.
Marvel Tokon Fighting Souls Open Beta DetailsMarvel Tokon Fighting Souls will launch on August 6 for PlayStation 5 and PC. An open beta featuring Blade, new stages, and modes will be available for PS5 and PC players from July 24 to July 26 PT. The fighting game will feature a roster of 20 playable Marvel characters at launch.
Play Highly Anticipated PS5 Exclusive Action Game for Free SoonArc System Works and Sony Interactive Entertainment have announced a global open beta for the PlayStation 5 and PC exclusive fighting game Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls. The beta will run from July 24-26 and feature Blade as a playable character. The game is set to launch on August 6, 2026, with a full roster of Marvel characters revealed.
Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls recruits Blade, Deadpool, and Loki for surprising new team, locks open beta for PS5 and PCMarvel Tokon: Fighting Souls will feature Blade, Deadpool, and Loki as part of its final roster, revealed at Evo 2026. The game, developed by Arc System Works and published by Marvel Games and PlayStation, will launch on PlayStation 5 and PC. An open beta for the fighting game has also been confirmed for PlayStation 5 and PC players.
Blade, Loki, Deadpool announced for MARVEL Tōkon: Fighting SoulsMARVEL Tōkon: Fighting Souls producer Takeshi Yamanaka announced that Blade, Loki, and Deadpool will join Ghost Rider as the "Samurai Outriders" team. The fighting game will also feature a new stage, Asgard, and an upcoming Open Beta on PlayStation 5 and PC from July 24-26. Character deep-dive trailers will be released leading up to launch.
Arc World Tour's 2026-27 titles include Marvel Tokon: Fighting SoulsArc System Works has announced the titles for its 2026-27 Arc World Tour esports season, which will include Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls, Guilty Gear Strive, Under Night In-Birth 2, and BlazBlue: Central Fiction. Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls will be available on PC and PlayStation 5 starting August 6. The announcement was made in anticipation of EVO 2026, where new character DLC for BlazBlue: Central Fiction is also expected.
PS5 Maker Admits First-Party Single Player Games Are Its 'Core Strength'Sony acknowledges that first-party single-player games are its core strength, aiming for consistent annual releases while continuing to build its portfolio of live service games. The company plans to balance major single-player blockbusters with multiplayer titles, citing upcoming games like God of War Laufey and Marvel's Wolverine as examples of its commitment to this strategy.
PS5's Marvel Fighter Begins New Video Series, Starting with CapArc System Works has launched a new video series showcasing the combat capabilities of each character in Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls, with the first episode focusing on Captain America. The game is set to release on August 6th for PlayStation 5 and PC. The article also mentions the upcoming Evo tournament as a likely venue for revealing the game's final three fighters.