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Tekken 8 Adds Kunimitsu on May 27th for Season 3 Pass Holders, June 1st for All Players
Tekken 8's Season 3 Character Pass will add Kunimitsu on June 1st, with early access for pass holders starting May 27th. The kunoichi utilizes ninjutsu and a ninjatō, and has a pre-existing relationship with Reina. Future additions include Bob, Roger Jr, and an unannounced fighter and stage, with rumors suggesting a collaboration character from Final Fantasy 7.
Shack Chat: Who is your Invincible VS main?
The Shacknews staff are discussing which character they plan to main in the upcoming fighting game, The Invincible. The franchise is making its debut in the fighting game genre.
Out of Nowhere, 4-Year-Old King of Fighters 15 Gets Surprise 2026 Patch
SNK has announced a surprise patch for the four-year-old fighting game, The King of Fighters 15, scheduled for July 2026. The update will include balance adjustments for all characters. This news comes as SNK prepares for the SNK World Championship 2026, which features a substantial prize pool.
Sony's ANIPLEX Announces PS5, PS4 Re-Release of Melty Blood: Type Lumina for 2027
Sony subsidiary ANIPLEX has announced Melty Blood: Twi-Lumina, an updated re-release of the 2021 fighting game Melty Blood: Type Lumina. Developed by French-Bread, the updated version will launch for PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 in 2027, featuring refined battle mechanics and new characters.
Mr. Karate Coming to Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves This May
Mr. Karate will be added to SNK's Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves in May. The game is available on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam and Epic Games Store. The article also mentions other recent game releases and announcements, including World Heroes Perfect, Far Far West, and a LEGO SEGA Genesis model.
Mortal Kombat 2 writer called up co-creator Ed Boon for advice on the "best fatalities and stages" to put in…
Mortal Kombat 2 writer Jeremy Slater sought advice from co-creator Ed Boon on incorporating iconic fatalities and stages into the film. The sequel will feature the franchise's signature tournament structure with a mix of new and returning characters. Mortal Kombat 2 is scheduled for release on May 8.
World Heroes Perfect Review – Back in Time!
World Heroes Perfect, developed by Code Mystics and published by SNK, is a retro fighting game released on PC via Steam. The game features a roster of 19 characters, special attacks, and rollback netcode, aiming to respect its past while looking to the future. This release serves as a culmination of the World Heroes series, offering polished gameplay and additional features like a gallery mode and achievements.
World Heroes Perfect Shadowdropped on Steam
World Heroes Perfect, an upgraded version of the arcade classic, has been released on PC via Steam as part of SNK's NEOGEO Premium Selection. Developed by Code Mystics and SNK, the game features 19 playable fighters, a new Hero Gauge system for enhanced moves, an improved Practice Mode, and Rollback Netcode. It is currently available with a 25% introductory discount.
DEAD OR ALIVE 6 Last Round Gets The King of Fighters XIV DLCs
Koei Tecmo and Team NINJA have released new DLC characters Mai Shiranui and Kula Diamond from The King of Fighters XIV for DEAD OR ALIVE 6: Last Round. The definitive version of DEAD OR ALIVE 6, which includes 24 original characters and five DLC characters, launches on June 25 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC. The update also features an enhanced stage with a new lighting system.
Invincible VS tier list: Best fighters to use
This guide ranks all 18 playable characters in the fighting game Invincible VS, categorizing them into S, A, B, and C tiers based on their effectiveness and ease of use. S-tier characters like Omni-Man and Invincible are considered the best due to their versatility and power, while C-tier characters are generally advised against.
Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves reveals Mr. Karate as its next character
Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves revealed Mr. Karate as its next playable character at EVO Japan 2026. The iconic fighter's inclusion was hinted at through visual cues and signature moves.
Metly Blood: Twi-Lumina announced for early 2027
Twi-Lumina, a sequel to Melty Blood: Type Lumina, was announced at EVO Japan 2026 for an early 2027 release. The fighting game will feature refined battle mechanics and introduce new characters.
Melty Blood: Twi-Lumina revealed for Nintendo Switch 2, Switch
Aniplex and French-Bread have announced Melty Blood: Twi-Lumina, a new entry in the Melty Blood fighting game series, for Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. The game is slated for an early 2027 release and will feature refined battle mechanics and new characters.
World Heroes Perfect Review - A Healthy Dose of Culture
World Heroes Perfect is a chaotic and stubborn slice of SNK's arcade legacy, blending a bizarre historical roster with fast, punishing combat. This updated release adds meaningful modern features like rollback netcode, Practice Mode, and expanded online options, giving the 1995 fighter a better chance to connect with today's audience. While its brutal AI and unforgiving pacing may push away newcomers, there is a scrappy charm in its weird characters and high-risk matches that keeps it engaging.
SNK Icon Mr. Karate Unmasked for PS5, PS4's Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves
SNK has revealed Mr. Karate as the final mystery character for Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves, launching later this month on PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4. This iconic fighter from the Art of Fighting series joins the roster as the penultimate character of the game's second Season Pass, with Kenshiro from Fist of the North Star set to follow in June.
Melty Blood: Twi-Lumina Announced For Switch 1 & 2, Out "Early 2027"
Developer French Bread and publisher Aniplex announced Melty Blood: Twi-Lumina for the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2, with a planned early 2027 release. The announcement was accompanied by a teaser trailer, with further details on refined battle mechanics and new characters promised for the future.
Fatal Fury City of the Wolves Reveals Mr Karate as Season 2 Fighter
SNK has announced that Mr. Karate will be the final mystery fighter for the second season of Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves, scheduled for release in May 2026. A new trailer showcases his distinctive appearance and fighting style, hinting at how this iconic SNK character will integrate into the game's mechanics.
World Heroes Perfect ‘NEO GEO Premium Selection’ edition now available for PC
SNK has released World Heroes Perfect for PC via Steam, featuring rollback netcode with nine-player lobbies and a Practice Mode. The updated version of the 1995 fighting game is available for $19.99, with a 25 percent launch discount until May 8.
Melty Blood TWI-LUMINA Announced for Early 2027 Release
Melty Blood: TWI-LUMINA, a new entry in the fighting game series, was announced during EVO Japan 2026 for an early 2027 release on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, and PC. This new title builds upon Melty Blood: Type Lumina with updated battle systems and new content, including the character Black Len.
Melty Blood: Twi-Lumina announced for PS5, Switch 2, PS4, Xbox One, Switch, and PC
Publisher Aniplex and developer French-Bread have announced the fighting game Melty Blood: Twi-Lumina. It is set to release on PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC.