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Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls is blocked in 132 countries due to Sony's controversial PSN linking requirement – but its Steam page is still visible
Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls is unavailable in 132 countries due to Sony's mandatory PlayStation Network linking requirement, similar to Helldivers 2. Despite the block, the game's Steam page remains accessible and purchasable in some of these regions, causing confusion among players. The fighting game, developed by Arc System Works, is set to launch on PlayStation 5 and PC.
DEAD OR ALIVE 6 Last Round Review | TheXboxHub
Dead or Alive 6: Last Round is presented as the definitive version of the 2019 fighting game, including previously released DLC fighters and a new photo mode. However, the article notes a lack of substantial new content, leading to negative reception on Steam for players who already purchased DLC. Despite these criticisms, the core fighting mechanics, presentation, and online modes remain strong, making it an easy recommendation for fans of the original.
Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game Closed Beta is Now Live Until July 5th
The closed beta for Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game is now live and will run until July 5th for players who have pre-ordered the game. Available on Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC with crossplay support, the beta allows access to seven of the twelve launch characters and features a support character mechanic. Participants can also vote for the fifth DLC character.
Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game – 15 Things Every Fan Should Know
Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game, a 2D fighter set between The Last Airbender and The Legend of Korra, is set to release on July 23rd for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC, with Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 to follow. Developed by Gameplay Group International, the game features a unique Flow Mechanic, twelve launch characters, and supports rollback netcode with cross-play. The Standard Edition costs $29.99, while the Deluxe Edition is $49.99 and includes a Year 1 Pass.
Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls Showcases Iron Man’s Ranged Capabilities and Champion Buster Armor
Arc System Works has released a new character guide for Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls, focusing on Iron Man and his abilities, including the Champion Buster armor. The fighting game will launch on August 6th for PlayStation 5 and PC, with an open beta scheduled for July 24th to 26th.
Celebrate Evo 2026 with 11 fighting games in Humble Bundle's latest deal
Humble Bundle is offering a new deal featuring 11 fighting games from Arc System Works, including Guilty Gear - Strive and Blazblue Centralfiction, for a minimum of $20. The bundle also includes coupons for Guilty Gear - Strive season passes and runs until July 18.
Deadpool References You Probably Missed In Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls
Deadpool's recent announcement in Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls includes numerous references for fans to discover. The article delves into these fighting game-centric Easter eggs, highlighting their presence within the game.
Virtua Fighter Crossroads Producer Says the Game Was Inspired by HBO's Watchmen Series
Virtua Fighter Crossroads producer Riichiro Yamada revealed that the revival of the fighting game series was inspired by HBO's Watchmen series. Yamada discussed the surprising source of inspiration for the highly anticipated game.
Fight, Adapt, Repeat! Poly Fighter Playable at Montreal Comic Con
Independent studio HeartLoop Games announced that its debut title, Poly Fighter, will be playable at Montreal Comic Con from July 3-5. This roguelike fighting game, developed as a tribute to classic arcade fighters, allows players to steal and combine moves from opponents to create unique builds. Poly Fighter is currently in development for PC.
Games of the Future 2026 Confirms Global Lineup for Astana
The Games of the Future 2026 has confirmed its final lineup of over 800 athletes from more than 50 nations competing in Astana from July 29 to August 9. The event will feature popular titles like Dota 2, Counter-Strike 2, and PUBG: Battlegrounds, alongside unique phygital disciplines combining digital gameplay with live sports, with a total prize pool exceeding US$4 million.
Dead or Alive 6 Last Round Review – One Fight At A Time
Dead or Alive 6: Last Round offers a deep and mechanically accessible fighting game experience, particularly for enthusiasts. While the core combat system, including the Break Gauge mechanics, is praised for its tactical depth and welcoming tutorials, the online multiplayer is significantly hampered by the lack of rollback netcode and cross-platform play, leading to long wait times and laggy inputs. Despite these online issues and some characters being locked behind paywalls, the game provides a solid single-player experience with improved visuals and performance on current-generation consoles like the PlayStation 5.
Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game Has Me Excited to Get into the Lab | IGN Preview
The preview of Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game expresses excitement for the title after a 30-minute hands-on session. The author enjoyed experimenting with characters and is eager to spend more time in training mode, indicating a strong desire to master the game's mechanics.
Marvel Tokon Fighting Souls All Factions Explained
Marvel 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, 2026
This 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.
The 11 most exciting video game releases of July 2026
July 2026 is set to feature a mix of new releases and remakes across multiple platforms, including the highly anticipated Assassin's Creed 4: Black Flag Resynced and the debut of Halo on PlayStation 5. Nintendo will also release Rhythm Paradise Groove and Splatoon Raiders for the Switch 2, alongside an upgrade for Xenoblade Chronicles 2.
The Biggest New Game Releases Of July 2026
July 2026 is set to bring a diverse lineup of new game releases across multiple platforms including PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch. Notable titles include Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game, Doom: The Dark Ages – Revelations, Assassin's Creed 4: Black Flag Resynced, and the 1.0 release of Palworld. The month also features updates and remasters like Granblue Fantasy: Relink – Endless Ragnarok and Final Fantasy X/X-2 HD Remaster.
Marvel Tokon Fighting Souls Open Beta Details
Marvel 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.
NINJA MASTER'S Released
NINJA MASTER'S, a fighting game originally released in 1996 for Neo Geo, is now available on PC via Steam. This release offers an upgraded version of the classic title.
FATAL FURY: City of the Wolves Kenshiro Release
Kenshiro from Fist of the North Star has been released as the final Season Pass 2 character for SNK's fighting game, Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves, on PC. This addition marks the conclusion of the game's second season pass content.
Morning Previews
The Spirit Wilds stage for Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game has been revealed. This new stage was showcased on the PlayStation Blog, offering a glimpse into the upcoming title.