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The only fighting game I've ever been excited for is now getting a PC playtest before launch
Arc System Works announced an open beta for Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls will be available on PC and PlayStation 5 from July 24-26. The beta will feature new stages, modes, and the addition of Blade to the roster. The full game is set to launch on August 6, 2026, with a roster of 20 heroes across five teams.
From North Star to South Town – Kenshiro Is Coming to FATAL FURY: City of the Wolves!
Kenshiro from Fist of the North Star: HOKUTO NO KEN is now available as the final Season Pass 2 DLC character for Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves. The Legend Edition, which includes the base game and both Season Passes, is also available. Kenshiro brings a technical and powerful fighting style to the game, featuring unique moves and mechanics.
Marvel Tōkon roster adds Deadpool, Loki, and Blade
Marvel Tōkon has added Deadpool, Loki, and Blade to its playable roster, as announced by PlayStation and Arc System Works during EVO 2026. A new gameplay trailer showcased these characters and the upcoming open beta for PlayStation 5 and PC, scheduled from July 24th to July 26th. The game will also feature a new stage, Asgard, and plans for post-launch DLC characters.
Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game Spirit Wilds stage revealed
Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game pre-orders are now available on the PlayStation Store for PlayStation 5, including exclusive bonuses like gold color variants and the Samurai Appa support character skin. The article also reveals a new stage called Spirit Wilds and announces access to a Closed Beta for players who pre-order.
Razer reveals limited edition Street Fighter 6 Kitsune featuring Ryu, available for pre-order
Razer has announced a limited-edition Kitsune leverless fight stick featuring Ryu from Street Fighter 6. The Kitsune Ryu Edition, priced at $319.99, is available for pre-order on Razer's official channels with shipping expected around July 10th. This release coincides with EVO 2026, a major fighting game community event.
Play Highly Anticipated PS5 Exclusive Action Game for Free Soon
Arc 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.
Virtua Fighter Crossroads new trailer shows the villain of the piece – haven’t we seen him before?
A new trailer for Virtua Fighter Crossroads, releasing in 2027 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC, showcases its story mode and introduces the antagonist, the Bakunawa Killer. The trailer hints at the villain's identity being Pai's father, Lau, despite his de-aged appearance, raising questions about the narrative's central mystery. Developed by RGG Studios, the game appears to incorporate elements from their Yakuza series experience.
Tekken 8 is adding Bob to its roster and players seem pretty hyped, despite the fighting game's mounting struggles
Tekken 8 is set to add the character Bob to its roster on August 19th, a move that has generated excitement among players despite recent criticisms of the game's seasonal updates and staff departures. The trailer showcasing Bob's new moves and his ability to withstand powerful attacks has been well-received, offering a potential boost to the fighting game's community engagement.
This week in PC games: a new King's Field-like RPG, an American Revolutionary War sim, and a dreaming megacity full of cool architecture
This week's PC game releases include a King's Field-like RPG called Forgotten Blood, an American Revolutionary War simulation, and Lullabies Made of Static, an exploration game set in a megacity. Other notable titles are the puzzler The Message from Deep Space, the fighting game Ninja Masters, and the bullet heaven game Mycofall.
Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls recruits Blade, Deadpool, and Loki for surprising new team, locks open beta for PS5 and PC
Marvel 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.
Virtua Fighter Crossroads gets a new trailer for the mysterious Bakunawa Killer - but who are they? Speculation begins
A new trailer for Virtua Fighter Crossroads revealed the mysterious Bakunawa Killer, sparking fan speculation about their identity. While the trailer shows Pai Chan reacting with disbelief, popular theories suggest the character could be Lau Chan or Lei-Fei, though both have potential inconsistencies with their established lore and age. The game is set to release next year.
Virtua Fighter Crossroads Reveals Bakunawa Killer at Evo 2026 — Too Much Gaming | Video Games Reviews, News, & Guides
Sega revealed a new trailer for Virtua Fighter Crossroads at Evo 2026, introducing the Bakunawa Killer as a new playable character and a key figure in the game's story mode. The game, developed with RGG Studio's storytelling expertise while retaining classic fighting game elements, is set for a 2027 release.
The original version of Dead or Alive 6 was delisted in favor of a rerelease that's currently at 70% negative reviews on Steam: 'Tecmo just sees this as the coomer franchise'
Koei Tecmo has delisted the original Dead or Alive 6 in favor of Dead or Alive 6: Last Round, a rerelease that has garnered significant negative reviews on Steam. Players are criticizing the expensive DLC, lack of significant visual upgrades, and the continued focus on fan service over core fighting game mechanics. The rerelease also notably omits previously purchased crossover SNK characters and lacks rollback netcode and crossplay.
Blade, Loki, Deadpool announced for MARVEL Tōkon: Fighting Souls
MARVEL 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.
AVATAR LEGENDS: The Fighting Game Next Month; Preorder Beta This Week
Gameplay Group International, Paramount Games Studio, and Avatar Studios have announced that Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game will be released on July 23rd for PC and consoles. A preorder beta will be available this week.
Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising gets a Nintendo Switch 2 version in September
Arc System Works announced that Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising will receive a version for the Nintendo Switch 2 in September. The update will coincide with the release of new DLC character Id and Version 2.60.
Hiding God’s Word in our Hearts: The Secret “Combos” to Success
The article discusses the rise of fighting games in the early PlayStation 1 era, highlighting Soul Blade and the Tekken series as examples. It suggests that understanding secret "combos" is key to success in these games.
Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game Pre-Order Details
PM Studios and Gameplay Group have announced pre-order details for Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game, set to release on July 23, 2026. Pre-orders, open from July 2-5, grant access to a closed beta and exclusive in-game content. The game will be available for $29.99, with a Deluxe version priced at $49.99, and will launch on Xbox, PC, and PlayStation.
Robo-Ky has been revealed as the next character for Guilty Gear Strive
Arc System Works revealed Robo-Ky as the next playable character for Guilty Gear Strive's Season Pass 5 at Evo 2026. Robo-Ky, featuring a full body arsenal and tech-based abilities, will be available on July 2nd. This marks the second character for the season pass, following Jam Kuradoberi.
Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game pre-orders are live
Pre-orders are now live for Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game, with a closed beta running from July 2nd to July 5th for those who pre-order. The game will launch on July 23rd for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch, featuring full cross-play. A deluxe edition includes an art book, soundtrack, and the Year 1 Pass with several characters, with a fifth character to be decided by a community vote among pre-order customers.
