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2019 PCPlayStationXbox free 👍 75 % Mostly positive, 9,315 reviews on Steam

A fast 3D fighter built around counters, timing and flowing combos. Dynamic multi-tiered arenas and its hold system make for accessible duels with real tactical depth.

What defines Dead or Alive 6:

  • Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)
  • Lavish presentation
  • Co-op or multiplayer
  • Action-packed real-time combat

The closest matches for Dead or Alive 6 are Street Fighter IV, Killer Instinct and Garou: Mark of the Wolves. Each of these 10 games shares something of what makes Dead or Alive 6 special – the reasons are listed right on each game.

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Street Fighter IV

95 %

2008 PCPlayStationXbox 👍 67 % Mixed, 527 reviews on Steam

  • Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)
  • Lavish presentation
  • Co-op or multiplayer

Street Fighter IV revives the classic Street Fighter II style of play in a 3D, comic-inspired look. Precise inputs, timing and head-to-head duels against other players are the heart of the game.

Killer Instinct

Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)

A fast, flashy fighting game with fluid animation, a reactive soundtrack and a combo system built around chaining attacks and breaking opponents' strings with Combo Breakers. Online competition is the main draw.

Garou: Mark of the Wolves

Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)

A celebrated SNK 2D fighter built around precise timing, Just Defend parries and a choice of fighting styles. It shines in head-to-head duels against a friend, with striking sprite art and fast, tight combat.

Capcom vs. SNK 2: Mark of the Millennium 2001

Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)

A crossover fighter where Capcom and SNK icons clash in three-character teams, with selectable fighting styles called Grooves. Precise timing, parries and deep combos make it shine, especially in head-to-head play with friends.

Street Fighter X Tekken

Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)

A 2-on-2 tag-team fighter that pits the casts of Street Fighter and Tekken against each other. Fast combos, partner switches and gem boosts add tactical depth, especially in versus play.

Street Fighter V

Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)

A uncompromising one-on-one fighter built around precise timing, spacing and mastering its iconic roster. Its appeal lies mainly in online ranked play and local or online duels against friends.

Windjammers 2

Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)

A fast arcade sports game where two players duel by throwing a flying disc to score goals. Hand-drawn animation, power moves and lightning reflexes make every match an intense head-to-head contest.

The King of Fighters XIV

Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)

A 2D-style fighting game rendered in 3D, built around the series' classic 3-on-3 team battles. A large roster of veterans and newcomers supports fast, technical duels.

Rivals of Aether II

Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)

A fast platform fighter where elemental combatants battle for knockouts on floating stages. Precise movement and timing are central, especially in head-to-head play against other people.

Real Bout Fatal Fury

Challenging difficulty

A classic SNK 2D fighter that builds on Fatal Fury with a plane-switching system between foreground and background lanes. Precise inputs and duels against friends or the CPU are the core of the experience.

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