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A classic 2D weapon-based duelling game set in feudal Japan, where a few well-timed strikes, parries and smart spacing decide the match. Its hand-drawn look and fresh roster make it a standout entry in the series.

  • Melee combat with weapons or fists
  • Competing against other players
  • Historical setting
  • Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)
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An elegant SNK 2D weapon-based fighter set in late-Edo Japan, built around parries, timing and precise special moves. Hand-drawn anime fighters and an atmospheric soundtrack make it a genre classic.

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An unconventional samurai sword-fighting classic where a single well-placed hit can be lethal. With no health bars, roomy 3D arenas and tense duels, it emphasizes realism and risk over typical fighting-game conventions.

Art of Fighting 2

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A classic SNK 2D arcade fighter where a rage gauge limits the use of special moves. Large sprites, a distinctive spirit-based system and a tough single-player mode define the experience.

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A 2D arcade fighter from SNK where you shift between a main line and a sway line to dodge attacks. Matches rely on precise timing and duels against friends or the AI.

Eternal Champions

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A 1993 Sega fighting game pitting warriors from different eras against each other. It stands out with reflectable projectiles, force fields and an unusually strong story focus for the genre.

Dead or Alive 4

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A fast 3D fighter built around a rock-paper-scissors style counter system, with 22 fighters and multi-tiered interactive arenas. It shines in head-to-head play with fluid combat and strong visuals for its console generation.

Street Fighter

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Capcom's original Street Fighter laid the groundwork for the genre with one-on-one duels against opponents from around the world, attack buttons and early command-input special moves. It is clunky and punishing, but historically important.

Lethal League Blaze

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A blisteringly fast arcade brawler where a ball speeds up with every hit and is smashed into opponents to knock them out. It rewards timing and reflexes, wrapped in a bold comic look and driving beats.

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