Fighting Games Collection
Since Street Fighter II (1991) revolutionized arcades, fighting games have thrived with precise controls, diverse characters, and competitive depth. The genre peaked with classics like Mortal Kombat (Arcade) and Super Smash Bros. (N64).
Key Evolution
- Arcade Golden Age: Fatal Fury (NeoGeo), Tekken (PlayStation)- Console Wars: Killer Instinct (SNES), Virtua Fighter (Genesis)
- Portable Era: Street Fighter Alpha 3 (GBA), Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo DS
- Modern: Cross-platform online battles (Guilty Gear
Cultural Impact
- Defined esports before it was named (EVO Championship since 1996)- Inspired movies (Mortal Kombat) and hip-hop ("Hadouken" lyrics)
- Iconic moves: Shoryuken, Fatality, Falcon Punch
Why Players Love It
From button-mashing fun to frame-perfect combos, it rewards both casual and hardcore gamers.🎮All Fighting Retro Games
From TV Animation One Piece - Grand Battle Swan Colosseum
2002
FightingA 2D fighting game featuring characters from the early One Piece saga, designed specifically for Bandai's WonderSwan handheld. Players battle in arena-style matches with special attacks based on each character's Devil Fruit abilities and unique fighting styles.
Dragon Ball GT: Final Bout
1997
FightingDragon Ball GT: Final Bout is a 3D fighting game based on the Dragon Ball GT anime series, released for PlayStation in 1997. The game features characters from across the Dragon Ball timeline, including GT-exclusive forms like Super Saiyan 4 Goku and Vegeta, with combat taking place in destructible 3D arenas.
Dragon Ball Z: Ultimate Battle 22
1995
FightingDragon Ball Z: Ultimate Battle 22 is a 1995 fighting game featuring 22 characters from the Dragon Ball Z series. Players engage in 3D-rendered 2D battles with signature moves like Kamehameha waves and Spirit Bombs across destructible arenas.
Dead or Alive
1998
FightingDead or Alive is a 1998 3D fighting game that revolutionized the genre with its fast-paced combat and interactive environments. Choose from 10 fighters including Kasumi, Ryu Hayabusa, and Tina Armstrong, each with unique martial arts styles. Features the groundbreaking 'Danger Zone' system where fighters can knock opponents through breakable walls and off multi-tiered stages.
Advanced Variable Geo
1998
FightingAn all-female fighting game spin-off of the Variable Geo series, featuring enhanced 3D graphics and new combat mechanics. Compete in the V.G. tournament across 10 interactive stages.
Bloody Roar 2: Bringer of the New Age
1999
FightingThe sequel to the revolutionary beast-fighting game featuring 12 characters with enhanced Beast transformations. Introduces new combat mechanics including Hyper Beasts and aerial combos in fully 3D arenas.
Double Dragon V: The Shadow Falls
1994
FightingA fighting game spin-off of the classic beat 'em up series, featuring the Lee brothers and other characters from the Double Dragon animated series in one-on-one battles.
Ultra Vortek
1995
FightingA post-apocalyptic fighting game exclusive to the Atari Jaguar featuring digitized characters, brutal finishing moves, and a unique power-up system during combat.
Mortal Kombat
1993
FightingMortal Kombat is a legendary fighting game known for its brutal combat and fatalities. The Sega CD version features enhanced graphics, CD-quality audio, and exclusive content. Players choose from iconic fighters like Scorpion, Sub-Zero, and Raiden to battle in Outworld tournaments.