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- #23 Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero
- #22 Tekken 8
- #21 Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising
- #20 Street Fighter 6
- #19 Blazblue Central Fiction
- #18 Melty Blood Type Lumina
- #17 UNDER NIGHT IN-BIRTH EXE:LATE[CL-R]
- #16 Guilty Gear XRD Revelator 2
- #15 DNF Duel
- #14 Capcom Fighting Collection
- #13 Granblue Fantasy: Versus
- #12 Virtua Fighter 5 Ultimate Showdown
- #11 Demon Slayer – Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Hinokami Chronicles
- #10 Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja Storm 4
- #9 Soulcalibur VI
- #8 My Hero One’s Justice 2
- #7 The King of Fighters XV
- #6 BlazBlue: Cross Tag Battle
- #5 One Piece: Pirate Warriors 4
- #4 Persona 4 Arena Ultimax
- #3 JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: All-Star Battle R
- #2 Guilty Gear Strive
- #1 Dragon Ball FighterZ
Anime has never been more popular than it is right now. As a result, many video games adapt them, mainly as fighting titles.
#23 Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero
Platforms: Meta 3
Release Date: October 21, 2024
PlayStation | Steam | Xbox
There are many, MANY video games based on anime out there. One could even argue that many of them are just “shovelware” to try and get money for developers and publishers. However, Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero is not like those titles, as the game respects and honors the anime/manga franchise and does its best to represent all aspects of the series’ history!
That includes taking you into the most important parts of various sagas and letting you see what happens if certain events go a different way. That’s right! You can alter history in the game, and you might be surprised where things end up.
#22 Tekken 8
Platform: PC PS5 XSX|S
Release Date: January 26, 2024
Steam | PlayStation | Xbox
While it’s true that Tekken 8’s story will bring many to the table, especially given how the last entry finished a key part of the tale, many of you are more interested in the game because of its fighting system. After all, it’s really good.
Bandai Namco’s latest entry into the fighting game world has plenty going for it, thanks to its hard-hitting system. While there are plenty of unique attacks, everything is about hitting your opponent as hard as possible and looking good while doing it.
With multiple modes to enjoy, you’ll find the style that fits your needs. So jump in now and enjoy!
#21 Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising
Platform: PC PS4 PS5
Release Date: December 14, 2023
Look, we know that there are plenty of fighting games out there for you to try. But sometimes, you need something “fresh” to enjoy, and Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising might be that for you!
For example, the game doesn’t just offer a deep roster and numerous gaming modes to try, but you can customize the experience to suit who you are and how you like to play. For example, you can give your fighter various skins to wear, you can design how the game looks to you, and you can even get a ‘partner’ during battles that’ll cheer for your victory or give you tips!
And if that’s not enough? There’s a free version to try out!
#20 Street Fighter 6
Platform: PC PS4 PS5 XSX|S
Release Date: June 02, 2023
Steam | PlayStation | Xbox
While the beloved fighting game series has always had a strong core gameplay loop, Street Fighter 6 aimed to take it to the next level, and most agree that it did just that!
Every character in the title’s roster feels special and has moves that could fit your playstyle if you give them a chance. See which one is best for you, then head into the online arenas and start showing your stuff! The better you do, the more ranks you’ll climb. Can you get to the top of the leaderboard?
Even if you don’t, you’ll always have a new competitor waiting to challenge you so you can learn and grow!
#19 Blazblue Central Fiction
We’re going to start with a popular series that many people don’t understand. They don’t understand it because the story is incredibly convoluted to the point of absurdity.
Blazblue Central Fiction attempts to streamline the story and give it a conclusion so things can progress. However, it should be noted that a mainline game hasn’t happened after it.
The game will again put you as Ragna The Bloodedge and other characters from the franchise’s history. In addition, you’ll partake in a storyline that’ll send you from the beginning of the series to the end. All the while having intense battles that’ll test your skills.
#18 Melty Blood Type Lumina
If you’re not familiar with this franchise, don’t worry. The games are based on a visual novel series and adapted into a fighting game format. Melty Blood Type Lumina was an attempt to revitalize the series by providing a new scenario created by the series writer.
Every character you play in the game will have a unique story to enjoy. Thus you’ll have many experiences as you play.
As for gameplay, many classic systems are intact and ready for you to use. There are also “Moon Skills” to get to help further influence the battle. So if you’re ready for a unique anime title, jump on in!
#17 UNDER NIGHT IN-BIRTH EXE:LATE[CL-R]
Here’s another franchise you might not be aware of. Oh, and that is a really long title for a fighting game. But what are you going to do?
UNDER NIGHT IN-BIRTH EXE:LATE[CL-R] is set in a world with much more going on than we realize. An organization known as “Night Blade” seeks to protect the world from the dangers of the Hollow Night. Within the Night, there are beings known as Voids and In-Births that harness a dangerous power that can harm many people.
When Princess Linne learns of a plot to use that power for nefarious means, she goes to the Hollow Night to stop it. But she has a follower who joins her, and a fun adventure begins!
#16 Guilty Gear XRD Revelator 2
Guilty Gear XRD Revelator 2 came out in 2016, and while there have been entries since then, it’s one of the standouts due to its visual style, fun combat system, and eccentric batch of characters.
You’ll primarily play Sol Badguy in an attempt to stop the world-domination plot of That Man. Yes, that’s his real name.
You’ll meet plenty of characters along the way that weave quite the tale in a post-apocalyptic world.
The graphics will surprise you as they brought in specialists to weave together a beautifully rendered 2.5D world through 3D Cell animation.
Add that to the intense yet satisfying battle system, and you got a game you can play for a while.
#15 DNF Duel
It’s not surprising to hear that RPGs can become so popular that they’ll take the beloved characters of those games and put them in a fighting title. Of course, you already know that happened a few times with Square Enix. But another example comes from DNF Duel.
The game features a 16-character roster, with each character being different from the other. You can play the campaign mode to find out what they’re like, and then test their skills in various modes. If you’re feeling a little overwhelmed, try the Practice Mode and let it help you out.
Then, head into the online modes to battle players worldwide and see how you rank amongst them.
#14 Capcom Fighting Collection
Are you looking for more than a single fighting game to play? Are you desperate for the nostalgia of yesteryear that games had? If so, get the Capcom Fighting Collection! This collection brings together ten games from Capcom’s long history for you to enjoy!
Those titles include Darkstalkers: The Night Warriors, Night Warriors: Darkstalkers’ Revenge, Vampire Savior: The Lord of Vampire, Vampire Hunter 2: Darkstalkers’ Revenge, Vampire Savior 2: The Lord of Vampire, Hyper Street Fighter II: The Anniversary Edition, Super Puzzle Fighter II Turbo, Super Gem Fighter Mini Mix, Cyberbots: Full Metal Madness and Red Earth!
So pick the title you want to play and battle your hearts out!
#13 Granblue Fantasy: Versus
Here’s another franchise that went from the realm of RPGs to the realm of fighting games. Granblue Fantasy: Versus is a collaboration between the original creators of the series and Arc System Works. The latter worked on many games that are on this list.
They don’t hold back on the quality in the collaboration, either. They blend high-quality art with top-notch sound design to make it feel like the RPGs you’re used to. There’s also an original story for the game.
With combat, you’ll find it easy to pick up and use, ensuring that you can play it no matter your skill level.
#12 Virtua Fighter 5 Ultimate Showdown
Sometimes you need to overhaul a game so that it’s fully appreciated. Virtua Fighter 5 Ultimate Showdown was a game that got such treatment. They took the original title, put HD graphics to it, added some fun twists to the gameplay, and sent it off to players!
If you want to push your skills to the limit, head online to battle other players! You can create rooms with 16 participants, and you’ll battle through them all round-robin style to see who is the best among you!
19 fighters await your summons. Pick the one that fits your playstyle and see if you can beat the competition!
#11 Demon Slayer – Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Hinokami Chronicles
One of the most popular anime currently can now say it’s got a killer fighting title!
Demon Slayer – Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Hinokami Chronicles puts you in the role of Tanjiro, his sister Nezuko, and others as they fight to rid the world of demons.
The adventure mode focuses on Tanjiro’s journey to wipe out demonkind so he can save his sister from being one forever!
Then, head into the Versus Mode and showcase your skills in 2v2 battles, where you can pair up your favorite characters from the anime for intense fights! Do you think you can be the warrior that saves the world?
#10 Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja Storm 4
The Naruto franchise is known for its incredible animation and the fight scenes involving its characters. If you want to experience that on a new playing field, get Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja Storm 4!
The title brings together the best characters from the series and lets you enact or recreate battles from the anime. With jaw-dropped effects and 3D models, you’ll feel like these battles take the game to the next level!
Plus, there are plenty of DLC packs to get if you want to prolong the experience. So prepare yourself for ninja combat and get in on the action!
#9 Soulcalibur VI
Does the fire still burn within you? Soulcalibur VI was a step forward for the franchise and a return to where it all began. The title takes you to the 16th century, where you’ll relive the events of the first entry but with new eyes to see them through.
What’s more, there are plenty of new characters to make the story feel different than before. One of those characters happens to be Geralt of Rivia!
In terms of gameplay, the title drastically improves the system to offer new abilities and combos to do. In addition, new tactics like Reversal Edge and Soul Charge will help turn the battle in your favor if you use them correctly.
#8 My Hero One’s Justice 2
Are you ready to “go beyond”? If so, then jump into My Hero One’s Justice 2 and show how good a Pro-Hero you can be!
You’ll get to take control of some of the best characters from the anime, both from the heroes’ and villains’ sides! Play as Deku, All Might, Bakugo, Todoroki, Uraraka, Shigaraki, Overhaul, and more!
These one-on-one battles will put you to the test as you’ll not only need to use your characters’ Quirk but use them effectively. Each character plays differently due to their unique Quirks, so pick the one that’s best for you and deliver a beatdown on your opponent until you’re the last one standing!
#7 The King of Fighters XV
When you have a franchise that goes fifteen entries? You know you’re doing something right. The King of Fighters XV is the continuation of the classic franchise and features a robust roster of characters to choose from.
Those 39 characters will be woven into one of the deepest stories the series has ever seen. By that, we mean the franchise’s plot will hit a dramatic climax!
But if you don’t come for the story, then come for the gameplay! The 3v3 combat system is back and refined to be a fun experience for all who try it out. So when you think your skills are sharpened, head online and battle fellow players!
#6 BlazBlue: Cross Tag Battle
Don’t worry. This is the last of the titles from this series, and it’s a big improvement over the other game we talked about.
BlazBlue: Cross Tag Battle is a fun spin on the franchise because it brings together four of the biggest anime franchises around to have fun in. Not only is Blazblue here, but Under Night In-Birth, Persona 4, and RWBY!
That’s a lot of characters crossing over, and it’ll create some unique teams when you pair them up to fight other duos. The game has an original story that ties all their worlds together. So jump in and enjoy!
#5 One Piece: Pirate Warriors 4
Based on its name, you should understand what One Piece: Pirate Warriors 4 is all about. It mixes the beloved anime with the fun Warriors-style gameplay, where you’ll be wiping out foes left and right with a single attack or combo.
You’ll play as the Straw Hat Pirates as they fight to overcome some of their greatest enemies! Through their abilities, you’ll break apart the world and crush any that stand in your way. The title invokes many things from the manga/anime, including the transformations of Luffy.
So if you’re ready to show everyone who the ultimate pirate is, pick up your controller and set sail for action!
#4 Persona 4 Arena Ultimax
If you’re only now getting into the Persona franchise, you have much to catch up on. The good news for you is that Atlus has been re-releasing past games on modern systems so that you can enjoy them in succession.
The fifth main entry came out in October, and the third and fourth entries will expand their reach in January. But if you want a fighting game twist on the series, get Persona 4 Arena Ultimax.
You’ll play as characters from the third and fourth games in the series while also partaking in an original story made just for the title! Wield their powers and personas in incredible fights to see who’s the best!
#3 JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: All-Star Battle R
Are you ready for a totally bizarre adventure? If so, you’re ready for JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: All-Star Battle R!
The fighting title is arguably the best game in the adapted series as it features over 50 characters from the anime that you can control! Will you pick some heroes from the Joestar family or their allies? Or will you go the villainous route and pick Dio or his disciples?
Either way, you’ll love the way the game looks and feels. With multiple modes to partake in, you’ll have plenty of chances to make dream matches relive classic moments, and more. Get ready to stand for what you stan!
#2 Guilty Gear Strive
Yep, we have two entries from this franchise on the list! But Guilty Gear Strive gets the higher spot because Arc Systems was praised heavily for their revision to the battle system and for bringing a long-running story to an end.
That’s right! The series’ main storyline involving Sol Badguy, That Man, and others finally comes to an end in the game! What will the results be? You’ll have to play to find out.
Going to the gameplay, Arc Systems rebuilt the control scheme so that it’d be easy to learn for new players, but if you’re a vet, you’ll find plenty of depth to enjoy.
#1 Dragon Ball FighterZ
When Dragon Ball FighterZ was unveiled at E3, everyone knew it would be special. The visuals felt like they were ripped right from the show, and the 3v3 fighting gameplay would allow for many wonderful things to happen.
Sure enough, the game is one of, if not the, most successful anime fighting game ever!
You’ll play as dozens of characters from the anime’s history, create your dream team, then go to war!
Utilize combos, counter attacks, and you can even get the Dragon Balls and ask for a wish from Shenron! A robust fighting game experience awaits you. So don’t miss out if you haven’t tried it yet!
