Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls review – an anime-style rumble that’s rooting for you

Joshua Rivera· Aug 12, 2026 · 9:00 AM UTC ·3 min read · 0 reactions · 0 comments · 5 views

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▪American superheroes reinterpreted by Japanese developers … Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls.
▪Illustration: Arc System WorksView image in fullscreenAmerican superheroes reinterpreted by Japanese developers … Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls.
▪Developer Arc System Works, a fan-favourite studio famous for its hyper-fluid and extremely technical anime-style fighting games, has been on a long journey to usurp Capcom’s throne.

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American superheroes reinterpreted by Japanese developers … Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls. Illustration: Arc System WorksView image in fullscreenAmerican superheroes reinterpreted by Japanese developers … Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls. Illustration: Arc System WorksGamesReviewMarvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls review – an anime-style rumble that’s rooting for youPlayStation 5, PC; Arc System Works/Sony Interactive EntertainmentWith tremendous visuals and accessible controls, this superhero-themed fighter has the chops to inspire a new generation of champsJoshua RiveraWed 12 Aug 2026 05.00 EDTLast modified on Wed 12 Aug 2026 05.02 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleArriving at the turn of the millennium and the twilight of the video arcade, Marvel vs Capcom 2: New Age of Heroes has long been a…

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