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Having trouble deciding which fighting games to play this year? Then check out our article on top five fighting games to play in 2025.
Fighting games have always been about the competitive spirit of gaming. The satisfaction of landing a perfect combo or making a comeback from the brink of defeat has kept fighting games at the center of esports. Every game offers a different take on the gameplay, be it technical inputs or unique mechanics. Here’s a look at the top 5 fighting games to play in 2025 if you’re looking to get into the genre.
1. Street Fighter 6
After its launch in 2023, Capcom’s Street Fighter 6 is still going strong as it heads into Season 3. The game features a custom experience set in Metro City in the World Tour mode. The unique “Drive System” adds depth to each fight, giving players both offensive and defensive tools like Drive Impact, Drive Parry, and Drive Rush. Newcomers can also feel welcomed with the new Modern Control Scheme of SV6, which helps them learn the fundamentals.
2. Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves
SNK’s Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves is back with its seventh entry in the series after 26 years. The game’s double-lane combat and new REV System make it a unique 2D fighter. The title’s “Just Defend” mechanic has made a comeback, allowing players to regain health with just frame-blocks. The unique movement and gameplay mechanics of COTW make it a must-own for fighting game players.
3. Bleach: Rebirth of Souls
The first anime fighter in this list is Bleach: Rebirth of Souls. The game’s 3D gameplay focuses on team battles and fast combat. Players can make use of their Bankai moves and Kido spells from the anime with their meters. The Flash Step system adds depth to the spacing and movement. Rebirth of Souls is a treat for all anime fans as it features some of the most iconic characters from Soul Society, World of the Living, and Heuco Mundo.
4. Tekken 8
Bandai Namco’s latest 3D fighter focuses on aggression with its Heat System. The new mechanic brings enhanced moves, chip damage, and powerful Heat Smash attacks to open up the opponent’s defense. Tekken 8 has more environmental interactions than its predecessors, with wall and floor blasts. The game also features a special style for players new to the Tekken series who get intimidated by the game’s high skill cap.
5. Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero
The Budokai Tenkaichi series makes its return with the Bandai Namco series’ Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero. The game brings back the series’ 3D battles with destructible stages, Ki Blasts, and cinematic attacks. The title looks like an episode from the anime with its Impact Action system and epic battles. Sparking Zero is a love letter to all DBZ fans with a roster of over 180 playable characters.
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