30 Minutes with Fighting Souls: A Dive into the 4v4 Tag-Fighter – PlayStation.Blog

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So, there I was at Evo Las Vegas 2025, amidst the chaos and lights, trying out this new gem – MARVEL Tōkon: Fighting Souls. It’s not just a game; it’s like they threw the tag-fighting rulebook out of the window. Arc System Works, Marvel Games, and PlayStation Studios kicked things up a notch. Imagine a world — vibrant, swirling with energy — and me? Well, I’m eagerly waiting for the next chance to dive back in. No clue why, but every time I think about it, it feels like I’m right back there.

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So, picture this: a 4v4 setup. Kazuto Sekine from Arc System Works was all about breaking new ground. He was like, “no one’s dared to do this before” — and maybe they were just bored or something, but hey, here we are.

I fiddled around with some stellar Marvel heroes to form my team. Get this: Doctor Doom – not exactly Speedy Gonzales, but those magical attacks pack a punch. Then, there’s Ms. Marvel, darting around like a pinball with those risky moves. And Storm! The aerial tricks up her sleeve could make anyone dizzy. Iron Man does his thing, keeping foes far, far away, while Star-Lord? He’s juggling more than just balls here. Captain America? Feels like he’s being everyone’s buddy.

Anyway, I got hooked on Storm and Star-Lord. Their moves? Totally fit their personalities. Storm calling Star-Lord “Quill” when he’s messing around was pure gold. Her attacks are a breeze for newbies. And Star-Lord’s quick blasters into his Ultimate? Chef’s kiss.

Now, don’t expect a convoluted control guide. It’s all thumbs — Square gives you light jabs while Triangle and Circle bring the heavier hits. Those triggers control your special moves. Caught myself thinking of them as muscle memory — yeah, that made sense somehow.

Oh right, the character swapping. Not your usual switcheroo, mind you. It’s like all your champions share one health bar. Just when you think it’s over for one, boom — tag team moment! You blitz in with your next choice, kinda like choosing a new ice cream flavor after the first one melts. Seriously keeps you on your toes, deciding who jumps in next.

Sekine goes on about keeping it straightforward — I mean, isn’t that refreshing? You learn one hero but get the thrill of the whole team — and those surprise assist swaps? They just happen right in the heat of battle. Cool animations come along for the ride, like they’re showing off or something.

And the showdown with different playing styles? It’s genius. My opponent threw out supers like they were confetti, aiming for those screen-filling spectacles. Duelling styles felt like an odd dance, kinda like tango versus disco.

The whole thing? Easy to hop into, deep enough to keep you there. Sekine’s design philosophy seemed to click. No moves out of reach. Every button’s purpose clear. Assist chaos? Fully orchestrated.

Now, here’s the thing about these heroes: they’re oozing anime vibes — thank you, Arc. But the world around them? A whole universe brimming with quirky details. Bystanders reacting to battles, cheeky signboards… Loved those Easter eggs!

So, big fights kick off in 2026, and the excitement dances on razor edges of fear and innovation. Michael Francisco from Marvel Games said it best — it’s about respecting history yet taking brave new steps. Big shoes they’ve got there, this trio of creators.

And that’s a wrap. No neat bows or tidy knots here, just the messy thoughts of a writer who’s got a foot in both worlds: between the chaos of a game and the tranquility of tapping keys.