Retro 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 Retro Fighting Games
The first Naruto game ever released, this WonderSwan exclusive features side-scrolling ninja action with chakra-based special moves. Play as young Naruto Uzumaki through key early manga storylines with authentic Japanese voice clips.
A 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.
A pocket-sized adaptation of the Guilty Gear fighting series for Bandai's WonderSwan. Features simplified controls and chibi-style versions of Sol Badguy, Ky Kiske, and other series favorites in portable battles.
Guilty Gear Petit 2 is a scaled-down fighting game adaptation of Guilty Gear X for the Bandai WonderSwan handheld system. Featuring chibi-style versions of the main Guilty Gear cast, this portable fighter simplifies the mechanics while retaining the series' signature fast-paced action. The game includes versus mode, survival mode, and a unique puzzle battle mode.
Tekken 2 is a fighting game developed and published by Namco for the PlayStation. Released in 1995, it is the second installment in the Tekken series, featuring improved graphics, new characters, and refined gameplay mechanics that established the franchise's signature 3D fighting style.
Dragon 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 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 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.
Revolutionary fighting game where characters transform into powerful beast forms during combat. Choose from unique fighters who can morph into animal hybrids, gaining special abilities and devastating attacks.
The 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.
JoJo's Bizarre Adventure is a fighting game developed by Capcom based on Hirohiko Araki's manga series. Released in 1998 for PlayStation, it features characters from the series' third part, Stardust Crusaders, with unique Stand abilities and dramatic fighting mechanics.
Guilty Gear is a groundbreaking 2D fighting game developed by Arc System Works. Released in 1998 for PlayStation, it introduced innovative mechanics like the Tension Gauge and Roman Cancels, set in a unique heavy metal-inspired world with anime-style visuals.
Rival Schools: United by Fate is a 3D fighting game developed and published by Capcom for the PlayStation. Set in a Japanese high school environment, the game follows students and faculty from various schools as they investigate a series of mysterious attacks, uncovering a deeper conspiracy. The game combines team-based combat with a unique 'Team-Up' mechanic.
Advanced Variable Geo is a 2D fighting game developed by NEC Interchannel for PlayStation, based on the adult visual novel series 'Variable Geo'. The game features an all-female cast competing in the 'VG Tournament', a martial arts competition with exaggerated special moves and fan service elements.
Advanced Variable Geo 2 is the final installment in the VG fighting trilogy for PlayStation, refining the anime-style 2D combat with new characters, enhanced 'Jiggle Physics', and risqué fan service. The story follows the 'VG Tournament' as a new threat emerges from the shadows.
Gundam Battle Assault 2 is a 2D fighting game featuring Mobile Suits from the Gundam universe. Released in 2002 for PlayStation, it offers fast-paced mecha combat with a roster of iconic Gundam units.

















