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Best 1 Street Fighter II

Street Fighter II: The World Warrior was released by Capcom in 1991 as a sequel to Street Fighter. Developed by Yoshiki Okamoto and Akira Yasuda, it utilized the CP System arcade board and featured ex...

2 Street Fighter II Turbo

Street Fighter II Turbo, released in 1992, is the third arcade iteration of the popular fighting game franchise developed by Capcom. It served as an enhancement kit for Street Fighter II: Champion Edi...

3 The King of Fighters '98

The King of Fighters ‘98 is a 1998 fighting game for the Neo Geo, representing the fifth installment in the series. It includes most characters from prior KOF titles (KOF ‘94-’97) and offers a “dream...

4 Super Smash Bros. Melee

Super Smash Bros. Melee is a highly regarded fighting game for the Nintendo GameCube. It’s notable for its incredibly fast pace and complex mechanics, establishing a dominant competitive scene that pe...

5 Marvel vs. Capcom 2: New Age of Heroes

Marvel vs. Capcom 2: New Age of Heroes is a 2000 arcade fighting game that combines characters from Capcom’s video games and Marvel Comics’ series. It was released on multiple platforms including Drea...

6 Street Fighter III: 3rd Strike

Widely regarded by many as the pinnacle of 2D fighting games, 3rd Strike introduced a complex parry system and high-speed movement. It remains a favorite for enthusiasts who value frame-perfect execut...

7 Super Smash Bros. Ultimate

Super Smash Bros. Ultimate is the definitive split-screen fighting game. Featuring a massive roster of iconic characters from across gaming history, the game offers a diverse range of playstyles and c...

8 Garou: Mark of the Wolves

Garou: Mark of the Wolves is a 1999 fighting game developed by SNK, following events ten years after Real Bout Fatal Fury. The game centers on Terry Bogard and Rock Howard’s participation in the Maxim...

9 WWF No Mercy

WWF No Mercy was a 2000 video game for the Nintendo 64 based on the World Wrestling Federation. Developed by Asmik Ace Entertainment and AKI Corporation, it represented the final installment in a seri...

10 Samurai Shodown II

Samurai Shodown II is a 1994 fighting game developed by SNK. It distinguishes itself with its focus on traditional Japanese samurai and their weaponry rather than fantastical elements common in other...

11 Metroid Dread

Metroid Dread represents a triumphant return for Samus Aran, delivering a thrilling and modernized Metroidvania experience. The game seamlessly blends classic Metroid gameplay with contemporary desig...

12 Super Street Fighter IV: Arcade Edition

Super Street Fighter IV: Arcade Edition is a critically acclaimed fighting game released in 2009. This version faithfully recreates the iconic arcade experience with an expansive character roster incl...

13 The Binding of Isaac: Rebirth

A dark and disturbing roguelite where you play as Isaac, a young boy cursed by his mother. *The Binding of Isaac: Rebirth* is renowned for its incredibly deep item system, challenging gameplay, and un...

14 Guilty Gear -Strive-

Guilty Gear -Strive- is a critically acclaimed 3D fighting game known for its fast-paced, aggressive gameplay and stunning anime aesthetic. Featuring a diverse roster of characters inspired by classic...

15 Guilty Gear XX

Guilty Gear XX is a fighting game developed by Arc System Works and initially released for arcades in 2002. It expanded upon the Guilty Gear series with new characters and gameplay mechanics, followin...

16 Mortal Kombat II

Mortal Kombat II is a 1993 fighting game released by Midway for arcades. It was subsequently adapted for numerous home computer and console platforms through development by Probe Software and Sculptur...

17 Tekken 8

Tekken 8 is the latest entry in the legendary 3D fighting game franchise, built from the ground up for a new generation. It introduces the aggressive 'Heat' system, encouraging offensive play, alongsi...

18 Street Fighter 6

The current flagship of the franchise, Street Fighter 6 offers a revolutionary dual-control system. It features 'Modern' controls for accessibility and 'Classic' controls for high-level mastery. With...

19 Street Fighter Alpha 2

Street Fighter Alpha 2 is a 1996 fighting game developed by Capcom, serving as a direct sequel to Street Fighter Alpha: Warriors' Dreams. The title expanded upon the original with new content includin...

20 Super Smash Bros. Brawl

Super Smash Bros. Brawl was a 2008 fighting game for the Wii, developed by Sora Ltd. with input from multiple Nintendo and third-party teams. It followed Super Smash Bros. Melee and saw development be...

21 The King of Fighters XIII

The King of Fighters XIII is a 2010 fighting game developed by SNK. Set after The King of Fighters XI, it features a tournament organized by Those From the Distance Land seeking to unleash the demon O...

22 Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood

Assassin’s Creed: Brotherhood is a 2010 action-adventure game developed by Ubisoft Montreal. The title follows Ezio Auditore da Firenze as he rebuilds the assassin order in Italy after his exile. It w...

23 League of Legends (Esports)

League of Legends is a multiplayer online battle arena (MOBA) game recognized as one of the world’s largest esports. Competitive teams engage in strategic team-based battles utilizing unique character...

24 Dragon Ball FighterZ

Dragon Ball FighterZ is a 2.5D fighting game developed by Arc System Works and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment. Released in January 2018, it features characters from the Dragon Ball franchise...

25 Streets of Rage 4

Streets of Rage 4 is a beat 'em up game continuing the Streets of Rage trilogy, initially created for the Sega Genesis in the 1990s. The title launched across multiple platforms including Nintendo Swi...

26 WWE SmackDown! Here Comes the Pain

WWE SmackDown! Here Comes the Pain was a PlayStation 2 video game released in 2003 by Yuke’s and published by THQ. It served as a sequel to WWE SmackDown! Shut Your Mouth and represented the final ins...

27 Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS and Wii U

Super Smash Bros. 4 is a 2014 crossover fighting game developed by Bandai Namco Studios and Sora Ltd., published by Nintendo. The series’ fourth installment succeeded Super Smash Bros. Brawl (2008) an...

28 Virtua Fighter 5

Virtua Fighter 5 is a fighting game series developed by Sega, beginning with its initial release in 2006 for arcade systems. Subsequent versions included updates like Virtua Fighter 5 R (2008) and Fin...

29 Gloomhaven: Jaws of the Lion

Gloomhaven: Jaws of the Lion is a streamlined and accessible entry point into the acclaimed Gloomhaven universe. This campaign-based dungeon crawler offers a rich narrative, tactical combat encounters...

30 Street Fighter IV

Street Fighter IV is a celebrated fighting game developed by Capcom. Released in 2008, it revitalized the iconic Street Fighter franchise after a decade-long absence. The game’s advanced 3D graphics a...

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