Fighting games have been around for a long time, but they have never gone out of style. The exchange of moves in the game is akin to watching action sequences in movies, giving us that unique thrill that can’t be found in any other genre. If you’re interested in fighting games, let’s take a look at the top 10 best fighting games on Steam.
Dragon Ball FighterZ
Dragon Ball FighterZ is a game that hardly needs any explanation, right? This anime fighting game is incredibly intense, developed by Arc System Works – a studio with extensive experience in the fighting game industry. Similar to Ultimate Marvel Vs. Capcom 3, Dragon Ball FighterZ features a 2.5D graphic style, but it includes a plethora of characters from the Dragon Ball anime series.
In addition to its flashy combos and impressive visuals, Dragon Ball FighterZ features a robust netcode that accommodates a large player base, making it easier and quicker to find online opponents.
Rivals Of Aether
Rivals Of Aether is a fighting game inspired by Nintendo’s iconic Super Smash Bros. series, combined with some unique elements. In Rivals Of Aether, there are characters appearing from other games, such as Shovel Knight and Ori (from Ori and the Blind Forest). Thanks to this diverse roster, the combat style is just as varied.
Since the Smash Bros. series is exclusive to Nintendo systems, Rivals of Aether serves as a great alternative for PC fans via the Steam platform. Notably, the online gameplay has been well optimized by the developers, allowing for smooth combat with minimal lag.
Skullgirls
Skullgirls is a 2D fighting game with hand-drawn graphics in a cartoon style, infused with elements inspired by jazz music, giving the battles a unique flavor. Unlike most games in the genre that require players to select one or multiple fighters to form a team, Skullgirls allows players to choose between 1 to 3 characters, distributing health bars accordingly, enabling players to fight in their preferred style.
The online gameplay is also well optimized, and although the fan community is not large, they are very loyal. Despite being released nearly 10 years ago, Skullgirls still regularly receives new content, new characters, and is expected to expand even further in the future.
Tekken 7
If you’re a fan of 3D fighting games, you can hardly overlook Tekken 7. This is the latest installment of the legendary Tekken series, featuring an extremely diverse roster and a large fanbase. Moreover, thanks to lessons learned from previous versions and better hardware optimization, Tekken 7 is arguably one of the highest quality 3D fighting games to date.
In fact, Tekken 7 has expanded its roster with fighters from other game franchises, such as Street Fighter, The King of Fighters, Final Fantasy XV, and The Walking Dead. These special characters have been meticulously crafted by the developers, featuring unique control mechanics and moves to enhance the uniqueness of the game.
Guilty Gear Strive
This fighting game was released in June 2021, so there are many exciting things to discuss about Guilty Gear Strive. Essentially, this game features an interesting 2.5D camera angle, bringing a fresh perspective to players. Overall, Guilty Gear Strive has a large fanbase, stable online gameplay, and while it’s easy to get started, mastering the moves requires considerable practice.
Additionally, many people believe that Guilty Gear Strive is one of the most visually stunning games, highly pleasing to the eye. Although the roster is not very extensive, the developers have promised to release character DLC packs in the coming months to make the game more diverse.
Source: Game Rant translated by GVN360