Overview
Break a Sweat with Every Fight!Prepare for a hard-hitting fighting game packed with larger-than-life characters, powerful punches, and exhilarating combat!
With straightforward offense and defense at its core, this game strips away the complex systems of modern fighters to deliver an accessible, old-school fighting experience. Master devastating attacks, outsmart your opponents, and unleash your full power in the ultimate martial arts showdown!
Whether you're fighting for glory, personal ambition, or something greater, there's only one way to prove your strength: step into the arena!
Story
Those who seek to master themselves ultimately arrive at a state of egoless awareness... XEN.Those who pursue this ultimate state are drawn together. This phenomenon is known as XENOH...
The world-renowned martial arts tournament DYNAMIC BOUT offers an enormous cash prize, attracting fighters from all walks of life.
Some fight for fame... others for someone they hold dear. Each fighter carries their own hopes, dreams, and ambitions into battle.
Who will emerge victorious from this clash of martial arts?
Fighters
Gaou"I was just looking for a chance to test my skills, that's all!"
Fighting Style: Tenha Moko-ryu Karate
A karate practitioner who continues his journey of martial arts training, carrying the teachings of his master, Sabade, in his heart. He decided to enter the tournament after witnessing the suffering of countless people along his path.
Arashi
"Now THIS looks like it'll get my blood pumping!"
Fighting Style: Kirin Ranbu Fist
Ever since crossing fists with Gaou, who was out on a training journey, Arashi has eagerly awaited a rematch. Hearing rumors of the tournament, he finally makes his move.
Tsubaki
"Wow, Saran's totally my type, too! This place is heaven!"
Fighting Style: Suzaku Tenshu Method
Arashi's childhood friend. For her, fangirling takes priority over training. After catching a glimpse of Kyle's handsome face during Dynamic Bout, she was so smitten that she decided to enter the tournament herself!
Kyle
"The world is vast... All I can do is give it everything I've got!"
Fighting Style: Taekwondo & Azure Dragon Water Dance Fist
An action star who has devoted his life to martial arts, drawing upon the discipline instilled in him through taekwondo. Combining it with techniques inherited from his grandfather, he continues his quest to forge an entirely new fighting style.
Cat Heart
"Meeeeow?! Wait, you mean this RING was actually a STAGE!?"
Fighting Style: Professional Wrestling
A promising young wrestler from Sunlight, the wrestling promotion led by Lion Hard. Thanks to a sneaky sponsorship deal, she's been roped into a special tournament side event: a collaboration with an active idol group! Hang in there, Cat Heart! We're all rooting for you!
Saran
"Just how far can my kicks take me on the world stage? Let's find out!"
Fighting Style: Muay Thai
A rising Muay Thai star who relentlessly hones her skills for the sake of her village's prosperity. Her extraordinary talent catches the eye of the Gilga Conglomerate, earning her an invitation to the tournament.
Death Orca
"I don't care who you are! I'll crush every last one of you!"
Fighting Style: Death Orca Combat Style
Branded a monster for his ugly appearance and subjected to cruel persecution since childhood, this man turned to the dark side of professional wrestling, fueled by nothing but hatred. His goals? Claim the title of the strongest fighter and rake in all the cash that comes with it.
Ranmei
"Now, where might I find a prince worthy of little ol' me~?"
Fighting Style: Hakkyoku Batsusatsu Fist
A martial artist who strives to maintain an ideal physique for channeling every ounce of spirit, ki, and her own weight into a single devastating strike. With her dojo's mounting food expenses weighing on her shoulders, she enters the tournament to fight on its behalf. Her dream? To become a curvy martial arts idol!
Arima
"I wonder... Just how much power do I truly possess?"
Fighting Style: Arus Protection
A young girl who fights using an ancestral shield capable of both offense and defense. Though blessed by the spirit Arus, she's a researcher at heart who believes the occult is simply too fascinating to dismiss. She studies a wide variety of traditional martial arts, refining them into techniques of her own.
Nabari
"Seems I've still got some fire left in these old bones!"
Fighting Style: Goufu Burai Jujutsu
Once hailed as the strongest fighter of all time, he suddenly vanished from the martial arts world and chose a quiet life in the mountains. However, after meeting a group of young warriors standing against a sinister force, the fighting spirit he'd long since buried begins to burn once more.
Jeeg
"Heh heh... Let us see what you are truly capable of!"
Fighting Style: Phoenix Stinger
The man secretly pulling the strings behind the corporation hosting the Dynamic Bout tournament. But just what could his true motives be...?
Xex
"It is my power that shall bring order to this chaotic world! Rise up, warriors of strength!"
Fighting Style: Atlanzeus Fist
As chaos threatens to engulf the world and a new age draws near... This mighty Emperor, supreme among warriors, finally makes his move.
Features
- Intuitive controls designed for casual fighting game fans who grew up with the classics: a simple four-button layout of Punch, Kick, Super Power Attack and Gauge.
- All special actions are performed with a single button: the Gauge button.
- Story Mode: fight your way through 10 consecutive battles against opponents chosen at random from the 13 fighters.
- Versus Mode for facing off against other players, and Training Mode for practicing moves and honing skills.
- Online Versus: Battle players around the world and fight your way onto the rankings. Features rollback netcode built to provide low latency and responsive play.
- The Dash Counter, a signature special move of the AXEL CITY series, returns!
- A new move, Crash Hit, uses the Gauge button to leave an opponent's Dash Counter wide open for a punishing combo!
- Steam Achievements: Carve out a record of your victory with your fists! Satisfying challenges await your completion!
