Characters Confirmed To Be In Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls

Summary

Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls is an all-Marvel fighting game from Arc System Works, featuring fast-paced 2D gameplay.
The game will have a large roster with unique character designs, including Spider-Man, Ms. Marvel, and Captain America.
Characters like Storm, Iron Man, and Doctor Doom also bring their abilities and versatile gameplay styles to the 4v4 battles.

The Marvel Vs. Capcom games have traditionally been regarded as the best Marvel fighting games. But now, Arc System Works, famous for games like Guilty Gear and Dragon Ball FighterZ, has left gamers stunned with the announcement of Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls, scheduled for release in 2026. This is the first major all-Marvel fighting game in a long while, and it promises fast-paced 2D action.

In Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls, it’s anticipated that there will be a vast array of characters, encompassing both heroes and villains. Each character is being reimagined to align with Arc System Works’ distinctive aesthetic, heavily inspired by Japanese animation. So far, eight characters have been unveiled, each one offering a unique blend of abilities and powers within the game.

8. Spider-Man

Spider-Sense Turns Him Into The Perfect Parry Fighter

Real Name: Peter Parker
First Appearance: Amazing Fantasy #15

In most games showcasing a group of Marvel characters, it’s virtually certain that Spider-Man will make an appearance. This rule applies to Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls as well. Spider-Man delivers the high-speed combat fans have come to anticipate from his counterpart in the Marvel Vs. Capcom series.

Spiderman employs swift and nimble hand-to-hand combat moves along with web-based ranged attacks against opponents, whether they are far away or close at hand. His web tools help him to either evade danger or to bridge the gap between himself and an adversary. However, his spider-sense might be his most valuable skill, enabling him to dodge enemy attacks or counter them effectively.

7. Ms. Marvel

Kamala Khan’s Popularity Continues To Embiggen

Real Name: Kamala Khan
First Appearance: Captain Marvel Vol. 7 #14

Kamala Khan, famously known as Ms. Marvel, is seeing an increase in her fame. She’s headlining her own Disney+ show, making a significant impact in Marvel’s Avengers, and gracing the screens in films. Now, she’s set to join the core cast of characters in Marvel Tōkon, bringing her cheerful demeanor and affection for her fellow superheroes to the forefront.

In the comics, Ms. Marvel obtains her enlarging ability which adds flexibility to her combat style compared to other close-combat characters. By creating enormous fists, she can inflict substantial damage, and she has the option of increasing her entire body size, which could serve as a decisive final blow.

6. Captain America

A Super Soldier Brawler With His Fists And Shield

Real Name: Steve Rogers
First Appearance: Captain America Comics #1

In this rendition, Captain America uses his vibranium shield for both close combat and ranged attacks, making him a hand-to-hand fighter, much like how he’s typically portrayed in games based on the character. This lets fans experience what it’s like to be a super soldier. Additionally, Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls features Captain America teamed up with Iron Man, suggesting that the game draws inspiration from the “Civil War” comic book storyline.

Generally speaking, Captain America aligns with the typical fan expectations regarding his character traits, but his appearance leans towards a more military style. Unlike characters such as Iron Man, Star-Lord, and Spider-Man, Captain America’s gameplay is expected to focus on defense using his iconic shield.

5. Storm

Harness The Weather As Mistress Of The Elements

Real Name: Ororo Munroe
First Appearance: Giant-Size X-Men #1

In the realm of Marvel video games, Storm is currently receiving a lot of attention with titles such as “Marvel Rivals”, “Marvel Cosmic Invasion” by Tribute Games, and now “Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls”. Developers are utilizing Storm’s almost divine powers as a mutant to their full potential. She can soar through the skies, summon lightning effortlessly like Thor, and create tornadoes that serve dual purposes of protection and offense against any adversary in her path.

In the Marvel Tōkon series, Storm’s appearance closely resembles that of the comics, with her regal crown and flowing cloak complementing her mutant abilities. Given her agility in flight and capacity to unleash bolts of lightning upon adversaries, defeating her could prove challenging. Furthermore, her weather manipulation skills would be particularly useful for coordinated attacks in a team setting.

4. Iron Man

Tony Rains Fire While Looking Like A Gundam

Real Name: Tony Stark
First Appearance: Tales Of Suspense #39

As a gamer, I can’t help but be excited about Iron Man, who looks like a scaled-down Gundam figure in the Marvel universe. He’s a staple character you’ll often find in ensemble games, just like Storm. Much like her, he has the ability to soar through the skies and unleash a flurry of attacks using his repulsor blasts, missiles, and that iconic chest-mounted unibeam.

In an even more extraordinary fashion than his already extravagant armor suggested, Iron Man’s ultimate move turns him into the Hulkbuster suit – a transformation frequently seen in various Marvel video games. Characters such as Iron Man also contribute to the game by offering a wide variety of alternate skins inspired by comics, movies, and potentially even future games like the upcoming standalone Iron Man title.

3. Doctor Doom

The Ultimate Marvel Villain Fuses Magic And Technology

Real Name: Victor Von Doom
First Appearance: Fantastic Four Vol. 1 #5

Instead of always playing heroes such as the Avengers or X-Men in Marvel games, it can be exciting to step into the shoes of the villains. For instance, the game Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls offers players a chance to embody the infamous Doctor Doom. Coincidentally, anticipation for Doctor Doom is high in 2026, as he is set to appear as the primary antagonist in Avengers: Doomsday.

Doctor Doom, distinguished by his distinctive metallic mask, skillfully blends magic and technology with a formidable ruthlessness, making him a multifaceted character. He can incapacitate opponents using energy blasts and his pistol, teleport in any direction, and grapple for close-quarters combat. These abilities will prove beneficial for coordinated strategies during the game’s 4 versus 4 battles.

2. Star-Lord

Being A Guardian Of The Galaxy Is A Blast

Real Name: Peter Jason Quill
First Appearance: Marvel Preview Vol. 1 #4

Through the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s influence, the Guardians of the Galaxy transitioned from being relatively unknown characters into some of the most adored Marvel figures. They now have several games under their belt, including “Marvel Tōkon”, and it has been confirmed that the upcoming game will feature Star-Lord as a character centered around projectile attacks, utilizing his Element Guns extensively.

Arc System Works appears to have created Star-Lord as a blend, striking a balance between his well-known portrayal in Marvel Cinematic Universe and his comic book version. He retains his quick-witted humor, yet his regal superhero attire gives off an air of being the ruler of Spartax. Additionally, the game Marvel Tōkon equips Star-Lord with a large cannon, similar to the weapons often associated with Rocket Raccoon.

1. Ghost Rider

Robbie Reyes Is A Fiery Menace For The Enemy

Real Name: Robbie Reyes
First Appearance: All-New Ghost Rider #1

Ghost Rider stands out among Marvel’s powerful superheroes. Unlike his past appearances in games like Marvel Vs. Capcom, which primarily showcased Johnny Blaze, the upcoming game Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls will instead focus on Robbie Reyes, who was the main character in Marvel’s Midnight Suns.

In Marvel Tōkon, Robbie Reyes, the contemporary Spirit of Vengeance, wields fiery chains as weapons and plays with hellfire as if it were a child’s toy. The series highlights these chains as his main weapon, enabling Ghost Rider to launch a rapid series of attacks, particularly when he spins them like lassos. Furthermore, since this version of the character is Robbie Reyes, Ghost Rider’s ultimate attack involves his Hell-empowered muscle car.

2025-06-06 22:08