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SoulCalibur VI

2018Project SoulPlayStation 4, PC (Microsoft Windows), Xbox One

SoulCalibur VI represents the latest entry in the premier weapons-based, head-to-head fighting series and continues the epic struggle of warriors searching for the legendary Soul Swords. Taking place in the 16th century, revisit the events of the original SoulCalibur to uncover hidden truths.

What it's about

The 16th century setting with swords, warriors, and historical backdrop grounds the fantasy world. The Soul Swords and searching warriors evoke a grim fantasy backdrop of struggle and legendary artifacts.

Medieval70%
Dark Fantasy45%

How it plays

Frame-precise weapon-based combos and juggle systems are the fundamental foundation of SoulCalibur's moment-to-moment gameplay. Stylish, expressive weapon combat scored on execution is the core identity of the series' combat system. Character customization and weapon selection enable different playstyles and theoretical builds.

Fighting-Game Combos95%
Character Action90%
Character Builds65%
Loadout Customization55%
Lock-On Targeting30%

How it looks and sounds

Character designs and visual style are influenced by anime aesthetics, as noted in community tags.

Anime Style40%

How it's structured

Head-to-head 1v1 fighting is the primary competitive mode and structural focus of the game. Split-screen and shared-screen local multiplayer PvP options are supported features. Online PvP and multiplayer competitive modes are core features.

Competitive PvP85%
Local Co-op50%
Online Co-op50%
Arena-Based35%
Campaign25%
Jump Force76% match

Shares Fighting-Game Combos, Character Action, Competitive PvP, Anime Style.

Both lean into Fighting-Game Combos, Character Action, Competitive PvP, Anime Style.

Fighting-Game Combos92%Character Action88%Competitive PvP85%Anime Style80%
WWE 2K2466% match

Shares Character Action, Fighting-Game Combos, Competitive PvP, Character Builds.

Both lean into Character Action, Fighting-Game Combos, Competitive PvP, Character Builds.

Character Action85%Fighting-Game Combos80%Competitive PvP60%Character Builds55%

Shares Fighting-Game Combos, Competitive PvP, Character Action, Arena-Based.

Both lean into Fighting-Game Combos, Competitive PvP, Character Action, Arena-Based.

Fighting-Game Combos95%Competitive PvP90%Character Action85%Arena-Based80%

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Character Action70%Competitive PvP50%Campaign85%Local Co-op40%

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