PlayStation Studios, Arc System Works, and Marvel Games are joining forces to deliver the highly anticipated MARVEL Tōkon: Fighting Souls, a tag team fighting game set to launch on PS5, Steam, and Epic Games Store on August 6, 2026. With reimagined characters, cinematic stages, and dynamic gameplay, this is Marvel like you’ve never seen it before.
A Fighting Game for All Players
According to Kazuto Sekine, Game Director and Lead Battle Designer, the game was designed with accessibility in mind. Unlike traditional team VS fighting games that require mastering multiple characters, MARVEL Tōkon allows players to pick a single character and engage in thrilling 4v4 battles. Simple inputs summon backup characters or trigger team attacks, creating high-stakes combat and spectacular Marvel-inspired combos.
Michael Francisco, Senior Product Development Manager at Marvel Games, adds: “MARVEL Tōkon: Fighting Souls demonstrates that the teams at PlayStation and Arc are true Marvel fans at heart. Players are in for a wild ride.”
Iconic Heroes and Villains
The game features a diverse roster of Marvel characters, including Captain America, Iron Man, Spider-Man, Doctor Doom, Storm, Ms. Marvel, Star-Lord, and Ghost Rider (Robbie Reyes). Each character has unique mechanics, from short-ranged jabs to cinematic Ultimate Skills, designed to feel faithful to their powers while offering fresh gameplay.
Producer Takeshi Yamanaka shared: “Choosing the roster was a challenge, but we wanted a mix of iconic Marvel faces, varied battle styles, and surprises for players, including characters never before playable in a fighting game.”
Reimagined Marvel Stages
MARVEL Tōkon’s stages are vibrant, multi-layered arenas filled with Easter eggs and interactive elements. Transitions between areas aren’t just visually stunning—they play a strategic role, enhancing combat and offering fans an immersive Marvel experience.
Introducing the Unbreakable X-Men
In the first character reveal trailer, a reborn X-Men team steps up to face a new threat. Storm leads this new lineup, alongside Magik, Wolverine, and Danger, the AI-turned-physical form of the Danger Room. As mutants face suspicion and hostility from humanity, the Unbreakable X-Men strive to protect both humans and mutants alike in a gripping narrative.
Episode Mode: Marvel Stories Reimagined
MARVEL Tōkon features an Episode Mode, blending American comics with Japanese manga storytelling. Motion comic sequences are fully voiced in 10 languages, with spatial audio support via PS5’s Tempest 3D AudioTech. The game also utilises the PS5 DualSense controller to create a tactile, immersive experience unique to gaming.
Pre-Order Bonuses and Editions
Players pre-ordering MARVEL Tōkon: Fighting Souls can enjoy exclusive lobby items, including:
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Infinity Gauntlet (Lobby Equipment)
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Baby Groot (Lobby Pet)
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Cosmic Surfboard (Lobby Ride)
The game will be available in multiple editions:
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Standard Edition – Full game for $59.99 / €69.99 / ¥7,980
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Digital Deluxe Edition – Includes Year 1 Characters & Stage Pass, Howard the Duck (Lobby Avatar), and Cosmo (Lobby Pet) for $84.99 / £69.99 / €94.99 / ¥10,480
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Ultimate Edition – Adds costumes for Storm, Captain America, Doctor Doom, Iron Man, and Spider-Man (inspired by Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 Advanced Suit 2.0), plus animated chromatic colour unlocks for all 20 launch characters, priced at $99.99 / £79.99 / €109.99 / ¥11,980
Pre-orders open on February 19, 2026, through the PlayStation Store and PC storefronts.
Get Ready for MARVEL Tōkon: Fighting Souls
With its mix of accessible gameplay, cinematic storytelling, and over-the-top Marvel action, MARVEL Tōkon: Fighting Souls promises to redefine the tag team fighting genre. Stay tuned for more updates as the game nears its August 2026 launch.
