2D fighting

Skullgirls 2nd Encore

Developer

Hidden Variable Studios

Genre

2D fighting

Platforms

PC, PS4, Xbox One, Switch

Year

2012

About the game

Skullgirls 2nd Encore is a fighting game known for its hand-drawn 2D animation. You can fight with a single strong character or form a team of up to three and tag between them. Its thorough tutorial teaches everything step by step, from basic controls to combos and mind games, making it great for beginners too. Story mode and online matches are also available.

Why we recommend it

A 2D fighting game long loved by fighting game fans for its hand-drawn animation and deep combo system.

Good for — Great for: anyone who wants to properly learn a 2D fighting game with a distinctive art style from the ground up

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