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10 seriously great fighting games
In fighting games, it's one on one and skill alone decides the winner: victory is a thrill, and defeat just makes you want another round. We gathered seriously great fighting games that are great to play right now, from classic 2D and 3D to party brawlers. Many offer beginner-friendly controls, so jump in without worry. · Updated 2026-10-20
1 · 2D fighting
Street Fighter 6
With simple 'Modern controls,' anyone can pull off special moves while the depth stays intact. It's the best fighting game to start with right now.
3 · 2D fighting
Skullgirls 2nd Encore
A 2D fighting game long loved by fighting game fans for its hand-drawn animation and deep combo system.
4 · 2D fighting
GUILTY GEAR -STRIVE-
A 2D fighting game that's as great to watch as it is to play, with graphics that look lifted straight from an anime and a rock soundtrack.
5 · 3v3 team fighting
DRAGON BALL FighterZ
It feels like controlling the Dragon Ball anime itself, which is why both fans of the original and fighting game fans love it.
6 · 2D fighting
Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising
With easy controls and helpful training modes, it bills itself as the definitive entry point to fighting games, and it's easy to start without pressure.
7 · 3v3 team fighting
THE KING OF FIGHTERS XV
A classic 2D fighter where you can enjoy KOF's signature team battles, three fighters taking turns, with modern graphics.
8 · 3D weapon-based fighting
SOULCALIBUR VI
The definitive weapon-based fighting game, where characters wielding swords, spears, nunchaku and more clash in 3D space.
9 · Platform party fighter
Brawlhalla
A free platform fighter for up to 8 players, perfect for casual scraps with friends.
10 · 2D fighting
UNDER NIGHT IN-BIRTH II Sys:Celes
A classic 2D fighter with deep mind games, thanks to its unique GRD system where you battle for the upper hand.