10 unmissable fighting games available in the PlayStation Plus Game Catalog and Classics

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Fighting games are some of the most thrilling, fulfilling, and complex games out there. The genres varied enough for anyone to become a brawling master – from Street Fighter to Tekken, there’s a flavor of fighting game for every type of player. Thanks to PlayStation Plus Game Catalog and Classics Catalog*, it’s easier than ever to find a title you vibe with. Whether you want to try classic 2D, 3D, anime, arena, or a genre offshoot, it’s all there.

With PlayStation Plus you not only get access to dozens of fighting games, but you can also take them online to test your skills against players across the globe. Here are some of the best fighting games you can play right now on PlayStation Plus.

No fighting game series is as iconic as Capcom’s Street Fighter series. While Street Fighter II birthed the genre’s golden age, Street Fighter IV was critical to its resurgence in the late 2000s. It brings back both mainstay and niche characters from the past, giving players more options than ever before when it comes to battles.

With Ultra Street Fighter IV, in particular, there are additional mechanics like the Red Focus Attack, the ability to select a dual Ultra combo, and more costumes than ever. It’s a great place for newcomers to get acclimated to the measured pace of the series, especially for those interested in playing the upcoming Street Fighter 6.

Available with PlayStation Plus Premium

Bandai Namco’s Dragon Ball FighterZ gave the series one of its most fleshed-out fighting game spin-offs to date. Take the multiverse by storm and assemble a team of three Dragon Ball characters of your choice. Each fighter has three unique assist attacks to help the character you’re currently controlling damage their opponents further.

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