Capcom released a teaser trailer for Alex in Street Fighter 6, showcasing his return with some of his signature moves and a new look, but no release date has been announced beyond an early Spring window.
Poly Fighter is an upcoming roguelike fighting game that introduces unique mechanics such as stealing opponents' moves, earning perks, and transforming into animal hybrids, all within a single-player experience that offers varied challenges each run. Currently in early playtest on Steam, it aims to provide a fresh take on the fighting genre.
Capcom Vs Square: Parallel Destinies is a fan-made crossover fighting game inspired by classic 90s Capcom titles, featuring characters from both universes with original sprite designs and a curated aesthetic, available as a demo on PC.
Sega's Virtua Fighter producer Riichiro Yamada aims to rebrand the series as more accessible and less complex, addressing the common perception that it is difficult, while maintaining depth for core players, in the upcoming project.
The upcoming Virtua Fighter game is expected to feature a mostly returning roster from Virtua Fighter 5, but aging characters like Lau Chan and Shun Di are unlikely to return due to story and age considerations, while new characters and potential roster changes remain uncertain as the development continues quietly.
Namco's 1995 arcade fighting game The Outfoxies, often compared to Super Smash Bros., is finally being released on consoles as part of the Arcade Archives range on December 18, 2025, after being a cult classic among fans.
Naoto Kurogane, a close-quarters combat character with blood-based weapon transformation, is added to the roster of BlazBlue: Entropy Effect X, a roguelike action game launching on PS5, Switch, and Xbox Series on February 12, 2026, featuring fast-paced combat and signature techniques.
Fighting EX Layer, a PS4 fighting game by ARIKA, is currently available for less than a dollar on the PS Store, making it an affordable and accessible option for fans of the genre, especially as ARIKA celebrates its 30th anniversary.
Bandai Namco has revealed Miary Zo, a Madagascan newcomer, as part of Tekken 8's Season 2 Character Pass, with her gameplay showcasing wildlife-inspired moves and a new stage, Baobab Horizon. She will be available starting December 1st for Season 2 pass owners and December 4th for others.
Bandai Namco announced Madagascan fighter Miary Zo for Tekken 8 Season 2, releasing December 2nd for early access and December 5th for all players. Miary Zo, empowered by the fighting god Ogre, uses martial arts like capoeira, parkour, and summons a staff to perform unique moves inspired by animals she has studied. A gameplay trailer showcases her abilities, and the game continues to receive positive reviews for its modes and improvements.
Lucy from Cyberpunk: Edgerunners is joining Guilty Gear Strive as the final Season 4 character on August 21, 2025. A starter guide video details her gameplay, highlighting her strong neutral, high mobility, unique Monowire whip attacks, ability to apply debuffs, and a powerful Overdrive transition, making her a versatile and strategic fighter.
A Super Punch-Out!! style 2D fighting game based on Baki Hanma, titled Baki Hanma: Blood Arena, is set to release on Nintendo Switch on September 11, 2025, featuring 12 opponents, multiple locations, and high-energy combat inspired by the anime.
Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls, announced by Arc System Works, is expected to start with a relatively small roster, possibly around 20 characters, but with plans to support the game for 10 years and expand the roster significantly, potentially reaching over 60 characters by the end of its lifespan, inspired by other large roster fighting games like Marvel vs. Capcom 2 and Super Smash Bros. Ultimate.
Lucy from Cyberpunk: Edgerunners joins Guilty Gear Strive as a DLC character, with her story and gameplay reflecting her anime origins, including her hacking abilities and her quest to return home, debuting on August 21.
A new gameplay trailer for Omni-Man in Invincible Vs, set to release in 2026, showcases his powerful moves, including a projectile-nullifying clap attack and a taunt referencing the series, highlighting his role as a formidable bruiser character.