SoulCalibur VI

 PlayStation 4
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6.7

Mixed or average reviews- based on 360 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 210 out of 360
  2. Mixed: 53 out of 360
  3. Negative: 97 out of 360
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  1. Endymion_Var
    Feb 23, 2022
    10
    Esta muy bien; una de las Sagas mas completas de Soulcalibur. Lo Recomiendo
    Tiene casi todos los personajes de anteriores sagas; Solo nos falto Rock
    Unos combates muy fluidos los Ataques Edge son impresionantes, unos detalles en las animaciones y gráficos y su editor muy completo que te permite Crear hasta 100 personajes o descargar 100 personajes hechos por la comunidad.
  2. Bizancio_Askatu
    Dec 12, 2021
    8
    I enjoyed a lot SCII and SCII and I have to say that as a "casual fighting gamer" that is not interested on being an EVO top player or escalate on online rankings this game was great.
    The characters of the roster have a lot of charisma (Grøh being the exception) and it's worth noticing that the awesome feminine warriors have not lost any of their legendary appealing.
    Regarding the    I enjoyed a lot SCII and SCII and I have to say that as a "casual fighting gamer" that is not interested on being an EVO top player or escalate on online rankings this game was great.
    The characters of the roster have a lot of charisma (Grøh being the exception) and it's worth noticing that the awesome feminine warriors have not lost any of their legendary appealing.
    Regarding the offline content (the one that really matters to me) it's enough to keep you interested for around 20 hrs between the libra of souls, arcade and soul chronicle modes. It's true that the soul chronicle shows it's little budget with static pictures of the warriors, endless blocks of text that I doubt anyone has ever read and an almost passive IA but it's appropriate to practice.
    The libra of souls is where you will expend more of your offline playing time and it's very interesting with a kind of RPG in which you take your own creation from editor and battle hundreds of fights, most of them quite easy but also with some difficult ones due the wining conditions or level difference.
    Regarding the online, nowadays there are not a lot of active players and most of them are hardcore players that will wipe out the ring with your character if you are a rookie. Most of the remaining community is on the ranked matches and the casual mode is quite dead (although still enough to get the related trophies if you have some skills).
    Regarding DLCs for me they are not worth it for offline players unless you are a fan of them because they poorly integrate with the offline content (I do not remember fighting 2B in any of the offline modes even though I bough her and I finished every single of them).
    In summary if you liked this franchise in the past and are not interested in the online, this game is very recommended, specially if you find it on sale.    … Expand
  3. covcha
    Nov 4, 2021
    10
    One of the best Soul Calibur games and even one of the better fighting games of the generation. Moves a flashy but balance characters and arenas are stunningly beautiful. The game is very easy to play but hard to master.
  4. GDwyvern
    Aug 5, 2021
    10
    Possibly the best game in the series. Story mode is simple and inexpensive but every character gets his or her detailed story. Some people will complain the story isn't all cinematic like Mortal Kombat, but they don't have the money for something like that. Still i prefer the way soulcalibur does its story mode over ant other fighter.
  5. Steyraus
    Jan 16, 2021
    10
    One of the best Soul Calibur games and even one of the better fighting games of the generation. Moves a flashy but balance characters and arenas are stunningly beautiful. The game is very easy to play but hard to master. Pulling off the most insane moves will take a bit of time but just learning how to be confident doesn't take long at all
  6. Labitoku
    Sep 25, 2020
    8
    From the point of view of a casual fighting games player, Soulcalibur VI is very enjoyable. I did not find story modes that interesting, besides learning to play the game. Although they may be simple and empty, that is not really what is to remember from the game. Combat is fun, the mechanics do work, it is easy to try new strategies and combat styles once you're comfortable with one ofFrom the point of view of a casual fighting games player, Soulcalibur VI is very enjoyable. I did not find story modes that interesting, besides learning to play the game. Although they may be simple and empty, that is not really what is to remember from the game. Combat is fun, the mechanics do work, it is easy to try new strategies and combat styles once you're comfortable with one of the roster's characters. Great game for 1v1 evenings with friends.

    +1pt because of that beautiful Geralt, perfectly in his place right there.

    Also, DLCs might be costy for what they have to offer, especially cosmetics ones.    … Expand
  7. Malakhyas
    Aug 2, 2020
    10
    Excellent fighting game, satisfying gameplay and easy control, movement of the characters is very fluid and the graphics are incredible.

    Gameplay: 10/10
    Story: 10/10
    Graphics: 10/10
  8. PrinceWulf
    Jul 19, 2020
    9
    While I still wonder if Soul Calibur 3 is better or not then Soul Calibur 6, I do have to applaud this title.
    Whether this is last game in the series or not, I do think it's very well made. It contains most of fan favorite characters in it (those which are not, I expect to come in dlc) and story segments are interesting for majority of them. The possibilities when creation your own    While I still wonder if Soul Calibur 3 is better or not then Soul Calibur 6, I do have to applaud this title.
    Whether this is last game in the series or not, I do think it's very well made. It contains most of fan favorite characters in it (those which are not, I expect to come in dlc) and story segments are interesting for majority of them. The possibilities when creation your own costume characters are nearly endless. Don't believe me? Just type any of your fave character from any game and add "soul calibur" on google search and you will see what I mean.
    Battle stages are very detailed and interesting, only shame is that number of available stages is not as high as some previous titles had. Character movesets are all flashy or at the very least efficient plus they change them every half a year or 1 year so it keeps gameplay interesting.    … Expand
  9. archaim
    Jul 6, 2020
    9
    Это же лучший файтинг всех времён!
    Трёхмерных файтингов (я говорю не про графику, а про механику) осталось совсем мало. Помимо SC могу вспомнить только Dead or Alive и Tekken (файтинги по Наруто и им подобные всё-таки другое). Все они заслуживают внимания, но на моём пьедестале почёта первое место занимает SoulCalibur.
    В шестой части каждый персонаж получил свою уникальную механику, на    Это же лучший файтинг всех времён!
    Трёхмерных файтингов (я говорю не про графику, а про механику) осталось совсем мало. Помимо SC могу вспомнить только Dead or Alive и Tekken (файтинги по Наруто и им подобные всё-таки другое). Все они заслуживают внимания, но на моём пьедестале почёта первое место занимает SoulCalibur.
    В шестой части каждый персонаж получил свою уникальную механику, на которой основывается его геймплей. Отличная идея, аналогов которой я не помню.
    К сожалению, бюджет игры не высок и мы не получили красивой анимированной сюжетки как в Mortal Kombat, но даже так, одиночные режимы вполне удались.
    Также хочу отметить адекватную модель монетизации, когда продаётся только сама игра, а также дополнения к ней с новым контентом. Нет микроплатежей или скинов по цене новой игры.    … Expand
  10. lcja
    Jul 1, 2020
    10
    it's the best game in the series! best graphics, replay value and create a player!
  11. nilurion
    Jun 22, 2020
    9
    nice game, great characters, fighting style is better than their predecessors but the lack of a cinematic story mode is notorious
  12. ChesterField
    May 1, 2020
    8
    Mmmm hard to choose. i dont know if i want to go with my boy cervantes or my beast king in tekken 7. Oh yes, the review. GOOD FIGHTING GAME BOYS.
  13. MindFunk
    Apr 26, 2020
    10
    Had to post here as too many low reviews are unjustified. This is by no means a perfect game but it's a definite return to form for the series which offers unique gameplay and modes within this genre. Like Tekken, Soul Calibur is a proper 3d fighter that is accessible to play but has high depths of mastery. Presentation is lacking in the single player modes due to the teams limitedHad to post here as too many low reviews are unjustified. This is by no means a perfect game but it's a definite return to form for the series which offers unique gameplay and modes within this genre. Like Tekken, Soul Calibur is a proper 3d fighter that is accessible to play but has high depths of mastery. Presentation is lacking in the single player modes due to the teams limited budget, but the game shines where it counts ... The combat. Movement is quick and responsive like it was in previous years and the new reversal and meter mechanics add layers of options to keep players on their toes. The animations are very cool and flashy which makes watching matches compelling. Gone are the characters no one wanted from the last game and back are the fan favorites with fresh move sets. As a captain America fan from the mcu I particularly love Cassandra and her new animations. Also the guest characters are really adding fresh styles for combat and the fan service here is well done. I don't love the dlc prices but they are inline with industry practices. Also this game offers a create a player mode or custom outfit for the cast. It's fun to see what the community can do with the tools and adds personal flair and expressiveness for the players. This game is improving greatly from the new dlc additions and deserves credit for what is on offer here. Try it for yourself and anything below a 7 rating is unwarranted imo.… Expand
  14. Remik
    Mar 24, 2020
    9
    Excellent game,only problem it has no many modes,I hope will be in the fix with patch.
  15. l3wis1337
    Dec 5, 2019
    10
    Easily the best fighting game this generation. Keeps me coming back time and again. Fantastic to play with friends on a couch too.
  16. Trevortoy
    Nov 19, 2019
    10
    This is one of the best SC in my opinion. Overwhelmingly great combat with great graphics and awesome characters
  17. VishisTV
    Oct 10, 2019
    8
    The negative reviews on this game by a lot of the reviewer's are just plain dumb. I hope i can actually put this game in a better spot in the eye of the person reading this.

    Soul Calibur 6 represents the efforts of Bandai Namco to bring back the series in full swing. In Soul Calibur 6 we have started off with a reduced roster from the previous game Soul Calibur 5 and similarly to how    The negative reviews on this game by a lot of the reviewer's are just plain dumb. I hope i can actually put this game in a better spot in the eye of the person reading this.

    Soul Calibur 6 represents the efforts of Bandai Namco to bring back the series in full swing. In Soul Calibur 6 we have started off with a reduced roster from the previous game Soul Calibur 5 and similarly to how Tekken 7 debuted after Tekken Tag 2. This is largely due to the fact that not only did SC5 have an unlikeable cast, but also because the game is a SOFT reboot. It doesn't take place during Soul Blade but it starts during the time of Soul Calibur and extends to Soul Calibur 2. A lot of twist turns and butterfly effects are in the game's story, which I wont spoil for you. However it basically resets the roster back to the roster we know and love from soul blade-soul calibur 1 minus Hwang unfortunately. The main story is pretty drab and predictable its not very exciting in the least. The individual character story lines are some what interesting, but like its sister game Tekken 7 it leaves a lot to be desired..

    The customization on the surface is a tad disappointing because it reuses assets from soul calibur 4, 5 and 6 with the only improvements being that they look like a current gen costume selection, but as you dive deaper you start to appreciate decals, and patterns that you can add to armor and clothes to make them feel unique which is oddly satisfying.

    Soul Calibur 6 has a plethora of new mechanics in play to bring it into the current generation of fighting games with a new polish. Adding several new mechanics that both satisfy veterans and new comers. Lethal Hit is a new mechanic that gives characters different properties to moves depending on the conditions of the Lethal hit. For instance if a character crouches underneath the opposing enemy that is grabbing, and then punishes the enemy that is grabbing with a specific move. It can create a different situation than it normally would if done regularly like:launch for a juggle, stun the enemy so you may attack more, or all of the above. It adds depth to an already deep game.

    The Reversal edge system takes some getting used to. It basically is auto guard everything button with a counter attack attached. it sounds bad but every reversal edge is a vertical attack so it can be side stepped.. Or broken by guard breaks and unblockables. once hit by a reversal edge attack you are put in a rock paper scissors like qte with the opponent. it is very risky but some characters benefit from certain outcomes more than others so its easier to predict once you understand the rewards.

    Online play feels good when you are playing someone with a decent connection as expected. The lobby features could use a touch up but its nothing i would condemn to hard. The most jarring thing about the online aspect is people can use creatable characters in ranked matches which kindve breaks ranked match. People can make characters that have a large characters fighting style really small or sometimes unseeable due to enlarging floating items over their bodies. I would hope its patched soon but i dont play ranked often.

    All in all i give SC6 an 8. The story isnt great, and character creation is obnoxious online. Those are my main negative complaints. The game plays as good if not better than the much contested Soul Calibur 2 and brings a lot of flare to the 3d fighting genre. Even more so than Tekken 7 i'd say.    … Expand
  18. AMKrishnan
    Jul 7, 2019
    8
    This is a great reboot to the franchise. The game looks great and plays well. This is a good game for beginners/casuals of the fighting game genre. The character selection is also nice with it generally mirroring the original SC game with a few differences (like Tira (introduced from SC3) and Zasalamel (also from SC3). Geralt from the Witcher is a great guest for the game as he really fitsThis is a great reboot to the franchise. The game looks great and plays well. This is a good game for beginners/casuals of the fighting game genre. The character selection is also nice with it generally mirroring the original SC game with a few differences (like Tira (introduced from SC3) and Zasalamel (also from SC3). Geralt from the Witcher is a great guest for the game as he really fits in to the setting. The plot of the main story, Libra of Souls, is quite interesting.

    I would criticise the following though: the individual stories for each character are quite cheaply done. There aren't many cutscenes, it's just artwork of them with dialogue. The main story where you make a character is also quite cheaply done. It's generally just fighting the same sorta fighters with a few differences.

    As for the biggest criticism - the online mode. Matchmaking is horrible. I kept facing so many people with higher points than me and kept getting destroyed. I very rarely faced someone at my level.    … Expand
  19. raccoondaddy
    May 7, 2019
    9
    Been playing since Soul Edge. This was a HUGE step forward for the series. Especially after the anorexic SoulCalibur V. The gameplay improvements and meter moves fit well into the game and seem more balanced than Tekken 7's desperation moves. The visuals could've used a bit more polish, considering that we are 3/4 into the PS4's lifespan and that Bamco knows how to make things pretty.Been playing since Soul Edge. This was a HUGE step forward for the series. Especially after the anorexic SoulCalibur V. The gameplay improvements and meter moves fit well into the game and seem more balanced than Tekken 7's desperation moves. The visuals could've used a bit more polish, considering that we are 3/4 into the PS4's lifespan and that Bamco knows how to make things pretty.

    The game does feel more like a remake with all of the features included from previous entries. But the story modes are deep and will keep you busy for a few weeks or at least a few marathon days. My only gripe, is that there is a few exclusions from the roster, whom I miss. But they've been balanced out with the newer characters, which are pretty cool and add more depth to the old SoulCalibur I-III story.    … Expand
  20. GamersRiseUp
    Apr 24, 2019
    10
    Awesome game! The ladies are sexier than ever!
    Gameplay is fast and furious!
    Highly recommended! Core values!
  21. AngelFox
    Apr 15, 2019
    10
    Finally soulcalibur returns the game had low budget so yes it has it is flaws but the gameplay is fun and easy learning curve good characters returns,good Guest Geralt and 2B offline content is missing some modes but online is fun and addictive enough.
  22. Tule24
    Apr 6, 2019
    8
    I have been playing this franchise since the beginning and SC6 is a good game. The only reason I didn't give it a 9 or 10 is that arcade mode does not have endings for each individual character. They do have two other story modes but I prefer to beat the game with each character to learn his/her fate in a movie.
  23. BlitZeR_95
    Jan 14, 2019
    8
    This is probably the best SoulCalibur to date, especially the custom character story mode too which is a nice touch to the game. The combat is smooth and basic which is nice to some people but I know there are people out there that prefers a more advanced combat style game.
    The game is definitely fun though and I wouldn't mind coming back to it from time-to-time. It is far from perfect    This is probably the best SoulCalibur to date, especially the custom character story mode too which is a nice touch to the game. The combat is smooth and basic which is nice to some people but I know there are people out there that prefers a more advanced combat style game.
    The game is definitely fun though and I wouldn't mind coming back to it from time-to-time. It is far from perfect but it is a great game overall    … Expand
  24. Spitbot
    Jan 4, 2019
    9
    Why the SoulCalibur franchise is so often overlooked by fighting game veterans and rookies alike is something I will never understand - and if anything can prove the worth of the series, it's this game right here.

    The fighting mechanics are as solid as they've ever been, and the game feels smooth as butter. It retains that "easy to learn, hard to master" feeling, which ropes new players    Why the SoulCalibur franchise is so often overlooked by fighting game veterans and rookies alike is something I will never understand - and if anything can prove the worth of the series, it's this game right here.

    The fighting mechanics are as solid as they've ever been, and the game feels smooth as butter. It retains that "easy to learn, hard to master" feeling, which ropes new players in and keeps the old ones engaged. The roster is fairly small, but each character feels incredibly distinct, and it's always rewarding to try new ones out instead of forcing yourself to stick with a "main". There are bad characters, sure, but you'll find yourself itching to play as them as well, even if it's just out of curiosity.

    If none of the character designs appeal to you, you're more than welcome to build your own from scratch - The infamous character customizer, Create A Soul, is back, and the possibilities are endless. Whether you're trying to put together an original fighter or your favorite cereal mascot, you have more than enough tools at your disposal to do so. What's better is that all of your creations are permitted in online matches (even ranked ones) so no one's stopping you from taking on the world as the Stay Puft Marshmallow Man.

    Just in case you needed icing on that wedding cake, the game contains two single player modes - Soul Chronicle, which follows the sometimes thrilling, sometimes mind-numbing lives of the main cast, and Libra of Soul, in which you bring a custom character on an RPG-esque adventure, taking place after Chronicle. The two modes are far from perfect, and both lack in the presentation department, but c'mon... You're not here for the narrative, are you?

    All in all, SoulCalibur VI is one of the most impressive, finely-crafted fighting games on the market right now, and if it looks the slightest bit interesting to you, I'm sure you'll have a blast with it. If you're new to fighting games, start with Libra, as it's the only mode in the game with a tutorial. If you're an experienced soul, don't be afraid to build an abomination and start pummeling people online right out of the gate - It's tough to have more fun than that in a video game.    … Expand
  25. GamergodsFail
    Dec 22, 2018
    8
    This may not be saying much, but I believe Soulcalibur 6 to be the best in the series since at least 2005. While the presentation of the story may be very boring, at least it's all there in a very large quantity, with dozens of hours of playtime between Soul Chronicle and Libra of Soul. On top of that there's also the usual Arcade Mode, Online tournaments and a very extensive fighterThis may not be saying much, but I believe Soulcalibur 6 to be the best in the series since at least 2005. While the presentation of the story may be very boring, at least it's all there in a very large quantity, with dozens of hours of playtime between Soul Chronicle and Libra of Soul. On top of that there's also the usual Arcade Mode, Online tournaments and a very extensive fighter creation. The combat itself may be the most solid in the series to date. It's not a perfect game, but it's one of few fighting games I can say that is worth the money.… Expand
  26. Shurei86
    Dec 10, 2018
    10
    Perhaps the best game in the series. Here the developers have pleased both old fans and those players who started playing since the sixth series. Bravo!!!
  27. the_ed_85
    Nov 22, 2018
    9
    Soulcalibur VI is amazing. I paid $80 for the game and the season pass, and it's easily worth double that.

    After playing this game for weeks, it has yet to fail me. The character customization is incredibly deep and gives you literally thousands of different options. These options may seem limited at first, but they expand as you go through the story modes. The action is very quick and    Soulcalibur VI is amazing. I paid $80 for the game and the season pass, and it's easily worth double that.

    After playing this game for weeks, it has yet to fail me. The character customization is incredibly deep and gives you literally thousands of different options. These options may seem limited at first, but they expand as you go through the story modes. The action is very quick and responds exceptionally well. We have almost all of the community's favorite classic Soulcalibur characters, Seong Mi-na, Talim, Kilik, Nightmare, Ivy, Taki, Mitsurugi, Yoshimitsu, Voldo, Tira, Zasalamel, etc. One character that makes an appearance but sadly isn't playable yet is Hwang from Soulcalibur 1. I think he's a much better character than Yun Seong, but apparently less popular. However, his direct appearance and significant part he plays in story suggests that he'll come as a DLC character later (please, Namco, listen to your long-time fans).

    The graphics are great. The stages are what Soulcalibur stages have always been. They hold true to the legacy, and stage awareness becomes a key component of battle. The gameplay is simple to understand, but difficult to master. Some characters are similar, like Kilik and Seong Mi-na or Seigfreid and Nightmare, but they have distinct differences that set them apart. The ultra-specials or as the game calls them "Critical Arts" are awesome looking for everyone in the roster.

    The critical arts are awesome looking, but I also think they're one of the game's weaknesses. They're entirely too easy to pull off. All it takes is a press of the R2 button (or whatever button you have A+B+K mapped to) and one stock of meter. The good thing about them is that they can be guard impacted, so they're not invincible. Reversal Edge, which is a guard impact that can turn the tide of battle is far too easy to spam also. The good thing about it is that if people rely on it too much, they'll find that they soul crush themselves into defeat.

    Now for some weaknesses. While the story itself is actually pretty good, the presentation is lacking at best. The repeated background drawings and hand drawn portraits of the characters don't do the characters justice. I get that the Soulcalibur budget was badly limited by the development hell that this game went through, but the Sega Dreamcast's presentation of Soulcalibur 1's story was better than this. Other than the presentation of the story, the only other real downside I see is that some of the characters need to be rebalanced. I already informed Namco of of this through email and they got back to me saying that they're looking into it for a future patch.

    - Online Mode -
    I have very few problems with this game online. For the vast majority of the time, this game performs admirably in ranked and casual matches. Of course, there are a few hiccups every now and then, but I've only had 2 disconnects since launch and very few laggy matches.

    The worst part of the online with this game is just like with any other online game: the players themselves can easily sap the life out of the community. I had one player that seemed to follow me from one room to another. Their connection was so bad, it caused everyone else to lag when they joined. After three rooms disbanded, I added that person to my PSN blocklist and things straightened out after that.

    Overall, this game is astounding and it's easily the best 3D fighting game on PS4. If it's on your holiday shopping list, it's worth buying twice.    … Expand
  28. ShioriHaru
    Nov 19, 2018
    9
    Reassuring resurrection of the Soul Calibur series, after the disaster that was V.
    This is an attempt to please most fans, while also securing itself from a financial disaster - With that said, there is room for improvement.
    I actually like that they are reusing assets from previous Soul games, the models are glorious, and Unreal 4 is a great engine. I'm a person who doesnt like big    Reassuring resurrection of the Soul Calibur series, after the disaster that was V.
    This is an attempt to please most fans, while also securing itself from a financial disaster - With that said, there is room for improvement.
    I actually like that they are reusing assets from previous Soul games, the models are glorious, and Unreal 4 is a great engine. I'm a person who doesnt like big changes, but reversal edges and lethal hits are a nice addition, and they finally managed to make Critical Edge/Finishers bearable again    … Expand
  29. Antonio7vlel
    Nov 16, 2018
    9
    soul calibur 6 es tan bueno como los primeros soul calibur ni mas ni menos. No entiendo bien porque tantos palos contra el juego.
    algunos comentarios dicen mucho del tipo de usuario que los hace
    no se an dedicado a jugar bien el juego ni entender sus mecanicas la accion de piedra papel o tijeras no es aleatoria, es una accion defensiva o de contrataque a la que se debe saber reaccionar    soul calibur 6 es tan bueno como los primeros soul calibur ni mas ni menos. No entiendo bien porque tantos palos contra el juego.
    algunos comentarios dicen mucho del tipo de usuario que los hace
    no se an dedicado a jugar bien el juego ni entender sus mecanicas
    la accion de piedra papel o tijeras no es aleatoria, es una accion defensiva o de contrataque a la que se debe saber reaccionar poniendo atencion al movimiento del oponente ya que es un arma de doble filo.
    geralt solo es el jefe del modo arcade en el modo normal, depende la dificultad y los encuentros cambian.

    Eso si, hay que considerar que no es una produccion que deba considerarse AAA actualmente por terminar convertido en un juego muy de nicho con el tiempo, frente a otros titanes en el genero.
    No es un juego perfecto y tiene sus fallas, siertos tiempos de carga extraños en el modo historia y el clipping de la ropa en el modo edicion y que el online es sencillo. pero son defectos menores en contra parte a la profundidad jugable y diversion que da el titulo por si mismo.
    la creacion de personajes aunque imperfecta, es muy divertida y a dejado ver autenticas joyas creadas por la comunidad, basta con buscar en youtube , encontraras cientos de videos de gente disfrutando de esta caracteristica.
    este juego es una experiencia arcade pura y dura, quizas esta gente estaba buscando un juego que les de gratificacion inmediata sin tener una curva de aprendisaje , querian uno con un multijugador mas dedicado con poco juego de verdad en medio :/
    dicho esto que el juego tenga una nota de los usuarios por debajo del 5 es una verguenza
    debajo del 6 es una nota reservada solo para juegos que se caen a trozos y este no es el caso.    … Expand
  30. Wilkens
    Nov 16, 2018
    10
    Soul Calibur 6 is as as good as Soul Calibur 1 and 2, which are tied with Tekken 3 for the best fighting games ever made. The games controls and complex movesets are flawless in the way only Namco can achieve, and the single player offerings add more content for those who enjoy that type of thing. But candidly, fighting games have always been about the pvp expereince dating back to theSoul Calibur 6 is as as good as Soul Calibur 1 and 2, which are tied with Tekken 3 for the best fighting games ever made. The games controls and complex movesets are flawless in the way only Namco can achieve, and the single player offerings add more content for those who enjoy that type of thing. But candidly, fighting games have always been about the pvp expereince dating back to the arcades. And in this regard SC6 is one of the greatest games ever made. The negative reviews it has received from users on this site say more about the users than they do the game. Many years ago gamers had the patience to practice hard fighting games like Tekken and Soul Calibur and learn to become proficient. Nowadays these games are way too hard for most young gamers who want the instant gratification of easy games, or games that provide a robust online social experience with little actual gaming involved. But if you fancy the best gameplay ever developed and consider yourself up for a challenge (and I'm not talking a Dark Souls challenge, I mean a real, 1990s competitive arcade style challenge) then considering buying SC6. Whether the sales or reviews reflect it or not, it was the best game of 2018.… Expand
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#27 Best PS4 Game of 2018
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#42 Most Discussed PS4 Game of 2018
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#11 Most Shared PS4 Game of 2018

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Metascore
84

Generally favorable reviews - based on 78 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 73 out of 78
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 78
  3. Negative: 0 out of 78
  1. CD-Action
    Nov 14, 2019
    85
    A very well done fighting game – nuanced and demanding, but also fun in simple instances of waving some big swords around. [13/2018, p.70]
  2. Cubed3
    May 6, 2019
    70
    SoulCalibur VI tries to go back to its roots and mostly succeeds. It is far from being the game expected after waiting so long for the sixth entry, with low quality visuals, long loading times, and not much improvement over the same old combat, but if the return of old character favourites and that classic gameplay is what is sought after, this will do the job, with plenty to do for the solo player in story modes, although there is a lack of options outside of that.
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  3. PLAY! Zine
    Mar 6, 2019
    85
    Precise and dynamic fighting system, great looking maps and characters, and the best customization system in any fighting game to date.
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