Virtua Fighter 5 Ultimate Showdown

 PlayStation 4
  • Publisher: Sega
  • Release Date: Jun 1, 2021
User Score
6.6

Mixed or average reviews- based on 55 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 26 out of 55
  2. Mixed: 13 out of 55
  3. Negative: 16 out of 55

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  1. ronancast
    Jun 10, 2021
    9
    It's a very solid game, smash botons does not work here.
    You will need to take some time in practice mode to learn the basics and to get more and more deeper in some character. I have a lot of good battles, because the game let you to choose to fight against some level players that you.
    The new graphics is good, but you need to deseable the HDR in the Ps5 menu to experience the real    It's a very solid game, smash botons does not work here.
    You will need to take some time in practice mode to learn the basics and to get more and more deeper in some character. I have a lot of good battles, because the game let you to choose to fight against some level players that you.
    The new graphics is good, but you need to deseable the HDR in the Ps5 menu to experience the real colors. Some hairs are poor, but in general the graphics are good.
    It's a very deep game, but, you need to have patience to apreciate.
    I beg that Sega make Virtua Fighter 6 some day.    … Expand
  2. FQN
    Jun 5, 2021
    10
    O melhor jogo de luta 3D voltou, agora todo refeito na parte gráfica para agradar essa geração que só tem atenção por resoluções. O gameplay continua o mesmo de sempre e não poderia ser diferente, pois VF é primoroso na parte de mecânicas de luta. Como todo fan de Virtua Fighter costuma dizer, Virtua Fighter é fácil de aprender, difícil de dominar. Essa versão Ultimate Shodown é focada noO melhor jogo de luta 3D voltou, agora todo refeito na parte gráfica para agradar essa geração que só tem atenção por resoluções. O gameplay continua o mesmo de sempre e não poderia ser diferente, pois VF é primoroso na parte de mecânicas de luta. Como todo fan de Virtua Fighter costuma dizer, Virtua Fighter é fácil de aprender, difícil de dominar. Essa versão Ultimate Shodown é focada no on-line competitivo. A Sega corajosamente lançou o jogo exclusivo para assinantes da PLUS. Essa decisão desagradou os fans de Xbox e PC. Porém pode ser um exclusivo temporário. Apesar disso, joguei 100 partidas online e não tive zero problemas de lag Ou esperar muito tempo por uma partida… Expand
  3. BrbImCarrying
    Jun 4, 2021
    9
    There was never that many people playing virtua fighter at the same time. Its a good thing for the serie. Most other fighting game got their current gen version but for the fans of virtua fighter like me there was no way of replaying the game. I dont keep old hardware like the 360 etc..its free so the haters..stop complaining..go spends 300$ of skins in doa
  4. deicerniauskas
    Jun 7, 2021
    10
    I just forgot how technical and deep the combat mechanics are in VF. After booting up this on ps5 I realised how much I missed VF series. Trully a joy
  5. chefmacedo
    Jun 8, 2021
    10
    Super Fun!
    Offline matches are quickly and every stage increases the level of the opponent, making hard to bet all while is a good challenger. At the same time everyday changes, the lineup for you to fight.
    Online you have to level up every character instead of your profile, therefore you have to use different fighters if you want to show that you are really good. I love this retro game    Super Fun!
    Offline matches are quickly and every stage increases the level of the opponent, making hard to bet all while is a good challenger. At the same time everyday changes, the lineup for you to fight.
    Online you have to level up every character instead of your profile, therefore you have to use different fighters if you want to show that you are really good.
    I love this retro game and enjoy playing old fight game online, especially in the pandemic where you can't receive anyone in your house, different of the old days    … Expand
  6. MurderMaterial
    Jun 3, 2021
    10
    Arguably the greatest, most erll-balanced fighter of all time, netcode that allows cross-continental online play with zero lag, updated with completely redone current-gen graphics, and it's FREE? If you're a fg player and you don't grab this game then you're just plain stupid.
  7. Carlf123
    Jun 7, 2021
    10
    Great game! Very fluid once you learn the mechanics. Love the characters. Can't wait to see what else they add!
  8. Semrosto
    Sep 9, 2022
    8
    The game's visuals are impressive. The gameplay remains rich and balanced. The Virtua Fighter franchise still has a lot to teach other fighting games.
  9. Hilarious
    Jul 23, 2022
    9
    I had more fun time playing VR online than all MK, Tekken, SF combine. The characters are cool, and there is so much depth to the mechanics. It would be 10/10 but there are not many people playing this game at the moment.
  10. FilipeGoncalves
    Apr 9, 2022
    10
    Great game. The only issue is the net code and the lack o balance (choose wisely) between the characters.
    Some have all the pearks other have... some..

    Only online. For some weird reason, u will reach a point where u only mach with higher ranks (like 5 to 10 lvls higher)
    Arcade stick recommended.

    All this issues remobe most of the fun, i reach a point where iam playing just for the platinum
  11. Gamer1994
    Sep 28, 2021
    10
    A very balanced fighter. Good remaster for a old game, the netcode is acceptable. Could have been better. But the cast of characters and nostalgic graphics makes this an awesome game for me

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#21 Most Discussed PS4 Game of 2021

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Metascore
77

Generally favorable reviews - based on 32 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 22 out of 32
  2. Mixed: 10 out of 32
  3. Negative: 0 out of 32
  1. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Feb 16, 2022
    60
    Virtua Fighter is a nostalgic trip to the arcades in the 21st century. If you want to quickly kick a friend's ass during a friendly meeting, this is definitely a good choice. If you expect discovering deep mechanics or an extraordinary experience from the game, too bad, because you won’t find them.
  2. PLAY
    Jul 5, 2021
    70
    It might be a lean offering, but it’s great to 7 see Virtua Fighter return, with mechanics that have aged surprisingly well – if matches play properly. [Issue#3, p.151]
  3. GameCritics
    Jun 22, 2021
    85
    So, while this offering is missing options relating to customization and the netcode is just acceptable rather than industry leading, this is still a fighting game that has absolutely stood the test of time. It feels as fresh now as it ever has, and while it may not be Virtua Fighter 6, having an active Virtua Fighter online scene in the modern era is absolutely priceless.
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