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Soul Edge

Fighting Hack and slash/Beat 'em up Arcade Action Fantasy Historical
81
User Score
76 ratings
83
Critic Score
1 reviews
February 20, 1996
Released 11026 days ago
Arcade

About

Soul Edge is a 3D arcade fighting game and the first in the Soul series, it is one of the first 3D fighting game in history that place a particular emphasis on the story of the fighters. Each character have their own weapon, allowing for a wide range of play styles. The slower, longer ranged characters try to deliver their heavy blows from a distance whereas the quicker, faster characters try to get in as close as possible and deliver quick-hitting attacks.

Storyline

In the 16th century, an extremely powerful sword named Soul Edge surfaces and attracts evil warriors from around the world who want its power. From America to Europe to Japan, these warriors fight each other for the chance to obtain it.

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Release Dates by Platform

Arcade Worldwide
Feb 20, 1996
Arcade Worldwide
Jun 8, 1996

Game Info

Developer
Project Soul
Publisher
Namco
Game Modes
Single player, Multiplayer, Split screen
Perspective
Side view
Genres
Fighting Hack and slash/Beat 'em up Arcade
Themes
Action Fantasy Historical

Multiplayer

Split-screen Yes

Languages

Text / Subtitles
English

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