{"id":433623,"date":"2023-11-30T11:34:17","date_gmt":"2023-11-30T17:34:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.destructoid.com\/?p=433623"},"modified":"2023-11-30T11:34:23","modified_gmt":"2023-11-30T17:34:23","slug":"all-major-upcoming-2024-fighting-games-and-beyond","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.destructoid.com\/all-major-upcoming-2024-fighting-games-and-beyond\/","title":{"rendered":"All major upcoming 2024 fighting games and beyond"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The 2024 fighting games schedule seems to be eclipsed by 2023’s Street Fighter 6<\/em> and Mortal Kombat 1<\/em><\/a>. However, this year does have some knockouts to be aware of, especially Tekken 8. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

2024 bound releases:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Under Night In-Birth 2<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The last chapter of the Hollow Night storyline Under Night In-Birth 2<\/em> begins on January 24<\/strong>. With it brings rollback netcode, three new intriguing characters<\/a>, and intense 2D anime action. Unfortunately, it seems like there’s no cross-play<\/a>. However, there are new battle mechanics to figure out, including Creeping Edge and Celestial Vorpal that should spice up the sequel’s gameplay. Those who haven’t played the game may be happy to know there are simple combos in the game that only require taps of one button. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Tekken 8 <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Publisher Bandai Namco is starting off with a bang with Tekken 8<\/a> <\/em>on January 26<\/strong>. Each punch, kick, and eye laser looks stunning in Unreal Engine 5. It also introduces new characters such as the stylish French fighter Victor<\/a> and the coffee-obsessed Azucena<\/a>. Leo<\/a>‘s looking stylish too, and will be my main! A new mode called Arcade Quest hopefully keeps us entertained for many hours after we finish the main storyline as well, which has Kazuya and Jin fighting for supremacy. Read more in our hands-on impressions<\/a> for the game.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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MultiVersus<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The platform fighter MultiVersus <\/em>is supposedly making its grand return in 2024. It’s a Warner Bros-themed fighting game that was in open beta in 2023 before closing down temporarily<\/a>. The concept’s so wild that you can have Shaggy turn into a Super Saiyan-like being and pummel The Iron Giant. He definitely doesn’t need a Scooby Snack after that.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The game regularly stills sees discussion to this day, despite the servers getting shut off months ago. There seems to be genuine interest in the title returning. Hopefully, Player First Games can nail the landing and have MultiVersus <\/em>becoming a great free-to-play alternative to the Super Smash Bros. <\/em>series. Fingers crossed it can make a comeback in 2024 after taking a break. We think it has a bright future<\/a> if done right.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Rivals 2<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Another platform fighter emerges in 2024: the sequel to Rivals of Aether. <\/em>The 2D pixel-style of the first game is transformed into a 3D glow-up. The game’s Steam page<\/a> says it will be part of “the next generation of platform fighters.” The sequel seems to be an improvement with the addition of shields, ledges, grabs, and throws. It also has three new special moves for each character. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

At the time of writing, Rivals 2<\/em> is seeking funding via KickStarter<\/a> with fans more than tripling the initial pledge goal. Thanks to this, we’ll be getting at least nine characters in the initial roster. It’s also going to have rollback netcode from day one. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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