Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls is the 4v4 tag team fighter developed by Arc System Works, published by PlayStation Publishing and Marvel Games, launching on August 6, 2026 for PS5 and PC. From the team behind Guilty Gear Strive and Dragon Ball FighterZ, this is the most ambitious Marvel fighting game in years: 20 playable characters at launch organized into fixed teams of four, an anime-inspired visual style built on Unreal Engine 5, and an Episode Mode that tells distinct stories through each team's campaign.
What Is Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls?
PlayStation Studios, Arc System Works, and Marvel Games joined forces to create a tag team fighter that reimagines Marvel characters with jaw-dropping visuals, a heart-pounding soundtrack, and intuitive mechanics. The core format is 4v4: you assemble a team of four Marvel characters and switch between them mid-fight in real time. The game features 20 playable characters at launch, divided into five fixed teams of four. Each team has a dedicated Episode Mode story.
The first fully revealed team is the Unbreakable X-Men: Storm, Wolverine, Magik, and Danger. Other confirmed characters include Spider-Man, Iron Man, Captain America, Doctor Doom, Ms. Marvel, and Ghost Rider. A Year 1 Character and Stage Pass adds four more fighters and one stage post-launch.
The game is directed by Kazuto Sekine, runs on Unreal Engine 5, and releases worldwide on August 6, 2026 (Japan: August 7). Ratings: T for Teen (ESRB) and PEGI 12.
Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls Price
Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls costs $59.99 on Steam (Standard Edition). Three editions are available:
| Edition | Price | Key Addition |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | $59.99 | Base game, all 20 launch characters |
| Digital Deluxe | $84.99 | Bonus cosmetics and lobby items |
| Ultimate | $99.99 | Year 1 Pass + full costume pack |
Pre-order bonus (all editions, before August 6, 2026):
- Infinity Gauntlet (Lobby Equipment)
- Baby Groot (Lobby Pet)
- Cosmic Surfboard (Lobby Ride)
Pre-order bonuses are redeemable until August 5, 2027.
Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls on Steam
Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls is available for pre-purchase on Steam (App ID: 3787240) at store.steampowered.com. The Steam version is fully cross-play with PS5. DualSense Controllers are supported via USB on PC without additional setup.
The game is also available on the Epic Games Store. Both storefronts participated in the Open Beta and receive the same post-launch content simultaneously.
Steam tags: Action, Casual, 2D Fighter, Arcade, eSports, Spectacle Fighter, 2.5D, Anime, Comic Book, Team-Based, Local Multiplayer, Online Multiplayer, Superhero.
All Editions Explained
Standard Edition ($59.99)
Base game with all 20 launch characters, full Episode Mode for each team, online ranked and casual modes, and local multiplayer. Includes pre-order bonuses if purchased before launch.
Digital Deluxe Edition ($84.99)
Everything in Standard plus bonus cosmetics and lobby customization items. Does not include the Year 1 Character and Stage Pass.
Ultimate Edition ($99.99)
The most complete package. Includes:
- Base game
- Year 1 Characters and Stage Pass (4 post-launch characters + 1 stage + result screen poses, expected through December 2027)
- Howard the Duck Lobby Avatar
- Cosmo Lobby Pet
- Spider-Man Advanced Suit 2.0 Costume
- Storm Punk Rock Costume
- Iron Man Classic Costume
- Captain America Classic Costume
- Doctor Doom Supreme Ruler Costume
- Animated Chromatic color unlock for all 20 launch characters
The result screen character poses are available immediately. The four post-launch characters and stage are expected by December 31, 2027.
Is There a Collector's Edition?
As of July 2026, no physical Collector's Edition with physical merchandise has been officially announced. The Ultimate Edition at $99.99 is the highest available tier. Follow official PlayStation and Marvel Games channels for any future announcements.
Open Beta: How to Sign Up and Play
Open Beta: July 24 to 26, 2026
- Dates: July 24, 12:00 a.m. PT to July 26, 11:59 p.m. PT
- Platforms: PS5 and PC (Steam + Epic Games Store)
- Sign-up required: No. The beta is open to everyone, no registration needed.
- Download: Available from the game pages on PlayStation Store, Steam, and Epic Games Store from July 24.
What is playable in the Open Beta:
- 15-character playable roster
- Training mode
- Casual and ranked online matches
- 6 stages
- 3 chapters of The Amazing Guardians' Episode Mode
No pre-order, PlayStation Plus subscription, or prior registration is required. This is the definitive opportunity to test the game's mechanics, the 4v4 system, and your PC's performance before launch.
Previous Closed Betas
Two PS5-exclusive Closed Betas ran before the Open Beta via the PlayStation Beta Program. Players who participated in previous Closed Betas were automatically registered for subsequent rounds. The Closed Beta period is now concluded.
Full Launch Roster
20 characters organized into 5 fixed teams of 4, each with a dedicated Episode Mode campaign:
- The Unbreakable X-Men: Storm, Wolverine, Magik, Danger
- The Amazing Guardians: Spider-Man, Ms. Marvel, Ghost Rider, Captain America
- Additional teams include Iron Man, Doctor Doom, and others
The Open Beta features 15 of the 20 launch characters. The full roster is playable from August 6.
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Pro Tips
- Play the Open Beta before buying: No sign-up needed. Test the game on your hardware before spending $59 to $99.
- Choose Ultimate only if you plan to play through 2027: The Year 1 Pass spreads across 18 months. If you are unsure of your long-term interest, start with Standard.
- Pre-order before August 6 for three free cosmetics: If you are buying at launch anyway, pre-ordering the day before costs nothing extra and adds the Infinity Gauntlet, Baby Groot, and Cosmic Surfboard.
- Set up ExitLag during the Open Beta: Test your connection against actual game servers during the beta window before the full game releases.
Common Mistakes
- Confusing Digital Deluxe with Ultimate: Only the Ultimate Edition includes the Year 1 Character and Stage Pass. Digital Deluxe at $84.99 does not.
- Buying blind without playing the Open Beta: A free, open, no-sign-up beta runs July 24 to 26. There is no reason to buy a $100 game without testing it during that window.
- Skipping pre-order bonuses when buying at launch anyway: Pre-ordering the day before launch costs nothing extra and guarantees three free cosmetics.
Quick Reference
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Developer | Arc System Works |
| Publisher | PlayStation Publishing / Marvel Games |
| Engine | Unreal Engine 5 |
| Release Date | August 6, 2026 (WW) |
| Platforms | PS5, PC (Steam + Epic Games Store) |
| Standard Price | $59.99 |
| Digital Deluxe | $84.99 |
| Ultimate Edition | $99.99 |
| Launch Roster | 20 characters in 5 teams of 4 |
| Open Beta | July 24 to 26 (no sign-up needed) |
| Year 1 Pass | 4 characters + 1 stage through Dec 2027 |
| Cross-Play | Yes (PS5 + PC) |
| ESRB | T for Teen |
| PEGI | 12 |
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