Matches take place in side-view arenas with two fighters sharing a single combat space. The objective is to deplete the opponent’s life bar before time expires, usually by winning the required number of rounds.

Players move, jump, crouch, attack, block, throw, and perform character-specific special moves. Arcade-style progression leads through a series of opponents and ends with a boss encounter, while versus play supports direct matches against another player.

Learn the spacing of each fighter’s normal attacks before relying on special moves. Blocking and punishing missed attacks is safer than attacking continuously, especially against later opponents.

Use jumps carefully, vary high and low attacks, and save the strongest moves for confirmed openings. In versus matches, watch the opponent’s habits and avoid repeating the same approach.