Players select a warrior and fight through a sequence of one-on-one matches. The objective is to deplete the opponent’s health before the round timer expires, with victories advancing the player through the tournament.

Combat takes place on a single 2D plane. Players move, jump, block, attack, and use character-specific special techniques. The arcade version is built around single-player progression and competitive two-player matches, while rounds and match results determine advancement through the encounter ladder.

Learn the range and recovery of the chosen fighter’s normal attacks before relying on special techniques. Staying at a useful distance is important because many exchanges are decided by reach and timing rather than repeated attack input.

Watch the opponent’s jump and recovery animations. Block cautiously, punish missed attacks, and avoid spending the entire round at the edge of the screen, where movement options become limited.