Kim
A fast technical fighter who relies on quick kicks, mobility, and pressure strings.
Documented for this version
Which controls does this version use?
Actions
Joystick | Move, crouch, and jump |
|---|---|
A | Light punch |
B | Light kick |
C | Heavy punch |
D | Heavy kick |
Control notes
Arcade cabinet button labels and layouts can vary by machine.
Character-specific special-move inputs are not listed here because they vary by fighter.
How it plays
How does Kizuna Encounter: Super Tag Battle play?
Each match is a side-view, one-on-one fight between two-person teams. The active fighter attacks, blocks, jumps, performs special moves, and can call in the partner through the game’s tag mechanics. Victory requires defeating both members of the opposing team.
Fights take place in bounded arenas with ring-related positioning and close-range exchanges. Players learn normal attacks, command inputs, defensive timing, and character-specific special techniques, then use the tag system to manage damage and momentum across a sequence of matches.
Plan your run
What is the best way to play Kizuna Encounter: Super Tag Battle?
Protect the partner’s remaining life rather than treating a tag as a free reset. Switch with enough space to avoid handing the opponent an easy punish, and use the character with the better matchup for the current situation.
Learn the reach and recovery of each fighter’s basic attacks before relying on special moves. Staying near the stage boundary can make movement and tagging more predictable, but careless corner pressure can also leave the active fighter trapped.
Meet the cast
Who are the key characters?
Sonia
A balanced close-to-mid-range combatant with fast movement and combo-oriented attacks.
Mondo
A heavy power character with strong damage and commanding close-range presence.
Hong Kong
A practical hand-to-hand fighter built around short-range pressure and stable offense.
Before you begin
What should you know before playing?
- 1
Practice tag timing and partner safety before attempting long arcade runs.
- 2
Use short, reliable attacks until the opponent’s recovery pattern is understood.
Community discussion
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