Akira Yuki
A disciplined martial artist who uses Bajiquan and serves as the game's central character.
Documented for this version
Which controls does this version use?
Actions
Joystick | Move the fighter The joystick supports eight directions. |
|---|---|
Punch | Punch |
Kick | Kick |
Guard | Guard |
PunchGuard | Attempt a throw Requires close range and appropriate timing. |
Control notes
The arcade cabinet uses an eight-way joystick and three action buttons: Punch, Kick, and Guard.
Directional inputs modify attacks and movement.
Exact move commands vary by fighter.
How it plays
How does Virtua Fighter play?
Matches are viewed from a dynamic third-person 3D perspective. The objective is to defeat an opponent within the time limit by reducing their health or knocking them out of the ring.
Players move with an eight-way joystick and use Punch, Kick, and Guard buttons. Attacks can be combined with directional inputs, while throws and defensive techniques depend on timing and proximity. The single-player arcade route consists of successive character battles followed by a final encounter with Dural.
Plan your run
What is the best way to play Virtua Fighter?
Learn the timing of Guard before relying on attacks. Short directional attacks are safer than repeatedly using the same long sequence.
Stay aware of the ring edge: a throw or knockback can win a round immediately. Practice one reliable throw and one punish for each fighter, then adjust spacing instead of attacking continuously.
Meet the cast
Who are the key characters?
Pai Chan
A skilled actress and martial artist specializing in the Hakkyoku-ken style.
Lau Chan
A powerful master of martial arts and Pai Chan's father.
Wolf Hawkfield
A professional wrestler built around powerful throws and close-range attacks.
Jeffry McWild
An Australian professional wrestler and fisherman with strong grappling techniques.
Kage-Maru
A ninja fighter who combines speed, evasive movement, and jujutsu.
Sarah Bryant
A fast martial artist who uses Jeet Kune Do.
Jacky Bryant
Sarah's brother, a racing driver and Jeet Kune Do practitioner.
Dural
A metallic final boss that combines techniques from the playable fighters.
Documented inputs
What cheats and unlocks are documented?
Defeat all opponents in the single-player arcade run.Doing so leads to the final battle against the hidden boss Dural.
Before you begin
What should you know before playing?
- 1
Guarding and ring position are as important as damage output.
- 2
Use throws when an opponent remains close and predictable.
- 3
Watch the opponent's recovery before attempting a counterattack.
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