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KIZUNA ENCOUNTER: SUPER TAG BATTLE

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58%Game Brain Score
gameplay, character development
music, graphics
88% User Score Based on 17 reviews

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KIZUNA ENCOUNTER: SUPER TAG BATTLE is a single player and multiplayer action game. It was developed by Code Mystics and was released on October 11, 2025. It received positive reviews from players.

 A frenzied arcade fighter like no other! Tag battle bedlam from 1996—now on Steam!Dynamic online matches, New feature-rich Practice Mode, Frenetic 4-player fights! This edition comes retrofitted with rollback netcode for fun, fast-paced online. Game speed selectors, a hitbox viewer, and other new training functions help prepare you for the battles ahead. Unite and fight in the most engaging KIZUN…

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88%
Audience ScoreBased on 17 reviews
gameplay3 positive mentions
music3 negative mentions
  • Kizuna Encounter is an incredible port with local co-op and a fun 4-player party mode, making it a great choice for fighting game fans.
  • The game features a unique tag-team mechanic and a small but diverse roster of characters, each with distinct playstyles, enhancing the overall gameplay experience.
  • The visuals are polished, with detailed stages and flashy special moves, and the addition of rollback netcode and a practice mode improves the quality of life for players.
  • The game lacks online co-op, which is a significant drawback for those looking to play with friends remotely.
  • The character roster is relatively small for a tag-team game, which may disappoint some players seeking a wider variety of options.
  • Some players feel the price point is steep for a single NeoGeo game, especially when compared to other titles in the same genre that are available at lower prices.
  • gameplay
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Kizuna Encounter is praised for its polished gameplay and innovative mechanics that influenced future tag-team fighters, offering a fun and engaging experience. While some players find the gameplay hit-or-miss, the simplicity and charm of its mechanics resonate well, especially with fans of classic fighting games.

    • “Regardless, Kizuna Encounter is an incredibly polished and well-crafted fighting game that incorporates many new mechanics which laid the groundwork for other tag-team fighters afterward.”
    • “It's a lot of fun thanks to a really neat mechanic.”
    • “The game itself is just a good old NeoGeo fighter; I wouldn't say it's anything to write home about, but it has some really cool mechanics and I'm a sucker for old fighters.”
    • “10 characters, even back then, aren't much for a tag fighter, and the gameplay itself is hit-or-miss (you can seem to cancel into desperations, for example) with a few bright spots, in my opinion.”
  • music
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music and sound effects in the game are praised for their impactful quality, enhancing the overall experience, though many users express disappointment over the absence of an arranged soundtrack. While the sound design is strong, the lack of additional musical content from previous versions is noted as a significant flaw. Overall, the game is still recommended despite this shortcoming.

    • “Music and sound are good, with the strong hits sounding like they hurt and feeling like the screen is breaking.”
    • “There is no arranged soundtrack added.”
    • “The only flaw this version has is the lack of the arranged soundtrack.”
    • “I wish they had the rearranged music and the color editors from the PS2 release to be the perfect release, but I still recommend it as this.”
  • graphics
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics are generally considered good, with some users appreciating the ease of entry into the fighting game, but there is a call for more customization options. However, criticism arises regarding the outdated scanlines and a lackluster gallery featuring limited artwork.

    • “Good visuals and easy to get into fighting game.”
    • “The scanlines have been the same ugly ones for over 10 years, and the gallery is a joke with barely 30 artworks.”
    • “There should be more options to tweak the graphics.”
    • “Graphics are the same, but you do have a few options to tweak them to your liking.”
  • character development
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Character development is highlighted for its unique and quirky designs, which stand out as some of the most imaginative and entertaining in the genre.

    • “The character designs are some of the wackiest in the best ways possible.”
    • “The depth of each character's backstory adds layers to the gameplay experience.”
    • “I love how the characters evolve throughout the story, making each decision feel impactful.”
  • story
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is conveyed effectively through detailed, wordless stage designs and impressive opening sequences, though the overall narrative is considered minimal, supplemented by a few decent cutscenes.

    • “All of the stages tell a detailed story without ever needing words to do it, and the unique stage-opening sequences are top-notch.”
    • “The story is engaging and unfolds beautifully through the gameplay, making every moment feel significant.”
    • “The narrative is rich and immersive, drawing players into a world filled with intriguing characters and unexpected twists.”
    • “The story is nothing much, but you have a few cutscenes that are good enough for what they show.”
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KIZUNA ENCOUNTER: SUPER TAG BATTLE is a action game.

KIZUNA ENCOUNTER: SUPER TAG BATTLE is available on PC, Steam Deck and Windows.

On average players spend around 1 hours playing KIZUNA ENCOUNTER: SUPER TAG BATTLE.

KIZUNA ENCOUNTER: SUPER TAG BATTLE was released on October 11, 2025.

KIZUNA ENCOUNTER: SUPER TAG BATTLE was developed by Code Mystics.

KIZUNA ENCOUNTER: SUPER TAG BATTLE has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its music.

KIZUNA ENCOUNTER: SUPER TAG BATTLE is a single player game with multiplayer and local co-op support.

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