Arc System Works unveiled the opening movie for Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls at San Diego Comic-Con, presenting the upcoming PS5 and PC fighting game with a highly stylised anime-inspired look. The reveal matters because it signals a distinct visual interpretation of Marvel characters, leaning into colourful animation and dramatic action rather than a conventional superhero-game aesthetic.

The clip shows the game’s cast posing and fighting against villains known as The Promoter and The Champion. Push Square’s editor praised the vibrant art and animation, comparing its nostalgic appeal to watching X-Men: The Animated Series, while expressing less enthusiasm for the Japanese pop-rock soundtrack; the game is due next month.