Info about MARVEL Tōkon: Fighting Souls: Official game description: MARVEL Tōkon: Fighting Souls Digital Deluxe Edition =================================================== Edition includes: * MARVEL Tōkon: Fighting Souls * Year 1 Characters and Stage Pass¹ (Includes four characters and one stage post-launch): \- Year 1 Character 1 \- Year 1 Character 2 \- Year 1 Character 3 \- Year 1 Character 4 \- Stage 1 * Howard the Duck (Lobby Avatar) and Cosmo (Lobby Pet) ¹Set of result screen character poses is available instantly. The remainder of the content for the Year 1 Character and Stage Pass is expected to be made available by 31 December 2027. MARVEL Tōkon: Fighting Souls Ultimate Edition ============================================= Edition includes: * MARVEL Tōkon: Fighting Souls * Year 1 Characters and Stage Pass¹ (Includes four characters and one stage post-launch): \- Year 1 Character 1 \- Year 1 Character 2 \- Year 1 Character 3 \- Year 1 Character 4 \- Stage 1 * Howard the Duck (Lobby Avatar) * Cosmo (Lobby Pet) * Spider-Man “Advanced Suit 2.0” Costume * Storm Punk Rock Costume * Iron Man Classic Costume * Captain America Classic Costume * Doctor Doom Supreme Ruler Costume * Animated Chromatic color unlock¹ for all 20 launch characters ¹Set of result screen character poses is available instantly. The remainder of the content for the Year 1 Character and Stage Pass is expected to be made available by 31 December 2027. Costumes available until 5 August 2027. About the Game ============== Edition includes: * MARVEL Tōkon: Fighting Souls Assemble your team of legendary Marvel characters in the ultimate 4v4 tag team fighter from PlayStation Studios, Arc System Works and Marvel Games. It’s time to build your dream team and break some spirits in blistering 4v4 fighting action. Choose from an expanding roster of 20 iconic Marvel characters at launch, each rendered in a bold new anime-inspired art style and members of their own unique teams of equally impressive heroes and villains. Experiment with team compositions to discover new combos, synergies, and strategies. Blast your way through dynamic stages based on iconic Marvel Universe locales, some featuring interactive stage transitions. Fighting is both immersive and intuitive, with a range of unique move sets, combos, and strategies to master. Adjustable controls, both traditional and quick inputs, plus easy chain combos make diving right in a breeze. Face off against a friend locally or join the fray with up to 64 players in the online² lobby, including standard VS modes. Plus, dive deep on each team with the single player Episode Mode to learn more about team dynamics and lore. ²Internet connection and account for PlayStation required. MARVEL Tōkon: Fighting Souls features a wide range of offline content, including Episode Mode, local Versus, Training Mode, All-Star Arena, Character Guides and more. The mode Arcadia Rumble is also fully playable offline, with optional online features. A PlayStation Account and internet connection are required for Online Lobby, Room Matches (Private Rooms), Ranked Matches, Casual Matches, Player Profile and other online features. PC feature ---------- **Ultra Settings** Experience the action of MARVEL Tōkon: Fighting Souls at high performance rates of 60fps (locked in battle) and super crisp 4K³ visuals. ³4K requires compatible 4K TV or display. **DualSense® controller support** Feel every super-powered blow and bombastic special move with the immersive haptic feedback of the DualSense® wireless controller. Release date: Aug 6, 2026 Categories: Fighting Game, 4v4 Tag Team Combat, Anime-inspired Gameplay, Marvel Franchise, Single-player Story, Competitive Multiplayer Feature scans: - MTX: score 15; verdict: Traditional DLC, no predatory MTX; summary: User reviews primarily complain about the cost of the season pass, early DLC announcements, and deluxe edition value, but no evidence of pay-to-win, gacha, lootboxes, currency obfuscation, or other predatory microtransactions is found. Traditional DLC and base-price complaints cannot push the score above 20 per scoring criteria override. - Proton/Linux: score 92; verdict: Unplayable on Linux; summary: The game is effectively non-functional on Linux and Steam Deck due to a deliberate choice by the developer to disable Easy Anti-Cheat's Proton support, despite the technology being readily available. Combined with misleading dismissals from community managers and heavy DRM, the game is unplayable for Linux users. Windows performance and other issues exist but the Linux/Proton barrier is the central compatibility showstopper. - Steam Deck: score 90; verdict: Broken - Unplayable on Steam Deck / Linux; summary: The game is effectively broken on Steam Deck and Linux due to deliberate blocking via Easy Anti-Cheat and Sony's overlay. Additionally, performance is poor across many systems, with crashes and high resource usage. Forced PSN account and region locking add further barriers. - Hardware Profile: - Summary: Across mid- to high-end Windows systems, performance reports are sharply divided: roughly as many players achieve smooth 60fps gameplay as those who encounter stuttering, crashes, or sub-60 framerates, indicating inconsistent optimization even on similar hardware tiers. - Sample size: 638 (42% coverage) - Audience skew: Review sample is mostly Windows-based. - Windows 12-15GB VRAM / 16-31GB RAM (mixed, 135 reports): Performance is mixed: many users report smooth 60fps gameplay, but a similar number report micro-stuttering, high CPU usage, and sub-60 framerates. - Windows <8GB VRAM / <16GB RAM (mixed, 105 reports): Reports are split: some users experience smooth performance after tweaking settings, while others describe the game as unplayable due to poor optimization and low framerates. - Windows <8GB VRAM / 16-31GB RAM (mixed, 103 reports): Feedback is divided: some players achieve 60fps, but many report CPU overload, stuttering, and framerates well below 60fps even on capable hardware. - Windows 8-11GB VRAM / 16-31GB RAM (mixed, 91 reports): Opinions vary widely: some users run the game perfectly at 60fps, while others cannot maintain 60fps even at low settings and report severe performance issues. - Windows 12-15GB VRAM / 32GB+ RAM (mixed, 40 reports): Performance is inconsistent: a large portion enjoys smooth gameplay, but many encounter frequent crashes, microstutters, and low framerates despite high-end hardware. - Windows 16GB+ VRAM / 16-31GB RAM (mixed, 33 reports): Experience is mixed: some users have a locked 60fps with no issues, while others report severe stuttering, crashes, and performance degradation regardless of settings. - Caveats: 638 of 1527 reviews expose hardware metadata.; Review sample is mostly Windows-based. Feature extractions: - Community Price: - Community fair range: $20.00 - $40.00 - Reasoning: Multiple reviews explicitly state the game is not worth its current $60-65 price tag due to performance issues and small roster, with one suggesting $20 as a fair price. Others advise waiting for a sale, implying a discounted range around $30-40. Positive reviews are conditional on technical fixes. Combined, the community considers a base price between $20 and $40 fair. - Playtime Metrics: - Game completion: N/A - Story completion: 10.0h - Session length: 5.0h - Endgame: N/A - Reasoning: The story completion metric is based on the explicit claim of a 10-hour story mode. The session length is inferred from a review reporting almost 5 consecutive hours of play, which represents a single play session; a separate labbing session of about 1 hour further supports variability but the longer session is taken as the primary evidence for typical extended play. - Time-to-fun: - Summary: The game's combat and presentation are immediately fun for most players, especially Marvel fans and fighting game newcomers, though technical issues and PSN requirements introduce early friction for some. - Stance: Fun immediately - Anchor: N/A - Time to anchor: N/A - Friction: Tutorial cannot be exited without ALT+F4; PSN mandatory sign-in requirement; Performance stuttering and frame pacing issues; No SteamOS or Linux support - Unlock drivers: N/A - Conditions: Interest in Marvel IP; Fighting game newcomer; Overlooking performance issues; High-end PC for stable performance; Willing to tolerate PSN requirement - Player Archetypes: - Casual Marvel Newcomer (buy) - Motivation: Fun and accessible entry into fighting games with beloved Marvel characters. - Playstyle: Casual, relies on auto combos, explores story and training modes, plays locally or for fun. - Experience: newcomer - Purchase stance: buy - Labels: filthy casual - Reference games: Guilty Gear; UMvC3 - Competitive Fighting Game Veteran (no buy) - Motivation: To engage in fair, high-level online competition and master the game's depth. - Playstyle: Competitive, focused on ranked matches, frame data, netcode quality, and balanced mechanics. - Experience: veteran - Purchase stance: no buy - Labels: Fighting-game Veteran; seasoned veteran - Reference games: SF6; DBFZ; Guilty Gear - Wait-and-See Player (no buy) - Motivation: To enjoy the game's potential fully once technical problems are resolved. - Playstyle: Interested in the core game but currently hampered by performance issues; waiting for a stable experience. - Experience: mixed - Purchase stance: no buy - Labels: N/A - Reference games: N/A - Marvel Loyalist (buy) - Motivation: To play as favorite Marvel characters and experience the visual style and fan service. - Playstyle: Plays for franchise love, appreciates character design and presentation, willing to overlook technical flaws. - Experience: familiar - Purchase stance: buy - Labels: devoted Marvel fan - Reference games: N/A Below are summaries of things people say about the game per category. Each point is assigned a weight that represents how often it is mentioned across all reviews. What players like: - Game is fun and amazing (weight 0.33): Players consistently describe the game as fun, amazing, and fantastic, with great gameplay that feels rewarding. This positive sentiment is widespread and forms the core of the game's appeal. - Excellent fighting game (weight 0.17): Reviewers praise the game as one of the best fighting games, especially from Arc System Works. It is considered fun, fast-paced, and great for all skill levels. - Great graphics and art style (weight 0.16): The game's graphics, art direction, and animation are praised as top-notch, gorgeous, and visually stunning. The visual presentation is a major highlight for many players. - Runs well on varied hardware (weight 0.14): The game runs well on a variety of hardware, including mid-range PCs, without requiring a high-end setup. This makes it accessible to many players. - High replay value (weight 0.13): With multiple modes, unique characters, and satisfying combat, the game has high replayability, keeping players engaged for a long time. - Unique and fun characters (weight 0.11): Characters are celebrated for their uniqueness, thoughtful design, and versatility, each feeling different to play. This adds to the game's replayability and charm. - Beginner friendly gameplay (weight 0.1): The game is accessible to newcomers, with auto combos and one-button specials making it easy to pick up. This lowers the barrier to entry for the fighting game genre. - Addictive gameplay loop (weight 0.09): The game is described as addicting, with gameplay that is fun, innovative, and approachable. Players find it hard to put down, indicating strong engagement. - Excellent music and soundtrack (weight 0.08): The music and soundtrack are highly praised as fantastic, sensational, and memorable. The audio experience complements the intense gameplay. - Variety of game modes (weight 0.08): The game offers several modes to play, going beyond just fighting, providing a rich single-player and multiplayer experience. This adds longevity. - Satisfying and rewarding combos (weight 0.08): The combo system is highlighted as satisfying, rewarding, and entertaining, making the combat feel engaging and fun. Players enjoy the depth and payoff of executing combos. - Enjoyable story mode (weight 0.06): Players are enjoying the story mode, noting it is well done and satisfying, with chapters that are fun to play through. It adds substantial single-player content. - Marvel fans will love (weight 0.05): The game is seen as a love letter to Marvel and fighting games, with a great art style and pure Marvel fun. It appeals strongly to fans of the franchise. - Great lobby system (weight 0.04): The lobby system is considered cool and incredible, with cute aesthetics that add to the overall experience. It provides a pleasant hub for players. - One of the best this year (weight 0.04): Some reviewers consider it one of the best games of the year, especially within the fighting game genre. This highlights its high quality and impact. Common complaints: - Game runs poorly on PC (weight 0.5): The game is widely reported to be poorly optimized on PC, with performance issues such as low FPS, stuttering, and crashes. Many players with systems above recommended specs still cannot maintain a stable 60fps. - Cannot maintain stable 60 FPS (weight 0.34): A significant number of players cannot achieve or maintain a stable 60 FPS, regardless of in-game settings or hardware capability. This leads to frequent frame drops and inconsistent performance. - PSN account requirement disliked (weight 0.33): The game forces players to sign in to a PlayStation Network account, even for offline play, which many find unnecessary and annoying. Sony's involvement in this requirement is also criticized. - Game is unplayable (weight 0.29): For a subset of players, the game is completely unplayable, with constant freezes, crashes, and severe lag. This is often coupled with the inability to boot the game at all on PC. - Performance terrible on high-end PCs (weight 0.28): Even on PCs that far exceed the recommended specifications, the game fails to run smoothly, often staying at 40 FPS or lower. This indicates deep optimization problems rather than hardware limitations. - Lack of Linux/Steam Deck support (weight 0.27): Many players report the game is unplayable on Linux and Steam Deck due to lack of support, particularly for anti-cheat. This is a major downside for users on those platforms. - Netcode causes rollback problems (weight 0.16): The netcode is often inconsistent, causing frequent rollback frames and stuttering during online matches. Even with good internet, players experience one-sided rollback and unplayable matches. - PC port is poorly optimized (weight 0.14): The PC port itself is criticized as being awful, with significant optimization issues and a general lack of polish. Players find the port's performance unacceptable compared to other platforms. - Online play has connectivity issues (weight 0.13): Online multiplayer suffers from connection problems, including being unplayable in some regions, long matchmaking times, and lag. These issues make the online experience frustrating for many players. - Frame drops to 40 FPS (weight 0.11): Players experience frame drops to around 40 FPS or lower, even when settings are adjusted. This makes the game feel choppy and unstable, particularly in fast-paced sequences. - Anti-cheat blocks Linux play (weight 0.05): Easy Anti-Cheat is not enabled for Linux, preventing the game from running through Proton on Steam Deck or other Linux systems. Developers have not enabled this support despite it being simple to do. - Online matchmaking broken (weight 0.05): Matchmaking appears to be broken or severely delayed, with players waiting up to 10 minutes without finding a match. This negatively impacts the multiplayer experience. - Rollback spikes during matches (weight 0.05): In online play, rollback frames can spike to 8 frames or more, making matches nearly unplayable. This often becomes one-sided if an opponent experiences a single frame drop. - High system resource usage (weight 0.04): The game is reported to use an excessive amount of CPU and memory, leading to system strain and potential performance degradation. This is especially noticeable on Windows systems. - Game fails to boot (weight 0.04): Some players cannot launch the game at all, as it fails to boot or start on their systems. This is a fundamental issue that prevents any gameplay from occurring. - PSN overlay hinders performance (weight 0.04): The PSN overlay, which is part of the mandatory account integration, is reported to affect game performance. This adds to the overall frustration with the PSN requirement. - PSN account linking unstable (weight 0.03): The process of linking a PSN account is poorly implemented on PC, with issues such as not being able to unlink or select the correct account. This makes the PSN integration more cumbersome than necessary. - Online lag with friends (weight 0.03): Playing online with friends results in significant lag, making multiplayer sessions unpleasant. This is attributed to the often poor online performance on PC. Gameplay feedback: - Fighting game with rich mechanics (weight 0.22): The game is consistently described as a fighting game with deep character movesets and a unique spin on the genre. It is a tag fighter with an assist system, combining complexity with accessibility. - Includes story and varied modes (weight 0.14): The game features a story mode with illustrations, tutorials, and additional game modes like episode mode. This provides substantial single-player content beyond standard fights. - Beginner friendly with depth (weight 0.1): The game is praised for being easy for newcomers to pick up while offering a high skill ceiling for advanced players. This balance makes it accessible to casual and competitive audiences alike. - Offers online and offline modes (weight 0.09): Players highlight the presence of both online multiplayer and offline play options. This dual-mode availability caters to different play preferences and enhances replayability. - Auto combo system included (weight 0.08): The game includes an auto combo system that simplifies execution, making it easier for novices to perform combos. This feature is separate from manual inputs, offering options for different skill levels. - Four-character active tag system (weight 0.07): The game features a tag team system where each team consists of four characters, with an active tag mechanic for switching between them. This dynamic adds strategic depth to matches. - Rollback netcode for online play (weight 0.05): The online mode benefits from rollback netcode, which helps maintain smooth connections during matches. Players note that online performance can be affected by opponents' connections. - Unique characters and visuals (weight 0.05): The game stands out for its diverse cast of unique characters and beautiful, modern art direction. This visual appeal and character design contribute to its overall quality. - Marvel IP theme (weight 0.03): The game is based on the Marvel intellectual property, featuring Marvel characters and settings. This theme is a major draw for fans of the franchise. - Lobby system with PvP matches (weight 0.03): There is a lobby system where players can engage in PvP matches. This social feature facilitates finding opponents and enhances the online experience. - Intuitive gameplay mechanics (weight 0.03): The gameplay is described as functional, intuitive, and tight, ensuring a satisfying fighting experience. This responsiveness is a key aspect of the game's quality. - Simple inputs with few drawbacks (weight 0.03): The game offers easy input options that allow for smooth combos with minimal disadvantages. This accessibility is particularly appealing to casual players. - Shared health bar for team (weight 0.03): In the 4v4 mode, all four characters share a single health bar. This shared health pool adds a unique strategic element, as damage taken affects the entire team. - Easy inputs deal less damage (weight 0.03): Simplified inputs and auto combos result in about 10% less damage compared to manual full inputs. This trade-off encourages players to learn advanced techniques for optimal output. - Supports upscaling technologies (weight 0.03): The game includes support for TSR, DLSS, and FSR upscaling technologies. This allows players to enjoy enhanced visual performance on various hardware setups. - Online requires Sony account (weight 0.03): Playing online requires a Sony account, which may be a barrier for some players. This requirement is noted as a potential hurdle to accessing online features. Performance notes: - Performance issues across platforms (weight 0.47): Many users report poor performance, including low frame rates, stuttering, and crashes, even on systems that meet or exceed recommended specifications. The game struggles to maintain a stable 60 FPS in various modes, impacting playability. - Positive performance on some systems (weight 0.31): Some reviewers report smooth performance, with a locked 60 FPS and no stuttering, particularly on high-end or mid-range PCs. These varied experiences suggest performance is highly dependent on specific hardware configurations. - Online netcode and rollback issues (weight 0.13): Several players experience online performance problems related to rollback netcode, including frequent rollback frames and instability. These issues are particularly noticeable during online matches, affecting the overall multiplayer experience. - Performance issues persist from beta (weight 0.07): Some users report that performance issues present in the beta remain unresolved in the final release. The game does not run better than the beta for all players, indicating incomplete optimization. - Lack of Linux and SteamOS support (weight 0.06): The game fails to run on Linux or SteamOS, preventing Steam Deck and Steam Machine users from playing. This lack of platform compatibility is a significant barrier for a subset of the community. - High CPU usage from anti-cheat (weight 0.04): Users experience high CPU usage and crashes, likely caused by Easy Anti-Cheat and Sony SDKs. This leads to performance problems on laptops and other systems, adding to the overall optimization concerns. - Shader pre-warming improves performance (weight 0.04): Some players find that pre-warming shaders before playing prevents stuttering and improves performance. This suggests that the game's shader compilation process is not optimized and requires a manual workaround. Recommendations: - Do not buy until fixed (weight 0.15): Multiple reviews explicitly advise against purchasing the game until major issues are resolved. The consensus is to wait for patches that address stability and performance problems before spending money. - Recommended for Marvel and fighting fans (weight 0.1): Fans of Marvel and fighting games generally recommend the title, praising its appeal to those audiences. Newcomers to fighting games also find it accessible and enjoyable. - PC version poorly optimized (weight 0.09): Reviewers on PC report crashes and technical problems, leading to a negative recommendation for the PC version specifically. The port is considered subpar and in need of optimization. - Performance issues hinder experience (weight 0.08): Many players cannot recommend the game due to performance problems, including frame rate drops and stuttering. These issues severely affect gameplay and discourage a positive review. - Overall negative recommendation (weight 0.05): Several reviews give a flat 'cannot recommend' without specifying details, indicating widespread dissatisfaction with the current state of the game. - Wait for patch before purchasing (weight 0.05): Reviewers suggest waiting for upcoming patches that could address existing issues. They see potential in the game but advise patience. - Good on high-end hardware (weight 0.04): Players with capable PCs often have a positive experience and recommend the game. The performance issues appear to be less prevalent on more powerful systems. - Avoid on Linux (weight 0.04): Linux users specifically report issues and recommend against purchasing the game until Linux support is fixed. The current state is not playable on that platform. - Do not waste money (weight 0.04): Some reviews strongly discourage any purchase, stating that spending money on the game in its current condition is not advisable. - Low-end hardware not supported (weight 0.03): Reviews indicate that the game is unlikely to run well on lower-end hardware. Players with lower specs should expect poor performance and may want to avoid the game. - Mixed feelings with warnings (weight 0.03): Some reviewers recommend the game but note that players may encounter issues. They suggest caution for those considering the purchase. - Matchmaking problems affect purchase (weight 0.03): A couple of reviews specifically mention matchmaking issues as a reason not to buy the game until it is fixed. These problems impact the online experience. - Cautious wait and see (weight 0.02): A few reviewers are non-committal, suggesting that it is best to wait and see if problems get resolved before making a purchase decision. Other player notes: - PSN account requirement criticized (weight 0.34): A large number of players complain about the mandatory PSN account requirement on PC, even for offline play. This is seen as an unnecessary restriction that limits accessibility and region availability. - No Linux or Steam Deck support (weight 0.32): The game does not support Linux, SteamOS, or the Steam Deck, with some pointing to the proprietary overlay and Easy Anti-Cheat as the reason. This has generated many negative reviews from affected users. - Unfavorable comparison to Marvel vs. Capcom (weight 0.09): Players compare the game unfavorably to the Marvel vs. Capcom franchise, feeling it is not as good and not worth the high price. Some also compare it to Marvel Rivals in terms of presentation. - Game price considered too high (weight 0.08): Several players feel the game is overpriced, with costs exceeding $80 or even $100. The high price is often cited as a reason for not recommending the game. - Blamed Sony for optimization issues (weight 0.04): Some players attribute the game's performance problems to Sony's involvement, blaming the company for poor optimization. This adds to the frustration among the user base. - Comparison to Helldivers 2 PSN controversy (weight 0.04): Players reference Helldivers 2, which faced a similar PSN requirement and reversed it after backlash, suggesting this game should do the same. The comparison highlights the community's negative sentiment. Emotions: - Frustration (weight 0.31): Players are overwhelmingly frustrated by severe performance problems, including frequent crashes, stuttering, and failure to maintain 60 FPS even on high-end hardware. The PC port is widely criticized for poor optimization, and mandatory PSN integration adds to the anger, especially for players on Linux and Steam Deck. The online experience is also a major source of frustration due to unstable netcode, high rollback frames, and issues caused by other players' low frame rates. - Disappointment (weight 0.15): Many players are disappointed because the game, despite being highly anticipated and featuring excellent gameplay, launched with a poorly optimized PC port and numerous technical issues. The lack of Linux support and forced PSN requirements further diminish the experience, especially for those who cannot play or had to refund. The gap between the quality of the game itself and the state of its release is a recurring theme of disappointment. - Satisfaction (weight 0.08): Satisfaction arises when the game runs smoothly at 60 FPS without performance issues, often on high-end hardware. Players who experience no technical problems and enjoy the combat and overall presentation express satisfaction, sometimes noting that the game performs better than the beta. The game's rewarding combos and polished mechanics contribute to this positive sentiment. - Enjoyment (weight 0.07): Enjoyment stems from the fun gameplay, engaging story mode, and overall design that appeals to fans of fighting games. Players who have no performance issues often have a great time with the game's combos, characters, and online matches. The sense of fun is enhanced by the game's accessibility and the excitement of learning its systems. - Excitement (weight 0.06): Excitement is driven by the game's fast-paced, chaotic action and the appeal of Marvel characters, which generates high levels of anticipation and hype. Players are eager to master the game's depth, explore its story mode, and engage in online matches, often declaring it their new main game. The game's stunning visuals and engaging combat fuel this excitement, especially among those who have been waiting years to play certain characters. - Anger (weight 0.06): Anger is primarily directed at Sony and Arcsys for forcing PSN account requirements, lacking Linux support, and delivering a poorly optimized PC port. Players feel deceived and blame the companies for sabotaging the game's potential, especially with kernel-level anti-cheat and online lag affecting even high-end systems. The mandatory PlayStation sign-in is seen as invasive and objectionable. - Annoyance (weight 0.03): Annoyance is sparked by minor but persistent issues such as forced account linking, input controls that cannot be disabled, and display settings that are not saved. The requirement to have a PlayStation account on Steam is considered pointless and irritating, and some players are annoyed by excessive vibration or motion sickness caused by the camera. These small grievances add up, detracting from the overall experience. - Love (weight 0.02): Love for the game comes from its enjoyable characters, fighting system, and overall design, which resonates with players despite technical flaws. Expressing enthusiasm with phrases like 'plays awesome' and 'enjoying the game' indicates a deep positive connection. The game's premise, music, and animation are also cited as reasons for affection. - Frustrated (weight 0.02): Frustration is directed at the game's inability to run stably even on recommended specs, poor optimization, and netcode issues that affect online play. Players are frustrated by rollback frames, feeling they are fighting the connection rather than the opponent. The requirement to install Windows and still face problems exacerbates this frustration for some users. - Hope (weight 0.02): Hope arises from the belief that Arcsys will address performance problems and improve the PC port with patches. Players express optimism that the game will become better optimized, allowing more people to enjoy it, and some are willing to stick with the game despite current issues. This forward-looking perspective is fostered by the game's core quality and the developer's reputation. - Disappointed (weight 0.02): Disappointment is expressed when the game fails to meet expectations, particularly regarding performance and online stability. The PC version's stuttering, lack of Linux support, and forced PSN account requirements are major letdowns for players who wanted to enjoy the game. Even though the game is fun, technical issues make it almost unplayable, undermining the overall experience. - Admiration (weight 0.01): Admiration is felt for the game's stunning visual presentation, including its art style, character designs, and animation quality. The game is considered a love letter to MARVEL and fighting games, with high praise for its graphics and the way it meets expectations from Arcsys. The overall presentation is described as incredible. - Concern (weight 0.01): Concern is expressed over the game's poor optimization and potential online matchmaking problems. Players worry about the experience for those on recommended specs and hope the game improves for all users. There is anxiety about netplay issues and whether the game will receive necessary performance updates. - Appreciation (weight 0.01): Appreciation is shown for the game's high quality, from its art direction and roster to its well-built gameplay and story. Players appreciate features like Deadpool's references and the overall polish of the game. The positive reception highlights the game's strengths despite its technical issues. - Sadness (weight 0.01): Sadness stems from the inability to enjoy the game due to performance problems, lack of Linux support, or the need to refund it. Players feel emotional about not being able to play a game they were excited about, especially when it runs poorly or is inaccessible on their platform. The game's good qualities make its inaccessibility more heartbreaking. - Confusion (weight 0.01): Confusion arises from unexplained technical issues, such as bizarre glitches, crashes, and unexpected variations in rollback frames. Players are also confused by the game being review bombed, wondering why it received such negative attention when their experience was different. The lack of clear causes for performance problems adds to the confusion. - Relief (weight 0.01): Relief is felt when the game performs better than expected, especially after beta issues. Players are relieved to find that frame rate issues are resolved and that their arcade stick works properly after adjusting settings. A pleasant surprise that the game is not a cash grab, but offers a stacked roster, also brings relief. - Sympathy (weight 0.01): Sympathy is expressed for players who encounter performance issues and lack of Linux support, acknowledging that the game does not run well for everyone. This empathy is extended to those with poor PC specs who struggle to enjoy the game. The contrast between smooth runs on some systems and poor performance on others evokes sympathy for affected players. - Annoyed (weight 0.01): Annoyance is triggered by the need to log into a PlayStation account repeatedly, with no option to unlink or choose the correct account. Performance issues such as high CPU usage on minimum settings also contribute to irritation. These annoyances are seen as unnecessary, especially on PC where such requirements are unexpected.}