In many ways, there’s no genre of video game quite as pure as the fighter. Generally, there’s just you, your opponent, and a can of whup-ass just waiting to be opened. Maybe also a fancy dynamic background with hippos waving their asses at you or something, but that’s optional.
Watching two equally-skilled players going at it in a fighting game can be a real thing of beauty, a true test of ability that video games often lack. To hear a fighter fan tell it, there have been bouts between greats that rival any iconic boxing match you care to mention.
With the likes of Evo showcasing the talents of players to fans around the world, it’s clear that players take their fighting games super seriously. But how well do you know the genre? Give our quiz a go and let’s find out. How Well Do You Know These Classic Fighting Games?