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Nonetheless, the production values are high, and it serves as a deep dive into the series’ complex narrative universe, tying together old threads while introducing new characters who would become mainstays in later entries.

Enthusiasts say that fighting games are all about gameplay, but I cannot ignore what this game does with its graphics even in my horrid CRT monitor and bad system specs.

It's the same great game as it is on consoles, with better graphics in-game, and some welcome changes for a PC port.

But in all seriousness, as a metalhead, I couldn't be more pleased with this games' soundtrack.

The inclusion of local multiplayer and online play ensures that the game’s competitive potential is fully realized, though early versions of its online lobbies and matchmaking systems were somewhat clunky compared to modern standards.

In total it's a pretty small fighter roster, but considering it's the series' first jump to 3D and the game will have 6 more characters when the new installment comes out (Johnny, Dizzy, Jam, Jack'O, Kum, and Raven), it's not such a big flaw, especially with so many unique and interesting characters.