Fighting Game Anniversaries
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Inspired by OnThisDayGaming. This account will tweet out anniversaries of fighting game releases/announcements from EST.
24 years ago today, Garou: Mark of the Wolves was released on the Dreamcast in NA. It was developed by SNK and published by Agetec.
November 23, 2025 at 6:49 AM
24 years ago today, Garou: Mark of the Wolves was released on the Dreamcast in NA. It was developed by SNK and published by Agetec.
Tekken Hybrid is a bundle of Tekken that contains the following content:
-Tekken Tag Tournament HD
-Tekken: Blood Vengeance in 3D Blu-Ray format
-Tekken Tag Tournament 2 Demo Ver.
-Tekken Tag Tournament HD
-Tekken: Blood Vengeance in 3D Blu-Ray format
-Tekken Tag Tournament 2 Demo Ver.
November 23, 2025 at 4:59 AM
Tekken Hybrid is a bundle of Tekken that contains the following content:
-Tekken Tag Tournament HD
-Tekken: Blood Vengeance in 3D Blu-Ray format
-Tekken Tag Tournament 2 Demo Ver.
-Tekken Tag Tournament HD
-Tekken: Blood Vengeance in 3D Blu-Ray format
-Tekken Tag Tournament 2 Demo Ver.
14 years ago today, Tekken Hybrid was originally released as a PlayStation 3 system exclusive in NA. It was developed and published by Namco.
November 23, 2025 at 4:59 AM
14 years ago today, Tekken Hybrid was originally released as a PlayStation 3 system exclusive in NA. It was developed and published by Namco.
On this day 24 years ago, the Super Smash Bros. Melee blogpost on Data Collection was released. The blogpost can be read below:
nintendo.co.jp/n01/n64/soft...
nintendo.co.jp/n01/n64/soft...
November 23, 2025 at 4:54 AM
On this day 24 years ago, the Super Smash Bros. Melee blogpost on Data Collection was released. The blogpost can be read below:
nintendo.co.jp/n01/n64/soft...
nintendo.co.jp/n01/n64/soft...
30 years ago today, X-Men: Children of the Atom was released on the Sega Saturn in JP. It was developed and published by Capcom.
November 23, 2025 at 4:52 AM
30 years ago today, X-Men: Children of the Atom was released on the Sega Saturn in JP. It was developed and published by Capcom.
On this day 12 years ago, concept artwork of Fulgore in Killer Instinct (2013) was released. The concept artwork can be seen below.
November 23, 2025 at 4:48 AM
On this day 12 years ago, concept artwork of Fulgore in Killer Instinct (2013) was released. The concept artwork can be seen below.
On this day 14 years ago, gameplay screenshots of Akihiko Sanada and Mitsuru Kirijo in Persona 4 Arena were released. Some of the screenshots distributed are displayed below.
November 23, 2025 at 4:37 AM
On this day 14 years ago, gameplay screenshots of Akihiko Sanada and Mitsuru Kirijo in Persona 4 Arena were released. Some of the screenshots distributed are displayed below.
31 years ago today, Virtua Fighter was released on Sega Saturn at JP as a system launch title. It was developed by Sega AM2 and published by Sega.
November 23, 2025 at 4:26 AM
31 years ago today, Virtua Fighter was released on Sega Saturn at JP as a system launch title. It was developed by Sega AM2 and published by Sega.
Here was some of the gameplay screenshots distributed for Leixia.
November 23, 2025 at 3:55 AM
Here was some of the gameplay screenshots distributed for Leixia.
Here were some of the gameplay screenshots distributed for Tira's costume.
November 23, 2025 at 3:55 AM
Here were some of the gameplay screenshots distributed for Tira's costume.
Gameplay screenshots of the costumes in their in-game appearances in Soulcalibur V were also released additionally.
Here were some of the gameplay screenshots distributed for Ivy's costume.
Here were some of the gameplay screenshots distributed for Ivy's costume.
November 23, 2025 at 3:55 AM
Gameplay screenshots of the costumes in their in-game appearances in Soulcalibur V were also released additionally.
Here were some of the gameplay screenshots distributed for Ivy's costume.
Here were some of the gameplay screenshots distributed for Ivy's costume.
9 years ago today, Samurai Shodown VI was released on PlayStation 4 via PlayStation Network in NA. It was distributed by SNK Corporation.
November 23, 2025 at 3:09 AM
9 years ago today, Samurai Shodown VI was released on PlayStation 4 via PlayStation Network in NA. It was distributed by SNK Corporation.
A year ago today, Marvel vs. Capcom Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics was physically released on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, and PC via Steam worldwide, containing an exclusive limited 32-page one-shot comic. It was developed and published by Capcom.
November 23, 2025 at 2:42 AM
A year ago today, Marvel vs. Capcom Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics was physically released on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, and PC via Steam worldwide, containing an exclusive limited 32-page one-shot comic. It was developed and published by Capcom.
The Anniversary Edition of Killer Instinct (2013), the updated definitive version of the game, can be bought on the following:
Xbox:
xbox.com/en-US/games/...
Steam:
store.steampowered.com/app/2625580/...
Killer Instinct Anniversary Edition is currently on sale on both platforms.
Xbox:
xbox.com/en-US/games/...
Steam:
store.steampowered.com/app/2625580/...
Killer Instinct Anniversary Edition is currently on sale on both platforms.
November 22, 2025 at 7:48 AM
The Anniversary Edition of Killer Instinct (2013), the updated definitive version of the game, can be bought on the following:
Xbox:
xbox.com/en-US/games/...
Steam:
store.steampowered.com/app/2625580/...
Killer Instinct Anniversary Edition is currently on sale on both platforms.
Xbox:
xbox.com/en-US/games/...
Steam:
store.steampowered.com/app/2625580/...
Killer Instinct Anniversary Edition is currently on sale on both platforms.
The 3rd mainline entry in the series, Killer Instinct (2013) functions as a reboot for the series. Alongside returning mechanics such as Combo Breakers, the entry also introduced new mechanics such as Instinct Mode.
November 22, 2025 at 7:48 AM
The 3rd mainline entry in the series, Killer Instinct (2013) functions as a reboot for the series. Alongside returning mechanics such as Combo Breakers, the entry also introduced new mechanics such as Instinct Mode.
12 years ago today, Killer Instinct (2013) was originally released on Xbox One worldwide as a system launch title. It was developed by Double Helix Studios and published by Microsoft Studios.
November 22, 2025 at 7:48 AM
12 years ago today, Killer Instinct (2013) was originally released on Xbox One worldwide as a system launch title. It was developed by Double Helix Studios and published by Microsoft Studios.
The 5th entry in the Mortal Kombat series, Deadly Alliance has every playable character possessing 3 different fighting styles to choose from, with them fighting in 3D kombat. Konquest Mode was also introduced, giving each character their own unique missions and storyline.
November 22, 2025 at 7:23 AM
The 5th entry in the Mortal Kombat series, Deadly Alliance has every playable character possessing 3 different fighting styles to choose from, with them fighting in 3D kombat. Konquest Mode was also introduced, giving each character their own unique missions and storyline.
23 years ago today, Mortal Kombat: Deadly Alliance was originally released on PlayStation 2, Nintendo Gamecube, Xbox, and Game Boy Advance in NA. It was developed and published by Midway Games.
November 22, 2025 at 7:23 AM
23 years ago today, Mortal Kombat: Deadly Alliance was originally released on PlayStation 2, Nintendo Gamecube, Xbox, and Game Boy Advance in NA. It was developed and published by Midway Games.
On this day 18 years ago, Saki Amamiya was revealed to be joining Super Smash Bros. Brawl as a summonable character via the Assist Trophy item. The blogpost covering Saki Amamiya can be read below:
smashbros.com/wii/en_us/it...
smashbros.com/wii/en_us/it...
November 22, 2025 at 7:15 AM
On this day 18 years ago, Saki Amamiya was revealed to be joining Super Smash Bros. Brawl as a summonable character via the Assist Trophy item. The blogpost covering Saki Amamiya can be read below:
smashbros.com/wii/en_us/it...
smashbros.com/wii/en_us/it...
Leixia's concept artwork for Soulcalibur V was also released additionally, as Mari Shimazaki was also responsible for designing the character's primary costume.
November 22, 2025 at 7:08 AM
Leixia's concept artwork for Soulcalibur V was also released additionally, as Mari Shimazaki was also responsible for designing the character's primary costume.
On this day 14 years ago, it was announced that Ivy and Tira were receiving alternate costumes in Soulcalibur V designed by Mari Shimazaki. The concept artwork for the costumes are displayed below.
November 22, 2025 at 7:08 AM
On this day 14 years ago, it was announced that Ivy and Tira were receiving alternate costumes in Soulcalibur V designed by Mari Shimazaki. The concept artwork for the costumes are displayed below.
On this day 14 years ago, the Rising Dead Costume Pack for Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3 was released, giving Frank West, Nemesis, Phoenix, and Ghost Rider alternate costumes for the game.
November 22, 2025 at 6:59 AM
On this day 14 years ago, the Rising Dead Costume Pack for Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3 was released, giving Frank West, Nemesis, Phoenix, and Ghost Rider alternate costumes for the game.
The console release of KOFXIII includes several stages from AoF/FF, character adjustments, & arranged music tracks. Additionally, "The One who Rules Time" Saiki, and "The Emperor's Right-Hand Man" Billy Kane were also added as unlockable playable characters for the game.
November 22, 2025 at 6:41 AM
The console release of KOFXIII includes several stages from AoF/FF, character adjustments, & arranged music tracks. Additionally, "The One who Rules Time" Saiki, and "The Emperor's Right-Hand Man" Billy Kane were also added as unlockable playable characters for the game.
14 years ago today, The King of Fighters XIII was released on Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 in NA. It was developed by SNK Playmore and published by Atlus.
November 22, 2025 at 6:41 AM
14 years ago today, The King of Fighters XIII was released on Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 in NA. It was developed by SNK Playmore and published by Atlus.
12 years ago today, the Xbox One was originally released in NA and PAL. It was distributed by Microsoft.
November 22, 2025 at 5:25 AM
12 years ago today, the Xbox One was originally released in NA and PAL. It was distributed by Microsoft.