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❤ Offensive Focus and Defensive Mechanics

The gameplay revolves around an offensive focus, with players generating meter through attacking and landing hits. This meter is crucial for performing the game's most important defensive technique - the Guard Cancel Frontstep. By holding block and either double-tapping forward (no meter required) or holding block and pressing the BC button (uses meter), players can move through an opponent's attack and continue their offense. This provides a reset button to the game's potentially broken combo systems, adding an important strategic layer.

❤ Diverse and Unexpected Roster

The roster features a diverse cast of 36 characters from across the SNK and Capcom franchises. Alongside staples like Ryu, Kyo, and Iori, the game includes more obscure and unexpected fighters such as Mars People, Earthquake, and Demitri Maximoff. This wide-ranging character selection provides a fresh experience and appeals to fans of both companies' more niche characters.

❤ Comeback Mechanics

Another key mechanic is the Exceed special move, which can only be used when the player's health is reduced to 50% or below. These powerful attacks offer dramatic comeback potential, adding tension and excitement to matches.

❤ Challenging but Rewarding Gameplay

Reviews indicate the game has a reputation for being notoriously challenging and unbalanced, with several overpowered boss and hidden characters. However, many players embrace this jankiness and find the chaotic nature to be part of the game's charm. Mastering techniques like the Guard Cancel Frontstep is described as very satisfying and rewarding for dedicated players.

❤ Legacy and Future Potential

The release on Steam has sparked hope among fans that this could pave the way for more classic fighting game titles from both SNK and Capcom. Players are eager to see the return of fan-favorite crossover series like "Capcom vs. SNK" and are optimistic that the success of this port could lead to the development of a new entry in the franchise.