Soulcalibur VI

Keeping its head against stiff competition

Allowing the Soulcalibur VI community to settle down before we set about reviewing its online performance has paid off. While there are plenty of Casual rooms to drop into, and Ranked matches take under a minute to connect with, there are few obscene characters out here now. (Shortly after launch everyone seemed to have made a fighting phallus.) While customised characters are the norm, at least now you can fight without having to explain yourself to anyone who may peer over your shoulder.

Action is fast and there’s very little glitching or slowdown. In terms of modes Soulcalibur IV is fairly barren, with only the Ranked and Casual matches being of note. At least that limits the chances of seeing an angry chopper.

VERDICT

Soulcalibur VI is a solid online fighter that performs well, but it could do with more modes to deepen the experience. One for purists. Ian Dean