DNF Duel (PS5)

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There is a reversal mechanic that pushes your aggressor away, but it costs a whole lot of meter, and it doesn't actually give you an advantage in terms of retaliation — it just resets the play, allowing your opponent to restart their offence while you're sitting there with no resources. Just a few weeks ago, DNF Duel wasn't even on the radar — but through a combination of super cool looking character trailers and the announcement of an open beta, the upcoming fighting game has suddenly garnered a lot of attention. When you drop below a certain low health threshold, your damage is enhanced, and you gain access to your super attack.

Fully equipped with exclusive servers and PlayStation®Network, matches in DNF Duel ensure a low-lag and seamless multiplayer experience.One of the most popular and widely played RPGs in the world, Dungeon and Fighter is now back as a 2. Super moves, which are only made available once your health drops to a certain point, are also tied to a single button.

When he's not practising combos, he's usually getting lost in the latest 100-hour RPG, or, y'know, replaying The Witcher 3. Both games are designed with accessibility in mind, featuring simple button inputs so that players of all skill levels can pull off crazy techniques without spending hours in training mode. Thanks to a combination of really cool looking character reveals and a surprise open beta test, DNF Duel has exploded in terms of popularity.

The beat-'em-up, which is based on the Dungeon Fighter Online RPG, drops on the 28th June for both PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4. There's a satisfying chunkiness to a lot of the attacks, and it's generally fantastic to watch because of Arc System Works' excellent graphics engine. but the “lacks personality” and “longevity” is a major red flag for me ; some form of lore is important even in multiplayer titles.