Tekken 6

'Tekken 6 (2007)' is still one of my go-to fighting games. It's a perfect two-player experience, one that's easy to jump into but has a layer of depth. The combat feels similar to how combat in the series has always felt, with the four face buttons used for different types of attacks and button combos used to perform grabs. The attacks can all be modified with a directional input and the game encourages you to think about your stance in order to best block attacks, juggle opponents or simply get up in the most effective way possible. The roster is comprised of compelling, somewhat outlandish characters whose personalities match their fighting styles. I'm not particularly familiar with the lore of 'Tekken', but each character is instantly understandable due to their appearance, intro lines and combat abilities. They're all fun to play and feel suitably varied. The game allows for basic one-on-one fights, as well as team battles and other modified modes. There is also an online element that I don't have any experience with and a single-player campaign (which is an odd beat-em-up rather than a traditional series of fights) that's quite underwhelming. In terms of arcade-style fighting games, this is one of the best. It's easy to play but difficult to master. It's a ton of fun. 8/10