Pocket Fighter (1998)

Developer: Capcom
Platforms: PlayStation 3, WonderSwan, Sega Saturn, PlayStation, PlayStation Portable
Genres: Fighting
Rating: 4.3 of 5, 22 player ratings
Where to get it: Website

The 3D catalog: game boxes on wooden shelves, with the cat sitting at the counter next to its greeting.

The catalog in 3D

The same catalog has a room you can walk around in. The cat behind the counter is the AI Catbot, and they pick real games from it when you tell them what you feel like playing. Nothing is for sale, here or in there. Go in from here and this game is already out on the counter, with more like it waiting on the shelf next to it.

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How it feels

A chibi brawler that feels bouncy and carefree, with quick matches and silly charm that keeps things fun and breezy.

lightheartedfast-pacedcolorfulplayfulcasualaccessiblewhimsicalparty-friendly

About

Pocket Fighter is a port of Super Gem Fighter Mini Mix. This version of the game add-in additional modes like Character Edit and Running Battle Mode. As can be expected due to the PlayStation's memory capacity, some of the Arcade release's graphics were removed, such as certain scenes and in-game effects.

What players say

An endearing, super-deformed Capcom crossover fighter loved for its cute chibi style, flashy costume-change combos, and a light, accessible mood that pokes fun at Street Fighter. It feels joyful and approachable, a charming hidden gem for casual fighting fans.

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This page is from Underplayed Gems, a catalog of older and overlooked games. Not quite it? You can browse by platform and genre, or take this one into the 3D catalog and ask the Catbot for something closer.