Platforms
- PCDec 8, 2022NAplayscoreNA0 CriticsNA0 Players
- PlayStation 5Dec 8, 2022NAplayscoreNA0 Critics8.279 Players
- Xbox Series X|SDec 8, 2022NAplayscoreNA0 CriticsNA0 Players
- PlayStation 4Dec 8, 2022NAplayscoreNA0 Critics8.370 Players
- Xbox OneDec 8, 2022NAplayscoreNA0 CriticsNA0 Players
- Nintendo SwitchDec 7, 2022NAplayscoreNA0 CriticsNA0 Players
16 critic reviews · 0 community reviews across all platforms
Critic Reviews
- The Rumble Fish 2 is a product of its time, warts and all. It nailed the heavier 2D fighter feel with the proper weight to the punch. The crisp anime art style works for the backdrops and character designs but loses something in translation when the characters are in motion.
Joel A. DeWitte · Mar 01, 2023 Reviewed on SwitchRead full review - Taking all the elements of visuals, variety of characters (with more available via DLC), attacks, environments, replayability, single and multiplayer modes, and overall challenge, Rumble Fish 2 is a good 2D fighter to have ready to go.
David Temple · Jan 16, 2023 Reviewed on SwitchRead full review - So many flaws and input delays barely made the game playable. It’s a shame too because it would be ok if these were minor issues, but they are so prominent that they impact every avenue of the game. As of now, I’d stay away from The Rumble Fish 2.
Michael W. Boccher Sr. · Dec 14, 2022 Reviewed on SwitchRead full review - Rumble Fish 2 is a great game for people like me who enjoy solid fighting games. It won’t stick with most players beyond initial contact though. It feels like it borrows more than it innovates and in a sea of familiar brawlers that is rough.
Ken McKown · Dec 13, 2022 Reviewed on Series X|SRead full review - The Rumble Fish 2 still packs a punch as a spunky fighter that dared to hold its own in a crowded market, powered by a fun cast, a unique look, and solid gameplay. Unfortunately, this expensive release fails to capitalize on its grand comeback, offering barebones features, lacking rudimentary options, and greedily locking characters behind paywalls.
Chris Moyse · Dec 13, 2022 Reviewed on PS5Read full review - The core arcade fighting, with its persistent clothing damage and blend of vivid 2D and 3D visuals, makes it a compelling curio for the fighting game faithful. But the package as a whole falls short of expectations, and will either need major updates or a chunky price drop moving forwards.
Sammy Barker · Dec 11, 2022 Reviewed on PS5Read full review - It has a varied roster of characters, multiple single-player modes including arcade, time track and survival, and online multiplayer with rollback. It’s an interesting but dated curio that’s not going to take the gaming world by storm, but some will appreciate it nonetheless.
Richard Seagrave · Dec 08, 2022 Reviewed on PS5Read full review - This is the kind of package we hope for when a relatively unloved, but largely excellent arcade title is ported for a modern system. There’s no slacking here, with all the options and modes a fighting game fan could desire, updated visuals for modern displays, and that all-important rollback netcode for online skirmishes.
Tom Massey · Dec 08, 2022 Reviewed on SwitchRead full review - It’s easy to pick up and play with fast-paced fights that are exactly what I look for in a fighting game. With interesting mechanics and a varied cast of interesting fighters, fans of the genre should absolutely give this throwback a shot.
Andrew Thornton · Dec 08, 2022 Reviewed on PS5Read full review - The Rumble Fish 2’s real value is as a slice of fighting game history. It might not be the most feature complete, nor will it have the highest population of players online, but it’s a game that’s never been released outside of Japan on home consoles, and with any luck, the success of The Rumble Fish 2 will lead to other titles being ported in the future.
Ash Bates · Dec 07, 2022 Reviewed on PS5Read full review
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About the game
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A legendary arcade game developed by Dimps in 2005. This fighting game gained popularity for its smooth visuals powered by S.M.A as well as the high level of strategy driven by its 2-gauges system. And with the addition of new current-gen features it's even easier to play.
- Battle Mechanics Polished to a Shine by a Legendary Studio Known for Fighters:
The first original fighting game from Dimps, known for being involved in a number of other fighting games. It has continued to attract fighting game fans since its release in 2005 with mechanics that use 2 gauges--one for offense and one for defense--and slick 2D visuals powered by S.M.A. (Smooth Model Animation).
- New Features for Console Provide a Modern Gameplay Experience:
The console version contains new features such as an Online Versus Mode--a first for the series. It uses Rollback Netcode, which corrects lag between players, making for a streamlined experience online. And with 16:9 wide-screen support, AI and a training mode, you can fully enjoy this game in the comfort of your own home.
Developer: Dimps Corporation