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"Power Moves," also known as "Power Athlete" in some regions, is a fighting video game released for the Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES) in 1993. Developed by System Vision and published by Kaneko, the game distinguishes itself in the fighting genre with a focus on a more strategic, statistics-based approach to combat. Players choose from a roster of six international fighters, each with unique backgrounds and fighting styles, battling across various global locations. The fighters compete to eventually face the final boss, known as the invincible Vagnad, to become the world's strongest fighter. Notably, each character has a unique set of moves and special attacks, emphasizing the game's reliance on skill and player strategy.

"Power Moves" also incorporates an unusual gameplay feature for its time: instead of winning matches by depleting an opponent's health bar, players must score points based on the number and variety of hits landed. This scoring system adds a layer of tactical depth, encouraging players to focus on combination attacks and strategic fighting. Additionally, "Power Moves" offers both a single-player campaign and a versus mode, where players can challenge friends. While it did not achieve the same level of critical acclaim as contemporaries like "Street Fighter II" or "Mortal Kombat," "Power Moves" is remembered for its unique approach to fighting mechanics and its contribution to the diversity of the 16-bit fighting game library.

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