Description

"Virtua Fighter Kids," released for the Sega Saturn in 1996, is a unique and whimsical spin-off from the acclaimed Virtua Fighter series by Sega. The game features the familiar roster from Virtua Fighter 2, but with a twist: all the characters are transformed into super-deformed "chibi" versions of themselves, complete with oversized heads and cute, miniature bodies. This aesthetic change adds a playful and light-hearted tone to the otherwise intense and competitive fighting game genre. Players select their favorite characters to compete in a series of one-on-one fights with the objective of depleting their opponent's health bar using a mixture of basic attacks and character-specific special moves.

Developed by AM3 and published by Sega, "Virtua Fighter Kids" incorporates the same mechanics and depth that made the original Virtua Fighter games popular, including the 3D movement and tactical, skill-based fighting. However, it distinguishes itself with its charming visual style and approachable gameplay, which aimed to appeal to a younger audience as well as nostalgic fans of the series. The game also includes features like the "Watch" mode, where players can observe fights between AI-controlled characters, which serves both as entertainment and an opportunity to study the intricate combat system. Despite being originally tailored for the Sega Saturn, "Virtua Fighter Kids" also found its way onto the arcade scene, utilizing the same Model 2 arcade hardware as its predecessors.

Gameplay

Virtua Fighter Kids - Gameplay

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