Seeking Fighting Game Roster Records? Prepare to Meet Character Overload!
In fighting games, roster size matters. Are you curious which games offer many brawlers? You are in the right place. We explore fighting games with the most characters. Sometimes, having more is indeed better.
The Titans of Character Counts: Games That Refuse to Be Contained
Forget cozy tournaments of eight fighters. We talk about games where choosing a fighter feels like reading a phone book. These titles have rosters so big, a spreadsheet may be needed to keep track.
Number 1 Contender: Fire Pro Wrestling Returns – 327 Characters! (Yes, Really)
In the top corner! Presenting a huge roster… it’s Fire Pro Wrestling Returns! This PlayStation 2 game has a stunning 327 characters. That’s a lot! You could play a different character each day for almost a year and still not try them all. If you want volume, Fire Pro Wrestling Returns is your choice.
Tobal 2: 200 Characters Punching In
Next in the ‘huge roster’ category is Tobal 2, another treasure from PlayStation. This title has around 200 characters. That is two hundred ways to deal out digital beatdowns. Tobal 2 shows that sometimes, having more is what you need.
WWE 2K24: Over 240 Suplexing Superstars
Step into the ring with WWE 2K24. This game features not just wrestlers but a whole wrestling UNIVERSE. Reports show this giant has over 240 wrestlers from WWE’s history. From Hulk Hogan to John Cena and everyone between, WWE 2K24 is a playground for wrestling fans.
Warriors Orochi 4: A Melee of 170 Warriors
If you enjoy fighting games mixed with historical fantasy, Warriors Orochi 4 joins the fight with about 170 playable characters. Think of an epic crossover event, and you see Warriors Orochi 4. It’s a battlefield buffet with fighters.
Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja Storm 4 – Road To Boruto: 121 Ninjas Strong
Anime fighter fans, rejoice! Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja Storm 4 – Road To Boruto packs a ninja punch with 121 characters. That is enough ninjas for a whole village. Each has unique jutsu and fighting styles. Believe it!
Dragon Ball Budokai Tenkaichi 3: Power Levels Over 90… Characters! (Actually 98/161)
Goku and friends gather in Dragon Ball Budokai Tenkaichi 3. Depending on how you count transformations, this game offers either 98 or a massive 161 characters. Either way, it’s a Saiyan-sized roster that will entertain Dragon Ball fans for a long time.
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate: Everyone IS Here! (89 Fighters)
The crossover king, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, lives up to its name with a number of 89 fighters. Gaming icons from Mario to Sonic clash in chaotic battles. “Everyone is here” isn’t just a tagline; it describes the roster size.
Dynasty Warriors 9: 90 Characters Wage War
Back to historical battles, Dynasty Warriors 9 showcases 90 characters ready to slash through ancient China. If you enjoy defeating thousands of enemies with diverse warriors, Dynasty Warriors 9 is your game.
Mortal Kombat Armageddon: Kombat Krew of 62 (Plus Create-A-Fighter)
Last, but not least among iconic franchises, is Mortal Kombat Armageddon. While it may seem small with “only” 62 pre-made fighters, Armageddon adds a twist: two extra slots for user-created characters. You can personalize your kombatant and expand the roster creatively.
Quantity vs. Quality? You Decide!
There you have it. A view of fighting games focused on quantity in their rosters. Whether you like Fire Pro Wrestling Returns, WWE 2K24’s mania, or Super Smash Bros. Ultimate crossover chaos, there’s a game on this list for you. The real question is: can you actually master them all?