Hokuto no Ken: Raou Gaiden - Ten no Haou

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Hokuto no Ken: Raou Gaiden - Ten no Haou is a 3D fighting game built around the Fist of the North Star universe. It uses a stylized cell-shaded look to bring 13 characters to life including Raoh and Jagi. Each has moves tied to their anime/manga roles with voice work from original cast members. Kenshiro appears as a hidden fighter. Battles play out in quick rounds with combo systems and special attacks. The single-player mode focuses on Raoh's story with scripted events between matches. The roster includes characters exclusive to the manga like Amiba and Jagi’s son. Voice actors from the anime series return for most roles though Raoh is performed by Rikiya Koyama. Players appreciate the deep move sets and accurate character designs. While the 2009 PSP release shows its age technically, the fighting mechanics remain sharp. Community guides note the challenge of unlocking Kenshiro as a reward for mastering the game’s difficulty.