Saint Seiya: Sanctuary Battle

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Saint Seiya: Sanctuary Battle is a beat 'em up with fighting game roots that lets you control Seiya and other knights from the anime series. You battle through 12 stages set in the 12 holy palaces, using a mix of melee strikes and special moves called Cosmo attacks. Each level tasks you with defeating gold saints in wave-based combat, with power-ups unlocking stronger abilities as you progress. The single-player mode follows the story of the original series while co-op lets another player join for local tag team action. The game stands out for its fast combat and anime-accurate characters, though its 2011 release date means it hasn’t aged as smoothly as some modern fighters. Community feedback often highlights the fun of teaming up for co-op but notes the lack of deeper customization. Dimps’ development history with Saint Seiya games shows in the solid mechanics, even if the presentation feels a bit dated by today’s standards.