Super Fighter

About

Super Fighter is a 2D DOS brawler where you pick from eight fighters each trained in distinct martial arts. The game pits you against eleven opponents in straight one-on-one matches with no story interruptions. Each character has a basic move set and a few special attacks like combo strikes or thrown projectiles. The single player mode follows a linear path to confront three main villains while multiplayer lets you battle locally. Controls are simple but require timing for special moves which are triggered via button combinations. This 1993 title holds historical weight as the first game published by the Super Fighter Team label. While its pixel art and basic mechanics feel dated by modern standards players appreciate the straightforward combat and character variety. The DOS version remains playable through emulators with no official sequel ever released. Some fans credit it as influencing later brawler design despite its short campaign and lack of advanced features.

Storyline

A drug broker and his murderous minions claim ownership of the world's combined freedom. Showing their true menace by murdering top ranking government officials, they send a shockwave of fear across the United Nations. Eight heroes, trained to readiness, accept the challenge of going face to face with the top three of this evil circle. The outcome of this battle will truly decide where man's freedoms lie. During the course of the game, players will select their hero and fight through eleven antagonists in hopes of reaching the much sought after goal of peace. Each of the heroes are armed an effective set of attacks, stemming from their chosen martial art. In addition, they have all learned powerful special attacks, such as combination punches and kicks, projectiles and enhanced throws. With each unique hero coming from a different background and possessing different skills, there's a great deal of replay possibility.