Taiketsu! Ultra Hero

About

Taiketsu! Ultra Hero is a 2D brawler that lets you play as Ultraman and other sci-fi heroes in fast paced matches. The Game Boy Advance hardware keeps everything simple but spry with colorful visuals and responsive controls. Battle in single player campaigns or test your skills against friends in split screen multiplayer. Each fighter has distinct movesets and special attacks that play well with the handheld’s directional pad and buttons. Released in 2004 this title earned praise for its tight controls and balanced multiplayer modes. Community reviews note it as a solid entry in the Ultraman series with smooth action that fits the portable format. The roster of heroes and varied stages kept matches fresh for fans at the time. While the graphics are basic by modern standards the straightforward combat and local co op make it a nostalgic pick for retro brawler enthusiasts.