Guilty Gear X2

Anime, 2D fighting, and heavy metal?just try to keep them apart.

If you thought Street Fighter was the final word in 2D fighters, think again. Guilty Gear X wowed 2D-fighting fans with its surreal blend of anime and heavy metal, and its sequel, Guilty Gear X2, introduces six new characters, bringing the eclectic roster to 20 fighters. The two boss characters from GGX are now part of the regular lineup, and there are fresh moves for your old favorites. You can also test your chops on the new Story and Medal modes, though the story lines get pretty obscure.

Heaven or Hell? Slash!
GGX2?s stunning anime-inspired graphics more than compensate for the lack of a Z-axis. The 2D fighter becomes an art form in its own right. Characters, weapons, and special moves exhibit a morbid flair for the absurd, which keeps things interesting in spite of repetitive gameplay. The cast of characters includes a cross-dressing boy named Bridget who busts moves with a magic yo-yo and a hard-rocking witch who uses her guitar and amp as weapons. It?s grotesque, bizarre, hilarious, and ultimately revitalizing to the 2D fighting genre.

Guilty as Charged
The sound design in GGX2 is a major flaw, unless you love blaring, monotonous guitar riffs and cheesy announcer speak. The controls perform well and are just what you?d expect from a 2D fighter. Some of the Dust attacks are zany as hell, and you can easily pull off a Taunt or Roman Cancel. Instant Kills are still tough to key in, but the payoff is sometimes worth the effort. This is a solid fighting game with surprising depth that can be enjoyed by novices and veterans alike.

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