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Art of Fighting came to the Super Nintendo Entertainment System in 1992, a port of SNK's arcade fighter. It arrived during a time when the SNES was establishing its library of competitive fighting games, offering an alternative to the more widely known Street Fighter II. The game was developed and published by SNK, bringing their distinct style to the home console.

You control one of two martial artists, Ryo Sakazaki or Robert Garcia, as you fight through a series of one-on-one battles to rescue Ryo's kidnapped sister. The game introduced mechanics that were notable at the time, including a spirit gauge that depletes as you perform special moves, limiting your ability to spam powerful attacks. You can also taunt your opponent to drain their spirit, making them more vulnerable. Another signature feature is the zooming camera that pulls in and out dynamically during the fight, focusing on the action when the fighters are close. The pacing is deliberate, and the difficulty is steep, especially with the limited continues. Landing a desperation move when your health is critical provides a tense, last-ditch chance to turn the match around.