The 10 BEST Nintendo Fighting Games

VOICE OVER: Ty Richardson
WRITTEN BY: Ty Richardson

Nintendo has been home to some incredible fighting games over the years! From platform fighters to classic boxing games, we're counting down the most memorable and innovative fighting experiences that defined Nintendo's unique approach to the genre. Our lineup includes legendary titles like Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, Soulcalibur II, Punch-Out!!, and unique gems like Tatsunoko vs. Capcom and Joy Mech Fight that showcased Nintendo's creativity in the fighting game space!

  • #10: "Tatsunoko vs. Capcom: Ultimate All-Stars" (2008)
  • #9: "Joy Mech Fight" (1993)
  • #8: "Super Smash Bros." (1999)
  • #7: "Kirby Fighters 2" (2020)
  • #6: "Dead Or Alive Dimensions" (2011)
  • #5: "Flying Dragon" (1997)
  • #4: "Super Smash Bros. Melee" (2001)
  • #3: "Punch-Out!!" (2009)
  • #2: "Soulcalibur II" (2002)
  • #1: "Super Smash Bros. Ultimate" (2018)

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