Summary
As November comes to an end, the holidays are fast approaching. While the next few months are all about sales, for many players, the season is about giving. Many gamers will be shopping around for the perfect games and accessories, and theEpic Games Storeis getting into the spirit a bit early by offering two games just before their yearly Mystery Games promotion begins. It’s rather surprising to see, as this current week only features one game, presumably because theEpic Games Storedidn’t want to give away too much too soon.
For those who are curious about the Epic Games Store’s free games, and its Mystery Games promotion, the store updates with its freebies every Thursday at 10 AM CT. This is when thepreviously announced free games on Epic Games’ storefrontare made available, and new ones take their place. Currently,Deliver Us Marsis up for grabs at no monetary cost, with the only fee being that those who wish to have the game are signed up on Epic’s digital platform. When the Mystery Games promotion goes live, the Mystery Game will be added with an hourly countdown to when players can expect to know when the game unlocks. While fans are waiting for more freebies, they can look forward to gettingJitsu SquadandMighty Fight Federationfor free soon.
2D action-brawler fighting game
Developed by
Published by
Very positive on Steam
How long to beat
A rough average of 4 hours
Jitsu Squadis a unique arcade beat-em-up that looks toMarvel vs Capcomfor inspiration on how to make its 2D animation into a true spectacle. It has all the expected features fans would want, such as 4-player co-op and fast-paced gameplay with transforming specials givingJitsu Squada fair bit of its own personality. With 13 original characters and a few guests that have their own unique upgrades, there’s plenty of replayability outside the main campaign. Top it off withhowJitsu Squadtakes inspirationfrom great fighting games and anime to make its visuals really pop, and players are in for a classic, fun, chaotic time.
Jitsu Squad
WHERE TO PLAY
Jitsu Squad is a 4 player co-op beat ‘em up with fast-paced cartoony action and wacky chaotic battles! It has the accessibility and classic brawler mechanics of games like Streets of Rage and Final Fight but with the speed and intensity of fighting games games such as Marvel vs. Capcom II, Dragonball FighterZ & Super Smash Bros.This mode makes it possible to switch between playable characters. you may control the entire Jitsu Squad on a single quest or play with a friend and choose two characters each! The combo possibilities are insane and so satisfying!Collect enough soul orbs and put on your ULTIMATE ARMOR! You become invincible and all your attacks and special moves become stronger than ever for a short period of time.
3D arena fighting game
1 hour and 40 minutes
Even though it was released as afighting game in 2021,Mighty Fight Federationserves as a unique 3D fighter that takes many cues from arcade-style beat-em-ups. It delivers on everything that fighting games are known for, from character-specific arcade mode routes and endings to an entirely new special gauge mechanic using “hype.” The hype dynamic allows players to knock back opponents, create new combo chains, and release devastating special attacks. As it sits as a 3D fighting game while taking plenty of notes from the classic 2D ones, it’s a unique mix that stands out as its own thing that fans should check out.
Between both games, there’s an interesting similarity. Out of all of their possible guest characters, both of these titles featureYooka-Layleefrom the game by Playtonic of the same name.
Needless to say, next week on the Epic Games Store belongs to fighting game fans as those willing to try outJitsu SquadandMighty Fight Federationcan walk away with two different and unique experiences to try for no extra cost. It’s hard to argue with the price of “free,” especially since both games are relatively well-received by those who had the chance to play them prior. While this may leave gamers who don’t like fighting games waiting in the wings, they may find something to love by picking up these titles anyway. If not, then they won’t have to wait long at all for another chance at something new as theEpic Games Store Mystery Games promotionshould start once December rolls around.
Mighty Fight Federation
Mighty Fight is a throwback to classic 3D arena fighters, but with a focus on fighting game fundamentals. Select from a roster of characters each with distinct and deep combo opportunities. Use the game’s Hype mechanics to zone, evade, counter and play mind-games with your opponents. Mighty Fight combines the old with the new in a fresh competitive twist on the party-fighter genre.Hype Energy: Dealing and receiving damage builds up Hype Energy. This two-tiered resource can be spent on Breakers, Hype Cancels or activating Hype Factor.Breakers: From hitstun or knock-back, you’re able to spend one bar of Hype Energy on a Breaker to immediately reverse your opponent’s combo and put them into a knock-back state. Time it just right and you’ll get a free Red Breaker.Hype Cancels: During an attack you can spend one bar to Hype Cancel out of it. This lets you create combos from moves that wouldn’t otherwise link, or escape from dangerous situations.Hype Factor: Spend both bars of Hype Energy to activate Hype Factor. During this mode, you won’t build any Hype but for a short time your damage output and speed will be increased and you’ll slowly regain lost health.
