Despite Sony's stated intention to scale back PC releases, the upcoming superhero fighter Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls is still slated for a PC launch and will receive an open beta test from July 24 to July 26. This beta will be available on both PC and PlayStation 5, a broader reach than the previous closed playtest which was exclusive to Sony's console.
The open beta is set to include more stages and game modes than the earlier test, and will feature the character Blade. Developer Arc System Works has indicated that further details regarding the beta will be shared soon. The announcement was made via a social media post on June 29, 2026.
Alongside the beta news, Arc System Works has unveiled the fifth and final superhero team set to appear at launch: the Samurai Outriders. This addition brings the total roster to 20 characters, divided across five distinct teams:
Unbreakable X-Men: Storm, Magik, Wolverine, Danger Amazing Guardians: Spider-Man, Ms. Marvel, Star-Lord, Peni Parker Fighting Avengers: Captain America, Iron Man, Black Panther, Hulk Knights of Doom: Doctor Doom, Magneto, Green Goblin, Carnage Samurai Outriders: Ghost Rider, Blade, Deadpool, Loki
The game's final release date is August 6, 2026. The open beta offers an opportunity for players, particularly those new to fighting games, to familiarize themselves with the mechanics and characters before the full launch. Mage 1: A close-up of Wolverine gritting his teeth with his claws raised in front of his face.