Players of Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls have largely coalesced around a consensus regarding the game's least effective character: Danger. The sentient robot, representing the X-Men's training environment, is frequently cited as trailing significantly behind the rest of the roster in terms of competitive viability.

While Danger's obscurity might suggest a lack of play due to unfamiliarity, many players argue her perceived weakness stems from an underpowered kit. Her abilities revolve around deploying and detonating orb-like modules, or teleporting to them. However, her fundamental mobility is considered among the worst in the game. Unlike other characters who can run, Danger's movement speed is limited, and while her special aerial dash can facilitate mix-ups, closing the distance is often a risky endeavor requiring significant setup, a hurdle most other characters do not face.

Fighting game streamer Cloud_805 described Danger's performance on Twitch, noting that "her zoning’s not that great, her air dash sucks, her buttons are whatever." While acknowledging a strong assault assist in the form of a drill move, Cloud_805 stated that Danger "just has to work so hard" and "got shot before she even had a chance."

For those less versed in fighting game technicalities, the argument against Danger can be simplified. Her complex setup-dependent playstyle is often outmatched by characters who can yield comparable results with less investment. Some players have expressed that Danger feels as though she "was made for a different game."

"You spend all this time setting up your bullshit for a stray Magneto car to just erase all your work anyway," one Reddit user, cuttin_in_town, wrote. "This character could be so fun if these artificial restrictions were not present. She doesn’t even turnaround instantly when doing an air H as you fly over the enemy’s head. She still attacks the other way like a dumbass. Horrible character to play."

Despite these criticisms, Danger is not without utility, particularly in a tag-based fighter like Marvel Tōkon. Even characters considered low-tier can find a niche as assist characters, offering support moves to extend combos or capitalize on openings. Danger's "back assist is so plus," according to user WOKE | kelpie 🏳️‍⚧️ on Twitter, suggesting that her utility extends beyond her capabilities as a primary fighter, allowing players to utilize her strengths without directly engaging with her perceived weaknesses.

Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls has only recently launched, leaving room for potential balance adjustments and reworks that could elevate Danger's standing. For now, her role as a supportive assist character appears to be her most significant contribution to a team's strategy. Players also express a desire to see a shift in the meta, moving away from the dominance of characters like Magik.