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Battle Fantasia
By Arc System Works, released 1 Jan 2007
- Microsoft Windows
- PlayStation 3
- arcade video game
What it is
Battle Fantasia is a fantasy RPG-themed 2D fighting game by Arc System Works, originally released in 2007 and brought to Steam in 2015 with revised balances and improved visual effects. It uses 3D character models within a 2D fighting presentation and includes 12 selectable characters across 24 scenarios. The story follows the conflict between Light and Darkness, with character paths unfolding through battles and alternate costumes available as progression rewards. Combat includes the GACHI parry system and Heat-Up, which temporarily powers a character for damage or openings. Modes include Practice, Survival, Time Attack, and Gallery. Steam features list single-player, multiplayer, online PvP, shared or split-screen PvP, achievements, trading cards, Steam Cloud, and partial controller support. The game is listed for Windows, with PlayStation 3 and arcade versions also noted. The Steam description includes free soundtrack DLC.
What players like, and what they don't
- 12 selectable characters
- 24 character scenarios
- GACHI parry system
- Online and split-screen PvP
- Practice, Survival, and Time Attack
- Steam platform is listed as Windows
- Partial controller support
- Originally released in 2007
Who it suits
It suits fighting-game players who want a story-driven roster, parry and power-up mechanics, and several competitive or practice modes. Local and online multiplayer options are listed.
Battle Fantasia combines a fantasy story with 2D fighting mechanics, varied modes, and online or local competition. Its revised Steam edition includes the listed soundtrack DLC and platform features.
