Fighting game fans, assemble! One of the most anticipated titles of the year, Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls, will make its first playable appearance at EVO 2025.

The game, developed by Arc System Works and published under PlayStation XDEV and Marvel Games, will be available for hands-on demo at Arc System Works’ booth on the EVO show floor.

First Gameplay Demo Available at EVO 2025

EVO 2025 officially kicks off on August 1, and Marvel Tōkon will be featured in a trial build, giving fans a chance to experience the 4v4 tag-team gameplay for the first time. The demo includes six playable Marvel characters from the reveal trailer:

• Captain America
• Iron Man
• Ms. Marvel
• Star-Lord
• Storm
• Doctor Doom

Players can build their own four-character team, battle friends, and receive an exclusive collectible pin just for participating.

Developer Panel Livestream – August 1st

In addition to the playable demo, a Developer Combat Panel will take place on August 1st at 8 PM PT on the EVO Showcase Stage. Key members of Arc System Works and Marvel Games will be present to reveal new gameplay mechanics and insights into the development process.

Can’t attend in person? No problem! The panel will be livestreamed at EVO’s official YouTube channel.

Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls’ Game Director, Kazuto “Pachi” Sekine, also gave a message:

“I’d like to express our thanks on behalf of the entire development team for the incredible response to the State of Play trailer. We’re really looking forward to sharing more during the EVO panel and letting fans try the very first trial version at the event.

My hope is to ‘assemble’ with all of the players and create an amazing game together. We’re trying out many new things to offer a fresh experience. I can’t wait to hear your feedback.”

— Kazuto “Pachi” Sekine, Game Director

What is Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls

Revealed during PlayStation’s State of Play, Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls is a team-based 2D fighting game from the minds behind titles like Guilty Gear and Dragon Ball FighterZ. The game combines fast-paced combat, gorgeous visuals, and strategic 4v4 battles, making it a dream come true for fans of both Marvel superheroes and competitive fighters.

Whether you’re attending EVO Las Vegas 2025 in person or tuning in online, this is your first chance to witness and experience Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls in action. With a playable demo, exclusive rewards, and a dev panel packed with fresh reveals, it’s a must-watch for fighting game fans and Marvel lovers alike.

Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls will be available for the PS5 and PC via Steam.