Best PS4 Games to Have on Your Radar in October 2018
SoulCalibur VI
SoulCalibur’s unique brand of weapon-based fighting has separated it from the rest of the fighting genre for years, and now the series is set to make a big comeback after the lukewarm reception for SC V. SoulCalibur VI brings back a more intricate story mode to the series, taking place in the 16th century during the time period the very first game did. It functions as a kind of reboot more than anything and lots of classic characters are making a return including Siegfried, Mitsurugi, Seong mi-Na, and Cervantes.
For the most part the game’s combat system is similar to past entries, but it does introduce a big new system known as Reversal Edge. This mechanic is based around improving defensive gameplay, and lets you defend against an attack and then instantly launch back with one of your own. Outside of Reversal Edge the other big new addition comes with the guest character, Geralt of Rivia. Geralt sports his own story mode, and the character’s moveset seems like it’s ripped right out of The Witcher 3.
The last couple of years have already been good for fighting game fans, but SoulCalibur VI could easily find a spot among the pantheon of the best, if it ends up impressing. In terms of fighting games, it’s right at the top of the best PS4 games in October 2018.
