Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls has arrived on PC and PlayStation 5, but the launch has been met with mixed reception on Steam. While developer Arc System Works prioritized improvements following the game's open beta, players are reporting significant technical hurdles on the PC platform.
PC Performance and PSN Integration
Criticism from the PC community focuses on performance instability. Some users have contrasted the game’s current state with other fighting games like Street Fighter 6 and Tekken 8, which reportedly run at a consistent 60fps on similar hardware. A recurring point of contention in user reviews is the mandatory integration of the PlayStation Network (PSN) overlay, which some players claim is causing unnecessary system strain.
PS5 Stability and Crossplay Concerns
In contrast to the PC version, reports indicate the game runs smoothly on the PlayStation 5. However, the performance gap between platforms has created a byproduct for console users: concerns over netcode. Because the game utilizes rollback netcode, performance drops on a PC opponent's end can degrade the experience for PS5 players, leading many to disable crossplay entirely to ensure match consistency.
Ongoing Development
Arc System Works has officially acknowledged the performance reports, stating that the team is actively investigating the issues. Additionally, the PC release remains unavailable in over 100 countries where the PlayStation Network is not officially supported, further limiting access for potential players.