Fist of the North Star 7

Game Details:

This is the seventh home console fighting game in the Fist of the North Star series, released on the PlayStation platform in 1999. The game uses a 2D fighting engine, faithfully recreating the visual style of the original work, and supports up to 15 playable characters, including popular characters such as Kenshiro, Raoh, Toki, and Shura.

Game modes include:

• Versus Mode: 1P vs CPU or 2-player battle
• Story Mode: Players choose a character to relive key battles from the Fist of the North Star story
• Training Mode: Challenge combat conditions to increase character levels and unlock hidden characters and skills

The game's biggest highlight is that each character has signature special moves from the original work (such as the Hokuto Hyakuretsu Ken and Musou Tensei). By filling the "Rage Gauge," players can unleash a one-hit kill technique with visually stunning performance effects. Although the control scheme is relatively simplified, it still retains hardcore mechanics such as combos, counters, and guard breaks.

Editor's Recommendation:

Fist of the North Star 7 is a classic fighting game designed for fans of the series. It not only recreates the brutal battles of the post-apocalyptic world, but also visually embodies the characters' personalities and power through gorgeous special move performances. Kenshiro's famous line "You are already dead" paired with the finishing move animation is an experience every fan dreams of.

The game has a moderate difficulty level, solid controls, and better character balance than earlier entries in the series. It is suitable for players who enjoy traditional 2D fighting games or nostalgic anime styles. Whether you are a beginner or a veteran player, you can find enjoyable fighting fun in this game.

Game Guide:

I. Basic Operation Instructions

• Light Attack / Heavy Attack / Throw / Block Four-Button System
• Charge Button: Used to accumulate the Rage Gauge. When the Rage Gauge is full, a special move can be activated.
• Burst Mode: When HP is below a certain value, the character enters a critical state, increasing attack power and allowing for the cancellation of hitstun to perform combos.

II. Core Character Special Move Instructions

• Kenshiro
• Hokuto Hyakuretsu Ken: ↓↘→ + Strong Punch (Rage Gauge 1)
• Musou Tensei: Activate after filling the Rage Gauge to 3, dealing high damage over a wide area + invincibility startup
• Tactics: Mid-range zoning, close-range pressure, high counter-grabbing performance
• Raoh
• Kenatsu Houzan Reppa: →↓↘ + Strong Punch
• Tenha Kassatsu: Close-range Rage Burst type character, slow to execute but strong guard break
• Tactics: Use charged attacks to suppress enemies, and use "Super Armor" to prevent being interrupted.
• Toki
• Juken Ryusen: ↘↓↙ + Weak Punch, fast startup, suitable for combo starters
• Tactics: Relies on speed and evasion, excels in hit-and-run tactics, not suitable for head-on confrontations

III. Example of Practical Combos (Kenshiro)

Light Punch → Light Punch → Strong Punch → Hyakuretsu Ken (↓↘→+P)

High damage, smooth combo, suitable for beginners to practice rhythm

IV. Hidden Characters and Unlock Conditions

• Kaiser, Shura King, and other characters can be unlocked by completing the Story Mode or entering specific cheat codes
• Completing different character branches in Story Mode can unlock hidden dialogue and BOSS battles (such as Raoh's riding battle on Kokuoh-go)

V. Summary of Tips

• Avoid randomly charging Ki, otherwise it is easy to get counter-grabbed
• Reasonably use jumps and feints to lure enemies into making mistakes
• After familiarizing yourself with the enemy's attack patterns, use a "block-counter-throw-combo" three-stage pressure strategy