SoulCalibur

 Dreamcast
  • Publisher: Namco
  • Release Date: Sep 8, 1999
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8.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 281 Ratings

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  • Summary: This is a tale of souls and swords, transcending the world and all its history, told for all eternity... The greatest weapons-based fighter returns, this time on Sega Dreamcast. Soul Calibur unleashes incredible graphics, fantastic fighters, and combos so amazing they'll make your head spin!
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Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 24 out of 24
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 24
  3. Negative: 0 out of 24
  1. CheckOut
    100
    I guarantee you'll be amazed at how phenomenal this game looks, and you won't be able to put it down.
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  2. IGN
    100
    The number one reason to buy a Dreamcast.
  3. GamePro
    100
    Without a doubt the best looking fighting game ever, with nuances like muscle rippling, facial expressions of pain, fear, and anger, and caustic lighting effects that dazzle the eyes.
  4. Antagonist
    100
    The great gameplay, large variety of options, and the absolutely astounding visuals combine to make this game near perfect.
    All this publication's reviews
  5. Game Fan
    98
    "Soul Calibur's"only detectable flaw... while professed SC masters may think that they can manhandle any selectable character, the ugly truth is that some of the game's characters are completely over- and under-powered.
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  6. Planet Dreamcast
    95
    The graphics, particularly the character models and animation, are stunning. The fighting is both strategic and intense, fun to watch and fun to play.
  7. Cincinnati Enquirer
    88
    "Soul Calibur" revolutionizes (3D Fighting) with amazing graphics, intriguing characters and an incredibly smooth 60 frame per second game engine.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 65 out of 68
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 68
  3. Negative: 1 out of 68
  1. AdamL.
    May 7, 2002
    10
    It's Soul Caliber. Tekken is poor compared, Asteroth is class, Nightmare is the beast, if i continue, i'll be here till christmass. It's Soul Caliber. Tekken is poor compared, Asteroth is class, Nightmare is the beast, if i continue, i'll be here till christmass. needless to say, if you don't have a copy, may god have mercy upon your soul...… Expand
  2. MarkF.
    Dec 15, 2001
    10
    I beat the game years ago and I'm still hooked!
  4. NikkiH.
    Jul 8, 2003
    10
    The best fighting game I've ever played by far! It's got everything; eye-candy graphics, great characters & some of the most The best fighting game I've ever played by far! It's got everything; eye-candy graphics, great characters & some of the most amazing moves I've seen in a long time. It even seems to have a plot (of sorts) which I really like; the characters have real depth & even a personal history. The thing I like about it most of all are all the hidden extras you uncover when you complete the game. It gives you a real added incentive to carry on playing. I would personally recommend this game to anyone.… Expand
  5. Bob
    Apr 23, 2003
    10
    That the best Fighting action games I never saw!!
  6. kmezzi
    May 24, 2013
    10
    Although the series took a little dive in recent releases, we all know how great it made it's stay. The graphics at the time we're amazing,Although the series took a little dive in recent releases, we all know how great it made it's stay. The graphics at the time we're amazing, the gameplay is better then some games today, and this is the golden era of fighting games, along with Battle Arena Toshinden, which is an underrated rival.… Expand
  7. evolution98
    Sep 17, 2018
    10
    "Transcending history, in a world, a tale of souls and swords eternally retold"

    THE best Dreamcast game ever. This was the defining weapon    "Transcending history, in a world, a tale of souls and swords eternally retold"

    THE best Dreamcast game ever. This was the defining weapon based fighting game which gathered a massive following and is still played to this day.

    I love the graphics. They are so beautiful. They are a huge improvement over the arcade version. I love the soundtrack and the series would continue to have fantastic soundtracks. The gameplay is why the game is so beloved and immersive in the fighting game genre. I love the Soul Charge and Guard Impact mechanics. The characters are amazing. They have so much depth, likability and would continue to get even better as the series continued. The stage design is amazing.

    The game is notable for its story, lore and its great. It was stupendous. There is so much to unlock from Weapon Master mode which gave the game so much replay ability.

    This game is a must have.    … Expand
  8. Tony
    Jul 21, 2004
    4
    What is it with people drooling over this turd? Soul Calibur is an awful game, even if it looks great. I agree with the guy who says Project What is it with people drooling over this turd? Soul Calibur is an awful game, even if it looks great. I agree with the guy who says Project Justice is much better!… Expand

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Awards & Rankings

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#1 Best Dreamcast Game of 1999
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#1 Most Discussed Dreamcast Game of 1999
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#1 Most Shared Dreamcast Game of 1999