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Art of Fighting
Deep cut
| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Released | 1994 (originally 1992) |
| Genre | Fighting, Action |
| Developer | SNK |
| Publisher | SEGA |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Art of Fighting |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 2 |
Released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1994, Art of Fighting is a fighting game developed by SNK and published by SEGA. This Genesis release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1992. It blends fighting and action elements.
It landed about 5 years into the Genesis's life. Other notable Genesis releases from 1994 include Sonic the Hedgehog 3, Mortal Kombat II and FIFA International Soccer.
It is part of the Art of Fighting series. The series also appears on other systems with Art of Fighting 2 (SNES) and Art of Fighting 2 (Neo Geo). SNK also made Samurai Shodown, King of the Monsters and Fatal Fury 2 for the Genesis.
Art of Fighting supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you have a friend to play against
- you've played the Genesis hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer story-driven games or have no one to play against
What playing Art of Fighting is like
Fighting games pit two characters against each other in short one-on-one bouts. Depth comes from learning special moves, combos and each character's strengths.
Tip for newcomers: Pick one character and learn their basic special moves before branching out. Fighting games are at their best against a friend at a similar skill level.
Art of Fighting cheats & codes
26 codes on file (Action Replay, Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Remove Status Bars From The Play Screen | FF01F5:0000 |
|---|---|
| Infinite Time | FF02B3:0009 |
| P1 Wins Modifier | FF11B2:000? |
| P2 Wins Modifier | FF11B3:000? |
Art of Fighting walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Art of Fighting.
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Playing Genesis games today
Genesis games are fast and immediate, and many are made for two players. Official collections and Nintendo Switch Online carry a big slice of the library, and Rec0m88 can run your own Genesis backups with online netplay.
Art of Fighting FAQ
When did Art of Fighting come out on the Genesis?
Art of Fighting was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1994; the original game dates back to 1992.
Who made Art of Fighting?
It was developed by SNK and published by SEGA.
Is Art of Fighting multiplayer?
Yes. Art of Fighting supports up to 2 players.
How long does Art of Fighting take to play?
As a fighting game, Art of Fighting typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Art of Fighting on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.