Dead or Alive 2 Classic
Sega Saturn · Fighting
Dead or Alive
| System | Sega Saturn |
|---|---|
| Released | 1997 (originally 1996) |
| Genre | Fighting |
| Developer | Team Ninja |
| Publisher | Tecmo |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Dead or Alive |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 6 |
Developed by Team Ninja and published by Tecmo, Dead or Alive arrived on the Sega Saturn in 1997 as a fighting game. This Saturn release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1996.
It landed about 2 years into the Saturn's life. Other notable Saturn releases from 1997 include Doom, Sonic Jam and Quake. Among the 30 Saturn fighting games in our database, it ranks #12 by legacy score.
It is part of the Dead or Alive series. The series also appears on other systems with Dead or Alive 2 (Dreamcast) and Dead or Alive (PS1).
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)
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer story-driven games or have no one to play against
What playing Dead or Alive 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.
Dead or Alive walkthroughs & guides
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Playing Saturn games today
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Dead or Alive FAQ
When did Dead or Alive come out on the Saturn?
Dead or Alive was released for the Sega Saturn in 1997; the original game dates back to 1996.
Who made Dead or Alive?
It was developed by Team Ninja and published by Tecmo.
How long does Dead or Alive take to play?
As a fighting game, Dead or Alive 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 Dead or Alive 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.