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Game entry

Soul Edge

1996 · Fighting, Beat 'em up, Arcade · Arcade · Namco

Soul Edge is ranked no. 3,249 among the best video games of all time by GameForever voters, with an ELO score of 1,441 and 38% of duels won.

World rank

no. 3,249

ELO score

1,441

Wins

38%

Duels played

79

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About Soul Edge

Soul Edge is a 3D arcade fighting game and the first in the Soul series, it is one of the first 3D fighting game in history that place a particular emphasis on the story of the fighters. Each character have their own weapon, allowing for a wide range of play styles. The slower, longer ranged characters try to deliver their heavy blows from a distance whereas the quicker, faster characters try to get in as close as possible and deliver quick-hitting attacks.

ELO progression

Score moved from 1,500 to 1,441 ELO points over the last 123 days.

Head-to-head

Direct record on the most played match-ups.

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The games Soul Edge sits between in the world ranking.

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  2. 3,247 Hytale 1,441
  3. 3,248 Jurassic World Evolution 1,441
  4. 3,249 Soul Edge 1,441
  5. 3,250 Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth 1,441
  6. 3,251 World of Final Fantasy 1,441
  7. 3,252 Amnesia: Rebirth 1,441

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