SoulCalibur V

January 31, 2012 Project Soul Bandai Namco Entertainment
Fighting Simulator Strategy Arcade
PS3 X360
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SOULCALIBUR V, the latest entry in the premier weapons-based head-to-head fighting series continues the epic struggle of warriors in search for the legendary Soul Swords. SCV takes place 17 years after the events of SOULCALIBUR IV and continues the epic story of warriors in search of the legendary Soul Swords in 17th century Europe. The heroic battles transpire in a beautiful and fluid world with eye-popping graphics and visual appeal. SOULCALIBUR V tunes the battle, movement, and visual systems so players can pull off cool dynamic attacks with ease and battle with complete freedom. A new dawn rises in the eternal struggle between the mighty Soul Swords!.
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Game Info

Release Date January 31, 2012
Developer Project Soul
Publisher Bandai Namco Entertainment
Game Modes Single player, Multiplayer
Perspective Side view
Themes Action, Fantasy