A premature Steam page update has spilled major details on one of 2026's most anticipated fighters just days before PlayStation's State of Play. Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls, the Arc System Works-developed 4v4 tag team brawler, will launch with 20 playable characters, support for enormous 64-player online lobbies, and a dedicated single-player Episode Mode to explore team dynamics and Marvel lore according to the latest leaks.
The leak surfaced earlier this week through the game's Steam listing, which briefly went live ahead of schedule. It describes the game as a "blistering 4v4 fighting action" experience where players build dream teams from iconic Marvel heroes and villains, each reimagined in a bold anime-inspired art style. Matches pit squads against one another in tag-team chaos, with plans for post-launch content updates and DLC.
Of the 20 launch roster spots, only eight have been officially showcased through trailers and betas: Captain America, Iron Man, Ms. Marvel, Spider-Man, Star-Lord, Storm, Doctor Doom, and Ghost Rider. The remaining 12 remain under wraps, fueling rampant speculation on social media and forums. Fans are betting on X-Men staples like Wolverine or Magneto, given Arc System Works' history with deep Marvel ensembles in titles like Marvel vs. Capcom.
The Episode Mode stands out as a lore-deep dive, letting players unlock backstories and team synergies outside competitive play. This addresses a common critique of fighters lacking single-player depth, much like Dragon Ball FighterZ's arcade ladders or Guilty Gear's story modes.
Marvel Tokon burst onto the scene last June at a State of Play with its announce trailer, showcasing fluid 2D animation, explosive assists, and team-based supers in a cel-shaded anime aesthetic. Developed by Arc System Works (Guilty Gear Strive, BlazBlue) and published by PlayStation Studios in partnership with Marvel Games, it targets PS5 and PC with a 2026 release window. Closed betas followed: one in late 2025 featuring the initial roster and stages like a neon-lit Tokyo-inspired arena, and another teased for early 2026.
PlayStation confirmed its appearance on State of Play this Thursday at 2 p.m. PT / 5 p.m. ET for a 60-plus minute showcase packed with global announcements. It is very likely that there will be a big Tokon spotlight at the event. Some of the things we could expect are: full roster reveals, gameplay deep dives, beta dates, and a possible release window narrowing.
While the 20 character count impresses for launch some worry it's a small roster for 4v4 variety. Each fighter belongs to predefined teams, potentially limiting mix-and-match freedom initially. Post-launch DLC, hinted as "expanding," should address this, following ArcSys' model in Dragon Ball Sparking! Zero.
The 64-player lobbies promise tournament-scale spectacle, evoking Super Smash Bros. Ultimate's chaos but with Marvel's bombast. Spectator modes from betas suggest esports viability, perfect for EVO 2026 playtests that are already rumored.
Tokon's roster drought since betas had fans restless, with leaks and fan art filling the void. X-Men hopefuls point to Storm's inclusion as a gateway, while Guardians fans salivate over Star-Lord's blaster barrages. The anime flair with all of it's vibrant lines, dynamic poses evokes a feeling of Guilty Gear meets Marvel Rivals, blending competitive fighting depth with superhero flair.
Thursday's event could drop announcments for pre-orders, cross-play confirmation, or PC optimizations. For now, the leak quells doubts about the game's development, confirming a robust foundation for the game. Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls is looking ready to revive tag fighters, smashing spirits in style. Tune in February 12th for more details on the stream.