Fatal Fury: City Of Wolves – Tips And Tricks For Open Beta

For those eager to jump into the action ahead of the official release, the Open Beta is now underway, running until February 24. This beta offers players an early opportunity to experience next-generation combat, featuring innovative game mechanics, a striking comic-inspired art style, and adaptable control schemes suitable for both newcomers and seasoned fighters. Prepare to sharpen your skills and face South Town's newest and most formidable challengers!

Open Beta Features: What to Expect

The City of the Wolves Open Beta provides players with the chance to test the game's integrated rollback netcode and cross-network play capabilities. Participants can choose from eight playable characters and engage in three online modes:

• Ranked Match - Compete against other players to climb the leaderboards.
• Casual Match - Play stress-free matches against opponents of any skill level.
• Room Match - Set up private lobbies and fight with friends.

For those new to Fatal Fury, an offline Tutorial Mode is available, offering a comprehensive training ground to learn the game's mechanics and prepare for online battles.

Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves, EVO Moment incoming pic.twitter.com/BA6UF8kB8L

— Arcadenaut (@Arcadenautt) February 21, 2025

One of the most exciting new mechanics debuting in City of the Wolves is the Rev System, a customizable toolkit that enhances offensive strategies right from the start of each match. Only the strongest players will be able to master and balance every Rev technique to dominate South Town's fighting scene.

Fighters Available in the Open Beta - Classic Fighters Return

The Open Beta will feature some of South Town's most legendary combatants, including:

• Terry Bogard – The ultimate all-rounder, Terry has powerful projectiles, anti-air attacks, and rushdown moves, making him great for players of any skill level. Use Power Charge and Crack Shoot to pressure opponents and force them to make mistakes.
• Mai Shiranui – A nimble, well-balanced fighter, Mai excels at applying pressure with Sayo Chidori and controlling movement with Musasabi no Mai, making her an excellent choice for players who love mobility-based tactics.

New faces entering the fray:

• Preecha – A fierce Muay Thai fighter specializing in relentless multi-hit attacks. She can break through defenses using the Hyperbolic Kick or open up opponents with a Rev Preecha’s Combination into Circular Step.
• Vox Reaper – A sinister new challenger with long-range strikes and a deadly command grab. His standing heavy punch can chain into his Kokuen Ryuu shockwave, dealing massive damage.

More fighters to try:

• Rock Howard – The son of Geese Howard and Terry Bogard’s protégé, Rock has a well-balanced fighting style, combining ground-based projectiles with forward-moving attacks. His Shinkuu Nage command grab is a strong combo starter when used with Rev Accel.
• Hotaru Futaba – A swift and technical fighter with great mix-up potential. Her projectiles act as a shield while closing in, and she has a midair stomp (Koushuu Da) and quick command grab (Shajou Tai) to break through defenses.
• B. Jenet – The bold leader of the Lilien Knights, B. Jenet is a highly technical fighter with strong aerial attacks. Her Afterburner move sets up combos, while Gulf Tomahawk can be canceled using the braking mechanic to mix up opponents.
• Kain R. Heinlein – A methodical fighter who controls space with powerful projectiles. His Schwarze Lanze is a key tool for punishing aggressive opponents, though his charge-based moveset makes him more challenging to master.

Choosing the Right Control Style

To cater to players of all skill levels, City of the Wolves offers two distinct control schemes:

• Arcade Style – Traditional fighting game controls for experienced players.
• Smart Style – A more accessible control scheme that simplifies special moves and combos with straightforward inputs.

Trying to play the Fatal Fury open beta and I'm now realizing they called it City of the Wolves because they don't give you a practice mode and just throw you into the wovles truly genius strategy this is so much fun for newcomers!!

— DumbSkull (@_DumbSkull_) February 20, 2025

This flexibility ensures that both veterans and newcomers can enjoy Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves at their own pace.

Get Ready to Fight!

The Open Beta is the perfect chance to test your skills, explore the roster, and prepare for the full release in April. Whether you're a longtime Fatal Fury fan or a newcomer eager to experience the franchise for the first time, City of the Wolves promises intense, fast-paced battles with a fresh, modern twist.

Sharpen your claws, step into the ring, and prove yourself as the alpha of South Town!