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Game Overview

Gouketsuji Ichizoku (or Power Instinct if you're not playing the Japanese version) is one of those Sega Genesis fighters that feels like it snuck in from an alternate universe where fighting games were designed by a circus troupe. You pick from a cast of absolute weirdos—like a grandma who turns into a demon mid-fight or a schoolgirl who attacks with floating psychic hands—and then just let the chaos unfold.

The moves are ridiculous, the animations are over-the-top, and the whole thing has this gleeful, unhinged energy that makes even losing fun. It’s not as polished as Street Fighter II, but that’s kind of the point. The soundtrack slaps, too—those crunchy Genesis synths give every punch extra oomph.

If you’ve ever wanted a fighting game where strategy involves wondering whether your opponent will suddenly sprout wings or start breakdancing, this is your jam. Still holds up if you’re into retro brawlers with personality.