Byon May 2, 2014 at 7:52 am

Enterbrain recently published its latest mook, ARCADIA Fighting Game REMIX. Within its contents are system and character guides for the latest arcade titles, interviews with players and game creators, as well as character rankings for multiple titles based on the latest information.

Who’s top (or bottom) tier, according to Japan? Like most discussions of this sort, these rankings are far from infallible, but they should provide a good look at the current thinking on character strengths. Check them out and let us know what you think.

SUPER STREET FIGHTER IV ARCADE EDITION Ver.2012

S Fei Long, Cammy, Akuma A Sagat, Ibuki, C.Viper, Sakura, Gen, Ryu, Yun, Makoto, Ken B All other characters C T.Hawk, Dan

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GUILTY GEAR Xrd -SIGN- Ver.1.01

In no particular order within same rank.

S Zato-1, Faust A Ky, Sol, Chipp, Millia, May B All other characters C Potemkin

Ogawa’s Tentative Ver.1.02 Ranking

In no particular order within same rank.

S Zato-1, Chipp, Faust A Ky, Sol, Millia, May, Ramlethal (predicted) B All other characters

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BLAZBLUE CHRONOPHANTASMA Ver.1.10

In no particular order within same rank.

S Azrael, Kokonoe, Litchi A All other characters B Makoto

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Persona 4 The ULTIMAX ULTRA SUPLEX HOLD Ver.1.02

S+ Yu Narukami S Aigis, Teddie, Yosuke Hanamura, Shadow Labrys, Naoto Shirogane, Sho Minazuki A Mitsuru Kirijo, Kaji Tatsumi, SHO MINAZUKI, Yukari Takeba, Chie Satonaka, Yukiko Amagi, Akihiko Sanada B Labrys, Junpei Iori C Elizabeth

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TEKKEN TAG TOURNAMENT 2 UNLIMITED

S Devil Jin, Kazuya, Heihachi A+ Lars, Nina, Feng, Bob, Jin (!!) A Leo, Dragunov, Jinpachi, Steve, Armor King, Hwoarang, Miguel, Bruce, Lei, Eddie/Christie (!!) A- Bryan, Lee, Paul, Jaycee, Marduk B+ JACK-6, Asuka, Ganryu, Law, Anna (depending on partner), Xiaoyu B Alisa, Zafina, Raven, Lili, King, Jun, Baek, Wang B- Yoshimitsu, Kuma/Panda, Roger Jr., Ogre

Jin’s rise in ranking is based on his iron-wall defense, while Eddie/Christie are noted for the strength of their reverse 50-50 mix-ups (particularly 4+LP, RK).

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THE KING OF FIGHTERS XIII CLIMAX

*Based on editor Dune’s opinion and referring to opinions from Ichimu, M’, Tokido, Pamu, Haregoro, Picnic, Hiroto and Rinomoto.

SS Iori with the Power of Flames S Mr. Karate AA Kim, Iori Yagami A Kyo Kusanagi, Hwa Jai, Chin Gentsai B NESTS style Kyo, Vice, Shen Woo, Takuma Sakazaki, Benimaru Nikaido C All other characters

Anchor-only Ranking

SS Iori Yagami, Shen Woo S Vice, Kim A Hwa Jai, Chin Gentsai B Ash Crimson, Remaining top characters

Evo 2013 Champion AS|Reynald’s Ranking

S Iori with the Power of Flames, Mr. Karate A Yuri Sakazaki, Kim B Benimaru Nikaido, Kyo Kusanagi, NESTS style Kyo C Takuma Sakazaki, King, Chin Gentsai, Hwa Jai D All other characters

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VIRTUA FIGHTER 5 FINAL SHOWDOWN

SS Akira S Taka-Arashi, Lion, Brad A Jacky, Jean, Vanessa B Goh, Shun, Wolf Large Gap C Sarah, Kage, Lau D El Blaze, Jeffry E Aoi, Pai, Lei-Fei, Eileen

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STREET FIGHTER III 3rd STRIKE -Fight for the Future-

S+ Chun-Li S Ken, Yun, Makoto A Dudley, Urien, Akuma, Yang, Ryu, Oro B Elena, Ibuki, Necro C Alex, Hugo, Q, Remy D Twelve, Sean

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ARCANA HEART 3 LOVE MAX!!!!! Ver.1.02

In no particular order within same rank.

S Zenia, Elsa, Clarice A Weiß, Eko, Dorothy, Angelia, Kamui, Kira, Mei-Fang, Lieselotte B Akane, Catherine, Konoha, Saki, Scharlachrot, Heart, Petra, Maori, Yoriko C Nazuna, Fiona, Lilica

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AQUAPAZZA -AQUAPLUS DREAM MATCH- Ver.2.01

Ordered from left to right within same rank.

S Tamaki A Touka, Konomi, Chizuru, Karulau B Sasara, Morgan, Oboro, Arawn C Hakuowlo, Multi, Riannon D Manaka

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UNDER NIGHT IN-BIRTH Exe:Late

Ordered from left to right within same rank.

S Gordeau, Merkava, Waldstein A Eltnum B Carmine, Vatista, Yuzuriha, Linne, Orie C Seth, Hyde, Chaos, Akatsuki, Hilda

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EN-EINS PERFEKTEWELT

In no particular order within same rank.

A Sai, En-Eins, Adler B+ Kanae, Perfecti, Kati, Murakumo, Dawei B Akatsuki, Fritz C+ Elektrosoldat, Marilyn Dajie C Blitztank, Tempelritter, Anonym Guard

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GAROU -MARK OF THE WOLVES-

In no particular order within same rank.

A Kevin, B.Jenet, Gato, Kain, Grant B Kim Dong Hwan, Kim Jae Hoon C Khushnood, Hokutomaru, Hotaru, Terry D Tizoc, Rock, Freeman

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Shin Koihime†Musou ~Otome Taisen★Sangokushi Engi~

Within the same rank, the top characters are stronger than those below, while the left characters are slightly stronger than those to the right.

S Kannei, Sonken

Sonshoukou A Kakouen, Kan’u, Kakouton B Ryofu, Chouhi, Chouun

Sousou

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Source: ARCADIA Fighting Game REMIX, tip via Kurushii