Soul Calibur IV

The world's premier weapon-based fighting game franchise returns to showcase the epic struggle between the spirit sword Soul Calibur and the cursed sword Soul Edge in Soulcalibur IV. Set to finally reveal the origins of this ongoing story, the game features new and familiar faces from across the galaxy seeking the rival swords for vengeance, honor and salvation. A revamped battle system revolutionizes the fighting game genre and with character customization to amazing guest characters to online battles, this venerable franchise vaults into the next generation with style. In a monumental alliance, NAMCO BANDAI Games and LucasArts have joined forces to feature the iconic Star Wars characters within the Soulcalibur universe, including an Playstation 3 exclusive character in Darth Vader.

Ever-expanding roster - Now, the iconic characters of the Star Wars universe enter the fray including the Dark Lord of the Sith, Darth Vader, exclusive to Playstation 3. And new Soulcalibur characters are featured, including Hilde, who seeks the sword of resurrection to bring back her mighty king.
New fighting elements - With the unique Active Matching Battle (AMB) mechanic, you must fight against multiple opponents and manage the battle wisely. Once you've weakened an opponent's Soul Gauge, you can destroy pieces of their armor, then perform a critical finishing move to eliminate them with spectacular effects.
Multiple game modes - Try Training mode to practice your skills, then play Story mode to uncover each character's story line, enter Arcade mode to compete in endless battles, or take on the Tower of Lost Souls where you must customize your skills in order to reap the rewards from special battles. And check out Museum View, to see your unlocked movies, backgrounds, and game art.
Character customization - Create a character unlike any other with custom looks and items. Build your character with items that will affect their skills, abilities, and the outcome of the battle. Choose wisely as each item affects the attributes of your character.
Online battles - For the first time ever, fight online to prove who is the ultimate Soulcalibur weapon master. Try Standard VS Battle to go one-on-one in a classic match-up or take your customized character online in Special VS mode, and prove that your creation is the best in the world.