Summary
- Release Year: 1996
- Genres: Fighting
- Platforms: DOS, PC (Microsoft Windows)
- Developers: Phantom Card
- Publishers: Atlantean Interactive Games
CatFight: The Ultimate Female Fighting Game (1996)
CatFight is a fighting game released in 1996 for the arcade and Sega Saturn. It is notable for being one of the first fighting games to feature an all-female cast of digitized actresses, similar to Mortal Kombat. The game was developed by Technos Japan and published by SNK.
Gameplay
CatFight is a traditional 2D fighting game with a roster of eight female fighters. Each fighter has her own unique moves and special abilities. The game also features a variety of stages, each with its own unique hazards and obstacles.
The game’s controls are simple and easy to learn, making it accessible to players of all skill levels. However, the game is also quite challenging, and it takes practice to master the various characters and techniques.
Characters
The eight playable characters in CatFight are:
- Cat – A skilled martial artist who is also a master of disguise.
- Viper – A deadly assassin who uses her whip and claws to tödliche Kämpferin.
- Amazon – A powerful warrior who is skilled in hand-to-hand combat.
- Ninjette – A agile ninja who uses her speed and stealth to her advantage.
- Sorceress – A powerful sorceress who uses her magic to attack her opponents.
- Vampire – A vampire who uses her fangs and claws to drain her opponents’ blood.
- Cyberdoll – A cyborg who uses her strength and technology to überwältigen her opponents.
- Queen – The final boss of the game, and the most powerful fighter in the game.
Development
CatFight was developed by Technos Japan, a company that was known for its fighting games, such as Double Dragon and Renegade. The game was directed by Takashi Nishiyama, who had previously worked on the Fatal Fury series.
The game was originally planned to be released for the Neo Geo arcade system, but it was eventually released for the Sega Saturn instead. The Saturn version of the game was ported by Almanic Corporation.
Release
CatFight was released in arcades in 1996. The Sega Saturn version of the game was released in Japan in 1997 and in North America and Europe in 1998.
The game was not a commercial success, but it has since gained a cult following among fans of fighting games and retro gaming.
Reception
CatFight received mixed reviews from critics upon its release. Some praised the game’s unique all-female cast and its fast-paced gameplay, while others criticized the game’s repetitive gameplay and lack of innovation.
However, the game has since been reevaluated by critics, and it is now considered to be a classic fighting game. The game’s unique cast of characters and its challenging gameplay have made it a favorite among fans of the genre.
Legacy
CatFight is one of the first fighting games to feature an all-female cast of characters. The game’s unique cast and its challenging gameplay have made it a favorite among fans of the genre.
The game has also been praised for its groundbreaking use of digitized actresses. The game’s characters are all played by real actresses, and their digitized sprites are incredibly detailed and realistic. This level of detail was unprecedented at the time, and it helped to set CatFight apart from other fighting games.
CatFight is a classic fighting game that is still enjoyed by fans of the genre today. The game’s unique cast of characters, its challenging gameplay, and its groundbreaking use of digitized actresses make it a must-play for fans of fighting games and retro gaming.
Review Score
7/10
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