I have been a SoulCalibur fan since 1996 when the fighting series came on the scene as Soul Blade for the PSone. The series got an amazing graphical and gameplay overhaul when it arrived on the Dreamcast as SoulCalibur where it left its mark as a classic.

SoulCalibur IV is the BEST SoulCalibur yet. The games graphics are state of the art and are the best I have seen in a fighting game since DOA 4. The character creation is as every bit addicting as it is fun to use. The online play is there and what a treat it is. Also online is lag free and has no faults in my book. The story mode is a real treat to play as I have become relentless in my pursuit to beat all the characters stories. The arcade mode is as fun as always and can be frustrating at times for a casual fighting fan like myself. Overall the game is as great as a fighting game should be. It's SoulCalibur it cant get any better than this. You have fun, addicting and at times challenging gameplay mixed with outstanding beautiful graphics. The game is a masterpiece by far.

GameWired Score: 9.5 out of 10