Choosing an anime to watch after MARVEL Tōkon: Fighting Souls starts with the team you use in battle. Crunchyroll’s official selection matches each group with a series that reflects its powers, atmosphere or approach to spectacle.
Key points
- MARVEL Tōkon: Fighting Souls launches on August 6, 2026, for PS5 and PC, with cross-play between the two platforms.
- The game features 20 characters at launch and four-person team battles.
- In France, the Standard, Deluxe and Ultimate editions cost €69.99, €94.99 and €109.99 respectively.
- Crunchyroll’s official selection pairs MARVEL Tōkon teams with anime recommendations.
Find the anime that matches your team
The Fighting Avengers focus on collective heroism. My Hero Academia is the clearest fit for players drawn to powers and teamwork, while One Punch Man suits those prioritising humour and spectacular fights.
The Unbreakable X-Men carry a darker tension. Jujutsu Kaisen echoes their powerful but difficult-to-control fighters. My Hero Academia remains the warmer alternative.
The Amazing Guardians value complementarity. World Trigger puts preparation, strategy and reading the battlefield at the centre of its clashes. Dr. Stone extends their inventive and technological side.
The Samurai Outriders lean towards tragic figures and stylised confrontations. Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba matches that energy, while Bleach offers a broader option driven by its characters’ powers and attitude.
The Knights of Doom rely on unstable alliances and complex plans. Code Geass is aimed at fans of morally ambiguous strategists. Solo Leveling is the stronger choice for viewers looking for a spectacular rise in power.
Release date, platforms and editions
MARVEL Tōkon: Fighting Souls launches on August 6, 2026, for PlayStation 5 and PC. The PC version will be available on Steam and the Epic Games Store. Cross-play is planned between PS5 and PC.
The Standard edition is listed at €69.99 on the French PlayStation Store. The Deluxe edition costs €94.99, while the Ultimate edition reaches €109.99. Deluxe adds the Year 1 character and stage pass, Howard the Duck and Cosmo. The pass includes four characters and one additional stage.
The game features 20 characters at launch, four-person team battles and an Episode mode. Matches can be played locally or online. PlayStation Plus is required only for online play on PS5.
The Standard edition is enough to discover the battles and teams. Deluxe is aimed at players who already want to follow the Year 1 content. Ultimate mainly adds outfits and visual items.
What the anime comparisons reveal
Crunchyroll’s selection is built around atmosphere rather than a universal gameplay equivalence. The Fighting Avengers point to collective heroism, while the Samurai Outriders evoke more tragic fighters. That reading aligns with PlayStation’s official presentation, which distinguishes the abilities, styles and individual stories of each character.
For players, the comparison offers a simple way to choose a team before the first match. A strategy-focused group may point towards World Trigger; a more aggressive lineup may lead to Demon Slayer. The 4v4 system still leaves room for experimentation: the first two characters are available at the start of the fight, while the others unlock after a level transition, a bounce near the edge or a lost round.
The anime recommendation does not determine which edition to buy. The annual pass becomes worthwhile only if you plan to stay active after launch.
What the launch will clarify
- Whether the Year 1 pass maintains genuine variety in play styles for players considering Deluxe or Ultimate.
- Whether cross-play remains stable between PS5 and PC.
- Whether all five teams develop a strong identity in competition beyond their thematic presentation.
For confirmed information, see the PlayStation game page and Crunchyroll’s anime selection. Previously published announcements remain available on the PlayStation Blog. Future news can also be found in the latest video game news, the news section and the jeu.video homepage. You can also follow the topic through the PlayStation page, the Crunchyroll article, the PlayStation Blog, our article on Sound! Euphonium arriving in an English version on and our article on Clash of Cards in Clash of Clans: the Manga Fury skin.
Frequently asked questions
Which anime should you choose with the Fighting Avengers?
My Hero Academia is the main choice. One Punch Man is better if you are mainly looking for humour and spectacle.
Which anime matches the Unbreakable X-Men?
Jujutsu Kaisen extends their tension and their difficult-to-control powers.
Which series should you start with the Amazing Guardians?
World Trigger emphasises preparation and complementarity. Dr. Stone reinforces their technological side.
Which anime should you watch with the Samurai Outriders?
Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba matches their tragic energy. Bleach offers a broader alternative.
Which series should you choose for the Knights of Doom?
Code Geass suits fans of strategy and unstable alliances. Solo Leveling focuses on the rise in power.
Verified sources
These links can be used to verify the key information used in this article.
- crunchyroll.com: Crunchyroll News, published on 2026-08-06: anime selection associated with the MARVEL Tōkon: Fighting Souls teams, the official source for the article’s angle.
- playstation.com: Official PlayStation France page, accessed on 2026-08-06: release date, platforms, cross-play, French prices, 20 characters and game features.
- blog.playstation.com: PlayStation Blog, published on 2026-06-28: official Samurai Outriders lineup featuring Ghost Rider, Blade, Loki and Deadpool.
- youtube.com: Official PlayStation video: animated MARVEL Tōkon: Fighting Souls opening and confirmation of its anime-inspired visual identity.
