We already published the list of best 3DS games of all time, now it’s time to discover the best 3DS fighting games of all time.
With amazing titles available, the 3DS definitely has a great library of fighting games.
So, if you’re a fan of both the 3DS and fighting games, there’s a chance you’ll like this list.
And some of you may already know some of the games mentioned in this list.
#5. Tekken 3D Prime Edition
- Release Data: Arika/Namco Bandai Games, 2012
- Genre: Action » Fighting » 3D
If you want to play Tekken against your friends locally on the go, then Tekken 3D Prime Edition is perfect for you.
It won’t set the world alight, but it’s a strong addition to 3DS’s array of fighting games.
However, this unique title is reserved to hardcore fans only.
#4. BlazBlue: Continuum Shift II
- Release Data: Arc System Works, 2011
- Genre: Action » Fighting » 2D
It’s one thing to treasure a character in a fighting game for their move set, but it’s another to treasure the character for their unique personality as well.
BlazBlue: Continuum Shift II successfully brings this player/fighter relationship to reality on the 3DS, and sets it on top of an outstanding battle engine with a multitude of gameplay modes.
#3. Dead or Alive: Dimensions
- Release Data: Team Ninja/Tecmo Koei Games, 2011
- Genre: Action » Fighting » 3D
This fighting game series is great for its brutal hand-to-hand combat.
The main story mode is an awesome look back on the series’ history, and gives a great amount of nostalgia for fans of the franchise.
Not only that, the fighter roster is also the largest we’ve ever seen.
#2. Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS
- Release Data: Bandai Namco Games/Nintendo, 2014
- Genre: Action » Fighting » 2D
The Super Smash Bros. series has been around since the Nintendo 64, but few games in the franchise feature as much variety as this version does.
There’s even an exclusive mode called “Smash Run”, where players fight random enemies for 5 minutes and earn power ups for use later.
#1. Super Street Fighter IV: 3D Edition
- Release Data: Capcom, 2011
- Genre: Action » Fighting » 2D
This was an early 3DS game, and showed off the capabilities of the system rather well.
The 3D effect is great, and adds some satisfying depth to battles.
The touch screen offers shortcuts to special moves, allowing players to simply tap a button on screen to execute otherwise complicated maneuvers.
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See also: Best Wii Games & Best Wii U Games
Are your favorite games on the list?
Deciding which 3DS fighting game is the best is no doubt a never ending topic, but it’s fun to do!