Virtua Fighter 4 Evolution - Sony PlayStation 2 (PS2)

I’ve sunk hours into the character-specific command training, and the way each fighter’s move list actually teaches you proper execution is a huge bonus over other PS2 fighters. The loading screens are quick, and the arcade-style timing feels spot-on.

The Greatest Hits edition is a great way to grab this classic on the cheap, and the disc's loading times are noticeably snappier than the original release. I've sunk hours into the tournament mode and the character roster feels deeper than ever.

The frame timing in VF4 Evolution feels so precise that every dodge and counter actually lands when I intend it to, and the extra training modes in this version helped me finally nail the throw escapes. I’ve sunk hours into the Kumite mode alone, and the AI still catches me off guard.