Shaolin vs Wutang

Shaolin vs Wutang

J.Bowman, Jae Lee Productions · 2016

A lovingly staged kung-fu movie brought to life

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The WhatsNext verdict

If you want a casual fighter that recreates the look, music, and campy energy of classic kung-fu cinema, Shaolin vs Wutang delivers a distinctive movie-night experience. Players seeking deep competitive mechanics or online rivalry should look elsewhere.

What it does best

  • A lovingly staged kung-fu movie brought to life

  • Classic kung-fu music makes every bout feel cinematic

  • Simple, readable fighting with satisfying martial-arts rhythm

What might put you off

  • Too casual for serious fighting-game players

  • No online versus mode

The setup

What you are walking into

Shaolin vs Wutang is a real indie love letter to classic 70's and 80's Kung Fu films. Features include hand to hand and weapon combat, and licensed music from authentic Kung Fu films.

Where it lives

PlayStation 4PC (Microsoft Windows)Xbox OneNintendo Switch

Genre

FightingRole-playing (RPG)IndieArcade

Vibe

Action
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