Dead or Alive 4

Tecmo’s DEAD OR ALIVE fighting series is back with DEAD OR ALIVE 4 for the Xbox 360. The first DEAD OR ALIVE game for the new console is stunning, but it’s...
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8.6
very good
 
CRITICS SCORE
8.6
(91 ratings)
GAMER SCORE
8.6
(9971 ratings)

Game Overview

Tecmo’s DEAD OR ALIVE fighting series is back with DEAD OR ALIVE 4 for the Xbox 360. The first DEAD OR ALIVE game for the new console is stunning, but it’s not all just looks. The game includes all of the great fighting action players have come to love and expect from the series. DEAD OR ALIVE 4 has a huge roster of characters, including many familiar faces and some new ones. Ryu Hayabusa, Kasumi, Zack, and more return to face off against each other and their new opponents. Each has his or her own special, unique fighting style, personality, and storyline. Like all fighting games, some characters must be unlocked by achieving specific tasks before they can be used. The new fighting feature in DEAD OR ALIVE 4 is the addition of multileveled fighting arenas. Players can now move up and down the level while battling and even throw their opponents over the edge. Many different background items on each level can be used in one way or another, as well. The game includes many of the standard fighting modes like stor

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Expert Reviews

GameSpot review logo
88/100
score

An impressive feat of a fighting game that boasts some excellent, fast-paced action in addition to terrific good looks. Best of all, you can play it online over Xbox Live, virtually guaranteeing you'll find tough, unpredictable competition at any hour.

GameZone review logo
93/100
score

With over 45 achievements to collect and never-ending fighting matches online, you will not run out of things to do in this game for a long time.

IGN review logo
90/100
score

The counter system is less forgiving and will definitely challenge fans of the series, especially those fond of DOA3. This affects every other area of the game. The harder characters to master are even more powerful now, and there is more of a ground game

Game Specs

Audio/Video
Custom Soundtrack, HDTV 1080i, HDTV 480p, HDTV 720p, In-Game Dolby Digital

Memory
1 MB

 

Modes
Arcade, Career, Challenge, Co-op 2, Deathmatch, Practice, Simultaneous, Story, Survival, Team Battle, Time Trial, Tournament, Training, Versus

Online Features
Leaderboards, Online Multiplayer, OptiMatch, Quick Match, Voice

 

ESRB Game Ratings

ESRB Rating of "M"
This game is Rated: Mature
Content is most suitable for persons ages 17 and up. This game is likely to contain violence and blood, suggestive themes, or strong language.
Content Descriptors:
Blood, Violence, Sexual Themes, Partial Nudity
 
Game Info
Platform:Microsoft Xbox 360
Release Date:12/29/2005
Publisher:Tecmo
Developer:Team Ninja
Genre:Fighting
ESRB Rating:M
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Recent Customer Reviews

Fast, fluid fighting

It is a fun game, a bit hard at times (the final boss is lamely unfair), and a good overall price.
Published 1801 days ago by chalgyr

A great sequel

You should already own this!
Published 2265 days ago by makotosan

Lots of flash, little substance

Either you loved Dead or Alive before or you did not. If you did not, then you really won't...
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Published 2455 days ago by weatherbee1982

Bouncing Boobs and Killer Kicks: Dead or Alive 4

Easily the best DoA game to date. Lovely to look at, but also fun to play. Aside from some cheap...
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Published 2605 days ago by Mike_Bracken

The best in fighting returns

This game is for dead or alive fans , 2d fighting fans may not like it. But overall it's an easy...
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Published 2605 days ago by jmonkey21

Dead or Alive 4 for Xbox 360
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