My Hero Academia: All’s Justice Review

My Hero Academia: All’s Justice is the latest hero-fighting title from Bandai Namco, chronicling the climactic final season of the acclaimed anime action series. Players step into the role of Izuku Midoriya, better known by his hero name, Deku, as he continues his journey from underdog to symbol of hope.

The game prepares heroes for their ultimate confrontation against All For One, Tomura Shigaraki, and the League of Villains. Fans can relive iconic battles and pivotal moments from the series’ decade-long run in an immersive, action-packed experience.

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A Trip Down Memory Lane

As a longtime fan of the anime, I found My Hero Academia: All’s Justice to be a rewarding experience, even as someone relatively new to this type of fighting game. Having played titles like Naruto Ultimate Ninja and Dragon Ball Sparking Zero, I find the gameplay familiar yet tailored to the unique world of My Hero Academia. For first-time players, the game is intuitive and easy to grasp, making the transition smooth.

One of the standout features is the modernized control scheme, particularly the accessible “Normal” mode. This option lets newcomers execute combos instantly without memorizing complex inputs, while seasoned fighting game fans can opt for manual controls to preserve the traditional experience. The flexibility ensures that both audiences can dive into the action without barriers.

Combat itself is fluid and responsive. In Normal mode, core mechanics are streamlined into main attack, strong attack, quirk, jump, and defense commands. Players can swap between members of their three-person team, counter opponents, and unleash powerful specials to shift momentum. The controls are intuitive, making it easy to learn while still offering depth for mastery.

The game opens with the climactic battle between Deku and Shigaraki, a thrilling introduction that may be a spoiler for some viewers. From there, Story Mode picks up midway through the penultimate season, which may be challenging for those not caught up with the anime. Still, the narrative-driven battles faithfully recreate pivotal moments, immersing fans in the series’ high-stakes conflicts.

Beyond Story Mode, the Virtual World serves as the hub for My Hero Academia: All’s Justice‘s single-player content, offering a wealth of options. Hero’s Diary explores character relationships with Deku, while Team Battle functions as a mission-based tutorial that eases newcomers into the game’s systems. The Archives let players relive iconic battles from earlier seasons, while Free Battle and 1P vs CPU provide straightforward combat encounters. Online play and training modes further expand the experience, catering to competitive and casual players alike.

What truly sets My Hero Academia: All’s Justice apart is the depth of its single-player content. Even for those uninterested in online battles, the Virtual World offers hours of engaging gameplay, ensuring that fans and newcomers alike can find value in exploring its many modes. While some may feel like filler, such as certain Hero’s Diary episodes, those who are absorbed in the anime can find many small snippets here that offer deeper looks at these characters, whether or not they are substantial.

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Exploring the Virtual World is a rewarding experience, especially for those who want to fully immerse themselves in the My Hero Academia universe. The Team Battle Mode offers self-contained missions that allow players to roam freely, tackle objectives, and engage in side quests. Along the way, you can recruit sidekicks to support your journey and take on unique hero missions to boost your score.

Progressing through Team Battle Mode begins with Deku, but soon expands to include fan favorites such as Bakugo, Ochaco, and Todoroki. Each character brings their own quirks to exploration, adding verticality and variety as you scale buildings and navigate the environment.

With such a large roster, switching between heroes during missions keeps gameplay fresh and strategic. Hero coins can be used to restore health and improve scores, while random encounters with enemies across the map add an extra layer of challenge.

Completing quests rewards players with hero points, which can be spent on customization options, including unlockable costumes and cosmetic upgrades. This feature is particularly engaging for longtime fans, who will appreciate seeing their favorite characters evolve and be tailored to their own playstyle.

With 68 playable characters, the game offers extensive replay value. Players can experiment with countless three-person team combinations to discover optimal synergies for competitive matches, or stay true to the anime’s narrative by assembling canon teams.

For returning fans, My Hero Academia: All’s Justice delivers a satisfying blend of content and nostalgia. However, newcomers may find it easier to start with an earlier My Hero Academia title to better understand the characters and avoid late-series spoilers that could diminish the anime’s impact.

Verdict: Buy It!

My Hero Academia: All’s Justice is an essential experience for fans of the franchise and for enthusiasts of anime-inspired fighting games. The game is easy to get into, the default controls are accessible, and the roster offers a vast array of character combinations to explore.

For solo players, the game offers plenty of variety without requiring multiplayer. You can relive the series’ storyline, tackle newly introduced mission modes, and even uncover original adventures that expand beyond the manga and anime, which is perfect for those seeking additional content.

However, newcomers to the series may find My Hero Academia: All’s Justice a challenging entry point. With the narrative deeply tied to the later arcs of My Hero Academia, the game assumes familiarity with its lore and characters. For the best experience, it’s recommended to catch up on the series first. Once spoiler-proofed, players can fully appreciate the depth and excitement this fighting title has to offer.

*My Hero Academia: All’s Justice was reviewed on a PS5 with a review code provided by the publisher.