PS5 players get a 72-hour Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls beta in December

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PlayStation Studios, Arc System Works, and Marvel Games will run the next closed beta for MARVEL Tōkon: Fighting Souls on PlayStation 5 from December 5-7, 2025. First revealed in June 2025, the team-based fighter has already been playable at Evo in Las Vegas, Tokyo Game Show, and during a prior closed test. The upcoming beta expands the roster and stages while incorporating feedback-driven tweaks. A new trailer is available here:

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The test arrives with a defined schedule, mode availability by day, and several notable additions. Below are the key facts confirmed by the developers.

What’s new in this beta

• Two new characters: Spider-Man and Ghost Rider join the lineup, bringing the total to eight playable characters.
• Team format: Players can mix heroes and villains freely to form four-character teams.
• Two new stages: Savage Land and X-Mansion, each with interactive elements.
• System updates based on prior feedback: balance adjustments, performance optimizations, visual enhancements, and user experience upgrades. More specifics will be shared closer to the test.

Closed beta schedule and modes

The beta runs for 72 hours, starting at midnight Pacific Time on Friday, December 5, 2025, and ending on Sunday, December 7, 2025 at 11:59 PM. Availability of CPU and online modes varies by day.

Beta timing and mode availability – PS5 only

Note: The test is subject to interruptions if urgent maintenance is required.

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Access and participation

Previous beta participants will be automatically registered and will receive a reminder email from PlayStation. If you registered interest earlier but did not take part, look out for an invitation email. First-time participants can register via PlayStation’s beta portal: official sign-up link.

Ahead of the test, the team plans to provide control guides and beginner tutorial videos to help players get up to speed.

Context: where the project stands

Announced in June 2025, MARVEL Tōkon: Fighting Souls is a team-based fighter co-developed by PlayStation Studios, Arc System Works, and Marvel Games. The structure emphasizes four-character squads and interactive stages, aligning with modern tag-style fighting trends while leaning on Marvel’s character roster.

Final takeaway – why it matters

This beta adds recognizable characters and interactive arenas while testing balance and systems over a 72-hour window. For PS5 players curious about the team mechanics and stage interactions, December’s build offers a concrete snapshot of where the fighter is headed.