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Choose a fighter in a fast 3D tournament, using counter-based combat, Break Gauge specials, and interactive stages.
Released 28 Feb 2019
Counter Strikes and Throws
Unleash Break Blows
Trigger Stage Explosions
DEAD OR ALIVE 6 is fast-paced 3D fighting game, produced by Koei Tecmo Games, featuring stunning graphics and multi-tiered stages that create a truly entertaining competitive experience.
Developed by KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD. · Published by KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.








DEAD OR ALIVE 6 continues the series' story after DEAD OR ALIVE 5. Its main narratives follow the conflict between the ninjas and DOATEC and Donovan's M.I.S.T., alongside the sixth tournament, with side episodes for returning characters.
Fights use a triangle system: strikes beat throws, throws beat holds, and holds beat strikes. Timed counters can deal extra damage, while the Break Gauge powers moves such as Break Blow, Break Hold, and Fatal Rush.
Stages add hazards and opportunities to turn the arena against an opponent. Knocking a fighter into onlookers can send them back toward the stage center, while smashing certain stacks of boxes or barrels can trigger chain explosions. Story, arcade, and time-attack modes are also available.
In these reviews, players who enjoy the game often point to its fast, fluid fights and the tactical back-and-forth of strikes, throws, and counters. Some also appreciate that the basic combat is approachable while offering room to develop combos and timing, along with interactive stages and character visuals. Many reviews focus instead on dissatisfaction with the delisting, re-release, and DLC pricing.






| Platforms | Windows |
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| Achievements | 36 |
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| Players | 2 |
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| Multiplayer | DEAD OR ALIVE 6 supports competitive multiplayer focused on 1v1 fighting. Official store data confirms Online PvP and Shared/Split Screen PvP, and reviews mention ranked matches, lobby matches, private lobbies, and local versus play. Reviews also state all fights are 1v1 and that tag mode/tag battles are not present. |
| Multiplayer & mods | One review mentions a hitbox/hurtbox visualizer and moveset-related mod tools. No provided source states that mods are supported or usable in multiplayer, or that they change multiplayer features. |
| Controller support | Xbox |
| Controller required | No |
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| Metacritic | 73/100 View on Metacritic |
| Website | Official website |