Virtua Fighter 4: Evolution

Two new characters join the cast: Goh Hinogami, a judoka with a focus on grappling and counters, and Brad Burns, a Muay Thai fighter who specializes in rapid strikes and evasive movement.

Players once again take the role of one of many martial artists competing in global tournaments, each with their own distinct fighting style.

Combat builds on the technical system of the series, where positioning, timing, and frame advantage determine success.

Each character has a wide range of moves, throws, and counters, and the game emphasizes precision in both offensive and defensive play.

Ring-outs remain an important tactical element, as victory can be achieved by forcing opponents outside the fighting arena.

Evolution also refines animations and move sets, making character techniques more responsive and varied compared to the earlier release.

A major addition is Quest Mode, which replaces the Kumite mode from Virtua Fighter 4.

In this mode, players select a character and travel across virtual recreations of arcades in Japan, competing against computer-controlled opponents modeled after real player styles.

Progression through the mode involves climbing arcade rankings, earning the right to enter tournaments, and facing increasingly difficult challengers.

Some matches include special conditions, such as limiting victory to certain move types, adding variety beyond standard combat.

Quest Mode also introduces an item and reward system.

Victories may yield money or cosmetic prizes, including clothing and accessories that customize a fighter’s appearance.

Money earned can be spent on additional customization options, character models, or background features such as wallpapers.

Other refinements include improved training and tutorial systems.

The game offers a detailed Practice Mode tha

Virtua Fighter 4: Evolution for PlayStation 2 is currently worth €12.75 loose, €11.29 complete in box, and €38.71 factory sealed. Prices are based on real sales and update regularly on Gamevaro.

Virtua Fighter 4: Evolution has a steady sales history on the tracked marketplaces, meaning it trades hands regularly and isn't considered particularly rare.

Loose means cartridge or disc only, CIB (complete in box) includes the original box and manual, and sealed means factory-sealed and never opened. For Virtua Fighter 4: Evolution, loose is €12.75 and CIB is €11.29 — CIB commands a premium because original boxes and manuals are fragile and often don't survive.

The PAL version of Virtua Fighter 4: Evolution is currently worth €12.75 loose, versus €9.81 for NTSC-U. Regional price differences usually come down to print run size and regional collector demand.