Paper mag Electronic Gaming Monthly has the inside dope on Namco's new Soul Calibur fighter. Not just regular inside dope, but exclusive inside dope. Here's teaser:

If you're hankering for a virtual fistfight, top-quality options about — the Virtua Fighter, Tekken, and Dead or Alive franchises all offer satisfying punch-up action. But if you're truly looking to give your opponent something to cry about, it's all about wielding sharpened steel, and nothing beats Namco Bandai's Soul Calibur series for weapon-based fighting thrills. In our world-exclusive preview, we'll reveal the future direction of this beloved series.

This button mashing issue of EGM goes on sale July 3, so sit tight! Brian Ashcraft

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