Garou: Mark of the Wolves
A new pack of wolves in South Town, and the perfect block at exactly the right moment.
Coming soon to UsuArcade
Votes to bring it to the arcade: 0
In the meantime, head into the arcade and play the cabinets that are already there
- Year
- 1999
- Manufacturer
- SNK
- Players
- 2 players at once
- Genres
- Fighting games
- Decade
- '90s arcade games
Garou: Mark of the Wolves showed up just as arcades were starting to thin out, and that's exactly why everyone who found one remembers it so fondly. Silky animation, lively stages and an almost brand-new roster: this was SNK's 2D fighting at its peak.
It's not in the UsuArcade arcade yet, but it's already on the wish list.
History
SNK released Garou in 1999 on its Neo Geo hardware as the next chapter of the Fatal Fury series. Instead of recycling the cast, it introduced a new generation led by Rock Howard, son of Geese, alongside an older Terry Bogard who swapped his trademark cap for a jacket.
Over the years it's become one of SNK's most respected fighters, and it still shows up at classic fighting game tournaments.
How to play
It's a one-on-one fighter with four attack buttons. The headline mechanic is Just Defense: block right as the hit lands and you gain back a little health and recover faster to punish. It rewards nerves of steel over button mashing.
Before each fight you pick where on your life bar T.O.P. mode kicks in, giving you extra power and a special attack while your health sits in that zone. Choosing it well can flip a whole match.
Fun facts
- Terry Bogard trades his classic cap for a jacket and a more grown-up look.
- The lead, Rock Howard, is the son of villain Geese Howard.
- Just Defense forces you to read your opponent instead of just attacking.
In the arcade
Garou: Mark of the Wolves is coming soon to UsuArcade. It's on the arcade wish list, and you can vote for it with the “I want to play it” button: the most-voted games get added first. Meanwhile, you can throw down in Street Fighter II, or team up in Double Dragon and Final Fight, right in your browser with friends watching.
Once Garou: Mark of the Wolves lands in the arcade, you'll be able to play it online two-player, each on your own phone or PC, in the same game.
FAQ
Can I play Garou: Mark of the Wolves on UsuArcade?
Not yet. It's on the wish list, and you can vote for it with “I want to play it” to bring it in sooner.
What year did Garou: Mark of the Wolves come out?
In 1999, from SNK, on the Neo Geo.
What is Just Defense?
A perfectly timed block that restores a bit of health and lets you counterattack faster.
What fighting games can I play there now?
Street Fighter II, plus Double Dragon and Final Fight for two-player brawling.
