A stunning surprise entry inspired by The Last Airbender universe has fans fired up.
It looks like the Avatar universe is finally stepping into the fighting game scene, and honestly, no one expected it to look this good. Out of absolutely nowhere, Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game appeared online on the Steam page, with a trailer. The title itself might change later (it’s a working name for now), but this could be one of the most exciting Avatar projects in years.
The reveal kind of exploded across the internet, and from there, it was like wildfire as everyone took to diving into the screenshots, the details, and the short trailer. Seriously, the visuals are chef’s kiss. Even from a single trailer, it’s hard not to be impressed by how beautifully the characters move.
The gameplay seems to focus on one-versus-one battles; it’s not trying to directly compete with heavy hitters like Street Fighter or Tekken, but it’s got its own flair. There’s a certain simplicity to it, but in a good way. What makes it even more exciting is that it’s coming next year.
There’s something bigger brewing in the distance, by the way. Rumor has it that a bigger Avatar RPG is set for 2027. Some of you might remember this from a few years back when a developer closely tied to the Avatar license mentioned a massive project in the works. Then this new fighting game might be the appetizer before the main course, that is, the big RPG release.
The Avatar franchise has had a mixed track record in gaming, with a handful of mediocre titles. But this one feels different. From the visuals to the tone, it looks like it has substance.
According to its Steam page, Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game will launch with 12 playable characters and plenty more planned for post-launch via seasonal updates. You’ll also be able to choose support characters who can influence your fighting style and give you access to special moves. The game also promises a unique flow system, which sounds like a natural fit for the world of Avatar.
The game also includes a single-player campaign with an original story, combo trials, a gallery mode, cross-play, and what’s being called best-in-class netcode for online play. It’s rich in flavor and features, something we haven’t gotten much from Avatar games. Also, as I said, the current name is a “working title,” so it’s entirely possible it’ll be rebranded later.
Right now, the confirmed platforms include PS4, PS5, PC, and Nintendo Switch 2. Xbox wasn’t mentioned (how surprising), though that could change later. It’s also strange to see it announced for PS4 but not the original Switch.
The one-vs-one gameplay immediately brings that old-school fighting vibe.
What’s interesting, though, is the addition of those support characters. It’s not clear whether they’ll actually jump into the fight or just boost abilities, but either way, it’s an exciting twist that adds another layer to the battles.
And I need to talk about the art style, which appears to be hand-drawn, and everything from the bending animations to the backgrounds looks mesmerizing. Watching characters bend fire, water, earth, and air feels as epic as The Last Airbender should be. And the combat somehow looks both artistic and explosive at the same time. It captures that perfect blend of the show’s style with Mortal Kombat-like fighting.
It’s creative, stylish, and downright impressive. Whether it’s water slicing through the air or a burst of rock exploding from the ground, every move looks like it belongs in a cinema hall.
With just 12 characters at launch, it could feel a bit limited if the price tag ends up being too high, especially if more characters are locked behind a DLC paywall. Fighting games have a history of pushing too many post-launch purchases, after all.
The single-player campaign can almost be compared to something like PlayStation All-Stars Battle Royale—a game that wasn’t groundbreaking story-wise but still gave players a fun narrative context for the fights. That kind of effort, even when simple, goes a long way. Too often, licensed games like these feel rushed or half-hearted, but Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game seems different.
Even more exciting is what this could mean for Avatar games going forward. If this one lands well, it could open the door for that rumored AAA RPG project in 2027 to become a full-blown event.
But that’s for later, and the buzz around this fighting game is real. And even for players who aren’t typically into fighting games, this one looks tempting. It’s got that “I just have to try it” energy that even casual players are responding to. Personally, I’m not a huge fighting game fan—I enjoy Mortal Kombat, and I’ve dabbled in Street Fighter—but this one? This means more.
It’s the kind of project you want to support, both for the creativity behind it and for what it could mean for future Avatar games. When Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game finally drops, it’ll be fascinating to see how it performs and how fans respond. But from what’s been shown so far, this looks like one of the most promising Avatar titles we’ve ever seen.
