The game uses a side-view 2D fighting format centered on one-on-one matches. You choose one of four playable fighters and face a sequence of three opponents, then a mirror match against your own character, and finally the boss. Jumping is not done with up on the directional pad; instead, one of the action buttons handles jumps, while the remaining button is used for attacks. There are three difficulty settings, and the easiest mode ends after four of the five fights. Timing, spacing, and safe pressure are the main skills needed to advance.
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Arrow Move
Z A
X B
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Masters of Combat is a 1994 versus fighting game for the Sega Master System. Players pick one of four finalists and battle through a mysterious tournament, including a mirror match and a final boss. Its unusual control scheme assigns jumping to a button instead of the d-pad, giving it a distinctive feel. The game is remembered as a late-era, uncommon Master System fighter with a sci-fi tournament premise.
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1994-01-01
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The four tournament fighters
The selectable contenders who make up the game’s main cast and represent the final bracket of the tournament.
Learn the jump button first, since movement timing is unusual compared with most fighters. Keep a simple plan for mirror matches, because your own preferred patterns will be used against you. On harder settings, play patiently and look for openings after blocked attacks rather than rushing in. The boss is easier if you conserve space and avoid predictable jumps.
No cheats or unlockables available
Tips
Practice the nonstandard jump button before focusing on combos or spacing.
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Mirror matches punish repetitive offense, so vary your approach.
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Start on an easier difficulty to see how the shortened mode works.
User Reviews
A curious late Master System fighter with a memorable control gimmick.
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Short and rough around the edges, but interesting for retro fighting fans.
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The sci-fi tournament setup gives it more personality than many small-scale fighters.
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