The Killing Blade / Ao Jian Kuang Dao (ver. 109, Chinese Board)

The Killing Blade is a four-player versus fighting game released in 1998 by IGS. Players control distinct martial artists locked in intense combat, utilizing an eight-way joystick and four buttons to execute strikes, blocks, and special moves. The gameplay emphasizes direct confrontation between the characters, with each possessing unique attack patterns and animations designed for competitive head-to-head matches. The game’s technical specifications include a Motorola 68000 main CPU alongside a Zilog Z80 sound processor and ICS2115 sound chips to deliver both visual action and accompanying audio effects. A large team of animators, designers, musicians, and programmers contributed to the title's development, as evidenced by the extensive staff list associated with the project. Originally released on December 29th, 1997, The Killing Blade provides a straightforward fighting experience centered around skill-based battles between four players simultaneously.