S.V.G. - Spectral vs Generation / Sheng Mo Shiji (M68k label V200) (ARM label V200, ROM 10/11/05 S.V.G V201)

Spectral vs Generation is a 2005 versus fighting game developed by Idea Factory and published by IGS. Built on IGS PGM hardware, this four-player title offers a unique experience rooted in Idea Factory’s earlier turn-based RPG series. Players select from a cast of characters to engage in head-to-head battles, with the objective being to deplete your opponent's health bar through strategic attacks and defensive maneuvers. The game allows for two unlockable character variants—Hiro2 and Jadou2—accessible via specific button sequences entered during character selection. These alternate versions likely offer different move sets or abilities compared to their standard counterparts, adding depth to the gameplay. Spectral vs Generation was initially released in Japan and later ported to home consoles including the PlayStation 2 and PSP. Idea Factory’s development team comprised former employees of Data East, bringing a wealth of experience to this fighting game adaptation. While details on the specific narrative or story elements remain scarce, the connection to Idea Factory's RPG lineage suggests a rich backstory underpinning the competitive action.