The PSP’s "Ad-Hoc" mode (local wireless play) was revolutionary. It allowed up to 4 or even 16 players to battle in the same room without a router. Many Japanese developers took the "anime arena fighter" formula and cranked it up to 11. Unlike modern battle royales that focus on looting and shooting, these games focus on

: A massive offline crossover mod featuring characters from various iconic series with custom arenas and intense combat. Anime War (PSP/Android)

: Offers over 70 playable characters and allows for full 360-degree movement in massive arenas.

Dragon Ball: Shin Budokai is a classic DBZ fighting game that features a battle royale mode where players take on the role of DBZ characters and fight to be the last one standing. With a huge cast of DBZ characters, fast-paced combat, and a variety of Ki-based attacks, this game is an intense experience.