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Power Instinct is the first entry in the fighting game series launched by Atlus in 1993. Set against the backdrop of the Goketsuji clan, it lets players pick a clan member to compete in a martial arts tournament that determines the clan heir. First released on arcade platforms, it was later ported to home consoles like the Super Nintendo (SNES) and Sega Mega Drive. The game features 8 playable characters, each with unique fighting styles and skills. It introduces new mechanics such as double jump and transformation, boosting combat diversity and strategy. Notably, some characters can transform via specific inputs to change their appearance and fighting style — a feature that was quite innovative for fighting games at the time. In terms of story, the game centers on the Goketsuji clan’s succession. Players must defeat other clan members and ultimately challenge the current clan head, 78-year-old Ume Goketsuji, to claim leadership. Its humorous tone and unique premise help it stand out among fighting games, winning over players. Power Instinct launched in Japan in November 1993, followed by a Super Nintendo release in North America in 1994. Its success led Atlus to release multiple sequels in the following years, further expanding the series’ world and character roster.