1. Heihachi
Maybe it's a bit harsh to condemn a character as 'overpowered' when it takes
years of practice to get to that level, but Heihachi is notorious for being extremely advantageous for advanced players thanks to a move set that combines to decidedly greater effect than most other characters in the game. But even at the more basic level, Heihachi is the master of Mishima Style Karate, which has an incredibly overpowered moves lists. The Electric Wind Godfist (EWGF) is the best launcher attack in the game, leaving you floating around as helplessly as a Tesco carry-a-bag while your opponent juggles you to their heart's content. Godfist aside, the infamous Mishima spinning kicks are devastating and rangey, and will always cause lower-level players nightmares. With all that said, Heihachi only becomes overpowered at the topmost echelons of the game, so you could argue it's a just reward for the players who put in the hours. As a result, grandpa Mishima ain't likely to get toned down, so get practicing!
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