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Learn about the moves and gameplay mechanics in Dead or Alive 6. This guide covers new features like the Break Gauge and Fatal Rush, and lists returning and new characters.

This section of the Dead or Alive 6 guide focuses on the game's moves and core gameplay mechanics. It details new features introduced in this installment and lists the characters available.

New Mechanics:

• Break Gauge: A new mechanic that sits under the life bar. It starts half-full in the first round and can be used in various ways with the Special button (or Hold + Special).
• Fatal Rush: A new offensive mechanic.
• Visible Damage: Fighters show visible damage during the course of a fight.
• Sweat Effects: Return from Dead or Alive 5 and are more pronounced.

Removed Mechanics:

• Power Blow
• Power Launcher

Characters:

• Returning: Kasumi, Hayate, Ayane, Eliot, Brad Wong, Ryu Hayabusa, Helena Douglas, Hitomi, Leifang, Jann Lee, Rig, Bayman, Zack, Marie Rose, Honoka, Tina Armstrong, Bass Armstrong, Mila, Christie, Kokoro, Lisa Hamilton, Raidou, Phase 4 (DLC), Nyotengu (DLC), Momiji (DLC), Rachel (DLC).
• New: Diego, NiCO, Tamaki (DLC).
• Guest: Mai Shiranui (DLC), Kula Diamond (DLC).