Virtua Fighter 5: Final Showdown

Legit one of if not the best fighter ever. What it lacks in roster size it makes up for in balance, with each character bringing something unique to the game. On top of that, the stage design is fantastic both aesthetically and in practicality which compliments the incredible amount of character customization and the cool atmosphere the game sets up. Mechanically, I don't think there's any 3D fighter that can compare to VF5 - it does so much with so little, and learning the game is enthralling.