Let the hype begin.
The
biggest fighting game tournament of the year, Evo is set to go down from
Caesar's Palace in Las Vegas July 6 – 8. To get you prepared for the huge
tournament event, FightVG.com will be previewing each game on the main floor
and get you up to speed on some of the top players.
Ultimate
Marvel vs. Capcom 3 (UMvC3) is the perfect game to start. Has there ever been a
fighting game that has captured the imagination of the community as much as
UMvC3? Highly unlikely. We’re talking about a game that is demanded constantly
on streams on the east coast such as Sp00ky’s and on the west coast with events
like Wednesday Night Fights.
While
there was some controversy surrounding Ultimate being a retail disc rather than
DLC less than a year after the original title was released, the community never
left. In fact, it only got stronger. Fans from across the world tune in to see
players such as Tokido, F. Champ, Chris G, Viscant, and many more compete in
numerous tournaments.
It’s
probably no secret that UMvC3 is enjoyed by many gamers, but how will that
translate into Evo 2012? Look no further than Evo 2011. In the finals, PR
Balrog’s only hope of beating Viscant was to reset the bracket. With the score
tied, Balrog’s Tron Bonne countered Viscant’s Phoenix with a level 3 grab
and was able to reset the bracket.
Sure
Balrog still came up short in the finals, but it’s moments like this that have
kept the fighting game community (FGC) glued to this game. There are also the
not so glorious yet hilarious moments such as when DR Ray lost to Mike Ross at
last year’s Evo via Deadpool’s teleport suicide.
2012
may be the toughest year for UMvC3 players to earn a top spot. With hungry
competitors such as DJ Huoshen, Honzo Gonzo, TA Predator, Kbeast, and
MarlinPie, the lineup will be stacked. Even Street Fighter enthusiast Dieminion
is making a case for a serious run in UMvC3 competition.
With
so many competitors preparing for July 6 – 8, it would be no surprise if UMvC3
stole the show at Evo 2012. Many other fighting games have their own unique
following and this popular title is no exception. Let the hype begin indeed.
