Maximilian is going old school for the fourth time. The fourth episode to the Capcom vs. SNK 2 series, "Garage Warrior" has hit the web. Max and friends continue to duke it out on an arcade cabinet in a garage.
Friday, June 29, 2012
Reminder: Super Street Fighter IV Arcade Edition 2012 Evo Prefinals tonight (June 29) at 11 p.m. ET
The road to Evo is coming to a close.
Evo 2012 takes place July 6-8 from Caesar's Palace in Las Vegas. There have been many tournaments to prepare for the event, but this is the last highly anticipated one.
The "Super Street Fighter IV Arcade Edition 2012 EVO Prefinals" will be held at the Taito Station Shinjuku Game World in Japan. Top Japanese player, Daigo Umehara runs the event and he has invited Osamu Ichikawa for an exhibition match. Osamu was diagnosed with cerebral palsy at the age of one. Despite this, he has overcome the odds and will participate at Evo 2012, playing with his cheek and chin no less.
The event starts in Japan on Saturday, but time differences mean it'll kick off tonight (Fri. June 29, 2012) at 11 p.m. ET. Watch players such as Daigo, Osamu, and Fuudo at the Evo Prefinals, after the jump.
Poll: Which tournament are you looking forward to most at Evo 2012?
The clock is ticking.
Evo 2012 is just one week away (July 6-8). The grandest fighting game tournament event of the year takes place at Caesar's Palace in Las Vegas.
FightVG.com wants to know what tournament you'll be looking forward to the most. Your choices are: Super Street Fighter IV Arcade Edition v.2012, Mortal Kombat 9, Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3, King of Fighters XIII, Street Fighter X Tekken, and SoulCalibur V.
You can vote in the top right hand corner of the site. Voting ends Friday (July 6) so get going!
KoF XIII: Yuri Sakazaki combos by Persona World (Video)
Persona World is back at it again. The renowned combo video specialist has his hands full with King of Fighter XIII (KoF XIII). Yuri Sakazaki gets the spotlight in this nearly three minute combo highlight video.
Street Fighter x Tekken: "2-Hands/2 Players" by Desk
Look mom, two hands!
Desk is still a strong advocate for Street Fighter x Tekken (SFxT). While others have dismissed the title for numerous reasons, the unofficial fighting game breaker has stuck by it since day one. He shows this by continuing his SFxT videos.
This one comes to us via MachinimaVS. Watch Desk use two hands for Cross Assault combos below.
UFC Undisputed 3: "Get SAPPED" episode #5 (Video)
Get ready to see the fifth player "Get SAPPED.". This is the fifth episode of the series where MMAGame uses Bob Sapp for his online matches. The goal of these videos is to land a knockout with the K1 and Pride FC veteran.
Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3: "Online Warrior" episode #34
With TAC infinites in Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3 (UMvC3) taking the fighting game scene by storm, it was only a matter of time before Maximilian chimed in. Max takes to the 34th episode of the UMvC3 "Online Warrior" to share his thoughts.
If you're lost on the TAC madness, click here. Watch the "Online Warrior," after the jump.
Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3: Frank West Solo Combos by DreamKing (Video)
Everyone's favorite photo journalist doesn't need assistance. DreamKing has posted a new Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3 (UMvC3) combo video featuring Frank West. This time the Dead Rising protagonist flies solo.
Thursday, June 28, 2012
Street Fighter x Tekken: Zangief combos by Cjbqulix (Video)
Cjbqulix is back with another Street Fighter x Tekken (SFxT) video, Zangief style With Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3 (UMvC3) taking over the fighting game scene lately, this is a good reminder that SFxT still has life.
"ASSIST ME!" crew coming to Evo 2012
They're coming.
Maximilian took to YouTube to announce the "ASSIST ME!" crew will be at Caesar's Palace in Las Vegas for Evo 2012 on July 7 at 4 p.m. PT. Not only will the crew have their own booth at the biggest fighting game tournament event of the year, but they'll also be doing a live episode for those in attendance.
It's been a tough road for the "ASSIST ME!" cast (more on that here) but this has to be a huge boost in morale for those involved with the popular online series. Watch Max go into greater detail of his role at Evo 2012, after the jump.
Blast From The Past: UFC Undisputed 2010 Fabricio Werdum by SFAVerdi (Video)
Sometimes it's good to relive games of the past. That's exactly what SFAVerdi is doing with his latest video. He turns back the clock two years ago to play as Fabricio Werdum in UFC Undisputed 2010. NOTE: Language not safe for work (NSFW).
Virtua Fighter 5: Final Showdown sells over 300,000 downloads globally
Earlier this month, Sega revealed they had exceeded sales expectations for Virtua Fighter 5: Final Showdown in Japan. Not much else was known in terms of sales. Now the clouds have cleared just a bit more.
Sega has announced they have sold over 300,000 downloads of Final Showdown globally within two weeks of its release. Still no word on North American sales figures.
This has to be considered a big success for Sega and AM2 with the latest installment in the Virtua Fighter series being a downloadable title.
UMvC3: Sentinel, Dante, Nova, Storm, Taskmaster, and Iron Man TAC Infinites (Video)
Infinites, oh my! Instead of showing you just one TAC infinite in Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3 (UMvC3), how about six? If you're lost on what the big deal is, click here. Below is Sentinel's and Dante's infinites, for Nova, Storm, Taskmaster, and Iron Man, head past the jump.
King and Hugo added to Street Fighter x Tekken Mobile roster
Two top notch grapplers are returning to Street Fighter x Tekken (SFxT) Mobile.
Capcom (via Andriasang) has confirmed the additions of King and Hugo to SFxT Mobile. The two wrestlers were featured in the console versions of the game so it should come as no surprise that they're making it to iOS devices.
But that's not all.
A new gem system for SFxT Mobile is titled, “Gem Roulette.” When landing a launch attack, “Gem Roulette” releases a Pandora’s Box. The player will then receive a booster gem.
Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3: Morrigan TAC Infinite (Video)
Enjoy (or hate) them while they last. Another Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3 (UMvC3) TAC infinite has been released (via Yungstunna221). Who else has an infinite? Who else but the DarkStalkers beauty, Morrigan?
Massive Guilty Gear XX: Accent Core Plus R change list for second location test unveiled
Like fine wine, it gets better in time.
A new change list has been released for the second Guilty Gear XX: Accent Core Plus R location test. Testing will be held in Japan June 30 and July 1. The list comes from the official Guilty Gear website in Japanese.
Luckily, Shinjin (via SRK) has translated the change list. See what's in store for the second location test, after the jump.
Persona 4 Arena: Story Mode Trailer
Hope you understand Japanese. A new trailer for Persona 4 Arena was put up on Famitsu (via TheSoridduke22) today (June 28). Atlus wanted to put the focus of this trailer on the story so most of the fighting is nullified by dialog.
Big Two 6/27/12 results
The 33rd Big Two event has concluded.
Henry Cen once again took over streaming duties for Sp00ky last night (June 27). Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3 (UMvC3) and Super Street Fighter IV: Arcade Edition v.2012 (AE v.2012) battles took place from Next Level in Brooklyn, NY.
By the end of the night, Chris G walked away with the top prize in UMvC3 play. Spabrog made a statement with his first place win in AE v.2012 action.
See the Big Two 6/27/12 below.
Dead or Alive 5: New character 'Rig' revealed, debut trailer released
Canadian Tae Kwon Do at its finest.
Tecmo Koei has been making some waves with their upcoming Dead or Alive 5 (DoA 5) title. The publisher recently announced a Collector's Edition as well as pre-order specials. Now a new character from Canada joins the fracas.
Enter Rig. This Tae Kwon Do experts makes his DoA debut in style. Watch him give Bass Armstrong a whooping, after the jump.
Revelations 2012 Teaser
Revelations 2012 will take place in Santa Monica August 17-19. This year's post Evo tournament promises to be bigger and better than ever before, but no one expected Doom to make a special appearance. Could this mean Maximilian shows up as well?
Wednesday, June 27, 2012
Street Fighter x Tekken: Rufus infinite by Desk
Capcom fighters just can't escape infinites.
Desk is back with another Street Fighter x Tekken (SFxT) video. With all the news of Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3 (UMvC3) TAC infinites, Desk felt SFxT shouldn't be left out in the cold. A Rufus infinite is possible and it's post patch.
Watch the never ending assault below.
UFC Undisputed 3: Anderson Silva vs. Jose Aldo (Video)
SFAVerdi has uploaded his 100th video and this one is a doozy. For his UFC Undisputed 3 clip, he's put reigning middleweight champion Anderson Silva against reigning featherweight champion Jose Aldo. NOTE: Language not safe for work (NSFW).
Reminder: Big Two live stream tonight (June 27) at 8 p.m. ET
Another Big Two tournament event is set.
Tonight (June 27) the 33th Big Two tournament event will take place at Next Level in Brooklyn, NY. The event starts at 8 p.m. ET but sometimes the stream will kick off a little earlier for testing. You can expect Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3 (UMvC3) and Super Street Fighter IV: Arcade Edition v.2012 (AE v.2012) action.
Watch the Big Two live, after the jump.
Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3: Week of Open Lobbies Day 5 (Video)
Had enough Marvel yet? Maximilian has reached the final day of Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3 (UMvC3) open lobbies. Max has dedicated this week to commentating his own matches as well as others when spectating.
Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3: TAC Infinite Explanation
Confusion.
That's what many Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3 (UMvC3) players were feeling when they heard of team aerial combo (TAC) infinites. Whether you're a fan of exploits in video games or not, the TAC bug won't last. UMvC3 producer Ryota Niitsuma is fixing the issue.
Of course not everyone is up to speed on what this even means. If you're lost on the whole situation, click here, here, here, and here
In the meantime, EviltoasterofFP has uploaded an explanation video. Watch it, after the jump.
UFC Undisputed 3: Lyoto Machida Montage by MMAGame (Video)
MMAGame has posted his 100th video. He celebrates by showcasing a UFC Undisputed 3 montage of former light heavyweight champion, Lyoto Machida. Watch "The Dragon" go knockout happy below.
Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3: Fix in the works for TAC Infinites
Depending on how you feel, the newly discovered TAC infinites are keeping you attached to Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3 (UMvC3), or keeping you away.
Opponents of the exploit can now rest, after Evo that is. UMvC3 producer Ryota Niitsuma took to Twitter (via Zhi) to reveal a fix is in the works for these infinites.
Here is the quote:
Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3: MODOK Midscreen TAC Infinite (Video)
The team aerial combo (TAC) infinites continue. A midscreen TAC exploit has been discovered for MODOK (via Borawserboxer) in Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3 (UMvC3). Fans of the infinites shouldn't feel too comfortable as a patch is in the works. For more on that, click here.
Tuesday, June 26, 2012
Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3: Frank West TAC Infinite (Video)
You had to see this one coming. Akairyu13 has uploaded the inevitable Frank West team aerial combo (TAC) infinite for Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3 (UMvC3). Infinites will not be banned at Evo 2012.
SFAVerdi explains why there's no UFC Undisputed 3 video today, promises "Road to 100" tomorrow (June 27)
SFAVerdi isn't doing it for you, at least not today.
The UFC Undisputed 3 uploader usually updates his YouTube channel on time and in style, but things are a little different. "Doing it for Her" took to his account to address why things didn't go as planned and makes a promise that tomorrow (June 27) will be smoother in the form of a "Road to 100" video.
See what he had to say below.
Street Fighter III: 3rd Strike: "Online Warrior" episode #13
Not often do you see an uploader as consistent as Maximilian.
Sometimes Max will upload well over two videos a day. All of the time, he keeps in touch with his loyal viewers and asks for their feedback on the happenings of the fighting game world. Episode 13 of the Street Fighter III: 3rd Strike edition of the "Online Warrior" is an example of his dedication.
Max has titled episode 13, "Sent From Heaven." Check out the video, after the jump.
Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3: Week of Open Lobbies Day 4 (Video)
The end is near. Maximilian has posted the fourth episode to his open lobbies in Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3 (UMvC3). Max is just one episode away from completing the entire week.
UFC Undisputed 3: Shogun Rua vs. Dan Henderson ranked by MMAGame (Video)
MMAGame has uploaded his 99th video. He discusses how he deals with opponents who exploit the reversal system in UFC Undisputed 3. The uploader promises the 100th video will be "epic."
Monday, June 25, 2012
Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3: Magneto TAC infinite, will not be banned at Evo 2012 (Video)
First it was Trish, now a team aerial combo (TAC) glitch for Magneto has been discovered in Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3 (UMvC3). Tournament players should get used to these because Mr. Wizard announced they will not be banned from Evo 2012.
Evo 2012 pools unveiled, over $100k in total prize money
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Never will this be more true than Evo 2012 set for July 6-8 from Caesar's Palace in Las Vegas. The stakes for each tournament have never been higher. In fact, the top prize in Super Street Fighter IV: Arcade Edition v.2012 (AE v.2012) alone is $25,000 thanks to Capcom.
So what about the other titles? Head past the jump to see what's up for grabs for your favorite Evo game.
UFC Undisputed 3: Chan-Sung Jung online with updates by SFAVerdi (Video)
The "Korean Zombie" is steam rolling the featherweight division in the UFC. Much like in real life, Chan-Sung Jung also dominates the UFC Undisputed 3 online scene when used by players such as SFAVerdi. The uploader also gives an update on what his future videos will offer.
Katsuhiro Harada lashes out at fans requesting old Tekken voice-overs, says 'whiners' need to act like adults
Not often do you hear the head of a gaming company lash out at those who support them, but that's exactly what Namco Bandai's Katsuhiro Harada has done.
Fans of the Tekken series have been questioning Harada on why voice actors of the past have not been used in recent games. These questions are coming at a time where Tekken Tag Tournament 2 (TTT2) is riding a wave of momentum before release. While Harada usually engages with his followers without conflict, it appears he's had enough.
Harada has been giving his Twitter followers (via EventHubs) quite an earful. He has grown tired of fans requesting voice-overs from 1996 and has explained to the 'whiners,' they need to 'step back' and act like adults.
Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3: Week of Open Lobbies Day 3 (Video)
Maximilian rolls along with the third day of open lobbies in Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3 (UMvC3). Max gives live commentary of his matches as well as other matches when he is spectating.
Dead or Alive 5 Collector's Edition announced, pre-order details revealed
And you thought the swimsuits were done.
Tecmo Koei has announced the Dead or Alive 5 (DoA 5) Collector's Edition. This will be available at GameStop for $79.99. Despite Team Ninja's Yosuke Hayashi expressing his desire to lower sex appeal, special swimsuits will be in the Collector's Edition for every female character.
Here's a list of content in the Collector's Edition:
• A set of premium swimsuits for the full cast of playable female characters
• An art book
• The CD soundtrack
• A poster of the DOA5 cast
• High-quality embossed metal case
Now on to pre-order details:
Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcon 3: 6/25/12 combo challenges by EndlessComboz (Video)
EndlessComboz knows how to impress in Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3 (UMvC3). Now he's laid out a bevy of challengers for his viewers to complete. Watch the video below for the rules.
Sunday, June 24, 2012
PC Mods: Felicia and Nova in Super Street Fighter IV: Arcade Edition v.2012
A new Super Street Fighter IV: Arcade Edition v.2012 (AE v.2012) mod is here and it's a thing of beauty.
When Capcom released AE v.2012 for the PC, the company had to have known mods would be made. What they perhaps weren't expecting was for those mods to be as extremely detailed as the ones Daniel Vargas Ortiz has been posting.
This mod features Capcom's Felicia and Marvel's Nova. Buzzer25 is credited with this stunning alteration of Cammy and Seth. Watch the mods in action, after the jump.
Street Fighter x Tekken: Zero hit stun by Desk (Video)
Desk needs no introduction. The man who has posted countless Street Fighter x Tekken (SFxT) videos is back for another. He showcases zero hit stun and some air throw tech for this one.
UFC Undisputed 3: Penn vs. Penn mirror match by MMAGame
Two "Prodigies" in one Octagon.
MMAGame has posted another UFC Undisputed 3 match. Instead of another episode of "Get SAPPED," we have a mirror match. This bout features BJ Penn taking on BJ Penn. It also features pre-recorded commentary from the uploader.
Who is better at using the former lightweight and welterweight champion? Find out below.
Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3: Week of Open Lobbies Day 2 (Video)
The second day of open lobbies with Maximilian on Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3 (UMvC3) has concluded. Max has a decent sized lobby from the start of the clip unlike day one, which took a few minutes to get the action started.
Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3: Trish TAC infinite (Video)
If you see Trish in Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3 (UMvC3), run as fast as you can. JosiX has posted a Trish team aerial combo (TAC) infinite. This does serious damage. 2,013,600 to be exact.
Street Fighter x Tekken: Sakura Trials
Who says you have to buy them to learn them?
DLC characters have yet to hit the Xbox Live Marketplace or PSN store for Street Fighter x Tekken (SFxT). Not even the Vita version has hit store shelves. Yet DLC trials have been flying left and right.
FROG55JQN has posted trials for Sakura. See them, after the jump.
Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3: Week of Open Lobbies with Maximilian Day 1 (Video)
You've seen two weeks of action with Maximilian on Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3 (UMvC3), now the first day of open lobbies has begun. Max uses live commentary and runs through fan mail.
Friday, June 22, 2012
Reminder: Justin Wong streaming UMvC3 right now (June 22)
Watch the live stream below.
Street Fighter III: 3rd Strike: "Online Warrior" episode #12 (Video)
Maximilian is a "Man On A Mission." In fact, that's what he named the 12th episode to the Street Fighter III: 3rd Strike edition of the "Online Warrior." Max uses Q online in an attempt to eliminate the competition.
Ranked records to be reset with UFC Undisputed 3 patch
Here we go again.
Shamownage of UFCUndisputed.com has dropped off yet another patch update. Usually when THQ has a patch update, it's not newsworthy due the fact that it has been promised since February. This time, however, there's something to talk about.
Back in April a glitch caused UFC Undisputed 3 ranked records to reset. This left everyone who had worked hard on their ranked game in the dust. Now THQ is doing it on purpose so players can be on "a level playing field."
Still no word on when the patch will be released, but don't hold your breath. You may want to brush up your skills in EA MMA with the UFC switching to the big boys.
UFC Undisputed 3: Standing Guillotine by SFAVerdi (Video)
SFAVerdi is showcasing another outstanding submission in UFC Undisputed 3. First it was the mounted gogoplata with Nate Diaz, now it's a standing guillotine with "Smooth" Ben Henderson.
Street Fighter x Tekken: Super and Cross Arts for Alisa, Lars, Dudley, Elena, Sakura, & Blanka
Capcom Japan (via EventHubs) has posted Super and Cross Arts for some Street Fighter x Tekken (SFxT) DLC characters. These characters include; Alisa, Lars, Dudley, Elena, Sakura, and Blanka.
The characters seem to be exactly the same since they were leaked back in March. Head past the jump to see the Super and Cross Arts.
UFC Undisputed 3: "Get SAPPED" episode #4 (Video)
The fourth episode in the UFC Undisputed 3 series, "Get SAPPED" has been uploaded. MMAGame uses Bob Sapp in an online ranked match to take on a very game Stefan Struve player.
New Smash Bros. title for Wii U and 3DS being developed by Namco Bandai
Well this is different.
Nintendo announced some big changes are coming to the next Smash Bros. game for the Wii U and 3DS. Namco Bandai is taking over. Nintendo President Satoru Iwata made the announcement during the June 21 Nintendo Direct press conference (via Kotaku).
Project Sora will still lend a hand in development. Project Sora's own Masahiro Sakurai will play the lead man for the game.
With the Namco Bandai team on board, Smash Bros. may make a serious run on the competitive scene.
Thursday, June 21, 2012
Street Fighter x Tekken Mobile: Secondary characters have no health bars
Temporary tag.
At E3 2012, Capcom quietly unveiled Street Fighter x Tekken (SFxT) Mobile. The game will be available for iOS 5 devices and higher this summer.
While news has been scarce for the most part, Capcom hinted at a new tag system. What that entails has been revealed. A post on the Capcom blog contains details on the new tag system. The goal of SFxT Mobile matches will be to eliminate the primary character.
Secondary characters are used for a limited time to help the primary fighter regain health. Pandora Mode makes its return, only this time the secondary character is lost after eight seconds, leaving the main fighter a lone wolf.
Read more on the new tag system, after the jump.
Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3: Spider-Man 1,031,200k damage combo (Video)
Ken Adams NSA is back on YouTube and has uploaded a new Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3 (UMvC3) combo. With some help from the Hulk, Spider-Man pulls off a 1,031,200k damage combo.
Skullgirls: Mike Z lists changes in training mode
Mike “Mike Z” Zaimont of the Skullgirls team revealed on SRK some changes in the game's training mode. Options have been added to training such as List, Realtime Stick, and Both for Input Display.
Here is the full list of options:
Maximilian: SCV "Online Warrior" episode #16, "Garage Warrior" episode #3 (Video)
Two for the price of none. Maximilian is back and he has dished out two videos. The first is the 16th episode of the SoulCalibur V (SCV) edition of the "Online Warrior." You can watch the second video below that, which is the third episode to the Capcom vs. SNK 2 series, "Garage Warrior."
Big Two 6/20/12 results
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Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3 (UMvC3) and Super Street Fighter IV: Arcade Edition v.2012 (AE v.2012) action was played last night (June 20) from Next Level in Brooklyn, NY. Henry Cen filled in for Sp00ky on streaming duties.
Top players from the east coast participated. Fooblat, Noel Brown, Zeus, Min, Chris G, and Sanford Kelly are some of the players who were vying for the top prize. In the end, Chris G and Sanford Kelly reigned supreme.
See the Big Two 6/20/12 results, after the jump.
UFC Undisputed 3: "Road to 100 Ranked Victories" episode #36 (Video)
SFAVerdi has reached the 36th episode in his "Road to 100 Ranked Victories" in UFC Undisputed 3. The uploader uses Jon Fitch to battle a tough Nick Diaz player. For previous episodes, click here.
Street Fighter x Tekken Mobile: Guile, Dhalsim, Paul, & Hwoarang confirmed, screenshots included
They're coming.
Capcom (via Andriasang) has released screenshots of the latest addition to the Street Fighter x Tekken (SFxT) Mobile roster. These characters are Street Fighter's Guile and Dhalsim, and Tekken's Paul and Hwoarang.
SFxT Mobile will be available for download this summer. The game can be played on iOS 5 or higher devices. For more information, click here.
You can see more images of the characters below.
Wednesday, June 20, 2012
CEO 2012: AE v.2012 3v3 Grand Finals (Video)
Sp00ky is still in the process of uploading CEO 2012 footage. For now, here's the grand finals to the three on three Super Street Fighter IV: Arcade Edition v.2012 (AE v.2012) with Team Hispanic battling Team Complexity.
Reminder: Evo 2012 registration ends Saturday (June 23) at 3:00 a.m. ET
Evo 2012 takes place at Caesar's Palace in Las Vegas July 6–8. A slew of fighting games have made the main room. For a list of those titles, click here.
SRK has revealed registration for Evo 2012 ends this Saturday (June 23) at 3 a.m. ET (midnight on the west coast). If you've been thinking about registering, stop thinking and do it.
BBCS:EX: Hazama combos by Jourdal (Video)
Hazama is one tough out. Perhaps this hasn't been more exemplified than Jourdal's latest Blazblue Continuum Shift: Extend (BBCS:EX) combo movie. Think you can bring out the best in the captain of the Novus Orbis Librarium Intelligence Department?
Street Fighter x Tekken: PC version may receive 1.02 patch next week
Better late than never.
Capcom has brought word on the status of the 1.02 patch for the PC version of Street Fighter x Tekken (SFxT). The patch has been sent to Microsoft and approval is pending. If all goes well, the patch will be released next week.
The 1.02 patch hit Xbox 360 and PS3 back in April. The fix was made to remove infinites from the game, but a new problem arose. A glitch with Rolento caused the game to freeze.
Capcom vice president Christian Svensson also discussed the upcoming 1.05 patch.
Reminder: Big Two live stream tonight (June 20) at 8 p.m. ET
Sp00ky out, Cen in.
Henry Cen has confirmed on his Twitch page he will be streaming the Big Two tonight (June 20) from Next Level in Brooklyn, NY. Sp00ky (via Twitter) says he is preparing for Evo and is working on uploading CEO 2012 footage.
Tonight you can expect some Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3 (UMvC3) and Super Street Fighter IV: Arcade Edition v.2012 (AE v.2012) action. The event is scheduled to start at 8 p.m. ET.
Watch the Big Two live stream, after the jump.
UFC Undisputed 3: "Get SAPPED" episode #3 (Video)
The third episode of the new UFC Undisputed 3 series, "Get SAPPED" has been uploaded. Today (June 20) MMAGame uses Bob Sapp to take on Shane Carwin in an online ranked match. For episodes one and two, click here.
WWE '13: Details on Mike Tyson pre-order
"Tyson ... Tyson ... Tyson ... right hand!"
THQ announced former undisputed boxing champion and WWE hall of famer, Mike Tyson will be available as a playable character if you pre-order WWE '13. Tyson's appearance resembles his Wrestlemania 14 look back in 1998.
Tyson's spot on the WWE '13 roster should come as no surprise given his relationship with WWE and the upcoming THQ grappler's dedication to the Attitude Era. Now fans can recreate highlight reel moments from the "Baddest Man on the Planet."
So where can you make the pre-order? The first and obvious route to go is the THQ store. If Amazon is your go-to online retailer, you can also snag a pre-order here. If shopping online isn't your thing and you'd rather do it in a store, visit Gamestop and make it happen.
Watch the official trailer for Tyson's WWE video game debut, after the jump.
Street Fighter x Tekken: "Online Warrior" episode #13 (Video)
The Street Fighter x Tekken (SFxT) edition of the "Online Warrior" rolls on. Maximilian has posted the 13th episode. Usually Max will bring up a discussion, but this time he just dives into the online matches and give his thoughts on what transpired.
Team Ninja: DLC isn't right for fighting games
DLC? Please.
With Dead or Alive 5 (DoA 5) on the horizon, Team Ninja has been making some waves. The company announced that while interactive lobbies are a no go, online tag battles would be in the game. Now they've dropped some interesting comments (via VideoGamer).
DLC is nothing new to the video game industry. Companies such as Capcom and Namco Bandai have used it for characters, skins, and other in-game items. Team Ninja is not a fan of this method of adding paid content.
See what the company's head honcho Yosuke Hayashi had to say, below.
Fighting games for beginners by Maximilian episode #1 (Video)
Maximilian has tackled numerous fighting games, but many viewers have clamored for a tutorial for beginners. That's exactly what their going to get as Max starts off his beginners guide with cancels.
Seth Killian leaves Capcom, Christian Svensson comments
All things must come to an end.
The working relationship between community manager Seth Killian and Capcom is no exception. Killian has took to the Capcom-Unity blog to reveal his departure from the company as he has his sights set on a new challenge.
Capcom vice president Christian Svensson has commented on the departure. See what Killian and Svensson had to say, after the jump.
Capcom vs. SNK 2: "Garage Warrior" episode #2 (Video)
The second part to the "Garage Warrior" is here. To differentiate from the "Online Warrior" series, Maximilian battles other battles to Capcom vs. SNK 2 on an arcade cabinet in a garage.
Tuesday, June 19, 2012
FightVG.com will NOT update today (June 19)
Sorry for the late notice, but FightVG.com will not be updating today (June 19). We'll be back tomorrow.
Monday, June 18, 2012
Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3: "Online Warrior" episode #33 (Video)
Maximilian has hit an unprecedented 33th episode of the Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3 (UMvC3) edition of the "Online Warrior." Max breaks down his online ranked matches and talks about game planning.
Evo 2012: Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3 top 128 to be played in best of five sessions
Sometimes it takes three.
Evo's head honcho Joey Cuellar took to Twitter to announce a change in Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3 (UMvC3) tournament play for Evo 2012. Top 128 UMvC3 players will participate in three of five sessions. Pool players will partake in standard two of three action.
CEO 2012 went with a best of five format. For results to the tournament, click here.
Persona 4 Arena boxart revealed
Atlus (via iPlayWinner) has released the boxart for Persona 4 Arena. It's pretty much the same as the Japanese version.
The game is coming to North America August 7 for Xbox 360 and PS3. You can pre-order the game now for a bonus soundtrack.
Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3: Akuma REHAB guide (Video)
The gang at Finger Cramp are back. This latest Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3 (UMvC3) video showcases Akuma for the latest "REHAB" guide. Andre "Jago" Lambert provides the basics and advanced moves.
Street Fighter x Tekken: Throw Tagging by Desk (Video)
Some Street Fighter x Tekken (SFxT) tech is here and who's better to present it than Desk? His latest video demonstrates throw tagging, which requires strict timing and specific characters in order to execute.
CEO 2012 results
The Justin Wong weekend has come to a close.
CEO 2012 took place at the Wyndam Orlando Resort in Orlando, FL over the weekend (June 15-17). Action took place in several fighting games. Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3 (UMvC3), Super Street Fighter IV: Arcade Edition v.2012 (AE v.2012), and Mortal Kombat 9 (MK9) were three of the fighting games on display.
And there were many more.
See the results for CEO 2012, after the jump.
UFC Undisputed 3: "GET SAPPED" episodes 1 and 2 (Video)
MMAGame has started a new UFC Undisputed 3 series titled, "GET SAPPED." This sees the uploader play as Bob Sapp every episode in online ranked matches. Sapp is the lowest rated fighter in the game.
Sunday, June 17, 2012
Marvel vs. Capcom 2: Juggernaut 300% invisible combo (Video)
It seems Juggernaut has been hanging with Invisible Woman these days. BrettH123 has uploaded a disappearing act in Marvel vs. Capcom 2 (MvC2) for a 300% damage combo.
Announcement: FightVG.com forums are now open!
It's finally here.
FightVG.com has been around for over a year. To celebrate, we've finally added a forum. Now you can discuss your favorite fighting games as well as create guides to help others join the fight.
Do not forget to check out the rules at the bottom of the forums below the "Help" section. Obey the rules and enjoy.
Street Fighter III: 3rd Strike: "Online Warrior" episode #11 (Video)
It's perhaps the most talked about fighting game series on the internet. Maximilian has posted another "Online Warrior" episode. This one is the 11th episode of the Street Fighter III: 3rd Strike edition.
Injustice: Gods Among Us: Hero Traits replace Mortal Kombat's X-Ray attacks
NetherRealm Studios announced Injustice: Gods Among Us late last month. The game is a fighter, which features DC heroes and villains. The fear of many in the fighting game community (FGC) was the upcoming title would be similar to Mortal Kombat 9 (MK9).
Those fears may be unwarranted. Already an addition has been revealed in the form of online lobbies, a must in today's fighting game market. More information is available on what NetherRealm has in store.
Lead designer John Edwards was interviewed by Game Informer. Watch him discuss Hero Traits, replacing MK9's X-Ray attacks here.
SoulCalibur V: "Online Warrior" episode #15 (Video)
The 15th episode of the "Online Warrior," SoulCalibur V (SCV) style is here. Maximilian titles this episode, "Take to the Skies." Max continues to test his skills online and surf through fan mail.
Balance patch for UMvC3 unlikely in 2012
Dark Wesker lives on.
Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3 (UMvC3) has a solid following in the fighting game community (FGC). While some characters such as; Wesker, Hulk, and Morrigan have abilities and tactics that may be considered cheap, the argument against it would be that everyone is beatable.
Still, some are calling for a rebalance. Those hoping for one in 2012 shouldn't hold their breath. When asked about a patch on Twitter, UMvC3 producer Ryota Niitsuma shot it down.
Capcom vs. SNK 2: "Garage Warrior" episode #1 (Video)
From the online world to the garage, Maximilian is a fighting game warrior. For Capcom vs. SNK 2, Max decided to take a new direction with his videos. Instead of taking his game to consoles, Max battles others on an arcade cabinet in a garage.
Friday, June 15, 2012
Virtua Fighter 5: Final Showdown: A week of action with Maximilian Day 5 (Video)
The fifth and final day of Maximilian's first week with Virtua Fighter 5: Final Showdown has arrived. Max has spent five days with the Sega and AM2 fighter, surfing through fan mail and playing online matches.
Update plan for Street Fighter III: 3rd Strike Online Edition revealed
It ain't over.
Thanks to fan support, Street Fighter III: 3rd Strike hasn't faded into obscurity. Not by a long shot. In fact, Capcom and developers Iron Galaxy, have plans to update the title.
Dave Lang took to the Iron Galaxy blog to unveil the details. See what he believes can be addressed, after the jump.
PC Mods: Scorpion in Street Fighter x Tekken (Video)
Daniel Ortiz Vargas is back at it again. He has struck with another Street Fighter x Tekken (SFxT) PC mod. This one is dedicated to perhaps the most popular Mortal Kombat character in the series' history, Scorpion.
Reminder: Super Smash Bros. Brawl "House of 3000" stream tonight (June 15) around 5:30 p.m. ET
Where's the love for Super Smash Bros. Brawl? Right here of course.
With all the talk about CEO 2012, the Brawl community refuses to wait in the wings. Deven3000 will host tonight's (June 15) Brawl stream, which is set to start around 5:30 p.m. ET. That's right, the "House of 3000" is now open.
FightVG.com's own Miguel Munoz will participate in the tournament as well as provide some commentary. Watch the live stream, after the jump.
E3 2012: Check out the official Tekken Tag Tournament 2 Snoop Dogg bus (Video)
Sket-One has teamed with Namco Bandai to deliver some stunning graffiti work on the Tekken Tag Tournament 2 (TTT2) Snoop Dogg bus. This was done in the huge amount of promotion for TTT2 at E3 2012.
Hori holding Fighting Edge Stick giveaway June 15-22
Do you have the "Edge" to win a fight stick?
Last month, Hori revealed a June 25 release date on Wednesday Night Fights for the upcoming Fighting Edge Stick. The stick will be available for Xbox 360 and PS3 and will cost $199.99. The price is steep but you may not have to spend a dime.
That's because Hori (via Facebook) is giving away the stick for free. What do you have to do to nab a Fighting Edge Stick? Head past the jump to find out.
Tabs added for CEO 2012 right here on FightVG.com
Keeping up with all tournament events can be difficult.
For most highly regarded tournaments, one stream is not enough. We often post articles for the biggest of them all but what happens when those get lost in the shuffle due to news for that day or weekend?
FightVG.com has now added tabs for CEO 2012 which is taking place from today (June 15) until the 17th. You can view the Team Sp00ky stream here and the CEO Gaming stream here.
Reminder: CEO 2012 live stream June 15-17 starting at 7 p.m. ET
Evo is getting closer.
To prepare for the biggest fighting game tournament event of the year, CEO 2012 is set to start tonight (June 15) and end on June 17, from the Wyndam Orlando Resort in Orlando, FL. The opening ceremony will take place at 7 p.m. ET.
The games scheduled for this weekend's matches are; UMvC3, SFxT, MK9, AE v.2012, KoF XIII, SCV, Tekken 6, BBCS:EX, and Skullgirls. Of the nine titles that will be on display, the first six mentioned will be in the main room at Evo 2012.
At the moment casuals are being played. At 6:15 p.m. ET, they will stop for a 25-minute presentation. For a full schedule of the event, click here.
Watch CEO 2012, after the jump.
Thursday, June 14, 2012
Street Fighter x Tekken: "Online Warrior" episode #12 (Video)
The 12th episode of the Street Fighter x Tekken (SFxT) edition of the "Online Warrior" has arrived. Maximilian talks titles this episode, "RESURRECTION!"
Japan Expo: Katsuhiro Harada to reveal more details on Tekken x Street Fighter and TTT2 July 6-8
Back in April 2012, Tekken producer Katsuhiro Harada said Tekken x Street Fighter (TxSF) was under 10-percent complete. Not much else has been known about the upcoming crossover with the exception of a prototype Ryu and the possibility of 1v1 only matches.
The month of July promises to revealed more TxSF and Tekken Tag Tournament 2 (TTT2) news. That's because Harada will be on stage for the Japan Expo July 6-8. The time for his presentation has not been revealed.
Read the full description of Harada's appearance, after the jump.
KoF XIII: Hwa 100% combo by Luisarmandok (Video)
A new King of Fighters XIII (KoF XIII) combo video has surfaced. Luisarmandok has posted a 100% combo of Hwa, which was made more than two weeks ago but the uploader was short on time.
Big Two 6/13/12 results
Surprise.
The 31st Big Two tournament event took place last night (June 13) from Next Level in Brooklyn, NY. The local players you've come to expect participated, but there was one surprise entrant that stole the show. Who was the unexpected guest?
Filipino Champ.
The top west coast player played both Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3 (UMvC3) and Super Street Fighter IV: Arcade Edition v.2012 (AE v.2012). He went on to win the UMvC3 tournament, and made the top eight in AE v.2012 play.
See the Big Two 6/13/12 results below:
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