Author: Dertrick "ninjadertle" Winn

Bandai Namco is planning to host a closed alpha test for the recently revealed Gundam VS title coming to PlayStation 4. Unlike previous Gundam VS games, the latest member of this franchise is being developed exclusively for consoles, which could merit some changes to the series’ competitive scene and how the priorities of online multiplayer and tournament accessibility are handled.

There is yet to be an announcement of an official release date for the game, and there is not much footage of gameplay besides a few high quality screenshots and a brief teaser trailer (below), but the announcement of this test could mean fans might see some more updates soon.

Source: Bandai Namco via Siliconera

 

 

Cheap Ass Gamer reports that Street Fighter fans can potentially save a few bucks during two PSN sales happening this week. The first is the “Co-Op Sale” in which Street Fighter V Deluxe is available for $53.99. The Deluxe edition comes with a season pass and an exclusive PS4 theme, and is originally priced at $89.99 . Anyone interested in picking up Pocket Fighter (as a PSone Classic) for the PS3 can scoop it up for $2.39, which is 60% off it’s original $ 5.99 listing, and PS Plus subscribers can get it further discounted to a lowly $1.59. Both of these sales end September 20th, so anyone looking to save should cash in before then!

Source: PSN via Cheap Ass Gamer

 

During a live streamed stage event at Pax West, demo footage of the “Mishima Saga” Story Mode in Tekken 7: Fated Retribution was revealed. The level demo includes the long-awaited battle between Akuma and Heihachi, and how it will go down from Akuma’s perspective. Though it’s reminiscent of what we’ve seen in the original reveal trailer from E3, this closer look from the PAX stream gives viewers a better idea of what actual story mode gameplay will be like.

The footage demonstrates how the cinematic parts of the story mode transition smoothly into gameplay, and that there will be moments where a quick-time button sequence will come into play that further adds to the fluidity of the watchable and playable parts. Peep the video to see the players’ point of view of the two demons’ epic clash:

Source: Dualshockers

UK champion Ryan Hart was able to secure an interview with some important people from SNK during their visit at Gamescom 2016. The Prodigal Son sat down with King of Fighters XIV Producer, Yasuyuki Oda and Art Director Nobuyuki Kuroki and asked them questions that were submitted to him by fans. The fan-submitted inquiries were mostly about character designs, customization options, future DLC and things of that nature. There were also some things answered regarding the game’s new fighting engine and the possibility of characters from previous titles returning.

For those that don’t know, Ryan Hart is fluent in Japanese and his translated encounters with Japanese developers tend to have a more personal touch to them. You can read the full interview here.

Source: Ryan Hart

Bandai Namco Brand Manager Mark Religioso recently spoke about his company’s decision to focus on fleshing out Tekken 7: Fated Retribution’s story mode; in the full Dualshockers interview below, Religioso speaks optimistically about the forthcoming console release of the latest Tekken title and how his company has been “fine tuning the game” during the time it has been available in Japan’s arcades. He regrettably informs viewers that the development of Tekken X Street Fighter is officially on hold, noting that with their focus being on Fated Retribution, it wouldn’t be the “best time” to release the long-awaited crossover. Back on the positive side, he teases that there will be even more new characters joining the game’s roster, and that there should be an announcement regarding that soon.

Check out the full interview right here:

Source: Dualshockers

Pop Culture Shock always delivers the goods when it comes to high quality Street Fighter statues and figures; these latest shots captured by Toy News International are from PCS’s booth at San Diego Comic-Con, and they include the first look at some of the toy company’s 1:6 scale figures. Though they have covered a good number of World Warriors already, these latest models include a render of Alex, a Chun-Li sporting her pink alternate, M. Bison showing off his psycho power and–most unexpectedly–a battle-ready Oni. We also see a 1:12 scale Ryu in his blue gi performing a perfect Tatsu, as well as some more angles of the previously revealed Ken and Akuma statues. Check out the full gallery below for a good eyeful of what’s to come.

Source: Toy News International

 

Ed Boon has recently posted a Twitter poll asking fans what news they would like to hear regarding Mortal Kombat X:

What news do you want to see most on Mortal Kombat X ?

— Ed Boon (@noobde) July 30, 2016

Though the choices were limited, each one is significant to members of the Mortal Kombat X community: MKX for PC has had it’s share of troubles, and some believe that the port is being almost completely ignored. cR|SonicFox has claimed victory in the past three seasons of the ESL tournament series, and a fourth season would reopen the opportunity for a new victor–or at least another chance for previous competitors. Character adjustments are an ongoing discussion in any part of the FGC–but for MKX in particular, the game balance has been a concerning area for some.

While it isn’t certain the poll results will effect Mortal Kombat X directly, but it was still an opportunity for fans to weigh on on what they want to see happen next: which, based on the final results, is more PC support for MKX going forward.

Source: Dualshockers via Ed Boon (Twitter)