Author: Zavian "mushin_Z" Sildra

The Demon Rages on!

There’s no slowing a good demon down, and the holiday weekend didn’t slow down the appearance of new videos and tech for the Master of the Fist. Behold!

VesperArcade offers this video of nice ‘n’ easy Akuma combos to get new fighters started on the Demon’s path:

Here’s some more (slightly tougher than above) Akuma combos, from Adriano Lopes:

Diplomat1080p’s video shows some of the versatility of the SFV Shun Goku Satsu, such as the “Instant Demon”:

neekogaming explores how to cancel Akuma’s Demon Flip (an ability Akuma had in Street Fighter III: 3rd Strike as well):

Josh Chandra demonstrates some meaty and OTG applications for Akuma’s forward HP:

Maybe you want to style on your opponents a bit? Fighters Generation presents this video of Akuma teleport combos! Not exactly optimal, but definitely fun.

YogaFlame24 shows off a set of serious shimmy action:

Here’s on online set between Tokido’s new Akuma and YBK|Yukadon’s Nash:

Lastly, Tempo|NYChrisG has been trying out the Master of the Fist online as well; check out his matches as compiled here by Xuses:

Thanks once again to everyone that sent in tips!

Sources: VesperArcade; Adriano Lopes; Diplomat1080p; neekogaming; Josh Chandra; Fighters Generation; YogaFlame24; RektScrub; XusesGB

Some looking back, and some looking forward to Street Fighter V’s next year.

In the latest installments of the “Tuesday Show,” James Chen and UltraDavid joined Sajam on UltraChenTV to discuss Street Fighter V’s first year, and what Season Two may bring to the next for Capcom’s flagship fighting game. They chat at length about the tech, the characters, the players, and more.

To check out their extensive discussion, head to the full playlist here, or click on the embedded video below.

Source: UltraChenTV

BadIntent’s guide will help you burn right through the opposition.

Pokkén Tournament competitor BadIntent has prepared a comprehensive guide for the game’s fiery kickboxing bird Pokémon Blaziken; if you are just picking up this character or are looking to refine your play, this guide is a great asset. In addition to covering your general approach to this fighter during the Field and Duel phases, it expands into applying pressure, combos, meaty setups, and more.

Check out the guide as posted at Pokkén Arena here.

Source: Pokkén Arena via BadIntent (Twitter)

Welcome to the Rollback: a frame-by-frame look back at our past week’s most notable news–and our favorite SRK articles–from December 16 to December 22, 2016!

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Zavian “mushin_Z” Sildra, Editor-in-Chief:

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Shoryuken Review: HORI RAP4 Kai (Colored Version) Fight Stick for PlayStation 4

If you’re in the market for a lower-cost entry-level fight stick–or are looking to add to your collection with something fresh, HORI doesn’t disappoint. The three fancy new colors makes these new versions of the RAP4 Kai really stand out in a crowd.

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The Curse Remains Unbroken at 2GGT: ZeRo Saga

While many thought TSM|ZeRo would be the first to break the “curse” and take top spot at his own Super Smash Bros. for Wii U Saga, that was not meant to be. Read the full details and results in Trilby’s extensive event recap.

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Ansatsuken, the Killing Art: More Akuma Combos, Setups, and Online Matches from Street Fighter V

Akuma has finally arrived, and he’s tearing a hole in Street Fighter V big enough for Season Two to follow. Here’s just a glimpse at what this killing machine is bringing into the battle.

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Sam “Trilby” Foxall, Assistant Editor:

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SRK Interview: “Fantasy Strike” Creator David Sirlin — The Game’s Concept, Character Design, & Future Plans

The more I hear about David Sirlin’s attempt to refine the fighting game down to its base elements, the more intrigued I am about it. Check out this interview from our own El Cubano Loco about the future of Fantasy Strike.

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Enjoy Your Fighting Games with Input Lag? Skullgirls 2nd Encore Adds Option to Raise Lag to 6-7 Frames

While it’s a bit early for April Fools’, Skullgirls’ recent update which allows players to “ascend” to a higher rate of input lag is a playful jab at the controversy around Street Fighter V’s infamous 8-6.5 frames. Well played, Lab Zero.

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Microsoft Studios Reimagines Chief Thunder’s Look with the Help of the Nez Perce Tribe

With the help of the Nez Perce tribe, Iron Galaxy and Microsoft have added a new costume for Chief Thunder which reflects the authentic garb of a tribesman. Props to the design team for creating a great new costume which respects the source which it’s derived from.

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Keegan “Interrobang!?” Spindler, Features Editor:

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2GGaming Announces the 2GG Championship Series for Super Smash Bros. for Wii U, Complete with $100,000 Prize Pool

With the progress that the Smash 4 scene has made over the last two years, the creation of an organized circuit seemed an inevitable step. 2GG are quickly becoming giants in the scene, and have stepped up to the plate with the 2GG Championship Series. If their events continue to be at the standard of the recent ZeRo Saga, we’re all in for a treat.

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Silhouetted Street Fighter V Combos: desk Goes Extra Artsy

There’s a reason that desk is one of the most popular Street Fighter content creators around. His work is always interesting and original, and he has taken advantage of a new glitch introduced by Akuma’s Raging Demon to create a fascinating look at some familiar attacks…

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EXAMU is Working on a New Arcana Heart Game

I might be rubbish at them, but I have a great time getting bodied in the Arcana Heart games. I’ve even got a beautiful book of artwork from Arcana Hearts 3, so the news that there is a new entry the series in the works is very welcome! I’ll be terrible at this one too, but I’m sure it’ll be fun.

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Street Fighter V’s 2017 Deluxe Edition Comes with Both Season One and Season Two Character Passes, Available Now

If you still haven’t jumped on the Street Fighter V bandwagon, you can do so now and get both season passes included with your purchase–for a better deal than those of us that grabbed it at launch.

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Editor’s note: The views expressed in this article and the selected posts are solely those of the writers, and do not reflect Shoryuken.com as a whole.

“Muscle Memory” returns with an extensive analysis of the matchup between these two hefty fighters.

Zangief enthusiast Mr. Slay n man returns to the “Muscle Memory” series; after in-depth analysis of the Zangief vs. Alex matchup in the prior episode, we now have a follow-up in the form of this exhaustive 1 & 1/2 hour-long discussion into what the Red Cyclone is up against in the fight against the chain-wielding heavyweight Birdie.

Additionally, Slay n man supplemented this up with a “Lazy Lesson” on what has changed for Zangief in the new Season Two patch:

Want even more Red Cyclone? Here’s Mr. Slay n man’s own online match montage, facing a variety of high-ranked players:

Source: Mr Slay n man

No mercy for the weak.

The Demon has landed, and Akuma’s Street Fighter V debut certainly does the Master of the Fist justice. Naturally the FGC is afire with new tech for–and footage of–this merciless monster. Dare we look…?

Doopliss starts us out with this aptly titled combo compilation; Unlimited Power, indeed!

Apolo Loussalier offers this smattering of combos, frame traps, safe jumps and meaty setups.

Want even more combos? Here’s some videos from Venom44 and neekogaming:

NurseLee was ready to provide a look at some meaty setups for the Ansatsuken warrior:

VesperArcade has also compiled his own Akuma combo video:

Want a leg up on Akuma’s trial mode? VesperArcade has got you covered there, too.

Seems everyone was waiting eagerly to see if Tokido would return to Akuma; here’s some match footage (compiled by Xuses) of Tokido taking his former main online:

It looks like Akuma’s power may also be swaying EG|Momochi over to the dark side. Here’s some online matches of Momochi taking the Demon for a spin.

Thanks to everyone that sent in tips!

Sources: Doopliss; Apolo Loussalier; Venom44; neekogaming; NurseLee; VesperArcade; XusesGB; Rektscrub