Category: Fighting Games

Late last month, word started spreading about an upcoming Pokkén Tournament controller sporting a Pikachu theme, but we’re only just learning that you won’t have to pay for one in Yen.

In form it’s exactly the same as a standard Pokkén pad, though the yellow shell and black highlights do plenty to set it apart from the crowd. It also features the silhouette of Pikachu himself. Do bear in mind that Pokkén controllers only work with Pokkén Tournament on the Wii U; they can’t even influence the main menu like a Pro Controller or Wiimote can.

If you’re itching to get your hands on this Pika powered pad you can head over to GameStop to get your fix. It’s exclusive to the retailer, so don’t expect to see it anywhere else. At this time, the controller is available for pre-order only and lists a late July release date. It currently shares its $29.99 price tag with the standard Hori Pokkén Tournament Pad.

Sources: GameStop, Serebii

Late last month, word started spreading about an upcoming Pokkén Tournament controller sporting a Pikachu theme, but we’re only just learning that you won’t have to pay for one in Yen.

In form it’s exactly the same as a standard Pokkén pad, though the yellow shell and black highlights do plenty to set it apart from the crowd. It also features the silhouette of Pikachu himself. Do bear in mind that Pokkén controllers only work with Pokkén Tournament on the Wii U; they can’t even influence the main menu like a Pro Controller or Wiimote can.

If you’re itching to get your hands on this Pika powered pad you can head over to GameStop to get your fix. It’s exclusive to the retailer, so don’t expect to see it anywhere else. At this time, the controller is available for pre-order only and lists a late July release date. It currently shares its $29.99 price tag with the standard Hori Pokkén Tournament Pad.

Sources: GameStop, Serebii

Back in December we covered the news that UDON would be releasing something special for Free Comic Book Day: a one-shot collection of Street Fighter V tales. Now Free Comic Book Day is right around the corner–it’s tomorrow–and with it comes your chance to pick up a piece of Street Fighter history without having to break the bank.

The 32 page, full color volume is the work of writers Ken Siu-Chong and Matt Moylan, whose words are brought to life with art by Edwin Huang, Jeffrey “Chamba” Cruz, and Brendon Tapper. It will feature new and returning characters like Charlie Nash, Karin Kanzuki, Rashid, and Laura in three unique stories that you’ll only find in STREET FIGHTER V #1 FCBD 2016 EDITION. The name just rolls off the tongue, doesn’t it?

And if you still need convincing, why don’t you check out this preview of what you can expect to find when you open your newest loot on Saturday morning.

As we noted back in December, this is a silver contribution, which means that it’s not guaranteed to be on offer at all participating stores.

Source: Free Comic Book Day

While in town for DreamHack Austin, K-Brad stopped by the Daily Dot studio to sit in for a special episode of Best of III. While usual K-Brad antics are to be expected–and he definitely delivers them–the Evil Genius also gives a great breakdown of Cammy’s Street Fighter V appearance and why many people currently consider her weak in the game. K-Brad offers up his take on the Capcom Pro Tour, too, paying special attention to the goals of Evil Geniuses with said circuit.

Since K-Brad was able to make the trip out to the studio, the episode closes with matches against host Mike “Danke” Schiller.

Source: Daily Dot Esports

According to a tweet from Microsoft’s own Larry “Major Nelson” Hryb, Samurai Shodown II is now playable on the Xbox One thanks to the magic of backwards compatibility. If you do decide to give this a go, you’ll be playing the 2008 Xbox Live Arcade port of SNK’s 1994 classic.

The game joins a growing list of fighting titles that have become backwards compatible. The Xbox One now plays host to titles like Tekken Tag Tournament 2, The King of Fighters ’98 Ultimate Match, Soulcalibur I and II, and Skullgirls. With a huge back catalog of fighters to draw on, you have to assume that there will only be more to come.

So if you’re looking for some classic samurai battling on your Xbox One, you can grab Samurai Shodown II from the Xbox Live Marketplace for about 10 bucks.

Source: Major Nelson

Unique names being tied to accounts on social media sites can result settling for an alternative account name because your preferred handle is already in use. One such instance occurred when the official Evo Twitter account was created. As many likely know, the account could be found under the handle “Evo2K” for a number of years; however, that is no longer the case.

The folks at Twitter were kind enough to relocate the official Evo Twitter account to the previously inactive “Evo” name. If you’re looking for up-to-the-second updates for all things relating to the Evolution Championship Series, be sure to give Evo a follow.

Do note that if you were already following the previous account, your follow has transferred.

Source: Joey “Mr. Wizard” Cuellar

Canada Cup has always been one of the more hype events on the tournament calendar. Lap Chi Duong and his crew at Canada Cup Gaming have been doing their best to bring over some of the best players, even if it means that the tournament occasionally falls on hard times.

With this in mind, we’re happy to report that Canada Cup will be returning this year on October 28. The tournament will take place at the Holiday Inn at the Toronto International Airport in Toronto Canada, and will once again be a part of the Capcom Pro Tour as a premier event for Street Fighter V.

In addition to this, it will also host tournaments for Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3, Guilty Gear Xrd, Tekken 7 Fated Retribution, Super Smash Bros., Mortal Kombat X, and Killer Instinct.

For those interested in attending, registration for Canada Cup 2016 opens on June 1. In the meantime, check out this new trailer for the event.

Source: Canada Cup Gaming