Category: Fighting Games

Cross-platform play is something that’s only recently becoming more common in gaming. While we’ve had attempts before — such as with Street Fighter V having cross-platform play across PS4 and PC — it’s only now that we’re starting to see efforts to allow it between rival consoles.

Now, at least one fighting game developer seems excited at this new development. Speaking to GamingBolt, Dead or Alive 6 director Yohei Shimbori stated that, while cross-platform play isn’t in the pipeline for the game, he would love to be able to add it. Specifically, he stated that cross-platform plays is “not something we can promise now, but it is one of my dreams”.

Fighting games are arguably one genre that would work well with cross-play; not only would it expand a fighter’s playerbase, but the difference in input methods aren’t as pronounced as in other genres such as shooters or strategy games.

Dead or Alive 6 launches on PlayStation 4, PC, and Xbox One on February 15, 2019.

Source: GamingBolt

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One interesting feature that many of Street Fighter V: Arcade Edition’s costumes have is their “Easter egg” variations that can be accessed by holding down certain buttons during the pre-fight versus screen (hold up and LK+LP+MP+HP until the round starts). Currently, only select costumes have this Easter egg — it’s a feature that is usually included on paid Premium DLC costumes. However, it seems that may change soon.

Dataminer X-Kira has revealed that Easter egg costume variations may be coming to costumes that don’t have them, via Street Fighter V: Arcade Edition‘s Fighting Chance randomized loot box-ish system.

The Fighting Chance system works like a typical loot box system in other games, though it only accepts in-game Fight Money — and for the most part, it offers items for Survival mode, decorating the Dojo, and extra costume colors — the system however, is also used for exclusive costumes, such as “Cannon Spike” Cammy and original Street Fighter Sagat. However, instead of full costumes, what has been found here are alternate Easter egg variations for existing costumes.

X-Kira released a screenshot of the Easter egg variation of Ed’s costume, where he loses his cape and top, showing off the Shadaloo tattoo on his back:

In addition to this, they’ve also mentioned having spotted Easter eggs for the following costumes in the game’s code:

• Balrog (default)
• Ed (battle outfit 1)
• Kolin (default, story, battle outfit 1)
• M. Bison (default)
• Menat (default, story)
• Vega (default)
• Zeku (battle outfit 1)

When we’ll see these implemented in the game properly is a mystery, until more information is uncovered — or until Capcom makes an official announcement.

Source: X-Kira

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In preparation for the release of My Hero One’s Justice later this month, Bandai Namco has released a few more details regarding the game: specifically, they’ve released information and screenshots focusing on upcoming DLC character Endeavor, as well as the game’s arcade mode.

Fans of the franchise will recognize the Flame Hero Endeavor as the number 1 ranked hero in the series (after All Might’s retirement). He fights using flames that burst from his body and packs a lot of raw power, with attacks so strong that they recoil him away.

In addition to this, they’ve also released details of the game’s arcade mode. This mode has players fight their way up a ladder of 6 opponents, with each getting more difficult to defeat. Completing arcade mode earns players special items.

Endeavor, the hero currently holding the No. 1 spot, has raw, unrelenting, unbridled power that is matched only by the intensity of his anger. His personality is reflected in his fighting style, he fights with powerful and intense flames that burst from his body, reducing anything he touches to ash.

Despite suffering huge recoil when unleashing his signature moves, a successful hit causes devastating damage to his opponent. In addition, to his formidable close-range attacks, he’s also skilled with mid-range combat too. It will take players practice to master every aspect of Endeavor’s arsenal and crush their opponents without mercy.

A new game mode is also revealed today, Arcade Mode. In this mode players will fight against six consecutive opponent, each more difficult than the last. If victorious, players will receive special items as a reward!

My Hero One’s Justice arrives in the West on PlayStation 4, PC, Switch and Xbox One on October 26. In the meantime, check out these screenshots of Endeavor and arcade mode in the gallery below.

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Source: Bandai Namco, via Gematsu

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For a very long time, Green Arcade has been the central point of South Korea’s Tekken scene. It has provided some of the highest level of game-play for Tekken over the years, and was often times the birthplace of important tech that would shape the scene. Unfortunately, that time has now passed:

NOTICE OF CLOSURE-
Dear Tekken community,
We are sad to announce that starting today, Green Arcade is officially closed for business.
The owners have come to a decision to retire due to age. We truly want to thank everyone for their support and love for the arcade.
Thank you

— Nin (@GreenTekken) October 9, 2018

Despite being home to the likes of international stars like NIN and Knee, the arcade struggled to stay afloat in a post-console release world, having cited a lack of revenue and attendance — both due to Tekken 7 Season 2 and DLC being console-exclusive. But it seems that the aging management has brought about the closure at last.

Source: GreenTekken

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Some top players are now seeking new sponsors!

Some significant changes to the team lineup for Echo Fox have been revealed today. To start: Punk has been a familiar face in the upper brackets of any Street Fighter V tournament he enters; after a six-month run sporting the team colors for Echo Fox — having joined in March 2018 — Punk is once again a free agent.

As of today I am a Free Agent thank you @echofoxgg for all the support you guys provided and wish you guys all the luck in the future DMs and email are welcome from any teams who wish to work together

— Punk (@PunkDaGod) October 9, 2018

And he wasn’t the only player to announce a change in sponsorship with the team today: Injustice 2 pros Scar and Theo have also revealed their departure from Echo Fox, via Twitter:

It's been a fun 2 years but as of today I am a free agent & no longer apart of @echofoxgg, I thank them for the journey/opportunities, and wish them luck going foward, Dm's & emails or open to those willing to work together going foward.

— Echo Fox | Scar (@khscar12) October 9, 2018

As of today, I am no longer part of @echofoxgg. My time was amazing and the experience has helped me grow not just as a player, but as a person. I will always be grateful for their support/opportunities and I wish them the best!

Free agent mode: initiated!
Grind mode: amplified!

— Theo (@FGC_Theo) October 9, 2018

Players with as much talent as these competitors are sure to continue to make waves in the tournament scene, whether they are picked up by a new sponsor or not. Best of luck out there, guys!

Sources: Punk (Twitter); Scar (Twitter); Theo (Twitter)

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