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SRK Stats breaks down Evo 2017 registration numbers: Game entry overlap, overall growth, and more

Some interesting aspects of the players and the event are revealed.

SRK Stats has crunched the Evo 2017 registration numbers, and thus revealed some interesting statistics about what people are playing, and the event itself. To start, here’s a look at how registrants across the multiple games overlap in the games they entered:

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For example, you can see in the breakdown above that more than 40% of Tekken 7, UMvC3, KOFXIV, and Injustice 2 players — and 38% of REV 2 players — are also playing SFV. 16-17% of Smash competitors are playing both games in the franchise. 46% of BlazBlue players are also competing in Guilty Gear — but only 28% of Guilty Gear players are in both ASW titles!

How many games has each fighter taken on? Have a look:

We also get a look at the development of the event over past years — factoring out the massive 2016 spike, the event is still showing slight growth:

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Source: SRK Stats (Twitter)

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Slayer signed by Rouge Gaming to represent them in Injustice 2

With the release of Injustice 2, sponsorships have been cropping up for players in the NetherRealm Studios community with a steady consistency. The latest player to be picked up is Frank “Slayer” Perales, who has been picked up by Rogue Gaming as the first fighting game player on their roster. Owned by musician and DJ Steve Aoki, the organization is mostly known for their Fall of Duty, Overwatch, and CS:GO teams.

Slayer was arguably the top Kung Jin in Mortal Kombat XL, scoring no less than 17th at any Major event he attended during his time with YOMI. Fresh off a silver finish at CEO 2017, which saw him eliminate Echo Fox|SonicFox in an epic Black Adam mirror match, as well as a 2nd place finish at Combo Breaker, Slayer will no doubt be looking to make an impact at Evo 2017. Below you can see an announcement Tweet from Rouge Gaming, as well as a highlight reel of recent accomplishments to remind fans of what he’s capable of. (though be warned it is set to NSFW music).

We at Shoryuken would like to congratulate both parties on this well-deserved signing, and wish them all the best for the future!

Sources: GoingRogueGG (Twitter); Rogue.GG

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Evo 2017 preliminary brackets are now posted!

If you’re signed up for any games at Evolution 2017, go check them out!

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The preliminary brackets for all main games at Evo 2017 have been posted on smash.gg! This is your chance to not only scope out your competition (and make sure you know when and where you’ll be playing!), but to ensure there are not any problems or conflicts with your event(s). So head over to your own tournament listing and check it out! There’s also a handy player finder to search for your favorite competitors, or rivals.

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Source: Joey Cuellar (Twitter)

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Injustice 2’s July update brings bug fixes, interactable changes, and removes throw tech combos

With Evo 2017 fast approaching, NetherRealm Studios released Injustice 2’s July update last week. The patch provided various bug fixes and quality-of-life improvements, including requiring more precise buffering when Alternate Controls are turned off, the ability to decode Mother Boxes faster — as well as limiting certain interactables to a single use per combo.  Characters like Batman, Atrocitus, Darkseid, and Black Adam can no longer get upwards of 40% combos off of throw techs with their Traits active, and new DLC fighter Red Hood has seen adjustments to various attacks.

Lastly, Sub-Zero can now be seen on the character select screen for owners of the Digital Deluxe and Ultimate Editions, as his data has been added ahead of his July 11th release.

Let us know your thoughts on the changes in the comments below.

Source: WB Games Community Forums

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Tempo Storm signs Alex Myers as their latest Street Fighter V player

Branching out from Super Smash Bros. Melee, esports organization Tempo Storm have signed Alex Myers as their latest Street Fighter V player. This signing comes after a period of free agency, after Myers’ departure from Ronin Esports. It acts as Tempo Storm’s return to Street Fighter, following a break after the release of NYChrisG back in March of 2016.

With top 8 performances at DreamHack Austin and Canada Cup 2016, Myers is also known for creating educational content for those looking to improve at Street Fighter. He’s also started a series of travel vlogs, showing players what it is like to travel to big events and compete. According to Tempo Storm, Myers is “is looking into creating content to educate the FGC masses,” so expect more videos from the NorCal Cammy in the coming months.

Myers will be trooping the Tempo Storm colors at Evo next week, so look out for his new blue-and-white jersey in the depths of the Evo brackets.

Source: Tempo Storm

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Press Start Gaming Center in Las Vegas announces the 4th annual PSG Classic pre-Evo tournament

Get some fights in before the big battle at Mandalay Bay!

If you’re going to be in Las Vegas in the two days before Evo 2017 (that would be Wednesday, July 12 and Thursday, the 13th), you can get some gaming action in at the fourth annual Evo pre-tournament: the PSG Classic, hosted by the Press Start Gaming Center.

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Wednesday night will offer Super Smash Bros. Melee and Super Smash Bros. for Wii U events, and Thursday night will have Street Fighter V, Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3, Tekken 7, Injustice 2, Guilty Gear Xrd REV 2 — and Killer Instinct, for those sad to see it missing from the Evo main stage this year! It’s $10 to get in, plus $10 for event entries. This just might be the warm-up you need before diving into your pools.

The venue is located about three miles from the Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino, and supports about 40 setups. If you need a ride over, new Lyft users can use the code “PSGLV” to get a $20 ride credit. For more information or to pre-register, head over to smash.gg, or visit PSG’s official website.

Evo itself takes place at Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas, Nevada on July 14-16, 2017.

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[venue images courtesy of Press Start Gaming]

Source: Press Start Gaming

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Eliza’s “Infinite Super” glitch in Tekken 7 banned at Evo 2017

Generally, the fighting game community has leaned towards allowing glitches/bugs at first to see how they impact the tournament environment. Not every glitch is ban-worthy, practical, or even useful. However, when Tekken pro Reepal “Rip” Parbhoo brought up the suggestion for banning the recently discovered “infinite super” bug for Tekken 7‘s Eliza, it was hard not to see why it was bad for tournament play:

Evo tournament producer and director Joey “Mr. Wizard” Cuellar seemed to agree:

Note that the ban only impacts the use of super when you don’t have the meter for it! The character — and super when you have resources — are still allowed.

What do you think of the quick decision? Is Eliza just fine without it? Do you think we’ll see a patch from Bandai Namco before Evo?

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Sources: Rip (Twitter); Mr. Wizard (Twitter)

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Evo 2017: The order of the games appearing in the Sunday finals has been decided

Here’s how the final battles will go down at the Mandalay Bay arena on Sunday, July 16.

While the games that would comprise Sunday’s Evo 2017 World Finals at the Mandalay Bay Events Center were named (except one) in the original lineup announcement, aside from the Player’s Choice selection we didn’t know what order they would appear in. Thanks to an announcement on Twitter, now we do:

  1. Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3
  2. BlazBlue: Central Fiction
  3. Tekken 7
  4. Super Smash Bros. for Wii U
  5. Street Fighter V

As the Player’s Choice winner, the opening slot was saved for UMvC3, while it comes as no surprise that the event closes with SFV. Stay tuned for a more detailed schedule to come.

Evo 2017 takes place in Las Vegas, Nevada on July 14-16. Online registration for Evo 2017 has closed, and preliminary bracket information should be appearing soon. Spectators can still purchase passes at the door for $40, and tickets are still available for the Sunday finals at AXS.com.

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Source: Joey Cuellar (Twitter)

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It’s Max Brass’ time to shine in ARMS’ first DLC trailer

Announced during E3, Nintendo have released an official trailer for ARMS’ first DLC character, Max Brass. Showing off his stage and his unique ARMS, the video shows the current world champion in action as he takes on all comers. His main gimmick is his ‘Bulk Up’ technique, which allows him to armor through lightweight ARMS, similar to Master Mummy. He also takes both of Spring Man’s techniques, meaning he can swat away punches by dashing at the right moment and get permanently charged ARMS once his health drops below 20%.

As for his unique ARMS, they all revolve around fire and explosions. One of them looks like a grenade, with its charged version exploding on contact with an enemy. His version of the Toaster ARM burns with a purple fire, while his version of the Hammer ARM lets off an explosion whenever it slams into the ground. Look out for this metallic muscle man online when he joins the ARMS roster at the end of this month.

Source: Nintendo