Unbeaten heavyweight Tyson Fury (23-0, 17 KOs) defeated British rival Dereck Chisora (20-5, 13 KOs), in a totally one-sided fight, scoring a 10th round stoppage in a WBO eliminator on Saturday night at the ExCel Arena in London.
Fury, who previously beat Chisora on points in 2011, dominated the entire fight – virtually every second, easily keeping Chisora on the end of his long reach throughout the fight.
From the start, Fury jabbed Chisora in his face and kept him on the outside. Chisora had…
Idolmaster vs. Love Live? Tomoaki Ayano, Toshimichi Mori, and Takahara Terada Discuss Dream Fighting Game Projects
As part of last week’s issue, Dengeki PlayStation gathered together a group of prominent fighting game developers for a roundtable interview on the genre. Unfortunately, the whole article has yet to be translated, but one interesting topic has slipped out about what kind of fighter each figure would create given the chance.
Capcom’s Tomoaki Ayano started out by saying he would move away from the 2D gameplay the company has come to be known for in titles like Street Fighter and Marvel vs. Capcom in favor of a more three-dimensional, team-based game similar to Bandai Namco Games’ Mobile Suit Gundam Extreme Vs. series.
Both Toshimichi Mori of Arc System Works (best known for his work on BlazBlue) and Sega’s Takahara Terada (director on Dengeki Bunko FIGHTING CLIMAX) expressed interest in developing a fighting game centered on the popular idol franchise Love Live!, though in very different capacities.
As a Dengeki property, Terada is hoping to include characters from the series (as well as other companies’ light novels) should they be given the greenlight to create a sequel to FIGHTING CLIMAX, while Mori would rather pair them up with The Idolmaster to form a unique crossover title.
Until the release of FIGHTING CLIMAX this year, I doubt many fans expected to be able to play as Kirino from Oreimo or Ro-Kyu-Bu!’s Tomoka in a fighting game, so there’s probably never been a better time for an idol fighter to hit the market than now–that is, unless Katsuhiro Harada hasn’t already secured the rights for Bandai Namco.
Which of these projects would pique your interest the most if they were to begin development?
Source: Dengeki PlayStation via gamekana, Hachima Kikou, and Gematsu
Team Curse Signs Du “NuckleDu” Dang
While he only started playing fighting games competitively a few years ago, Du “Nuckledu” Dang has certainly made a name for himself with his pressuring Guile play in Street Fighter IV and some impressive wins in Street Fighter x Tekken. Next month, Dang will be competing at Capcom Cup 2014 thanks to strong showings at Evo 2014 and The Fall Classic 2014, and he’ll be doing so under a completely new banner.
Team Curse announced just this morning that the young competitor has joined their organization, focusing mainly on Ultra Street Fighter IV. “I am honored to be signed by Curse as their first Street Fighter player,” Du said of his signing. “I can’t wait to see what the future holds for me!”
The organization also fields Smash players Kashan “Chillindude” Khan and Juan “Hungrybox” Debiedma as part of their roster, in addition to multiple League of Legends.
For too long, Dang suffered due to his affiliation with other development companies, so it should be exciting to see what he can accomplish as part of Team Curse.
Source: Team Curse
Take Advatage of Great Fighting Game Deals During Steam’s Exploration Sale
It’s that time of year again, when the leaves fall and alongside game prices on Steam. As part of this year’s round of sales, a good number of fighters can be grabbed at reduced prices.
First up, Ultra Street Fighter IV and all related downloadable content are subject to a 15% discount. The standalone version is available for only $25.49, while the digital upgrade for those still on Arcade Edition is going for $12.74. As for additional content, players can grab all the costumes released prior to the Ultra update for $12.47 and the recent Vacation pack has been knocked down to $16.99.
For fans of NetherRealm Studios games, both Injustice: Gods Among Us Ultimate Edition and Mortal Kombat Komplete Edition have also been massively discounted. The former is on sale for $4.99, a whopping 75% off the regular list price, while the latter can be purchased for $9.99.
SNK supporters are also in for some treats. King of Fighters XIII Steam Edition is currently on sale for only $12.99, 50% off the regular price. This is in addition to King of Fighters ’98 Ultimate Match Final Edition, which, as we reported earlier, can be purchased for only $11.99 before its December 12 release date.
Also, for Arc System Works players who want to show support for their games on PC, all of the older titles that are currently available on Steam are now half-off. BlazBlue: Calamity Trigger can be had for only $4.99, while both Guilty Gear XX #RELOAD and Guilty Gear Isuka are available for only $4.99 each.
And finally, Divekick Addition Edition + has been marked down to $3.39, a 66% discount that also extends to the two-pack if you want to pick up a copy for a friend or family member.
Be sure to take advantage of these sales as soon as possible, because they will only be in place until December 2.
Source: Steam
Mad Catz Offering Buy One Get One Free Deal on Korean Edition Arcade Sticks
If you’re looking to get a jump on your holiday shopping this year, Mad Catz is currently offering their PlayStation 3 compatible Arcade FightStick Korean Edition in a remarkable two for one deal. This means that you can grab a pair of these quality sticks for a total of only $129.99.
These arcade sticks come equipped with battops and circular gates, so they’re a bit different from the standard Tournament Edition offerings. A closer look at what these controllers offer can be found in our official review (spoilers: they’re quite nice).
The sale is slated to run “just this week/early next” according to Mad Catz community manager Mark “Mark Man” Julio, but he also made sure to stress that supplies are limited.
Whether you’re in the market for a couple of backup sticks or need to buy some gifts for those friends who seemingly have everything, this discount is tough to ignore.
Source: Mad Catz
King of Fighters ’98 Ultimate Match Final Edition Heading to Steam on December 12
King of Fighters ’98 Ultimate Match Final Edition will be available on Steam starting December 12, according to an official store page recently spotted on the online retailer.
Regularly hailed as one of the best titles in the classic fighting game series, King of Fighters ’98 was patched to Ultimate Match in 2008, an update that brought with it even more playable characters as well as a variety of balance adjustments. Final Edition would arrive in arcades a few years later, effectively porting the title to NESiCAxLive in order to take advantage of Taito’s extensive network.
This release will mark the first time this version has found its way to a home platform.
Development on King of Fighters ’98 Ultimate Match Final Edition’s Steam release was handled by a group known as Code Mystics, who have previously provided their services to rereleases of classic fighters like Mortal Kombat Arcade Kollection, Killer Instinct Classic, and Killer Instinct 2 Classic.
The title will come with all the bells and whistles you expect out of modern fighters, like local and online multiplayer, but will also include some extras such as the original NEO-GEO release.
SNK Playmore’s previous announcement pegged the Steam release for November; it’s currently unknown if this short delay will also affect the PC port of King of Fighters 2002 Unlimited Match, which was originally scheduled to arrive in December.
Pre-purchasing King of Fighters ’98 Ultimate Match Final Edition before its December 12 release date will grant buyers a 20% discount, marking the title down to $11.99 from the normal $14.99 price point.
Source: Steam, tip via Mr. Sandman
Guilty Gear Xrd -SIGN-‘s Elphelt Valentine Free for Limited Time After North American Launch
North American publisher Aksys Games recently announced a special offer for fans looking to pick up Guilty Gear Xrd -SIGN- when it launches next month. Elphelt Valentine, a newcomer who will be making her first playable appearance in the upcoming console title, is set to be free of charge for just under three weeks following the game’s release.
Elphelt is a gunslinger who utilizes two unique stances (not to mention a gigantic wedding cake) to deal damage to her opponents. Aptly using both her rifle and shotgun will be an important part of finding success with Ms. Valentine, as delaying attacks will charge up her weapon strength and result in stronger offense.
Guilty Gear Xrd -SIGN- is scheduled to launch in North America on December 16, with Elphelt herself available for free from day one until January 5. After that, she will set you back $7.99 USD, so be sure to take advantage of this deal even if you plan to delay your purchase of the game itself.
Source: Aksys Games
Mad Catz’ Persona 4 Arena Ultimax Tournament Edition 2 Arcade Stick Up for Pre-Order
After teasing the peripheral for some time, Mad Catz recently made their Persona 4 Arena Ultimax Tournament Edition 2 arcade stick available for pre-order through their official online store.
Much like previous iterations of this line, the Ultimax stick is compatible with both PlayStation 3 and PlayStation 4, making it perfect for the older-generation game as well as Arc System Works’ upcoming Guilty Gear Xrd -SIGN-, no matter which version you purchase. Genuine Sanwa parts guarantee great performance, and easy access to the internal workings allow for quick customization.
For a closer look at what this arcade stick has to offer, be sure to check out our preview of the Ultra Street Fighter IV version from June.
Mad Catz’ Persona 4 Arcade FightStick Tournament Edition 2 has been priced at $199.99 USD, and will ship sometime in December.
Source: Mad Catz
Dead or Alive 5 Last Round PC Release Mentioned in Official ESRB Rating
A few weeks ago, we reported on a possible PC release for Dead or Alive 5 Last Round based on the appearance of a listing for the game on Play-Asia. Now, we can add more fuel to that fire, as it has been discovered that the Entertainment Software Rating Board (or ESRB) mentions a PC version in their official rating.
While Team NINJA themselves have not made any official announcement regarding a PC release, this ESRB listing gives much more credence to recent speculation.
Another interesting thing to note is that the listing does not include make reference to PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360, which seems to tie into the fact that these versions will basically be upgrades for Dead or Alive 5 Ultimate (with digital only standalone option) instead of brand new releases like on PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and possibly PC.
Dead or Alive 5 Last Round will launch in North America on February 17 and Europe on February 20.
Source: ESRB, thanks to shinr for the tip.
Treat Your Family to Some Arcana Heart and Chaos Code This Thanksgiving
Ah, Thanksgiving. The time of the year where many will head home to visit their families, gorge themselves on every carb they can find, and fall asleep in front of one of the day’s many football games. With this glorious holiday quickly approaching in the United States, Sony has provided a number of great deals for games currently available through PlayStation Network.
In addition to great multiplayer games like LittleBigPlanet and NBA Jam, two fighters have been put on sale for those of you who prefer to dish out combos after the leftovers have been gathered up. Both Arcana Heart LOVE MAX!!!!! (on PlayStaton 3 and PlayStation Vita) and Chaos Code have seen significant discounts during this current promotion, a full breakdown for which you’ll find below.
| Title | Platform | PS Plus Price | Sale Price | Regular Price |
| Arcana Heart 3 LOVE MAX!!!!! | PS3 | $14.00 | $27.99 | $39.99 |
| Arcana Heart 3 LOVE MAX!!!!! | Vita | $14.00 | $27.99 | $39.99 |
| Chaos Code | PS3 | $5.99 | $7.99 | $11.99 |
As always, PlayStation Plus subscribers will enjoy further markdowns than their regular counterparts, and keep in mind that Chaos Code still does not feature netplay capabilities.
These titles will be on sale until December 1, so don’t miss out while sleeping off your feasts.
Source: PlayStation Blog, tip via tigre