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Just a few hours ago, Japan's fighting game publishers did an online roundtable via livestream for all to see. We're talking representatives from Capcom, Bandai Namco, Arc System Works, SNK, Arika, and Koei Tecmo. Here's a roundup of what's been revealed during the livestream, in case you missed it this morning or just need the bullet points versi...
Want to be the first to get your hands-on with Arc System Works' latest? Then jump on to the game's closed beta right now. The actual beta will take place from 16th to 19th April, which will lead to its eventual release later this year. The beta will give you access to 7 characters: Sol Badguy Ky Kiske May Axl Chip Zanuff Potemkin Faus...
Review originally published on 10th February. We pushed it to 2nd March as the game will finally be out for the US. Platform: PS4 Genre: 2D anime fighting game with Street Fighter footsies Size isn't everything, but when it comes to fighting game rosters, it's usually quality and quantity. And Granblue Fantasy: Versus' selection, while unique...
Mobile game publisher and Granblue Fantasy owners Cygames revealed the sales numbers of their new spin-off fighting game, and it's a doozy. Granblue Fantasy: Versus sold strong numbers in Asia (Japan, Southeast Asia, etc.) with a healthy 150,000 copies on its first day in the market. For comparison's sake, here are the first-day sales numbers for ...
We can now finally stop calling Arc System Works' latest project Guilty Gear 2020. Guess what the official title for the game is? Also, here's a new trailer for the game, featuring a ton of lovely graphics, that rockin' soundtrack, and some solid-looking gameplay that is making long-time GG fans complain like how SFIV did with SFV. Oh, and a...
Publisher Skybound Games and developer Lab Zero Games have announced that the Xbox One version of Skullgirls 2nd Encore has been "postponed indefinitely due to unforeseen development and production challenges". The announcement didn't go into the details about these challenges. It's safe to say that the game will not be coming to the Xbox One with...
Dragon Ball FighterZ's latest addition, Super Saiyan Blue Gogeta, is making headlines right now. However, recent datamining practices revealed that there might be a Season 3 slew of DLC in the works. First up: the surface level stuff. The updated character select screen is showing off a few conveniently-arranged empty spaces. While it's probably j...
Talk about DC Comics being lax with NetherRealm Studios. The developer and publisher Warner Bros. Interactive recently revealed the rest of the characters in its Mortal Kombat 11 Kombat Pack DLC. And it's looking pretty sharp. Yep, you're looking at this screenshot right: the T-800 (portrayed to the likeness of Arnold Schwarzenegger), Sindel...
Everyone not living under the rock knows that things are not peachy in Hong Kong right now, with protests and riots taking place in the streets of the city. Due to this ongoing civic unrest still raging on with no clear end in sight, Capcom has announced that they will be removing Hong Kong from its Pro Tour lineup. The upcoming Esports Festival...
The upcoming Arc System Works and Cygames 2D fighting game Granblue Fantasy Versus is going to be packed with features. In addition to modes like arcade, versus, practice, and online, the title will feature a full-blown RPG mode which is sure to blow every other fighting game's "RPG mode" since, well, the 90s. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zUU...
It's EVO weekend, ladies and gents. The world's best (video game) fighters will gather at Las Vegas to show what it's like to play with the skill and patience of a warrior. All hyperbole aside, us common folks will not only get to watch these gaming gods battle it out but also enjoy some great discounts on Steam. The EVO weekend sale starts today ...
The world championship of fighting games, EVO 2019 is just around the corner. And with it comes the inevitable buzz, speculation and discussion of which players will be the ones to take home the fame and glory of becoming the EVO world championship in their respective games. Now let’s take some time to highlight some of the most noteworth...
The world championship of fighting games - EVO 2019 is just around the corner. And with it comes the inevitable buzz, speculation, and discussion of which players will be the ones to take home the fame and glory of becoming the EVO world championship in their respective games. First up, let’s take a look at Street Fighter V. Fighting In The...
As with any game starting out its esports journey, you can't help but feel skeptical for a competitive title you love even if it's the best thing out there. I feel the same way with the 2019 iteration of Samurai Shodown. Sure, its single-player features are basic, but its core fighting mechanic is simple-yet-satisfying, rewarding players with sw...
This is part 1 of a 2-part feature. Head here for part 2 if you want to see who is #1! As a genre, fighting games have always been home to some of the most iconic and memorable characters in fighting game history. Here’s our pick of the top 20 2D fighting game characters of all time based on their design, moveset, lore, history, popul...
Platform(s): PS4, Xbox One Genre: 2D weapons-based fighting game In light of the new & rebooted Samurai Shodown's lovely sumi-e aesthetics that mimic classical Japanese paintings of the 17th century, I've decided to just write the majority of the review in a traditional poem structure renowned in that period. Summarized thoughts are at the b...
Rise up, fighting game fans who haven't paid money for Street Fighter V. Capcom just announced a worldwide free trial for the fighting game via Twitter. https://twitter.com/StreetFighter/status/1141873491140124672 The catch? It's only on PC at the moment via Steam. The free trial will last from 25th June until 7th July (US Pacific time). If you'r...
This story is still in development... A new season draws new. Street Fighter 5's Season 4 patch is up and live on PlayStation 4. Also, we're getting a new fighter named Kage who looks like Evil Ryu with devil horns and can "fly" (or at least has flight-like/airdashes/jumping shenanigans). Points for originality, Capcom. https://www.facebook.com...
It looks like Arika's future for Fighting EX Layer is all set. According to the latest update from the company, FEXL will be releasing two new characters for free: Pullum Purna and Vulcano Ross. Pullum Purna is Indian Cammy. Sorta. She is a rushdown character back in her Street Fighter EX and she'll most likely play the same if most of Fighting ...
Bandai Namco just announced more details about the upcoming Dragon Ball FighterZ World Tour as well as added in a Southeast Asian country in the mix: Singapore. For you Malaysian, Thailand, and SEA players willing to throw down, the DBFZ World Tour will make a stop at the Little Red Dot this October at GameStart Asia's Southeast Asian monopoly maj...
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