Lord Knight has begun a video series with some discussion about more advanced fighting game theory. In this episode, Lord Knight talks about reading opponents, the risks associated with this, and how to minimize that risk. He also covers player habits and consistent behavior between different players of the same character. It's a good watch for those who wondering how to go about making a game plan and modifying that to adapt during a match.
Tokyo Game Show is finishing this weekend, Arc System Works gave the public the first chance to play Kokonoe, as well as Terumi and Kagura, on their console booths.
'thizism' uploaded a short video demonstrating Terumi's, Kagura's, and Kokonoe's normals/specials/drives, along with the command list.
You'll get to see the new characters in motion and a better understanding of their play styles.
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http://youtu.be/djdAZdC4jXc
'jeuxvideo' has also uploaded Kagura and Terumi in action, this includes Kagura's astral
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Find more video footage of all three of them in the following link
Nico redirect link You'll see all the gameplay footage at the 4:50 mark.
If you can read up more about them them on their official profile pages
Kagura
Terumi
Kokonoe
Catch it all after the jump!
This month's issue of Famitsu magazine is already chock full of info regarding the Playstation 3 release of BlazBlue: Chrono Phanstasma, but will also include new information regarding the looming 2014 release of the highly awaited Guilty Gear Xrd -SIGN-. Click the jump for more info. [PRBREAK][/PRBREAK]
During the official Xrd trailer #2, Axl Low and I-no were revealed, and now we will not only get a closer look at the character design/artwork, but it was also annouced that both characters will be playable come Loketest #2 this November!!
And if that was not enough by itself (because it obviously isn't) Famitsu will also feature a lenghty interview with That Man himself, Ishiwatari Daisuke! Stay tuned in the coming weeks for more info regarding the second loketest, as well as a translation of the interview featuring Ishiwatari-san.
East Coast hero St1ckBug has once again opened the poll HERE for the masses to decide the tournament format for Guilty Gear Accent Core +R and BlazBlue: Chrono Phantasma during this December's NEC XIV Tournament. If you are planning on attending the tournament be sure to have your voice heard, as the decision will weigh heavily on your personal tournament experience. And if you are voting for team tournament format, don't delay and start recruiting those teammates! Description after the jump [PRBREAK][/PRBREAK]
EDIT: Famitsu's website has updated with even more info on Kokonoe, and the folk's over at Shoryuken.com have done a lengthy piece which includes translated descriptions of her special moves/distortions/drive and that ever so awesome dash of hers. Be sure to check it out and stay tuned as info on the now 3 new console characters playable at TGS (Kagura, Terumi, Kokonoe) comes in [PRBREAK][/PRBREAK]
News has come in from Famitsu that longtime fan favorite Kokonoe the half-human/half-beast daughter of Jubei and Konoe will be indeed playable in the upcoming Playstation 3 release of Blazblue: Chrono Phantasma. Kokonoe will be included as downloadable content once the October 24th Japanese release is secured. A more in-depth article with plenty of juicy information will be made available once the 9/26/2013 issue of Famitsu is available at newsstands throughout Japan. In the mean while, check out Kokonoe's character profile, fighting style notes and more pics after the jump!
Kokonoe (voice: Matsuura Chie)
According to Famitsu, Kokonoe's fighting style includes a mixture of speed, power, scientific/mechanical gadgetry and magic used to overwhelm her opponents. While that combination does sound daunting, all eyes will be focused to see just how she plays out on screen and in action once October rolls around.
Here are some images in the mean time to get wet to...
Source: Famitsu, Gematsu, and @huey253 via twitter.
Arc System Works uploaded the 2nd trailer of Guilty Gear Xrd -SIGN-
It's confirmed in the description the next installment will be coming to both PlayStation 3 and 4! Catch the trailer after the jump.
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It's that time again for super concise character breakdowns from tataki (aka Novril) and Carlos "Specs" Alexandre with episode 18 of Guilty Bits. This episode is all about Bridget. Hit the jump to check out yet another great episode of Guilty Gear goodness! [PRBREAK][/PRBREAK]
Be sure as always to subscribe to Novril's YouTube page if you want to see more great upcoming content; and check out the previous episodes of "Guilty Bits" in its dedicated Playlist.
HyperMarth has created a glossary on YouTube that briefly defines the terms used in 2D fighters. Such examples discussed are; offense, defense, frames, combos and commonly used community terms. There's a ton of information in this glossary that breaks down a lot of things with their own sections, to can benefit those starting in the 2D realm of fighters. This glossary can be used as a brief refresher for those that haven’t played 2D fighters in awhile and those that may need to brush up on a few terms.
*Note - Some terms could be described in great detail; this glossary is a short definition with visual aid to help easier understand what is being described. Also remember that in fighting games there are a lot of exceptions depending on the character and game.
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DigiOps has put together a video showing some of Aigis' more advanced mix up and pressure options. The video mostly focuses on how to use boost and airturn together in pressure, and includes a number of good set ups like non-Orgia j.2B fuzzy guard and how to pull opponents out of the corner. Make sure you check it out after the jump.[PRBREAK][/PRBREAK]
Today, staff of Osaka's KO-HATSU Game Center announced that Guilty Gear Xrd would be arriving at Japanese arcades in spring of 2014. The game will utilize Sega's ALL.Net P-ras MULTI network, the same used for Guilty Gear XX Accent Core Plus R, UNDER NIGHT IN-BIRTH, and Phantom Breaker: Another Code. Sega's ALL.Net is a competitor to Taito’s NESiCAxLIVE service, which is used for BlazBlue: Chronophantasma in Japan.
This news comes only a few weeks after the conclusion of the loketest at the Sega building in Akihibara. Although the day and month of release have still not been given, a spring release will allow for BlazBlue: Chrono Phantasma's console release to thrive for a little while before Xrd releases. All that remains to be seen is an arcade release date for Persona 4 P-1 Climax. Although I personally doubt that Arc System Works would allow this happen, the P4C loketest means that it should also be ready for arcade release sometime in the next year and could result in overlap between the release of P4C and the early lifespan of Xrd in arcades. However, ASW is usually good at spacing their releases out, so this is unlikely to occur.
For anyone searching for anime locals in the Netherlands: https://dutchfgc.nl/ (general purpose website for the local communities: not for anime specifically! You find the invite to the DutchFGC discord here.)
Zero Fundamentals (Utrecht)
Main games:
- BBCF
Cycling:
- UNI2
- GGST
- XRD
THE main local for anime FGs in the Netherlands. While the game you specifically play might not be being hosted, players of all games (+R, MBAACC, MVC3, various kusoge) will always be down to play casuals at the local, so dont be afraid to come on down! No venue fee for first time visitors! Venue is a 5-8 minute walk from Utrecht Centraal. Send a DM to them on twitter for the invite link to the discord. https://x.com/ZeroFundies
Project Lucia (Arnhem)
Main games:
- GGST
- SF6
Cycling:
- Mugen
- Random kusoge
A local in Arnhem for Strive. Fun vibes! Join the DutchFGC discord to find their events.
FGCafe (Haarlem)
Main games:
- GGST
- SF6
- Mystery game
Biweekly tournament in Haarlem that hosts both SF6, Strive and a mystery game every edition. Fun local and very easy to reach from the station (literal sub minute walk from Haarlem Station)! Find their events in DutchFGC.
Strike Zone (Eindhoven)
Main games:
- GGST
- SF6
- Random anime game
Another GGST event, this time hosted in Eindhoven. Join the DutchFGC for more info.
If you have any questions feel free to shoot your questions under this post