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#328: EVO Prepares for Massive Street Fighter 6 Tournament Jul 04, 2023

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The EVO entrants for Street Fighter 6 have shattered the previous record set by Street Fighter V. We analyze the significance of this milestone, speculate on the number of competitors we can expect at EVO, and explore the implications for the event as a whole.
Next, we shift our focus to the highly anticipated Granblue Fantasy Versus Rising Online Beta Test. Get ready to mark your calendars as we discuss the scheduled dates for the online Beta, as well as the thrilling open Beta Tournament set to take place at EVO. Nier will be joining the roster of Granblue Fantasy Versus Rising. Join us as we delve into her design, speculate on whether she'll be a puppet character, and explore the fascinating world of the puppet character archetype.
Additionally, we discuss the upcoming Kombat Kast for Mortal Kombat 1, scheduled for July 6th. Tune in as we share our expectations for the showcase of Scorpion and Johnny Cage.
Mezza shares his thoughts on the new 2v2 arena fighter based on the popular anime series, Jujutsu Kaisen Cursed Clash. We dive into the gameplay mechanics and discuss whether it captures the essence of the beloved franchise.
Lastly, we address the recent controversy surrounding Skullgirls. The game underwent significant changes to its characters, cutscenes, and artwork, which led to a divisive reaction from the community. Join us as we navigate this delicate topic and share our insights on how to move forward.

Episode URL: https://mtb.gg/3ca
Show Twitter: twitter.com/doubletapfgc

Hosts:
Andres Mirandes
twitter.com/CrashtagVS
Jeremiah Ward
twitter.com/mezzafgc
Gabriel Medina
twitter.com/StaticGorilla

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#327: CEO 2023: Street Fighter 6's First Major Tournament Jun 27, 2023

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We kick off the show by recapping CEO 2023, the first major event for Street Fighter 6. Join us as we discuss character usage, new tech, and share our favorite moments from the intense battles that took place.
Fresh from our experience at CEO, we provide a comprehensive overview of the event. We delve into the player experience, the venue, the delicious food available, and the overall production quality that made the tournament a memorable experience.
While we were at CEO, we couldn't ignore the Mortal Kombat 1 Stress Test that was live on home consoles. We analyze the footage and discuss the impressions shared by various creators throughout the weekend.
We also touch on the temporary offline status of Multiversus, and share tips on how fans can continue playing and enjoying the game until it comes back online.
During the show, the final Spectre trailer for DNF Duel was released, and we provide a live reaction; diving into the details and speculating on the gameplay possibilities.
Exciting news awaits as we reveal that Street Fighter 6 has set record-breaking numbers for EVO entrants, surpassing all previously attended tournament games. We predict the number of entrants and what to expect from the event.
Viewership numbers for Street Fighter 6 have also been soaring, reaching an impressive 313.6k viewers throughout the weekend. Join us as we analyze the impact of this growing interest and discuss the implications for the future of the game.

Episode URL: https://mtb.gg/3c7
Show Twitter: twitter.com/doubletapfgc

Hosts:
Andres Mirandes
twitter.com/CrashtagVS
Gabriel Medina
twitter.com/StaticGorilla

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#326: Street Fighter 6 Tournaments, Tech, Tiers, and CEO Preview Jun 21, 2023

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We kick off the show by discussing the exciting Chipotle Challenger Series. This 2v2 tournament in Street Fighter 6 has narrowed down to 8 teams, who will battle it out at a later date. Join us as we share our expectations for the winners of each region in the upcoming top 8 showdown in July.
Daigo, the legendary player, sparks a thought-provoking discussion on modern controls. With his question, "is this the way?" we delve into the topic of control schemes and whether it's simply a matter of preference. Static and Mezza weigh in on the debate, sharing their insights and personal experiences with Modern Controls.
Tier lists play a crucial role in the fighting game community, and we examine two recent ones from FChamp and Red. By comparing the changes and shifts in rankings, we analyze who we believe to be the top-tier fighters. Prepare for an in-depth discussion on the evolving metagame.
In a recent video, Daigo unveils a unique strategy to counter JP's moves, and Mezza provides a detailed breakdown of this discovery. We also explore the creative side of the community as a talented modder on Twitter, @tail__lover, transforms JP into Mewtwo with a spoon instead of a cane.
JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: All-Star Battle R receives a significant patch, introducing major changes, particularly to the Guard Break mechanic. Mezza shares the details of these updates and their impact on the gameplay. King of Fighters XV gears up for the release of Goenitz, and we watch the character breakdown to speculate on how he will shake up the game. Join us as we analyze his moveset and potential impact on the competitive scene.
Mezza shares his firsthand experience participating in a DNF Duel draft team tournament, providing insights into the event and his gameplay journey. Videographer Phil Nolan captures the electrifying crowd reactions to DNF Duel at Combo Breaker, leading us to brainstorm content ideas within FGC events.
As CEO approaches this weekend, we examine the number of attendees for each game with over 100 players. Static reveals his plans to attend the tournament alongside Crashtag, and we anticipate the thrilling matches and unforgettable moments that lie ahead.

Episode URL: https://mtb.gg/3c2
Show Twitter: twitter.com/doubletapfgc

Hosts:
Andres Mirandes
twitter.com/CrashtagVS
Jeremiah Ward
twitter.com/mezzafgc
Gabriel Medina
twitter.com/StaticGorilla

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#325: Mortal Kombat 1 Gameplay, Kameos, and Fatalities Revealed Jun 13, 2023

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We kick things off with a bang as Mortal Kombat 1 takes the spotlight at this year's Summer Game Fest. With a gameplay trailer featuring new characters, kameo appearances, and a playable build for lucky attendees, we break down the footage to uncover all the juicy details. From the intriguing new characters to the revamped UI and jaw-dropping fatalities, we leave no stone unturned in our analysis.
Thanks to the incredible work of modder @WistfulHopes, we now have a way to view the hitboxes in Street Fighter 6, providing invaluable insights into the moves and normals. Join us as we dive deep into the intricacies of Street Fighter 6.
But that's not all! Street Fighter 6 is set to host another major event, this time in Saudi Arabia, with a staggering prize pool of $1 million up for grabs. We discuss the implications of such a grand tournament and the impact it will have on the competitive scene.
DNF Duel is also making waves with a brand-new trailer released during the Ubisoft Forward event. We delve into the gameplay of Spectre, highlighting the fresh mechanics introduced and the potential they bring to the game.
Meanwhile, Tekken 8 fans have a reason to rejoice as beta sign-ups are now available on the official website. With all announced characters playable, including the enigmatic Claudio.
In Jojo's All Star Battle, a new character, Diego from a parallel world, is set to make his entrance alongside an exciting new season.
King of Fighter XV releases a thrilling trailer showcasing Goenitz. Join us as we react in real time to this exciting reveal, and discover the details of the free download and boss challenge that come with it.

Episode URL: https://mtb.gg/3bx
Show Twitter: twitter.com/doubletapfgc

Hosts:
Jeremiah Ward
twitter.com/mezzafgc
Gabriel Medina
twitter.com/StaticGorilla

Thank you for listening to a Mash Those Buttons podcast! You can keep up with all of our podcasts in the following locations.

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#324: Street Fighter 6 Hits the Streets! Who Do You Main? Jun 06, 2023

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The moment we've all been waiting for. Street Fighter 6 has finally arrived! Join us as we share our thoughts on the main characters and what we love about them. From their unique movesets to their storylines, we dive deep into the essence of these fighters that make Street Fighter 6 a fresh new experience.
We discuss the World Tour Mode in Street Fighter 6, which offers a truly a truly single-player focused experience. With an in-depth story and a wide range of single-player activities like tag battles and dramatic battles, there's no shortage of exciting challenges to conquer. However, we do raise some concerns regarding the PC port of the game, discussing potential issues and hoping for a seamless gaming experience across all platforms.
As we move into week one, the competition is already fierce. We discuss the ups and downs of Drive Impact and its impact on gameplay strategies. While some characters like JP, E. Honda, and Manon are wreaking havoc in the player base, we examine their strengths, weaknesses, and the emerging meta.
In other news, Samurai Shodown has unfortunately experienced a delay in implementing Rollback netcode. However, they're not leaving fans hanging! They've announced plans for a new Community Beta Test on Steam, ensuring that players can still get a taste of the action while waiting for the improvements to come.
And let's not forget about Granblue! While their Rollback Beta test has been delayed until July, they've made up for the setback by releasing a full trailer for the formidable Siegfried. Get ready for an epic showdown in the Granblue universe!

Episode URL: https://mtb.gg/3bo
Show Twitter: twitter.com/doubletapfgc

Hosts:
Andres Mirandes
twitter.com/CrashtagVS
Jeremiah Ward
twitter.com/mezzafgc
Gabriel Medina
twitter.com/StaticGorilla

Thank you for listening to a Mash Those Buttons podcast! You can keep up with all of our podcasts in the following locations.

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#323: Street Fighter 6 Reviews, Guilty Gear Asuka, and Combo Breaker 2023 May 31, 2023

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We kick things off with Street Fighter 6, the highly anticipated release that has garnered overwhelmingly positive reviews. We dive into the reasons behind the positive reception and explore what this means for the game and the FGC as we look to the future.
However, PC gamers are expressing their concerns about the implementation of the Denuvo DRM system in Street Fighter 6. Worries about potential performance hiccups loom, drawing from past encounters with the system. We delve into these concerns and discuss the potential impact on the PC gaming community.
Shifting gears to Guilty Gear Strive, we turn our attention to Asuka, one of the game's most complex characters. Through analyzing gameplay footage, we gather our thoughts on where Asuka stands among the roster, exploring his strengths and weaknesses.
Next, we dive into the latest character trailer for Tekken 8, showcasing the return of the iconic Bryan Fury. Fans are thrilled to see Bryan back and looking like his former self. Additionally, we investigate the possibility of a Tekken 8 Beta test, stirring up anticipation among players eager to get a taste of the game before its official release.
In other news, Dragon Ball FighterZ provides an update on the RollBack patch, informing us that its implementation will take longer than expected. However, the community can still rejoice as a new patch has been released, bringing significant changes to many characters. We discuss the impact of these changes on the game's meta and gameplay.
Finally, StaticGorilla shares impressions and takeaways from his journey throughout the Midwest, attending Combo Breaker 2023 as both a player and audience member.

Episode URL: https://mtb.gg/3bl
Show Twitter: twitter.com/doubletapfgc

Hosts:
Andres Mirandes
twitter.com/CrashtagVS
Jeremiah Ward
twitter.com/mezzafgc
Gabriel Medina
twitter.com/StaticGorilla

Thank you for listening to a Mash Those Buttons podcast! You can keep up with all of our podcasts in the following locations.

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#322: Kombat Kalling to All! Mortal Kombat 1 Announced! May 23, 2023

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First up, we have an in-depth discussion with special guest DarthArma, where we break down the Mortal Kombat 1 trailer and explore theories on the game's future design based on the current footage. We also analyze Kommunity Kall to gain a better understanding of Ed Boon's vision for starting the series over and what it means for the future of Mortal Kombat.
Crash takes us on a journey through the Mortal Kombat timeline, leading to a thought-provoking conversation with Darth Arma about game mechanics and lore from previous titles. These insights could potentially bring about significant changes in how the new game is perceived.
Lastly, DarthArma shares his experiences running an offline tournament for Multiversus and sheds light on the impact of community response versus the developer's decision to pull the game off the market for a change of direction. He talks the highs and lows of organizing a tournament and the broader implications for the fighting game community.
Rollback netcode has been a hot topic lately, and we touch on its expected implementation and the mixed reception it has received. While we briefly discuss the future changes for DragonBall FighterZ, we plan to delve deeper into these developments in the following week. We discuss the third beta for Street Fighter 6 a bit, but will expand on it next episode.
Exciting news for Guilty Gear fans! Asuka has been announced as a new character, and our team can't wait to analyze the chaos and challenges this addition will bring to the Guilty Gear community.

Episode URL: https://mtb.gg/3be
Show Twitter: twitter.com/doubletapfgc

Hosts:
Andres Mirandes
twitter.com/CrashtagVS
Jeremiah Ward
twitter.com/mezzafgc

Thank you for listening to a Mash Those Buttons podcast! You can keep up with all of our podcasts in the following locations.

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Twitter: twitter.com/themashnetwork
Discord: mash.gg/discord

#321: Best of What? Street Fighter 6 Tournament Format May 16, 2023

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First up, we talk about Street Fighter 6 and the release of Chapter 2 of the Udon comic. We also discuss some of the new mechanics that players have discovered while in Burnout mode and share our thoughts on the Q&A with producers that reveals more information on the game.
Next, we discuss the new King of Fighters XV DLC Trailer for Sylvie Paula Paula and her new look. We then move on to Guilty Gear, where the Twitter account has announced a fix for the network issues and celebrated the game's 25th anniversary.
Moving on to other games, Tekken 8 has released an exciting trailer for another veteran character, Hwoarang, and Mortal Kombat has hinted at a reboot through a video featuring an analog clock. We also share some rumors of potential guest characters like Homelander.
Finally, we talk about the recently announced Arc World Tour, which will feature only Guilty Gear Strive and a massive $100,000 prize pool. We also have an interesting Focus Attack discussion on Street Fighter 6's competitive format.

Episode URL: https://mtb.gg/3b8
Show Twitter: twitter.com/doubletapfgc

Hosts:
Andres Mirandes
twitter.com/CrashtagVS
Jeremiah Ward
twitter.com/mezzafgc
Gabriel Medina
twitter.com/StaticGorilla

Thank you for listening to a Mash Those Buttons podcast! You can keep up with all of our podcasts in the following locations.

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#320: Are You Too Old for the FGC? May 10, 2023

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Capcom has announced that an open beta for Street Fighter 6 will be live on May 19th-21st. While it's available for PS5, Xbox Series X/S and Steam, it will only have 8 characters and won't reflect changes in the demo. We also view new footage of Street Fighter 6 from content creators sessions held at the Capcom office, and they share their insights on the game.
In other news, Ed Boon hosted a Twitter Space that has many people buzzing with excitement about potential characters in the next Mortal Kombat game. Combo Breaker registration may have closed, but we now know that Guilty Gear Strive is the top game with 1,061 entrants.
This week's Focus Attack tackles a fascinating question from Twitter asking if anyone is ever too old to return to the FGC. As self-proclaimed veterans of the FGC, we share our thoughts on this topic.

Episode URL: https://mtb.gg/3b4
Show Twitter: twitter.com/doubletapfgc

Hosts:
Andres Mirandes
twitter.com/CrashtagVS
Gabriel Medina
twitter.com/StaticGorilla

Thank you for listening to a Mash Those Buttons podcast! You can keep up with all of our podcasts in the following locations.

Website: mashthosebuttons.com
Twitter: twitter.com/themashnetwork
Discord: mash.gg/discord

#319: Capcops are Cracking Down on Street Fighter 6 May 02, 2023

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Today we start with Capcom Fighters' recent announcement regarding their closed beta access. Anyone found to be accessing the closed beta without proper authorization may be deemed ineligible to enter future events.
We then move on to the Capcom CEO's sales expectations for the new game. The CEO has high hopes for the game and expects it to sell over 10 million units over its lifetime. Additionally, Capcom Germany's Twitter account has hinted at more news to come soon.
Next, we delve into the King Of Fighter's XV Cross Platform Beta, which started last week and has been extended for another 7 days.
We also touch on the Guilty Gear Strive roadmap and what players can expect in May. According to the roadmap, we can expect an announcement about the next character and stage, which has been teased to be That Man, Asuka.
Furthermore, we discuss Mortal Kombat's recent video, where the developers thanked fans for enjoying the games for over 30 years. They also teased a potential new game, leaving fans excited and anticipating what's to come.
In addition, we talk about Jpegmafia and Danny Brown going on tour and themed their poster to the likeness of Capcom vs SNK, which has sparked excitement in the fighting game community.
Finally, we touch on XQC's tier list of the most competitive esports games, where he placed fighting games in the A tier. Fans are thrilled to see that fighting games are getting the recognition they deserve as competitive esports games.

Episode URL: https://mtb.gg/3ax
Show Twitter: twitter.com/doubletapfgc

Hosts:
Andres Mirandes
twitter.com/CrashtagVS
Gabriel Medina
twitter.com/StaticGorilla

Thank you for listening to a Mash Those Buttons podcast! You can keep up with all of our podcasts in the following locations.

Website: mashthosebuttons.com
Twitter: twitter.com/themashnetwork
Discord: mash.gg/discord

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