Double Tap – A Podcast for the Fighting Game Community

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#434: Combo Breaker Was… Pleasing? May 27, 2026

Show notes

Combo Breaker felt different this year—in a good way. From packed venues and old-school FGC energy to massive reveals like Yujiro in Tekken 8, Azula gameplay, and 2XKO debates, there was no shortage of chaos. Plus, Mezza gives a full boots-on-the-ground report after competing, exploring the floor, and surviving the post-tournament madness.

Episode URL: https://mtb.gg/3r5
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.

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

#431: Jam Hits Strive 2.0, Akali Joins 2XKO, Ingrid in SF6 Apr 14, 2026

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Jam finally arrives in Guilty Gear Strive 2.0, Akali makes her debut in 2XKO, and Street Fighter 6 reveals Ingrid as the next major addition. We break down how Jam fits into Strive’s new update, share early impressions of Akali’s gameplay and system direction in 2XKO, and react to what Ingrid’s return could mean for SF6 players. Along the way we talk through balance questions, patch expectations, and how the fighting game community is responding to all three announcements.

Episode URL: https://mtb.gg/3qv
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.

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

#429: Arc World Tour Finals, Strive 2.0, and Jam Returns Mar 26, 2026

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Arc System Works made big announcements at the Arc World Tour Finals, including the reveal of the Guilty Gear Strive 2.0 patch and the return of Jam. In this episode of Double Tap, we react to major Strive 2.0 changes like Counter Blitz replacing Wild Assault and what they could mean for the Season 4 meta. We also talk about the Robo-Ky tease, recap key Arc World Tour Finals results, and share takeaways from Granblue Fantasy Versus Rising Top 8.

Episode URL: https://mtb.gg/3qt
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.

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

#428: Alex Arrives, SF6 Patch Reactions, and Capcom Cup PPV Mar 20, 2026

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Alex is finally here, and we’re breaking down our first impressions along with the latest Street Fighter 6 patch changes. We dive into how the patch could shift the meta, from drive rush adjustments to character buffs and nerfs. We also talk about the Capcom Cup 12 PPV, including the messy rollout, pricing concerns, and community backlash. We wrap things up with Arc World Tour finals hype, Strive 2.0 expectations, and a look at tools helping players find their local FGC.

Episode URL: https://mashthosebuttons.com/?p=59075
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.

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

#427: Capcom Cup PPV Rules, 2XKO Patch, Marvel Tokon Leak Mar 15, 2026

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Capcom Cup’s new PPV rules have the fighting game community debating the future of esports broadcasts. We break down the backlash to Capcom’s streaming restrictions and what the paywall could mean for Street Fighter events. We also share our early impressions of the latest 2XKO patch and discuss how the balance changes could affect the competitive meta. Finally, we react to a rumored Marvel Tokon character leak featuring Magneto and Scarlet Witch and what it might mean for the roster.

Episode URL: https://mtb.gg/3qn
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.

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

#426: Marvel Tokon Updates, Alex Gameplay Breakdown, Strive 2.0 Mar 05, 2026

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Should we call this the updates episode? We break down the latest Marvel Tokon gameplay improvements, discuss the newly revealed Alex gameplay in Street Fighter 6, and speculate on what Guilty Gear Strive 2.0 could bring to the future of the series.

Episode URL: https://mtb.gg/3ql
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.

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

#425: 2XKO Roadmap, Marvel Tokon Updates, Capcom Cup 12 PPV Feb 23, 2026

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2XKO just revealed its roadmap and the future of the game is clearer than ever. In this episode of Double Tap, we break down the 2XKO dev update after layoffs, including Akali and Senna gameplay impressions, duo mode plans, and what the renewed focus on competitive programs means for the FGC. We also react to the Marvel Tokon new character reveals from State of Play, featuring Wolverine, Magic, and early roster speculation around the launch roster. Finally, we tackle the Capcom Cup 12 PPV controversy, the Street Fighter 6 Battle Hub live stream trial, and what this shift could mean for how fans watch major fighting game events moving forward.

Episode URL: https://mtb.gg/3qg
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.

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

#424: 2XKO Layoffs, EVO Registration Ranking, Marvel Tokon Roster Leak Feb 13, 2026

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Riot just dropped a bomb on the FGC with 2XKO layoffs, and we’re breaking down what it really means for the game’s future. Is this standard restructuring, or a sign that 2XKO development could shift in a major way? We dive into EVO 2026 registration ranks and early trends to see what the numbers reveal about the health of the fighting game community. Plus, we react to the Marvel Tokon's confirmed 20 character launch lineup, and what we’re hoping to see at State of Play.

Episode URL: https://mtb.gg/3qd
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.

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

#423: Frosty Faustings 2026: The FGC Is Very Much Alive Feb 11, 2026

Show notes

A 16 year old wins a major, international killers get upset, and the ballroom is packed with energy. Frosty Faustings 2026 was more than just another fighting game tournament. It felt like a full FGC health check and the results were clear: the fighting game community is thriving. We break down our biggest moments from Frosty Faustings 2026, including the 2XKO breakout performance, Street Fighter 6 results, Guilty Gear Strive crowd energy, and what this event says about the state of the fighting game community in 2026. If you have been wondering whether offline fighting games are still alive, this major gave us the answer.

Episode URL: https://mtb.gg/3qc
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.

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

#422: Evan Almighty Talks 2XKO’s Launch and Competitive State Jan 29, 2026

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Is 2XKO actually ready for competitive play, or is it still finding its footing? Evan Almighty joins Double Tap to talk about how the game feels now that it is in players’ hands and where it fits in the broader fighting game community. He shares early thoughts on the meta, how Caitlyn is shaping matches so far, and what expectations players should have as the scene grows. The discussion also covers Alex’s Street Fighter 6 gameplay, the latest Mortal Kombat Legacy update, and Frosty Faustings 2026, along with how new players can start learning 2XKO without feeling overwhelmed.

Episode URL: https://mtb.gg/3qa
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.

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

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