Double Tap – A Podcast for the Fighting Game Community

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#412: Evo 2025 Incoming, 2XKO Updates, and Mortal Kombat 2 Trailer Jul 25, 2025

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Evo 2025 is right around the corner, and Double Tap is breaking down everything leading up to the biggest fighting game event of the year. The crew dives into the latest 2XKO updates, including Vi’s gameplay trailer and major system changes for the upcoming beta. Plus, they dissect the Mortal Kombat 2 movie trailer and highlight key reveals from Ken’s City of the Wolves trailer and Sagat’s return to Street Fighter 6.

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

#411: EVO 2025 News, Guilty Gear Strive Updates, and Street Fighter 6 Swimsuits Jul 09, 2025

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Crash and Static Gorilla dive into Evo’s record-breaking Marvel vs. Capcom 2 tournament numbers, the evolving Tekken 8 and Street Fighter 6 landscape, and what players can expect at EWC with big payouts on the line. They also cover Guilty Gear Strive’s Anime Expo panel, the Lucy reveal coming to Evo, and how Cyberpunk’s Edgerunners music will shake up your playlist. Plus, the Street Fighter 6 Costume 4 drops just in time for Evo, bringing new fits (and opinions) to the hype.

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

#410: CEO 2025, Marvel Tokon, and Evo Registration Leaderboard Jun 24, 2025

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Mr. World Wide (StaticGorilla) talks about his experiences at CEO 2025 and its return back home to Orlando. They discuss the surprise announcement of Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls made by Arc System Works, as well as EVO 2025 registration leaderboard. They talk a bit about the importance of supporting your locals, and dig into the outlook for fighting games through 2026.

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

#409: SF6 & CotW Patches, Combo Breaker 2025, and Nen x Impact Demo Jun 05, 2025

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We discuss the latest Street Fighter 6 updates, including Elena’s debut and our take on how she could shift the meta. We also break down City of the Wolves newest patch means for characters like Hotaru and Hokutomaru. From our personal Combo Breaker experiences to exclusive stories behind-the-scenes, we share what made this year’s event special. Plus, we explore the Nen x Impact demo and how its mechanics stack up against classic versus-style fighters.

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

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

#408: Evo Japan Announcements, MK1 Definitive Edition, and the NRS Curse May 23, 2025

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Evo Japan brought major news across the FGC, and we’re breaking it all down. From Virtua Fighter's long-awaited return to a surprising Street Fighter x Overwatch crossover, this episode is packed with hype and controversy. We dive deep into the MK1 “Definitive Edition” and whether it signals the end—or just another chapter—for NetherRealm. Plus, we explore Tekken 8’s polarizing DLC direction and what fans are calling the “NRS curse.” All that and the stacked Team Reject roster reveal for Street Fighter League!

Episode URL: https://mtb.gg/3o5
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

Bonus Round: Evo Japan 2025 May 16, 2025

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In this Bonus Round we break down Evo Japan 2025. We chat about incredible third strike comebacks during the Cooperation Cup, along with the diversity of playstyles in both Street Fighter 6 and Tekken 8. Along with the highs came some lows, particularly those technical difficulties that interrupted several matches. We also take issue with organizers sticking with PS5 consoles despite their well-documented overheating problems, making the case that competitive fighting game tournaments should really transition to PC setups to ensure fair play across the board.

Episode URL: https://mtb.gg/3o2
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

Bonus Round: Beyond the Character Select Screen May 02, 2025

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In this Bonus Round we discuss the rich and often overlooked lore of fighting games. Joined by Ambie Award-winner Aaron David Harris, we explore the narrative power behind iconic characters from Street Fighter, Mortal Kombat, Tekken, and Guilty Gear. From family drama to mysterious origins, discover how story, design, and personal connection shape who we choose on the character select screen. Whether you're a casual fan or a hardcore FGC lore buff, this episode validates the storytelling genius hidden in every fighter.

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

Host:
Andres Mirandes
twitter.com/CrashtagVS

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

#407: Evo Japan Entry, CotW Character Showcase, and Tekken 8 in Shambles Apr 18, 2025

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Lots happening in the FGC right now. We have Evo Japan registration numbers rolling in and showing another huge turnout for Street Fighter 6. We discuss why that could be, and also talk registration numbers for other games. We dig into the character showcase for City of the Wolves, and also discuss the current community feelings around the game and its characters. In the last 2 weeks Tekken 8 has been in turmoil. The season 2 patch seems to be killing interested in the game. Finally, we discuss Elena's World Tour trailer.

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

#406: 2XKO Update, CotW Beta 2 Recap, GGST Venom, and AWT 2025 Results Apr 03, 2025

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Lots has happened over the last 2 weeks! We talk about the 2XKO Alpha Lab 2 coming over Easter weekend, featuring new characters and mechanics, and debate the pros and cons of launching with just ten characters. We recap our experience with CotW Beta 2, and discuss Ronaldo as a guest characters. We break down the intricacies of Venom in Guilty Gear Strive, discussing his playstyle and viability. We wrap up by recapping Ark World Tour 2024, including the final matches and the controversial decisions that impacted the competition.

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

Bonus Round: What Makes Fighting Games Special? Mar 26, 2025

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In this Bonus Round we welcome back Aaron David Harris to discuss what makes these fighting games we love so much special. We discuss what actually is a fighting game, the music and art of fighting games, and the unique fighting game community.

Episode URL: https://mtb.gg/3n6
Show Twitter: twitter.com/doubletapfgc

Host:
Andres Mirandes
twitter.com/CrashtagVS

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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