This episode of Double Tap is packed with content from Combo Breaker 2024 insights to discussions on new characters like Akuma in Street Fighter and Slayer in Guilty Gear. Static G shares his firsthand experience at Combo Breaker, highlighting both the competitive and spectator aspects of the event. The team discusses the return of Multiversus, sha…

We discuss the upcoming Street Fighter 6 Battle Balance update, including the return of Akuma, new mechanics like wake-up drive reversal, new costumes, and Street Fighter's Jukebox. We dive into the challenges Multiversus faced during early access and the promising changes coming for its full release. Additionally, we preview the arrival of Beatrix…

We start this week discussing Akuma's gameplay breakdown trailer for Street Fighter 6, and the Joker's arrival in Multiversus. The episode transitions into a discussion on the importance of attending local tournaments, offering tips on how to discover FGC events in your area and emphasizing the community aspect of these gatherings, alongside sharin…

MK1 reveals Homelander & Ferra, DNF Duel reveals Nen Master, Combo Breaker has to decide whether or not to play on the Akuma patch, and we dive into the concept of character loyalty in fighting games, exploring why players remain dedicated to specific characters despite their competitive viability. Episode URL: https://mtb.gg/3i4 Show Twitter: twit…

We're talking Evo Japan 2024! Discussing the event's production quality and cosplay highlights, and also reflecting on the memorable moments. We discuss announcements like Guilty Gear Strive's latest trailer featuring Slayer, Fatal Fury City of the Wolves introducing Marco Rodrigues (formerly known as Khushnood Butt), Tekken 8's Season 1 trailer sh…

We delve into EVO Japan's upcoming event, anticipating the competitors and announcements, with Street Fighter 6, Street Fighter 3 Third Strike, and other games. Additionally, we address the division among Tekken 8 players about the state of the game, examining the reasons behind their discourse and the recurring trend in fighting game franchises. I…

MK1 presented a Kombat Kast featuring Ermac, Movado Kameo, and updates to certain characters. We share our thoughts on Ermac's Fatality, new and returning moves, and Movado's Kameo Assist. Meanwhile, Multiversus showcased advancements in their rollback netcode, though concerns arose regarding perceived gameplay slowdowns during demonstrations. Addi…

This week we discuss whether fighting games are hard, drawing upon insights from an interview with Harada, Tekken's producer. We explore various factors that contribute to the perceived difficulty of fighting games, including game mechanics, execution requirements, the mental and psychological aspects, and the learning curve associated with masteri…

We analyze Tekken 8's Eddy Gordo trailer, focusing on his new hairstyle and moves. We share impressions of A.B.A in Guilty Gear Strive, discussing her strengths and weaknesses. Evo Japan registration numbers are examined, especially for the most popular games. In the Focus Attack segment, we discuss Guilty Gear Strive's development goals in light o…

This week we explore the conclusion of the Arc World Tour finals, analyzing the event's presentation and discuss the reception of the event, followed by a breakdown of tournament results and our favorite moments. We also cover the character announcements for Guilty Gear Strive and Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising, which include the trailers for ABA,…

This week we recap the Red Bull Kumite event in New York City, analyzing its format and standout performances before then exploring the gameplay trailer for Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves and predicting upcoming characters. In Guilty Gear Strive, we discuss the addition of Millia Rage's new move, Artemis, and speculate on the next character reveal …

This week we dive into Street Fighter 6's Akuma World Tour trailer and discuss his revamped appearance and potential gameplay changes. Additionally, we explore the return of MultiVersus with its new look and release date, analyzing community reactions and the decision to pull the game during early access. EVO's early registration leaderboards spark…

Street Fighter 6's Ed debut alongside a new patch is discussed post-Capcom Cup X, offering insights into Ed's unique playstyle and the patch adjustments. Tekken 8's recent update, covering character balance and additional cosmetics, including a Tekken Shop, is also explored. StaticGorilla recounts his experience at the Tampa Never Sleeps tournament…

A competitive fighting game based on "Avatar: The Last Airbender" is in development by Maximum Entertainment, sparking discussions about its potential gameplay mechanics. In DragonBall FighterZ, updates with enhanced graphics for next-gen consoles and ongoing efforts to implement Rollback netcode were leaked in VJump magazine, raising anticipation …

EVO announces the next lineup and Street Fighter III 3rd Strike returns. We analyze the venue change and event details. Street Fighter 6 unveils Ed's gameplay, focusing on his moves and new stage. Capcom Cup begins, and we discuss its format, schedule, and prize. Mortal Kombat 1 confirms Peacemaker's release, debunking delay rumors. UMVC3 Season 2 …

We explore the Ed Fighting Pass trailer unveiling new cosmetics and Ed's release on Feb 27th. We predict Capcom Cup trailers, anticipate EVO's lineup announcement on Feb 6th, and speculate on potential titles. ARC World Tour's March demo prompts character predictions. Additionally, we discuss Justin Wong's reality show auditions, the Sega vs Capcom…

First we get into Tekken 8's innovative marketing strategies and our initial game impressions. Frosty Faustings tournament results are analyzed, featuring StaticGorilla's viewer perspective and Mezza's firsthand experience as a competitor. Diaphone's beginner tips for Under Night 2 and the upcoming KOF XV Advance Strike update spark discussions. Ad…

This week we start with the latest Street Fighter 6 trailer, sharing thoughts on the new DLC character, Ed. We delve into Ed's background, speculate on gameplay changes, and analyze a cryptic tweet hinting at a collaboration. As we get ready for the release of Tekken 8 we discuss its accessibility features and welcome the new era of fighting games.…

We break down the Tekken 8 opening cinematic and discuss the introduction of the first Season 1 character, Eddy. Tekken World Tour concluded and we review results, payouts, and compare the event to other world tour tournaments. Our attention then shifts to the CPT East results, highlighting notable performances and the winners. A visit to a local R…

Tekken World Tour Global Finals details, including anticipation for a Tekken 8 DLC character trailer, are discussed. Street Fighter 6 teases Akuma's return, fueling speculation on his playstyle and release timing. Street Fighter 6 cabinets appearing in Round1 arcades raise possibilities for local tournaments. The announcement of a Hunter x Hunter f…

Reflecting on 2023, our standout moments include the resurgence of Ultimate Marvel vs Capcom 3, impactful content creation, and the notable decline of EG. We discuss the best moments, highlighting developer support, competitive tour events, and community engagement. Conversely, the worst moments involve Twitter controversies, external scrutiny on t…

First we cover Granblue Fantasy Versus Rising Fan Fest news, including tournament announcements, battle pass content, DLC roadmap, and trailers featuring Lucilius and 2B from NieR: Automata. Tekken 8's Shaheen and Yoshimitsu trailers are discussed, focusing on character redesigns and interactions. The cracked Tekken 8 Demo prompts thoughts on the m…

We explore the Tekken 8 Demo, analyzing modes and speculating on the Mishima story's conclusion. The Quan Chi and Khameleon Kombat Kast is discussed, focusing on Quan Chi's hands-free fighting and Khameleon's borrowed moves. Samurai Shodown's Rollback Netcode update prompts discussion on reviving the game with Rollback Netcode and a significant dis…

We congratulate Street Fighter 6 for winning Fighting Game of the Year at The Game Awards, discuss various fighting game trailers, including Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero, and Guilty Gear Strive. Guilty Gear Strive introduces Elphelt as the next DLC character with a tease for a 3v3 mode, prompting a breakdown of her new design and moves. The show cove…

We analyze the Quan Chi trailer and with the addition of Chameleon's Kameo assist, examine Tekken 8 trailers for Steve and Leo, discuss the controversy surrounding Street Fighter 6's third costume pricing, and explore Granblue Fantasy Versus Rising's participation in the Arc World Tour Finals. EVO Japan's lineup is announced, including Street Fight…