Double Tap – A Podcast for the Fighting Game Community

We discussed the arrival of Ghostface in Mortal Kombat 1 and broke down his unique gameplay mechanics. We also touched on the latest patch updates for Mortal Kombat 1, including Sub-Zero’s changes and the replay takeover feature. We discuss Capcom Cup 11 qualifying players like Idom and Big Bird, and debated the merits of changing the regional point system. We also covered upcoming updates for Guilty Gear Strive and discussed features that should become standard in fighting games.

Timestamps

01:29 MK1 Ghostface Gameplay
12:05 MK1 November Patch
16:47 Capcom Cup XI Qualifying Update
30:41 The Game Awards - Best Fighting Game Nominees
35:52 Guilty Gear 1.41 Patch
42:40 What Should Be Standard in Fighting Games?

Episode URL: mtb.gg/3l3

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Andres Mirandes
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Jeremiah Ward
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Gabriel Medina
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We discuss recent updates to 2XKO, including new character Jinx and gameplay improvements. We shared our impressions of the Guilty Gear Strive 3v3 mode beta test, highlighting both positives and areas for improvement. We covered news about Capcom Cup qualifications and the challenges some players face, as well as new regarding Capcom Cup XII. Finally, we talked about Multiversus' financial struggles and the addition of new characters like Raven.

Timestamps

00:44 2XKO Jinx Character Update
19:53 Guilty Gear 3v3 Beta Update
32:15 Capcom Cup XII Announcement
39:08 Blink Respawn Smash Bros Tournament Controversy
45:50 Raven and Marceline in Multiversus
50:47 Multiversus Underperformance and Future

Episode URL: mtb.gg/3kx

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Andres Mirandes
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Jeremiah Ward
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Gabriel Medina
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We react to Guilty Gear Strive Season 4 and its character changes. We discuss our recent experiences with adjusting to the buffs and nerfs in Guilty Gear Strive, and we share our strategies for dealing with various character updates. We also take a look at the gameplay trailer for Ghostface in Mortal Kombat 1 and explore the potential of new indie fighting game, Knock Off. Finally, we debate which fighting game bosses would make it onto our Mount Rushmore of the most challenging and memorable adversaries.

Timestamps

01:13 Guilty Gear Strive Season 4 Impressions
18:36 Ghostface MK1 Gameplay Trailer
24:11 Unist 2 Arcade Release
27:06 Knock Off Demo Impressions
40:17 Poll Results: Are You Interested in MvC:I & Beyond?
41:52 Fighting Game Boss Mount Rushmore

Episode URL: mtb.gg/3ko

Hosts:

Andres Mirandes
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Gabriel Medina
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In this episode, we start off with the recent announcements from Evo France, including the game lineup and the benefits of Evo expanding internationally. We discuss the starter guide for Queen Dizzy in Guilty Gear Strive, analyzing her new mechanics and potential impact on the meta. We get pretty into it about her new ability, Wings of Light. We also covered the Marvel vs. Capcom Infinite & Beyond mod project led by Maximilian, discussing its visual overhaul and potential to revive interest in the game. We also talk about Kim Dong Hwan coming to City of the Wolves, as well as the release of Vikala for Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising.

Timestamps

00:01:34 Evo France Line-Up Announced
00:05:53 Advantages of Expanding Evo Globally
00:15:39 Queen Dizzy Starter Guide
00:24:54 Queen Dizzy: Wings of Light
00:39:50 Kim Dong Hwan Announced for CotW
00:44:48 Vikala Released for Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising
00:53:31 Marvel vs Capcom: Infinite & Beyond Showcase
01:06:14 Will the Mod Revive MvC:I?

Episode URL: mtb.gg/3km

Hosts:

Andres Mirandes
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Jeremiah Ward
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Gabriel Medina
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We discussed Sakurai's final video on creating games, speculating on what his big announcement might entail, and potential Smash Bros announcements. We recapped the Singapore Capcom Pro Tour 2024 event, highlighting impressive performances by players like Nephew and Shudo. We shared our thoughts on the upcoming Dizzy gameplay reveal for Guilty Gear Strive at Paris Games Week, discussing potential movesets and gameplay mechanics. Additionally, we debated the pros and cons of hiding player ranks in fighting games, considering its impact on player motivation and improvement.

Timestamps

00:01:37 Sakurai's Final Video
00:07:52 Super Smash Bros is a Celebration of Games
00:12:39 Capcom Pro Tour Singapore Highlights
00:28:21 Jinx 2XKO Update
00:30:31 Queen Dizzy Gameplay at Paris Game Week
00:32:07 Queen Dizzy Wish List
00:49:22 Poll Results: FT2 vs FT3
00:54:02 Hidden Rank Proposal
00:56:55 Impact of Ranking Systems on Player Anxiety and Growth
01:01:10 Pros and Cons of a Hidden Rank System
01:06:22 Motivating Players While Hiding Rank

Episode URL: mtb.gg/3kj

Hosts:

Andres Mirandes
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Jeremiah Ward
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Gabriel Medina
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In this episode, we discuss East Coast Throwdown 2024, highlighting the impressive performances and upsets in Street Fighter 6. StaticGorilla shared his firsthand experience at the event, and we discuss the debate surrounding first-to-two versus first-to-three formats in tournaments. We also talked about Bandai Namco's response to the recent player disqualification controversy and their efforts to make it right. Finally we have a discussion about whether arena fighters like Dragon Ball Sparking! ZERO should be considered fighting games, exploring the nuances of game genres and competitive scenes.

Timestamps

01:20 East Coast Throwdown 2024 Recap
05:41 ECT 2024: Event and Venue Experience
08:55 ECT 2024 Street Fighter 6 Upsets
12:28 First-to-3 vs First-to-2
19:23 ECT 2024: Street Fighter 6 Highlights
24:14 ECT 2024: Nitro Defends Title in Guilty Gear Strive
31:17 Tekken World Tour Rules Update
34:46 ArcSys AMA @ Paris Game Week
38:33 Crash's Thoughts on Coreupt Demo
42:17 Is Dragon Ball: Sparking! ZERO a Fighting Game
52:22 Traditional vs Arena Fighting Games
58:29 The Resurgence of Fighting Games

Episode URL: mtb.gg/3ke

Hosts:

Andres Mirandes
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Gabriel Medina
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We discussed the recent collaborations between Capcom and SNK, focusing on Terry's addition to Street Fighter 6 and the announcement of Ken and Chun-Li joining City of the Wolves. We talk Terry's gameplay mechanics and initial impressions, as well as the significance of these crossovers for both companies. We also touched on the newly announced Capcom Fighting Collection 2, featuring classic titles like Capcom vs SNK and Power Stone. Finally, we explored the possibility of a Capcom vs SNK 3 and the challenges of creating such a game in today's gaming landscape.

Timestamps

01:16 SF6 Sells 4 Million Copies
03:46 Terry Street Fighter 6 Impressions
14:24 Ken and Chun-Li Announced for City of the Wolves
18:56 Ronaldo x City of the Wolves???
21:14 Capcom Fighting Collection 2
26:57 CvS3 Potential and Challanges with Licensing and Collaborati
35:49 Collaboration is in the Air

Episode URL: mtb.gg/3kb

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Andres Mirandes
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Gabriel Medina
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We're back after an unexpected hiatus! On this episode we discussed MK1's story expansion "Khaos Reigns," give our impressions on Heihachi's return to Tekken, and talked about the indie fighting game Coreupt. We talk about the recent announcements from Arksys at Tokyo Game Show including Queen Dizzy, new mechanics for Chip, an update on Dual Rulers, and a announcement of the second beta for the team mode. We also explored some issues facing the FGC community, like the lack of a central hub for communities and the challenges of bringing in new players.

Timestamps

00:01:58 MK1: Khaos Reigns Story Discussion
00:09:07 Chaosrealm, Character Variations, and Timeline Rewrites
00:12:33 Bihan and Anticlimatic Storytelling
00:16:50 Heihachi Returns in Tekken 8
00:22:48 Controversial DQ @ Thaiger Uppercut (Tekken World Tour)
00:35:13 Queen Dizzy Revealed for Guilty Gear Strive
00:38:14 Guilty Gear Updates: New Move for Chip and Anime Update
00:40:04 Guilty Gear Team Mode Gets 2nd Beta
00:42:29 Coreupt Demo Impressions
00:53:57 Biggest Problems with the FGC OUTSIDE of Games
00:58:00 Challenges in Centralizing Fighting Game Communities
01:00:59 Attracting New Players to Fighting Games
01:07:41 Gatekeeping in the FGC

Episode URL: mtb.gg/3k8

Hosts:

Andres Mirandes
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Jeremiah Ward
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Gabriel Medina
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We kick off with the end of the 2XKO Alpha Lab, sharing our final thoughts on the alpha test and some balancing issues like the defense mechanics. Shifting gears, we discuss the new Mortal Kombat 1 trailer featuring Cyrex, discuss her gameplay, speculate on how the character updates might impact the game, and talk new story details. We also talk about Beetlejuice’s fantastic animation in Multiversus, provide details on the Marvel vs. Capcom collection's leaked release date, and delve into Versusia’s gameplay in Granblue Fantasy Versus Rising. Finally, we preview the EWC Tekken 8 event and the highly competitive group stages ahead.

Timestamps

01:10 2XKO Alpha Lab Finale
21:07 MK1 Cyrax Gameplay and Story Details
29:51 Will Khaos Reigns Be Enough to Keep MK1 Alive?
37:17 Multiversus Beetlejuice Gameplay
46:11 What Were Your Early Impressions on the 2XKO Alpha Lab?
46:41 Is the Infinite and Beyond Mod Enough to get you back?
51:16 Granblue Fantasy Versus: Versusia Character Guide

Episode URL: mtb.gg/3jt

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Andres Mirandes
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Jeremiah Ward
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Gabriel Medina
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We give our thoughts on the 2XKO Alpha lab, discussing various aspects like UI, music, lobby system, and gameplay. Next we talk about the highlights from Esports World Cup Street Fighter 6 tournament. We also talk about the potential impact of Warner Bros. selling their games division on titles like Mortal Kombat and Multiversus. Lastly, we discuss Maximilian's Marvel vs. Capcom Infinite Beyond mod and its potential to revitalize interest in the game.

Timestamps

00:01:01 2XKO Alpha Lab Impressions
00:10:22 2XKO Gameplay and Strategy
00:24:06 Is Damage to High in 2XKO?
00:29:57 Problems with the Fuse System
00:40:43 Its Just an Alpha
00:51:24 EWC Street Fighter 6 Highlights
01:09:31 Is Mortal Kombat Finding a New Home?
01:23:36 Mod Highlight: Marvel vs Capcom Infinite Beyond

Episode URL: mtb.gg/3jq

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Andres Mirandes
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Jeremiah Ward
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Gabriel Medina
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