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. Additionally, we address a Street Fighter player's visa-related exclusion from Capcom Cup X.

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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 also discuss a concept that merges Marvel characters with a Mortal Kombat feel, an Arcade Time Capsule in VR, and UC Berkeley's "The Art of Fighting Games" course; exploring its academic legitimacy and potential impact on education.

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06:44 Ed Debut Trailer
12:30 SF6 x Lies of P?
15:11 SF6 Sells 3 Million Copies
20:09 Tekken 8 Releases This Week
24:53 Uni 2 is Officially Released
28:00 2B Screenshots from Kayane Cup
29:18 Marvel Kombat Koncept
32:24 VR Arcade Cabs
39:51 Degree in the FGC

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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 Round 1 Arcade, featuring Street Fighter 6 Type Arcade, sparks conversations about the potential resurgence of arcades. Additionally, we touch on an update about an Indie Sega vs Capcom game, playful Mortal Kombat 1 Pixar Mods, and examine Capcom's recent DRM implementation in our Focus Attack.

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02:36 Tekken 8 Opening Cinematic
11:20 Tekken World Tour Results
27:00 Capcom Pro Tour East Results
31:20 Street Fighter 6 Arcade Update
36:17 Sega vs Capcom
39:46 Pixar vs MK1
43:44 Capcom DRM Crusade

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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 fighting game prompts speculation on its 2D or 3D nature. Qanba has announced a new arcade desk for home use and we discuss it's viability and usability. A user on X, AkitoBass, shared a mod that adds a frame meter to Granblue Fantasy Versus Rising and we view a Marvel Cinematic Universe mod for Mortal Kombat 1. In our focus attack, we discuss a recent topic on X regarding toxicity within the FGC when it comes to newer players, but also highlight the welcoming side of the community.

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04:17 Tekken World Tour Finals
11:14 Akuma SF6 Teaser
16:38 Street Fighter 6 Cabinets
21:42 Hunter x Hunter
26:30 Qanba 2009 Desk
30:59 Mod Highlights
37:08 How Welcoming is the FGC?

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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 the community, and the challenging launch of Mortal Kombat 1. Looking ahead to 2024, we anticipate exciting prospects such as potential collaborations, a new era in fighting games, and increased inclusion of indie titles.

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06:31 What Stood Out in 2023
15:44 Best of 2023
23:29 Worst of 2023
42:50 Looking to 2024

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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 matter, and Street Fighter 6 DLC controversies are explored, particularly the perceived value of avatar content. The term "neutral skip" sparks a discussion on the evolution of footsies in fighting games, considering the dominance of rushdown and its impact. A Guilty Gear Strive mod bringing Cyberpunk Edgerunners' Rebecca as Elphelt Valentine is also reviewed.

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02:44 Granblue Fan Fest
06:21 Granblue DLC Roadmap
10:19 2B in GranBlue
16:50 Tekken 8 Shaheen Trailer
19:53 Tekken 8 Yoshimitsu Trailer
23:26 Tekken 8 Demo Cracked
28:46 Street Fighter 6 DLC
31:51 Neutral Skip Discussion
49:11 Rebecca/Elphelt Mod

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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 discount. Rumors of a Smash Bros. 25th-anniversary announcement from Nintendo are considered and we explore the possibilities.

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04:27 Tekken 8 Demo
08:37 Tekken 8 Story Trailer
15:07 Quan Chi Kombat Kast
19:55 Khameleon Kontent
26:11 Samsho Lives!
30:13 Smash 25th Anniversary Plans
33:17 Crashtag Announcement

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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 covers Guilty Gear Strive's balance changes, focusing on Wild Assaults and character adjustments. Tekken 8's Dragunov trailer, Under Night In-Birth II's Kuon trailer, and Capcom's anti-mod copyright strikes are discussed. Mezza and StaticGorilla provide an in-depth discussion about NEC, reflecting on the past events and the future of the Philadelphia major tournament scene.

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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 Fighter 3 Third Strike as a retro title, but the shift to a ticketed event is noted. The Battle Mage trailer for DNF Duel and a Goku Omniman mod in Mortal Kombat 1 are also highlighted.

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04:35 Quan Chi Trailer
24:45 Street Fighter 6 Costume Costs
33:21 Granblue Fantasy Arc Finals
40:47 Evo Japan 2024
52:07 DNF Duel Battle Mage Trailer
56:22 Goku Omniman Mod

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We explore Killer Instinct's 10th-anniversary patch and its potential impact on the community. The long-awaited Rollback Netcode Beta for Dragon Ball FighterZ prompts discussion on duration and community resurgence. Street Fighter 6's third costume batch trailer is discussed, highlighting favorite designs and expressing disappointment with returning ones. The Capcom Cup X trailer generates excitement, though poor communication about pre-finale events is noted. Additionally, an MK1 time exploit allowing the purchase of old costumes raises a discussion on whether it should be allowed, and we discuss Tremor's release and the state of MK1 post the Cyrax Kameo nerf.

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04:18 Killer Instinct Balance Patch
13:45 Dragon Ball FighterZ Rollback Netcode Beta
19:14 Street Fighter 6 Costume
27:29 Capcom Cup X Trailer
33:14 Mortal Kombat 1 Time Exploit
41:05 Tremor and State Of MK1

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