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 sharing personal stories and experiences from past events and highlighting the resources available online for finding local fighting game communities.

Episode URL: https://mashthosebuttons.com/?p=58481
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Hosts:
Andres Mirandes
twitter.com/CrashtagVS
Gabriel Medina
twitter.com/StaticGorilla

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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
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Hosts:
Andres Mirandes
twitter.com/CrashtagVS
Jeremiah Ward
twitter.com/mezzafgc
Gabriel Medina
twitter.com/StaticGorilla

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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 showcasing Lidia and new features, and Street Fighter 6's Akuma trailer. Finally, we discuss into EVO Japan's results, sharing standout matches and winners from each main game.

Episode URL: https://mtb.gg/3i1
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Hosts:
Andres Mirandes
twitter.com/CrashtagVS
Gabriel Medina
twitter.com/StaticGorilla

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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. In our Focus Attack, we tackle the topic of balance patch frequency, debating the ideal deployment schedule for game updates.

Episode URL: https://mtb.gg/3hx
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Hosts:
Andres Mirandes
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Gabriel Medina
twitter.com/StaticGorilla

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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. Additionally, Hitbox's new Licensing program for lever-less controllers sparked discussions about its ambiguous terms and a response from the community.

Episode URL: https://mashthosebuttons.com/?p=58451
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Hosts:
Andres Mirandes
twitter.com/CrashtagVS
Gabriel Medina
twitter.com/StaticGorilla

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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 mastering these games. Throughout the episode, we discuss the importance of accessibility features and tutorials introduced by developers to ease new players into the genre. We also address the role of the FGC in creating educational content to support newcomers.

Episode URL: https://mtb.gg/3hr
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Hosts:
Andres Mirandes
twitter.com/CrashtagVS
Gabriel Medina
twitter.com/StaticGorilla

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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 of recent developer statements and revisit the debate between older and newer games in terms of skill and accessibility.

Episode URL: https://mtb.gg/3hn
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Hosts:
Andres Mirandes
twitter.com/CrashtagVS
Gabriel Medina
twitter.com/StaticGorilla

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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, Vane, and a teaser for the last character of Season 3. Additionally, we delve into Coreupt, a new indie fighting game inspired by Marvel Vs Capcom, discussing its design, presentation, and what attracts us to play new fighting games.

Episode URL: https://mtb.gg/3hh
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Hosts:
Andres Mirandes
twitter.com/CrashtagVS
Jeremiah Ward
twitter.com/mezzafgc
Gabriel Medina
twitter.com/StaticGorilla

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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 at the ARC World Tour event. Finally, we tackle the topic of Competitive Burnout, offering insights on how to avoid it and reignite passion for favorite games.

Episode URL: https://mtb.gg/3hd
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Hosts:
Andres Mirandes
twitter.com/CrashtagVS
Jeremiah Ward
twitter.com/mezzafgc
Gabriel Medina
twitter.com/StaticGorilla

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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 discussion, especially Street Fighter 6's top position, as we predict outcomes for each game's registration numbers. Lastly, we speculate on the DLC character tease for Guilty Gear Strive at the upcoming Arc World Tour event.

Episode URL: https://mashthosebuttons.com/?p=58412
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Hosts:
Andres Mirandes
twitter.com/CrashtagVS
Gabriel Medina
twitter.com/StaticGorilla

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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, reflecting on the return of traditional FGC tournaments. Mortal Kombat 1's Peacemaker release and accompanying patch notes are highlighted, providing early impressions and insights into the game's updates.

Episode URL: https://mtb.gg/3h6
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Hosts:
Jeremiah Ward
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Gabriel Medina
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