General Fighting Game Thread #48 Turbo - !quote 16 ^_^

[heavyd853]

Haha, war cry!


In other news, apparently I have played like 850 matches in STHD according to the scoreboards (hint: I haven't).

And it still freezes when I check my friends stuff!

[RelentlessRolento]

that tekken 6 one is hot.

[Mr. Beef]

I'd be all over that Dan one.

[MarkMan]

We have a winner...


http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3474/3262971596_73ecb68be7.jpg

[Rodimus]

So they're charging $20 for the SFIV Alternative Costumes pack?!? Are they serious?

[suko_32]

I just find it kinda odd it's slightly more expensive for the 360. Must be that there's more fees for capcom on live or something.

[PhrostByte]

That video was amazing, thanks JEKKI.

[Chacrana]

That video kicked insane amounts of ass.

[jer7583]

So I played this akuma player last night who did literally nothing except jab shoryukens to build meter and then super. I sat back and watched it over and over.

Then won.

Another player match had this dude using dee jay. He turned off the timer and just sat in the corner, throwing max outs and doing upkicks on jump ins, then 7hit crossup combos on wakeup. Then back to the corner..

I beat him too but it wasn't as easy as the akuma. Surprisingly quality dj shenanigan, if you don't have to worry about time and can play just defense.

Of course he quit after losing. (he had like 20 straight wins before I came in) Why is it fun to play like that?

[JEKKI]

oh... my... goodness~!!!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pL5pdNoU-rU

:rofl:

[JEKKI]

little girl invasion

http://www.gametrailers.com/player/45177.html

[Jimbo Slice]

Yo yo, sorry for the lack of interview questions being sent.

Ended up having to go to a conference that was like 2 and a half hours away for the weekend.


Will PM them as soon as possible!

IV! 10 days!

[hankmecrankme]

IV! Get hype!! I can't wait.

[Jest]

Ps3 Hdr Ne1?

[RelentlessRolento]

wow... 10 days till IV? crazy

[DarthPuma]

I can later tonight jest.

[RelentlessRolento]

I'll have to set aside SFIV release day and say I'm sick at school.

[Jimbo Slice]

I'll have to set aside SFIV release day and say I'm sick at school.

:)

I haven't skipped class this semester for this exact reason :)

[PhrostByte]

So I played this akuma player last night who did literally nothing except jab shoryukens to build meter and then super. I sat back and watched it over and over.

Then won.

Another player match had this dude using dee jay. He turned off the timer and just sat in the corner, throwing max outs and doing upkicks on jump ins, then 7hit crossup combos on wakeup. Then back to the corner..

I beat him too but it wasn't as easy as the akuma. Surprisingly quality dj shenanigan, if you don't have to worry about time and can play just defense.

Of course he quit after losing. (he had like 20 straight wins before I came in) Why is it fun to play like that?

It's not.. people take Sirlin's "Playing To Win" essays way too seriously, including myself at times. :lol:

[SmallWind]

GGs, Gigan.

[gigan54]

hella good games man! I can't get close enought o throw your cammy. it's frustrating

[Chacrana]

:)

I haven't skipped class this semester for this exact reason :)

I've never straight-up skipped class. Closest thing was when VF5 hit teh 360, and I just couldn't fucking stop playing the game. I was in my accounting class, and I just got up and left in the middle of it to go play more of the game.

I won't skip class for SFIV, either, but I'll probably pull another stunt like that.

[Jest]

I might just get the PC version and play it in class..

Just msg me on PSN Puma

[RelentlessRolento]

forgot about the PC version. I'll be taking my laptop to work/school to play whenever I get a new laptop.

[Chacrana]

Fuckin' PC version isn't out till May or June or something. 360 copy is just a temp. for me unless the PC isn't cross-platform compatible.

[Jest]

Oh that sucks

[jer7583]

So if anyone could help me with this, i'd appreciate it, because it's a consistent frustration.

What the fuck are you supposed to do about shotos that do those wakeup crossup/jump in MK/HK shit?

It's like, seriously my main weakness. I can't fucking stand the way these assholes get free hits and just lock you down every single time you're getting up and it feels like chun is powerless against it. If it's not that it's a stream of hadoukens and then jab shoryukens one after the other.

Those last two aren't as bad, but I just fucking hate playing shotos and hate that they're so damn popular.

Her neutral air LK isn't any good cause the hitboxes don't mesh, and blocking just is a temporary solution and seems to just encourage throws and more lockdown hits. Plus after blocking the shit they just jump in again for another round of bullshit.

I can beat them, sometimes. But it's always this kinda crap that loses me matches to shoto players. Jump in HK, Duck HK. Duck HK. Duck HK. jump in, etc. etc.

[SmallWind]

oh... my... goodness~!!!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pL5pdNoU-rU:rofl::rofl:

[Chacrana]

yeah, I laughed my ass off at that one.

[gunm]

Chun is weak against full-screen players. You have to practice your spacing and work on fighting closer to opponents.

[DarthPuma]

Well, I've now plateua'd in 3rd strike, in the same fucking place I plateau in every fighting game. I have a basin understanding of the game and can handle the super scrubs, but the higher level shit just goes right over my head. Same as what happened in HDRemix and SC4.

[Chacrana]

Well, I've now plateua'd in 3rd strike, in the same fucking place I plateau in every fighting game. I have a basin understanding of the game and can handle the super scrubs, but the higher level shit just goes right over my head. Same as what happened in HDRemix and SC4.

That's why you gotta keep playing - you don't just suddenly pick up skillz - you learn that shit gradually. You'll get it eventually, even if you think you won't.

[Inf^Shini]

Don't worry, I get lost in the lingo also, I just don't have the time to learn a fighter anymore.

[gunm]

Yeah, you have to keep watching and playing against those "higher level" players to pick up the strategies. And don't fret about losing--it's ok to sacrifice wins to learn the timing, spacing, and move situations if you are serious about taking it to the next level.

On the other hand, you could be like me and just play whoever just for giggles. There's no shame in playing casually or just for fun.

[SmallWind]

High level stuff like this?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EGlY7BFyhPU

[jer7583]

Chun is weak against full-screen players. You have to practice your spacing and work on fighting closer to opponents.

I suppose, but getting closer just helps them set up these crossups and stuff. I guess chun needs to be at just the right distance for shotos.

[Jest]

Theres a figthing game tourney at a local LAN center here in a couple weeks. It should be cool to see some hi-level play in the flesh. Been to any truneys before Puma?

[RelentlessRolento]

ordering this in a bit ;)

http://www.djsyczylo.net/costumes/Carnage/csuit1.jpg

on that note, does anyone have websites that sell good fake mustaches?

[BlueSwim]

Is it just me, or is he REALLY enjoying wearing that?

[jer7583]

I think that's referred to in the fighting game community as a "poke"

[Inf^Shini]

Wtf??

Last time I watched anybody play was years ago at a local cade, dudes kept going at it in MvC2. It was a big ass group too, but now it's more empty than ever, we all grow up :/

[RelentlessRolento]

:lol: @ jer

naw... the costumes look weird sometimes... if not worn right the crotch is a little scary to look at >_<

[Inf^Shini]

You mean exposed?

[jer7583]

:lol: @ jer

naw... the costumes look weird sometimes... if not worn right the crotch is a little scary to look at >_<

Better not have any busty ladies in your film.

Invest in a protective male undercarriage device to mask the genitalia.

[RelentlessRolento]

exactly...

out of all the photos I've seen looking for body suits, this one scared me the most:

http://i2.iofferphoto.com/img/item/801/744/91/lXIDkcnWyDdsY7b.jpg

http://i2.iofferphoto.com/img/item/801/744/91/lXIDkcnWyDdsY7b.jpg

[jer7583]

built in contraceptive device?

[MarkMan]

It's really hard to cross up Chun-Li, especially online. I suggest learn how to walk under their attempts and throw them as they land.

If you can't get under them and they jump early, try using standing jab as AA.

[jer7583]

I'll try that, as I'm always eating crossups and 2-3 hit simple shoto combos. People realize this and abuse it, and I get flustered.

[Mr. Beef]

Any general advice for Bison? I started practicing with him a few days ago after my 500th Honda loss as Hawk. I got some basic stuff down pat (mk/hk poking, mp juggles), but any other advice would be outstanding.

[JEKKI]

dood if u wanna beat Honda with Hawk then jus keep jumping jab or whatever the fukk outprioritizes every fukkyn thing I throw out! :bomb:

Bison strategy: walk up, poke with short, poke, poke, throw...

I was playing against these gaf doods and that's what one of them did a lot, and he had the most wins.

btw ppl on gaf are hella good at this game... waaaaay better than SRK ppl I've played with lol

-EDIT-

o yah, Bison has a BnB combo u should learn.

it's like pow pow pow scissors kick.

[Mr. Beef]

dood if u wanna beat Honda with Hawk then jus keep jumping jab or whatever the fukk outprioritizes every fukkyn thing I throw out! :bomb:

Bison strategy: walk up, poke with short, throw...

I was playing against these gaf doods and that's what one of them did a lot, and he had the most wins.

btw ppl on gaf are hella good at this game... waaaaay better than SRK ppl I've played with lol
Psh, I WISH jumping jab snuffed everything Honda did. Jab Headbutt makes me cry myself to sleep, and Ochio makes me feel like showering after each game.

And it's short->throw? I thought it was jab. I'll do that next time.

[JEKKI]

I'm sure u can do both, but I was guarding my nutz while fighting that dood

[asianxcore]

Any general advice for Bison? I started practicing with him a few days ago after my 500th Honda loss as Hawk. I got some basic stuff down pat (mk/hk poking, mp juggles), but any other advice would be outstanding.

http://www.youtube.com/user/slipgater

Watch some videos of my friend Rival playing Bison in HD Remix. Too good

[BlueSwim]

Speaking of videos....http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Ku2k9_64r0
And....http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W4D5WcCO3jk

[kainzero]

dood if u wanna beat Honda with Hawk then jus keep jumping jab or whatever the fukk outprioritizes every fukkyn thing I throw out! :bomb:
you're honda
you should be turtling and throwing random headbutts, there's like, nothing he can do about that

[JEKKI]

trust me there is. I jus played 2 rounds as Hawk, I think it's jumping fierce, the one where he sticks his hands out like he is praying.

it like 9/10 knocks out headbutt. let's test it out this week!!

btw I hope when SF4 comes out u hoes dont stop playing STHD!!

I like SFII way better than SFIV, seriously

[Mr. Beef]

I'll keep playing SFII and SFIV. I'll need a suitable break between the two though. Don't wanna get my shit confused.

[JEKKI]

I gotta suitable break for u rite here

http://i36.tinypic.com/1rs1vs.jpg

[gunm]

But bears have arms. :p



Oh well...WRESTLE!!!

[BustaUppa]

I'm trying to do some research on HDTV lag in fighters, before I upgrade from my old CRT. Been checking out threads on SRK and AVSforum, but it's a lot to take in. I'd be using an Xbox 360 with the default component cables (no HDMI). Anyone got recommendations for a first-time HDTV buyer? I've seen a few references to Panasonic plasmas being preferable when it comes to minimizing lag... anyone care to confirm or deny?

[option.iv]

I believe Bison's basic combo is short -> cr. med kick -> knee press

You can also go into a tick throw setup off st. shorts.

His fake slide is fun to play around with for free throws. But this almost never works against button mashers or turbo $$$s.

His touch of death combo is j. Roundhouse -> st. Short -> cr. Forward -> Fierce Knee Press. Basically it dizzies 100% after the first combo and takes away 50+%. Repeat one more time to finish the opponent.

His j. Forward is really good for cross ups, jump aways, and instant overheads.

His cr. Forward is really good as a poke and meaty attack.

Try to space adequately with knee press so you only hit them once. Hit twice with it, and you risk getting thrown or reversed.

His anti-air is basically air-to-air. Notably j. Strong and j. Roundhouse (neutral).

[gunm]

Plasmas should have less lag than LCDs, and Panasonic's are among the better ones.

If you go with LCD, I'd recommend a Samsung as the "Game Mode" should be able to upscale most images to 480p, which ultimately reduces the lag.

You could also stick to VGA cables/adapters and run it through a VGA box, but that can be kind of expensive.

FYI Hi Def images generally don't lag on Hi Def TVs.

[BustaUppa]

Plasmas should have less lag than LCDs, and Panasonic's are among the better ones.

If you go with LCD, I'd recommend a Samsung as the "Game Mode" should be able to upscale most images to 480p, which ultimately reduces the lag.

You could also stick to VGA cables/adapters and run it through a VGA box, but that can be kind of expensive.

FYI Hi Def images generally don't lag on Hi Def TVs.thanks for the input! yeah I'd be using that TV primarily for the 360, so it is a case of Hi Def images on Hi Def TV's. Those forum threads got me paranoid though... although I'm sure the SRK crowd would be way more nit-picker than most about that issue.

[Chacrana]

I'm trying to do some research on HDTV lag in fighters, before I upgrade from my old CRT. Been checking out threads on SRK and AVSforum, but it's a lot to take in. I'd be using an Xbox 360 with the default component cables (no HDMI). Anyone got recommendations for a first-time HDTV buyer? I've seen a few references to Panasonic plasmas being preferable when it comes to minimizing lag... anyone care to confirm or deny?

Confirmed, as I have a Panny plasma and have no problems playing Beatmania which is like the most timing-dependent game.

Problem with game mode on Samsungs is that there's still a ton of lag if you aren't on VGA, and you can't adjust the picture settings in game mode. And that shit's just nowhere near as good.

[FloodsAreUponUS]

Pioneer Kuro before they disappear forever.

[diddy310]

I have the 37LG50 and playing HD Remix I haven't noticed any discernable lag through HDMI cables. (I'm by no means an expert though) Haven't tried Rockband or any other Rhythm games yet though. It's the 1080p one and it was 799 at Best Buy 2 weeks ago, but doesn't seem to be on the website anymore.

[depascal22]

My copy of Waku Waku 7 is coming in sometime this week!

[FloodsAreUponUS]

anyone have some general yun tips for 3s?

I know to use his 3rd super, but is there anything else?

[kainzero]

I like SFII way better than SFIV, seriously
sf4 blows, like i said, it's as if sf2 and sf3 had an incestuous relationship and sf4 is the retarded kid that popped out.

but at least we got top tier domestic joysticks, so SOME good came out of it

[BustaUppa]

Confirmed, as I have a Panny plasma and have no problems playing Beatmania which is like the most timing-dependent game.

Problem with game mode on Samsungs is that there's still a ton of lag if you aren't on VGA, and you can't adjust the picture settings in game mode. And that shit's just nowhere near as good.Ahaaa thanks, good to know. A Beatmania endorsement is definitely encouraging.

Pioneer Kuro before they disappear forever.I'll look into it; what would you say is the defining good feature of the Kuro?

I have the 37LG50 and playing HD Remix I haven't noticed any discernable lag through HDMI cables. (I'm by no means an expert though) Haven't tried Rockband or any other Rhythm games yet though. It's the 1080p one and it was 799 at Best Buy 2 weeks ago, but doesn't seem to be on the website anymore.cool, very cool. Speaking of HDMI cables, in my research I've seen conflicting reports as to whether the 360 can really output 1080p without HDMI (i.e. old 360's with component cables are S.O.L.). I might just go for 720p anyway so I might be fine.

Some say that the 720p vs. 1080p difference doesn't even become apparent until you hit a particular size of screen. Some say 40", some say 50". I'm thinking that if the extreme videophiles are saying 40", than a mere humanoid like myself would probably be fine at 42" 720p.

Thx for the responses people!! You are indirectly playing a part in making my SFIV (and overall 360) experience as purrdy as possible.

[FloodsAreUponUS]

The kuro is basically the best flat panel that you can buy.
The 50 inch model is now half of the price it was last year, if I was not broke I would be buying one asap.
http://reviews.cnet.com/flat-panel-tvs/pioneer-kuro-pdp-5080/4505-6482_7-32476901.html

Watch that video.

Also the best feature, Black Levels that match a CRT.

[JEKKI]

sf4 blows, like i said, it's as if sf2 and sf3 had an incestuous relationship and sf4 is the retarded kid that popped out.


there isnt a single person who doesnt feel the same way.

SFIV is an acquired taste, the ppl who like it are the ones who invested crapload of time into it and convinced themselves it was a good game.

seriously guys, Feb 17, prepare to be disappointed lol.

at least, until the SFIV equivalent of Daigo v. JWong happens, then everybody will like SFIV again.

[FloodsAreUponUS]

I dont listen to people who like guilty gear.

[Chacrana]

Then you don't listen to yourself, because everyone likes Guilty Gear.

[FloodsAreUponUS]

No.

Guilty Gear is a game made for people who get off on frame counting.
In other words Koreans.

[dkreegz515]

ok question... recently got the gamepad for SFIV on 360. what are your guys opinion on using Turbo buttons in online play? it doens't seem fair to me... but then again you could both be using turbo.

[FloodsAreUponUS]

Turbo is legit.

[gunm]

Real men don't need Turbo.

Actually, Turbo throws me off. I had a hard time effectively using those kinds of buttons back in the day at least.

And Sammy LCD game mode should be ok unless you're trying to upconvert something really low/weird resolution.

[BlueSwim]

Knock it off with the Street Fighter IV hate, guys.:lol::lol::lol: You know and I know that IV will deliver big time in every sense of the word. It won't screw things up to the point where it takes 10 years for a new installment to happen. I say we'll even hear the announcement of Street Fighter V in two years or less.

ok question... recently got the gamepad for SFIV on 360. what are your guys opinion on using Turbo buttons in online play? it doens't seem fair to me... but then again you could both be using turbo.
Yeah, you're right about the turbos. They're a no-go in online fighting if you're taking it seriously.8-)8-)8-)

[JEKKI]

wtf?!?! it's snowing AGAIN!!

I hope I get to go home!!

anyways, lol look who jumped to S+ rank in SFIV arcade tier list

http://forums.shoryuken.com/showthread.php?t=174600

No.

Guilty Gear is a game made for people who get off on frame counting.
In other words Koreans.


so is 3S and SFIV. The official guide for SFIV even has frame data in it (for the arcade characters)

I said it before, but Guilty Gear games have mechanics that cut down blockstun and stagger frames, Street Fighter does not so it's much more strict in frame counting vs. Guilty Gear where those things always change.

[FloodsAreUponUS]

Guilty gear still sucks. Cant change it, and now that sega has it.

[MarkMan]

I got my Street Fighter IV Hori (PS3) today too!

Very disappointing!

Nice box though... I can only think of one box that might be better ;)

Here are my pics...

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1326/3266866967_52f5e1721e.jpg

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1352/3267690528_5bd7cb678d.jpg

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1173/3266865401_635038208d.jpg

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1184/3266864987_15a496cf33.jpg

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1204/3267688720_ffb83d2cd9.jpg

[heavyd853]

Cry more! This is the fighting game thread not the bitching thread!



It's not that bad if SFIV isn't the best ever, there will at least be something to play until Tekken 6 comes out.

[FloodsAreUponUS]

:/

[heavyd853]

It's ok, Blazblue is fun!

[FloodsAreUponUS]

:)

[ninja dog]

I haven't been reading anything about SFIV (just to keep myself in the dark), but this is the first time I've seen SFIV hate!
The reasons why sound like a bunch of fighting game theory to me, so I'm sure it'll still be a shitload of fun. and yeah, I'm aware of how un-hardcore that is.

edit: is that the TE box markman? I like how small it is!

[asianxcore]

No.

Guilty Gear is a game made for people who get off on frame counting.
In other words Koreans.

As JEKKI mentioned, what fighting game isn't heavy on frames. I know everyone here has at least played CVS2 for thirty seconds and seen how strict that game is on frames. Guilty Gear isn't the only guilty party here. All this bickering is silly. Not to start shit but all the bickering going back and forth is lame. Outside FG alum, I don't even know who the fuck anyone is in this thread anymore.

As some of the alum have mentioned, SFIV is an acquired taste. I took a handful of my friends out to SJSU late 08' to play and some liked it and some just weren't that impressed.

Also not to be a dick (as I am nowdays), but Flood....if you can use SAIII what tips would you need? Just learn Yun's BnB, Block Strings, Kara Cancel/Kara Cancel Palm, various Genei Jin setups, Command throw, etc etc..

[FloodsAreUponUS]

I was kidding on the Gulity Gear guys, come on lighten up, you should know i'm never serious.

[Jimbo Slice]

I agree that SF4 is an acquired taste, although most I know liked it. I think out of all of us that have played it (about 6) only 1 of us wasn't feelin' it. I personally think it's great, but I haven't gotten to the point of breaking the game down yet. I played about 15 matches so far, so I've only very gently scratched the surface.

[depascal22]

I've played SFIV and I approve this message: It's very good.

[hankmecrankme]

SFIV <3, and I haven't even played it yet. :) Also, Guilty Gear <3.

I only bitch when I'm playing overhyped games that aren't that good, or I'm fighting SNK bosses. :bomb:

[ninja dog]

I just don't care that much about really getting deep into fighters anymore, though I still love playing the hell out of them online.

In some ways my standards have dropped. but in other ways, they've improved, as I'll probably never play DoA or Mortal Kombat again.

I wish there was a good online version of Guilty Gear. #Reload is online and BC, but that's probably the laggiest game I've ever played in my life.

[FloodsAreUponUS]

I still love DoA, its so much better then mortal kombat could ever be.

[kainzero]

I was kidding on the Gulity Gear guys, come on lighten up, you should know i'm never serious.
guess what was in those crates that you were moving in your beloved forklift in shenmue?

that's right.

guilty gear cabinets.

[FloodsAreUponUS]

guess what was in those crates that you were moving in your beloved forklift in shenmue?

that's right.

guilty gear cabinets.

:/

[Rodimus]

I got MK vs DC on it's way. Fuckin took gamefly forever to send it.

[gunm]

I hope it's worth the wait. :p

[Inf^Shini]

from what I hear, those kombo challenges are fun ;)

[Rodimus]

Hopefully it'll keep me entertained till SFIV

[BlueSwim]

I still love DoA, its so much better then mortal kombat could ever be.
Totally agree. The DOA series may not be perfect, but it is a quality franchise with some excellent games to it's credit.

[Chacrana]

Totally agree. The DOA series may not be perfect, but it is a quality franchise with some excellent games to it's credit.

God no. It's a guessing game with that damn counter system.

And Apossum, you totally know that if DOA5 came out tomorrow, we'd both be playing that shit online like all damn day. And we'd feel like idiots for playing something that's so obviously ghetto.

[BlueSwim]

God no. It's a guessing game with that damn counter system.
[Cobra Commander Voice]Lies! LIES! LIIIIIIIIIIIIIIEEEEESSSS!!!!![/Cobra Commander Voice]:lol::lol::lol:

[kainzero]

God no. It's a guessing game with that damn counter system.
it's not.

people think they can counter everything and that it's all RPS, and yea there's counters but it's not like every pro will counter everything

like in tekken, lows are good for mixups but people ain't like "YO MAN DON'T THROW LOWS 'CAUSE YOU BE PARRIED EEEERYTIME YO"

same with soul calibur
parries / counters are a timing and predictive measure, they're not the answer to everything

[B:L]

it's not.

people think they can counter everything and that it's all RPS, and yea there's counters but it's not like every pro will counter everything

like in tekken, lows are good for mixups but people ain't like "YO MAN DON'T THROW LOWS 'CAUSE YOU BE PARRIED EEEERYTIME YO"

same with soul calibur
parries / counters are a timing and predictive measure, they're not the answer to everything

Yeah it's not about the counters like in DOA3 the pros are about cartwheeling over and over until you win then crying by yourself in the restroom because no one likes you and you play a shitty game.

[SmallWind]

:rofl:

[asianxcore]

GG's to Suko and OptionIV in SFHD.

To answer JEKKI's comment, I don't think I'll completely abandon SFHD. I really like it so I'll be going back and forth between HD and SFIV.

[MarkMan]

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3459/3266475587_79d71b895c_o.jpg

^^ REPPIN FOR my CAG ninjaz

[Mr. Beef]

MarkMan is famous! :whee:

I'm still a bit surprised that you're name is Mark. Don't know why...

[RelentlessRolento]

werd MM. keep up the good work :)

also:

http://www.gametrailers.com/player/45166.html

[suko_32]

GG's to Suko and OptionIV in SFHD.

To answer JEKKI's comment, I don't think I'll completely abandon SFHD. I really like it so I'll be going back and forth between HD and SFIV.

GG's guys.

[Chacrana]

it's not.

people think they can counter everything and that it's all RPS, and yea there's counters but it's not like every pro will counter everything

like in tekken, lows are good for mixups but people ain't like "YO MAN DON'T THROW LOWS 'CAUSE YOU BE PARRIED EEEERYTIME YO"

same with soul calibur
parries / counters are a timing and predictive measure, they're not the answer to everything

Yeah, it was an exaggeration, but I still really think that counter system is way too easy, and you can guess which counter to use with relative ease a little too often.

Man did I play a lotta DOA4.

[RelentlessRolento]

Man did I play a lotta DOA4.


Your personal views on DoA4 are valid. I back them up.

...Though no one can sway me from Xtrm Beach Volley 2

http://media.giantbomb.com/uploads/0/2864/222151-tinax2_2_super.jpg

[FloodsAreUponUS]

THat game will always be my guiltyest of pleasures.

[asianxcore]

also:


I'm down for the $19.99 price point if Ignition doesn't fuck up the port.

[RelentlessRolento]

I'm down for the $19.99 price point if Ignition doesn't fuck up the port.


I'll be getting the XBLA version, but not until I get a fightpad.

[FloodsAreUponUS]

Fightpads are pimp but they sux cuz no rumble. I need rumble in mah fighting games.

[Jimbo Slice]

Haven't picked up a Fightpad yet but plan on it just to check it out / have it as a spare for 2P if they don't wanna use an EX2.

I got

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&item=260353073926 this in the mail

today. Pretty dope. I got the Air Jordan one as well.


Also, the difference between MK and Dead or Alive is that Mortal Kombat has one legitimately good game in the franchise, while DoA doesn't have any. I mean DoA4 was okay, but it was nothing special. UMK3, on the other hand, is ballin'.

[Mr. Beef]

Don't forget Shaolin Monks. Ain't no fighting game, but it's ABAP.

[MSUHitman]

I got MK vs DC on it's way. Fuckin took gamefly forever to send it.

I just got the European PS3 version of the game. I've only done story mode so far so no fatalities yet.

[RelentlessRolento]

I thought DoAU was good, but more fun than deep.

[Mr. Beef]

more fun than deep.
...That's what she said?

[kainzero]

there isnt a single person who doesnt feel the same way.

SFIV is an acquired taste, the ppl who like it are the ones who invested crapload of time into it and convinced themselves it was a good game.

seriously guys, Feb 17, prepare to be disappointed lol.

at least, until the SFIV equivalent of Daigo v. JWong happens, then everybody will like SFIV again.
they won't be disappointed

marketing hype is too good

[MarkMan]

yea man wait til ppl find out the TE stick is all hype...

I love my Namco stick...


lol.


(i was kidding)

kinda.

;)

[JEKKI]

no disrespect, but the TE stick IS all hype, and me as a person who hates hype that really upsets me.

dont get me wrong, I think it's a fantastic product and got mine on pre-order, but most gamers consider the item as if it's a must have when at the end of the day they understand absolutely nothing about it. $150 is A LOT of money and I have no doubts kids will eventually let that $150 collect dust or immediately be like "ummm... what's so $150 about this?!?!"

like you pointed out earlier, the Play Magazine review on the standard stick is excellent. It comes off from the perfect perspective and with a perfect analysis of what a regular gamer should expect and want out of a product. It's a shame that gamers arent considering the product since gamers fail to think for themselves and let hype blind them all day.

seriously fukk gamers, I hate gamers. I still like games tho lol.

[MarkMan]

http://earf.360arcadians.net/index.php?id=79 <<< podcast with review on TE stick;56 minutes in

[MarkMan]

no disrespect, but the TE stick IS all hype, and me as a person who hates hype that really upsets me.


wise words... but hey, I wasn't doing a good enough job of hyping, I couldn't get TMK to buy one :(

lol.

But yea, SF4 is a hype machine. People will buy into the hype regardless. Capcom has been doing a crazy job marketing that shit.

End of the day, I want my Tekken 6.

GAMERS STAY TRUE!

ah man i should go to sleep

[heavyd853]

Tekken 6 SON!!! SAY ITTTT


AAAAAAHJHHHHH!






Will there be Lili pads when T6 comes out?:drool:

[Nelo Ice]

no disrespect, but the TE stick IS all hype, and me as a person who hates hype that really upsets me.

dont get me wrong, I think it's a fantastic product and got mine on pre-order, but most gamers consider the item as if it's a must have when at the end of the day they understand absolutely nothing about it. $150 is A LOT of money and I have no doubts kids will eventually let that $150 collect dust or immediately be like "ummm... what's so $150 about this?!?!"

like you pointed out earlier, the Play Magazine review on the standard stick is excellent. It comes off from the perfect perspective and with a perfect analysis of what a regular gamer should expect and want out of a product. It's a shame that gamers arent considering the product since gamers fail to think for themselves and let hype blind them all day.

seriously fukk gamers, I hate gamers. I still like games tho lol.

damn that is makin me rethink my TE stick preorder :bomb:
i keep tellin myself i'll like SFIV and if im gonna get an arcade stick why not get the best one so that'll be only one i need
edit: that and i could probably resell it for more if i regret my purchase:-#

[MarkMan]

So are you buyin into the hype of anti hype?!

HYPE!

[Nelo Ice]

So are you buyin into the hype of anti hype?!

HYPE!

:bomb::bomb::bomb:
but reading this on gaf

"Just get the TE.. if you get it and feel like you want the SE, you could probably sell the TE for more than you bought it for considering how much demand there is for one at this point"
along with
"Like I was saying in the 1up video, if this is your first stick the SE is fine, you can always upgrade the actual stick, but you wont have buyers remorse with the TE, thats for sure. I personally wouldn't switch the preorder but its up to you."
that doesnt sound too bad :lol:

[MarkMan]

Hey, we're all grown ups here (I think)...

Go with what YOU want. I don't think there is anyone that can/should lulz at someone's purchases/tastes ever. Do you, ya heard!

People think I'm stupid crazy for buying arcade sticks all the time... I don't give a fuk, I do what I like...

[Nelo Ice]

guess i'll stick with the TE then since its win-win
awesome product and if i feel i wont get use out of it i can resell it for even more $$$

that and if i do like it the TE, it will be the better option anyway since id have to spend extra to mod the SE to be better when i could just get the TE and not have to worry about it

[asianxcore]

People think I'm stupid crazy for buying arcade sticks all the time... I don't give a fuk, I do what I like...

..but you can actually play :)

I think (maybe) one of JEKKI's points is that people are getting hype over the stick and forgetting about skill level. Who knows maybe all those kids who bought the stick intending to play SFIV/SFHD hours on end to get better somehow get discouraged out of it. Then the TE becomes a $150 paper weight.

I know good equipment is always key to getting better, but I think part of it is that you should be concerned about your execution. If you can't DP on command on a $45 joystick that has a square gate, moving up to a stick triple that (again with a square gate) won't do much to help things. For the same reason I see a lot of sticks going up on Ebay months after for players blaming their execution on the components of the stick. Let's face it, as I mentioned, new players or casual players can get discouraged quickly. If they can't pull the same stuff on a D-Pad on a stick, they don't bother. I have a couple of friends that are like this and is the reason they stay away from sticks like the plague.

The "limited" numbers are definitely hyping up what is already a quality stick. Hell, as I told MarkMan the hype even got to me. I have a HRAP2 SA, a Sanwa Stick/Button Modded T5 Stick and a Custom Happ PSX/PS2 stick and I still considered the TE (even with it's PS3/PC only capabilities)

[Nelo Ice]

well for me all this hype actually has me interested in learning SFIV and fighting games in general im genuinely interested in getting good or at least being a good fight

[Mr. Beef]

I'll probably end up getting A stick, but I'm still undecided. I have until EVO, after all.

[hankmecrankme]

The main reason I'm getting my TE stick is because I really, really need a 360 stick, and it seems to be everything I could want in one. If I bought a regular one, I'd just mod it ASAP anyway, so I went straight for the TE stick. I do want a regular one still to make it all Seimitsu for shmups, but I don't have that kind of money to spend after the TE stick and SFIV.

I will dual mod it, but it's not a necessity. I already have my modded Namco that kicks ass and my big ass Happ custom that I use on PS2/PS3/GC/Xbox/DC/PC thanks to adapters. I could just leave my TE stick stock and be fine with it as a 360/PC only stick. But I'm not like that. ;)

$150 is pricey, but I'll use it a ton on my 360/PC, so I'll get my money's worth.

[ninja dog]

no disrespect, but the TE stick IS all hype, and me as a person who hates hype that really upsets me.

dont get me wrong, I think it's a fantastic product and got mine on pre-order, but most gamers consider the item as if it's a must have when at the end of the day they understand absolutely nothing about it. $150 is A LOT of money and I have no doubts kids will eventually let that $150 collect dust or immediately be like "ummm... what's so $150 about this?!?!"

like you pointed out earlier, the Play Magazine review on the standard stick is excellent. It comes off from the perfect perspective and with a perfect analysis of what a regular gamer should expect and want out of a product. It's a shame that gamers arent considering the product since gamers fail to think for themselves and let hype blind them all day.

seriously fukk gamers, I hate gamers. I still like games tho lol.


psh, you have no idea, kid.

how many allowances did you collect to buy your copy of SF2 for the snes? They didn't need to hype shit, all Capcom had to say was "we're releasing SFIV." The cooler-than-thou "anti-hype" guys who regurgitate what they read on shoryuken are just as annoying. Go back to Guilty Gear X2 Reload Antimatter Gravity Taco-tron.

HATE HATE HATE

you jus got dissed biatch whatchu gunna do 'bout it G.


nah jk, but you do have a point. Just look at all the people "disappointed" in the SFIV pad in the gaf thread after 10 minutes of using it. They don't know a good pad from a bad one, apparently. I like the pad so much that I'm re-thinking whether I should hold on to my TE stick preorder or ebay it.

[GuardianE]

The TE Stick is a luxury item, plain and simple. But, not everyone wants it because they're godly at fighting games or know all the intricacies that make a good stick.

Some people want it because it's Street Fighter IV... and they want the real arcade experience that most regions of the U.S. are sorely lacking. Some people want it because they collect anything and everything Street Fighter related. Some people want it because they like pretty boxes.

Most importantly, some people want it because they want to learn to play stick and won't settle for mediocre. As many people as there are that are buying into the hype, there are more people who want to buy the stick for any/all of the above reasons. And those are all very valid reasons.

A lot of gamers today are young professionals who have that cash to burn and always wanted to have an arcade stick when they were younger... or maybe they want to relive their experiences in the arcade. I wouldn't discount purchasers of the TE stick just because they don't know understand exactly what they're buying... they'll learn.

[BlueSwim]

I bought into the TE because it's the best retail stick the 360 has to offer judging by the parts and feedback from people who have used it. The 360 is my fighting game system this generation so I want to have that one REALLY good stick that will last me for the rest of the 360's lifespan.


The Collector's Edition of SFIV (http://streetfighterblog.blogspot.com/2009/02/confirmed-brawler-costume-pack-with.html) comes with the "Brawlers" costume pack. Disappointing... :(

[GuardianE]

The Collector's Edition of SFIV (http://streetfighterblog.blogspot.com/2009/02/confirmed-brawler-costume-pack-with.html) comes with the "Brawlers" costume pack.:( Disappointing...

Wow. Really disappointing... but not surprising. It's probably going to be the least popular costume pack in the whole bunch, so no wonder they're giving it away for free... well there's that and the fact that it's the first DLC pack released, but I like my first theory better. :D

Also, I think the back of the box has a picture of Zangief as Haggar... so that was a hint there.

[Chacrana]

psh, you have no idea, kid.

how many allowances did you collect to buy your copy of SF2 for the snes? They didn't need to hype shit, all Capcom had to say was "we're releasing SFIV." The cooler-than-thou "anti-hype" guys who regurgitate what they read on shoryuken are just as annoying. Go back to Guilty Gear X2 Reload Antimatter Gravity Taco-tron.

HATE HATE HATE

you jus got dissed biatch whatchu gunna do 'bout it G.


nah jk, but you do have a point. Just look at all the people "disappointed" in the SFIV pad in the gaf thread after 10 minutes of using it. They don't know a good pad from a bad one, apparently. I like the pad so much that I'm re-thinking whether I should hold on to my TE stick preorder or ebay it.

It's sorta interesting how people who know about fighting games and 2D stuff are using the fightpad and loving that shit, and a ton of other people are like "man, this thing is bullshit where the analog sticks son!?!?" Like, I knew it'd happen, but it kinda seems to be a clearer divide than I expected. Like people either love that thing or hate it.

As to why I'm getting the TE... probably the same reason as the other people here -- just wanna have the best. Obviously the stick's not going to make anyone better automatically, but it certainly doesn't hurt to have a stick with parts that you can trust to work consistently. Going back to the Tekken stick a few weeks ago was pretty bad, since I no longer had any real sense of direction with that stick, and the buttons felt ghetto. Obviously, that's something you can become accustomed to and you can play on the stick just fine, but why would you when there's something that much better out there that you know you're gonna get a lot of use out of?

[JEKKI]

damn that is makin me rethink my TE stick preorder :bomb:
i keep tellin myself i'll like SFIV and if im gonna get an arcade stick why not get the best one so that'll be only one i need
edit: that and i could probably resell it for more if i regret my purchase:-#


here's what I think,

if you are a gamer that wants to buy and play new Tekken, new King of Fighters, new BlazBlue etc, then yes the TE stick is an excellent INVESTMENT.

Street Fighter IV is bringing hella ppl back into the fighting game genre that are gonna exit as soon as they enter, leaving $200+ behind.

the key word is investment. Look at the future, not the moment.

[hankmecrankme]

Exactly. I agree with Jekki.

[FloodsAreUponUS]

Jekki you should run companies, most dont understand that concept.

[kainzero]

no disrespect, but the TE stick IS all hype, and me as a person who hates hype that really upsets me.

dont get me wrong, I think it's a fantastic product and got mine on pre-order, but most gamers consider the item as if it's a must have when at the end of the day they understand absolutely nothing about it. $150 is A LOT of money and I have no doubts kids will eventually let that $150 collect dust or immediately be like "ummm... what's so $150 about this?!?!"

like you pointed out earlier, the Play Magazine review on the standard stick is excellent. It comes off from the perfect perspective and with a perfect analysis of what a regular gamer should expect and want out of a product. It's a shame that gamers arent considering the product since gamers fail to think for themselves and let hype blind them all day.
hype doesn't upset me but the aftermath of what it happens, that does upset me.

i mean we got people who keep slamming on the EX2 as a piece of garbage but i will destroy most people with the EX2 at HD because they spend more time researching sanwa and seimitsu than learning how to block a crossup and then reversal SRK.

i don't care what you use it for. i don't care if bob smith bought one so he could play space invaders on his pc, that's his life.

but when you start telling people that their sticks suck when you're not even close to decent, you better believe i'll be there knocking down your door and challenging you and making you look silly.

[FloodsAreUponUS]

EX2 still awful.
lol.

[hankmecrankme]

I'm scrubby as hell now. I just like nicer things. I used to be beastly with an SNES pad and Ascii Fighting Stick. I could still use one if I needed to, but I prefer the nicer sticks.

Stock Namco sticks are so good. I would've had no problem leaving mine stock, but it was worn out so much. It needed an upgrade. I rocked the stock Green Goblin on DC so much that the stick started "sticking" because the spring was so worn. I've used a variety of sticks and pads, and I'll slum it up if I need to. But if given the choice, hell yeah I'm going for Sanwa/Seimitsu.

I really love my Sony Trinitron, but that's because I've used the old beater 19" wood panel TVs and RF up until 1995, then I started using a 13" Goldstar PC monitor from 1983 that I got from a garage sale for 20 bucks that had composite video, which was a huge step up from RF for me. Now I play in 720p, and I enjoy it so much more because I have perspective. I know what it's like to slum it up in the ghetto. Same with sticks and pads. Not saying the EX2 is anywhere near the "quality" of the Ascii Fighting Stick, the EX2 smokes it. But I am saying that I prefer nicer parts than the EX2 offers. If the EX2 is fine for anyone, then more power to you.

[ninja dog]

It's sorta interesting how people who know about fighting games and 2D stuff are using the fightpad and loving that shit, and a ton of other people are like "man, this thing is bullshit where the analog sticks son!?!?" Like, I knew it'd happen, but it kinda seems to be a clearer divide than I expected. Like people either love that thing or hate it.

As to why I'm getting the TE... probably the same reason as the other people here -- just wanna have the best. Obviously the stick's not going to make anyone better automatically, but it certainly doesn't hurt to have a stick with parts that you can trust to work consistently. Going back to the Tekken stick a few weeks ago was pretty bad, since I no longer had any real sense of direction with that stick, and the buttons felt ghetto. Obviously, that's something you can become accustomed to and you can play on the stick just fine, but why would you when there's something that much better out there that you know you're gonna get a lot of use out of?


I think its battered wife syndrome. The 360 d-pad has beat their hands so consistently over the past 3 years that they're afraid to leave it. What the fuck else would explain it...a clearly better dpad comes out for the system that has needed it most of any system in history and they go "nah, i kinda have to press harder and oh yeah, no rumble."

[MarkMan]

Ah man... sticks pads... all that.

If you suck at games, you'll still suck.

If you're good, you'll still be good. The key is how well you adapt to said controller/controller type.

But man, I hate work today.

I just wanna go home.

[hankmecrankme]

We played MvC2 at an arcade in LA a few years ago. It was at a movie theater, and the machine was on free play, so we went to town. The sticks and buttons were very worn, but we still had a blast. I still could play it just like I can on new parts. As long as it's functional, I can use it.

I think every SF2 machine I've ever played on between the 5 versions of it had at least one button not working, usually fierce punch and usually on the 2P side.

[blitz6speed]

I do damn well with the stock 360 controller, but its the uppercuts at key moments i end up missing which really screws up my game. Its why i stick to gief and balrog so often these days, they're super easy to win with without having to use the uppercut motion.

[gunm]

I'm confused, so now y'all are saying the TE stick is hype just because it's popular with more than the hardcore fighting crowd, or are we just saying that the TE stick is hype because it has the SFIV license?

All I know is, there'll always be haters and I ain't gonna sweat 'em by trying to "keep it real". I just buy what I want and play what I want.

[hankmecrankme]

The TE stick is hyped because of its quality. It won't make you a better player. That kind of hype. Like buying Air Jordans didn't make me able to dunk. I blame that on being white and 5 foot 8. :cry:

[gunm]

Ohhh...well, that goes without saying, doesn't it? I don't think there's anything wrong with a casual player wanting a TE. Granted, they could be doing it for the wrong reasons, but really, that's not my problem. For me, I'm willing to pay the premium for quality, if and when I can afford it, and to me the TE stick represents a quality joystick I can use for XBLA games, 360 shmups, and 360 fighters. There really aren't a lot of other options as far as quality arcade sticks for 360.

[hankmecrankme]

Hell yeah. Preach it.

[Dr Mario Kart]

hey Markmang. Someone at GAF sez that someone at SRK sez that one of the Frys in Houston is selling SF4 as soon as they get it (today). Can someone double check which location it is?

Edit: Apparently its all 3.

[Inf^Shini]

I'm curious, does the TE stick feature backwards compatibility for the PS3? (or will it ever and is that feasible?)

It'd be cool to go back and play some PS2 fighters/shooters with it :D

[gunm]

I'm curious, does the TE stick feature backwards compatibility for the PS3? (or will it ever and is that feasible?)

It'd be cool to go back and play some PS2 fighters/shooters with it :D

That was already answered either in this or the stick thread, but the answer is no, unfortunately.

[Knoxximus]

Huh...casual players wanting the Mad Catz stick....who'da thunk it?;)

[Inf^Shini]

That was already answered either in this or the stick thread, but the answer is no, unfortunately.
Ah well :/

[Mr. Beef]

I haven't had any practice with a stick since I first played SFII in the arcade...and I was like, 6 then! No wireless controllers at EVO, so I'm gonna have to get a stick if I wanna play HD Remix or SF IV.

[gunm]

What are you using now, beef?

[Mr. Beef]

Sixaxis. >__>

I'm hella comfortable with it though since I've used pads all my lyfe.

[suko_32]

Sixaxis. >__>

I'm hella comfortable with it though since I've used pads all my lyfe.

DS3 here, but high five!

[Mr. Beef]

DS3 here, but high five!

o.o/)(\o.o

[Jimbo Slice]

hey Markmang. Someone at GAF sez that someone at SRK sez that one of the Frys in Houston is selling SF4 as soon as they get it (today). Can someone double check which location it is?

Edit: Apparently its all 3.

No Frys :(

[GuardianE]

I wonder if 7-11 would have early copies of Street Fighter for sale. I remember that they didn't really care about the street date.

[hankmecrankme]

My Sixaxis is worn after playing VF5 and T5DR on it, back before the Pelican adapters were out.

[DarthPuma]

No fry's here either.

Someone said LL will refund you if your shipping is cheaper than what you pay. Is that true? I don't see a bat top and gate costing 5 bucks to ship and that's all that's holding me back on my order.

EDIT:
What the fuck, since when am I in the FGT? I need to pay attention to my tabs.

[asianxcore]

Someone said LL will refund you if your shipping is cheaper than what you pay. Is that true? I don't see a bat top and gate costing 5 bucks to ship and that's all that's holding me back on my order.


That is true.

I ordered 6 Sanwa buttons in one order and put it through. Minutes later I forgot that I needed 8 and put a 2nd order through of only 2 buttons. They automatically combined my orders realizing it was going to the same place and refunded me for overpaid shipping.

[DarthPuma]

That is true.

I ordered 6 Sanwa buttons in one order and put it through. Minutes later I forgot that I needed 8 and put a 2nd order through of only 2 buttons. They automatically combined my orders realizing it was going to the same place and refunded me for overpaid shipping.

Wow, that's really cool of them! I didn't figure it could cost more than like 3 bucks to ship that stuff, and that was holding me back. I'll order tonight!

Just a week away now! I can't wait. I'm picking up my copy right after school, taking my buddy to my house, beating his ass a few times, and then practicing away.

Is Viper a charge character?

EDIT: Nope. After looking at video's of her she seems stupid cool.

[SmallWind]

hey Markmang. Someone at GAF sez that someone at SRK sez that one of the Frys in Houston is selling SF4 as soon as they get it (today). Can someone double check which location it is?

Edit: Apparently its all 3.@_@ Those Fry's in Houston are so spread apart. I'll probably go to the one closes though.

[Nelo Ice]

damn it sounds ilke i should just get a fightpad instead but that would mean letting my TE preorder go to waste and i might be able to resell it locally since im in the bay :-#

[Dr Mario Kart]

The Frys thing doesnt seem to be panning out. I'm still waiting on confirmation that someone has purchased it.

[PhrostByte]

I'm getting the TE because there's no way I'm going to play SFIV on the 360 controller. I basically have 4 choices:

1. fightpad
2. RE fightstick
3. TE fightstick
4. EX2

If I feel like spending $150 for the best one, why the fuck not? I probably wouldn't have spent more than that though... speaking of the stick, what's this bullshit?

Items not yet shipped:
https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/G/01/x-locale/common/icons/arrow_subordinate._V47081670_.gif Shipping estimate: February 25, 2009

1 of: Xbox 360 Street Fighter IV FightStick Tournament Edition
Sold by: Amazon.com, LLC

Why so late?

Also, GuardianE.. don't you live around Baltimore? What 7-11 sells video games?

[GuardianE]

I'm getting the TE because there's no way I'm going to play SFIV on the 360 controller. I basically have 4 choices:

1. fightpad
2. RE fightstick
3. TE fightstick
4. EX2

If I feel like spending $150 for the best one, why the fuck not? I probably wouldn't have spent more than that though... speaking of the stick, what's this bullshit?

Items not yet shipped:
https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/G/01/x-locale/common/icons/arrow_subordinate._V47081670_.gif Shipping estimate: February 25, 2009

1 of: Xbox 360 Street Fighter IV FightStick Tournament Edition
Sold by: Amazon.com, LLC

Why so late?

Also, GuardianE.. don't you live around Baltimore? What 7-11 sells video games?

I got the same delay from Amazon on my Fightpads. Both of them. Really annoying, since they didn't give me any sort of email or warning. I really hate pre-ordering from Amazon with Super Saver Shipping. It's really just no excuse. I should be getting my package later because of slow ass shipping by USPS, not because Amazon wants to punish me for not having Prime.

And I do live around Baltimore. I've never tried checking out 7-11s in the area, but I remember reading that they broke the street date for Gears 2 and a few other games. There's a good chance that if any 7-11's in the area sell games (the radio advertises that they do sometimes) and they're selling Street Fighter IV, that they could care less about the street date.

[PhrostByte]

So.. you're saying 7-11's really do sell games? My mind has been officially blown.

[GuardianE]

So.. you're saying 7-11's really do sell games? My mind has been officially blown.


http://www.7-eleven.com/ProductsServices/FunGames/tabid/285/Default.aspx

Too bad I don't see Street Fighter on the list... yet. I think they've been doing it for a while now.

[PhrostByte]

Thanks Guardian... I wish I knew stuff like everybody else. I want to know stuff too! :(

[Mr. Beef]

I used to see signs for Halo and Madden in the windows when I would go to 7-11 for my lunchbreak Slurpee and nachos. :drool:

Never noticed them selling any other games, though, even months after Madden 09.

[asianxcore]

Apologies to Hank and HeavyD, I traded my PS3 copy of SCIV towards my existing pre-order for SFIV (PS3).

I'll only owe about $13-14 bucks day of release, which makes me happy. Working two jobs is squeaking me by. If I have to trade in stuff I won't have the time to finish (don't care to keep) to pay for SFIV (which I'll play forever), I'll go do that.

[heavyd853]

All of the amazon orders are dated the 25th, because by some retarded happening the release date in their system says that, and they think they'll be punished if they ship it earlier.

Edit: How much did you get for SCIV? I was thinking about it, provided it isn't highway robbery.

[DarthPuma]

Apologies to Hank and HeavyD, I traded my PS3 copy of SCIV towards my existing pre-order for SFIV (PS3).

I'll only owe about $13-14 bucks day of release, which makes me happy. Working two jobs is squeaking me by. If I have to trade in stuff I won't have the time to finish (don't care to keep) to pay for SFIV (which I'll play forever), I'll go do that.

I traded mine towards a new xbox. I'm blowing through MGS4 this week (I'm at the very start *shudders*) so I can trade it in for SF4.

[PhrostByte]

All of the amazon orders are dated the 25th, because by some retarded happening the release date in their system says that, and they think they'll be punished if they ship it earlier.

Edit: How much did you get for SCIV? I was thinking about it, provided it isn't highway robbery.

So, is this how amazon does pre-orders? You think maybe I'll get it before the 25th?

[asianxcore]

Edit: How much did you get for SCIV? I was thinking about it, provided it isn't highway robbery.

Robbery. It's GS/EB of course! They extended their SFIV pre-order trade in, so you get another 20% if you put your trades to an SFIV reserve. Didn't have the time or patience to throw that shit on Ebay, or else I would've done that.

Enjoy MGS4 Puma!

[DarthPuma]

I will. I've been needing to get off (on?) my ass and play it sents June. I was listening to rebel.fm today and they were talking about it, got me interested in playing it again.

If I order my LL stuff today will it be here by next week?

[hankmecrankme]

Apologies to Hank and HeavyD, I traded my PS3 copy of SCIV towards my existing pre-order for SFIV (PS3).

I'll only owe about $13-14 bucks day of release, which makes me happy. Working two jobs is squeaking me by. If I have to trade in stuff I won't have the time to finish (don't care to keep) to pay for SFIV (which I'll play forever), I'll go do that.
Oh, it's cool. I'd trade some things in too, but I really don't have anything worth trading in to GS, even with their 20% bonus.

Right now, I'd be happy with one regular job. :cry:

All of the amazon orders are dated the 25th, because by some retarded happening the release date in their system says that, and they think they'll be punished if they ship it earlier.

Edit: How much did you get for SCIV? I was thinking about it, provided it isn't highway robbery.
Yep, Amazon has me by the balls. I want that TE stick badly. I'll just have to wait.

[heavyd853]

So, is this how amazon does pre-orders? You think maybe I'll get it before the 25th?

Hopefully, I'm not familiar with how they normally handle something like this though.

[jer7583]

I love my homemade stick!

And I still suck vs ryu and vega.

[Nelo Ice]

someone on gaf just posted this Hello from Amazon.com.

I apologize for any inconvenience this causes regarding the shipping of this
item, but at this time "Sony PS3 Street Fighter IV FightStick Tournament
Edition" is unavailable to us and we're not sure if we'll be able to obtain it
in the future.

It is our policy to notify customers whenever such delays occur, and I sincerely
apologize that you were not notified in this case.

Further, if you are in urgent need of this item I would suggest you to please
cancel the order and purchase at your local store.

Please know that the availability and shipping time frames listed on our web
site are estimates, not guarantees. While we do our best to adhere to these
estimates, our inventory is constantly changing based on information we receive
directly from our suppliers.

Occasionally, unexpected fluctuations in supply will add time to our original
availability estimate. I do understand that such changes can be frustrating for
you. Please accept my most sincere apologies for this inconvenience. This item is currently not available and we're not sure when will
this item will be available.

I am truly sorry that we were not able to fulfill your expectations for this
level of service. I hope that you will give us another opportunity to prove the
quality of our service to you.

Thank you for shopping at Amazon.com.if thats the case then im either gonna hope theres extra SE sticks around or just pick up a fightpad since this is probably the case for 360 as well :hot:

[Mr. Beef]

Well I'll be damned.

[heavyd853]

Yeah, hopefully this doesn't happen for all amazon orders, especially since I made mine in November. -_-


I don't even care if it comes late, I just want it to come at all.

Besides, a few days isn't big in the long run.

[BustaUppa]

No fry's here either.

Someone said LL will refund you if your shipping is cheaper than what you pay. Is that true? I don't see a bat top and gate costing 5 bucks to ship and that's all that's holding me back on my order.I can also vouch for Lizard Lick being cool with the shipping. I placed my order and thought nothing of it... a few days later I got a PayPal email saying that I had received a partial refund for shipping. Apparently they do this whenever the actual shipping charge is less than the "estimate" you get at checkout. Good on them!

[xGunCrazyx]

someone on gaf just posted this if thats the case then im either gonna hope theres extra SE sticks around or just pick up a fightpad since this is probably the case for 360 as well :hot:

well fuck...
I ordered mine about a day or so before they removed the pre-orders
I'm gonna be really pissed off if I get one of these too lol
Hopefully it's only for PS3 stick pre-orders :-P

[xGunCrazyx]

http://img14.imageshack.us/img14/3372/sfrender3zv6.jpg

Double post ftw

[gunm]

Is that a figure/toy?

[RelentlessRolento]

no it's from here:

http://www.gameartisans.org/forums/showthread.php?t=7095

plus this is hot also:

http://cache.gawker.com/assets/images/kotaku/2009/02/sfrender2.jpg

[asianxcore]

Blanka reminds me of Quasimodo :)

So I made a random purchase (with extra credit) today while putting down more credit towards my copy of SFIV.

http://img294.imageshack.us/img294/8001/133895egv5.jpg

Funny thing is I hear it runs better than the PS2 version (load times, etc). It was an easier decision now that I have two Joybox converters and no KOF 98' DM.

I know KOF 98' UM is coming out soon in the U.S and I'm hoping for a big price drop on the JPN version eventually. Oh well....I miss playing KOF 98' DM

[heavyd853]

Is it just me or is the video strangely erotic?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OVNbMXzVn3U&feature=related


Also, that ls 64 is huge!!! What the hell is it used for?

[gunm]

Boy, am I rusty at SFIIT. Plus, I forgot how to play against Akuma. >_<

[Mr. Beef]

Akuma's easy if you're Tony Hawk!

[MarkMan]

Well... i told some ppl this awhile ago, but whatever

SEGA's next game announced at AOU is not GG3....

whoever thinks guilty gear 3... youre already dead

[Strell]

Markman, I just want to say that the fightpad is straight awesome, you should be given more money by whoever your boss is, and if you are the big boss man, then you deserve a vacation somewhere surrounded by women and margaritas.

Blast fax kudos all around.

[Mr. Beef]

It's that Sonic/Iron Man/TMNT game I mentioned in the GGT, isn't it?

[FloodsAreUponUS]

Well... i told some ppl this awhile ago, but whatever

SEGA's next game announced at AOU is not GG3....

whoever thinks guilty gear 3... youre already dead

Yakuza 3 and Kenzan for US RELEASE!
Shenmue 3!

[Chacrana]

Well... i told some ppl this awhile ago, but whatever

SEGA's next game announced at AOU is not GG3....

whoever thinks guilty gear 3... youre already dead

OH SHIT! So they're finally announcing the sequel, eh? I can't wait. Hopefully it's not just a dressed up version of the first game.

[FloodsAreUponUS]

Fuck.

No Lobbies in SF4.

1v1.

WTF Capcom.

No Spectator Mode either.

[PhrostByte]

What?????????????

[FloodsAreUponUS]

I just read that on srk.

This is crazy after HDR.

[Jimbo Slice]

Fuck.

No Lobbies in SF4.

1v1.

WTF Capcom.

No Spectator Mode either.

For ranked?

[FloodsAreUponUS]

For ranked?

Not sure.

Still reading SRK to find out.

EDIT: Crisis Averted

[PhrostByte]

Not sure.

Still reading SRK to find out.

EDIT: Crisis Averted

*wipes tears and snot from face*

[FloodsAreUponUS]

WAIT

Crisis Established.

No Lobbies.

From GAF:


Edit: Ugh I think I fail the interpretation, it's either a quick match, or you create a Ranked or Player match.

I don't think you can spectate but I really didn't have a close look at the online. Damn this game looks and feels good.

I love the intro English music so catchy!

[kainzero]

any word on dissidia and whether it's good or not?

[FloodsAreUponUS]

dissidia is alright.

It plays kinda like the Budokai Tenkaichi games.

If you love Final Fantasy, It will give you a full blowjob.

[gunm]

Well... i told some ppl this awhile ago, but whatever

SEGA's next game announced at AOU is not GG3....

whoever thinks guilty gear 3... youre already dead

Man, I dunno about Sega...they are hurting financially, can they actually bring all the games they previously announced out to market?

[kainzero]

i don't love final fantasy =(

i just remembered playing two real decent people on HD yesterday, a boxer and a guile. so today i was like, let me look up top level ST vids to see how to deal with it. and the games were almost exactly like mine. dang. including missed DPs.

[FloodsAreUponUS]

Its a laughable fighting game and easy as hell to exploit.

Ehrgeiz 2.0

[Inf^Shini]

Rakugaki Showtime was da bomb

[BustaUppa]

How have "Boxer," "Claw," and "Dictator" been named in the Japanese version of SFIV?

[ninja dog]

Well... i told some ppl this awhile ago, but whatever

SEGA's next game announced at AOU is not GG3....

whoever thinks guilty gear 3... youre already dead


Nice Hokuto no Ken 2

[heavyd853]

Well, Joseph Joestar says that tooooooo!


JJBA!!!





Ok maybe not, but its still cool.

[RelentlessRolento]

:lol: this would make me more happy about HOME:

http://www.tumeroks.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/02/ryu-and-jin.png

http://www.tumeroks.com/street-fighter-iv-producer-wants-a-tekken-6-tie-up/

[heavyd853]

Hey, for all you who don't think lobbies are in SFIV

2nd shot down, 6 people

http://www.famitsu.com/game/news/1221887_1124.html

May be championship mode, but we'll see.

[distgfx]

Markman, I just want to say that the fightpad is straight awesome, you should be given more money by whoever your boss is, and if you are the big boss man, then you deserve a vacation somewhere surrounded by women and margaritas.

Blast fax kudos all around.

Ditto, just got mine today and after a few hours with it, I have to say it's probably the best damned controller I've ever used for a fighting game. Having used pads for fighters for years, I can openly admit this thing's worth every penny I paid for it.

[RelentlessRolento]

I say don't freak out. Just be patient and wait for release... it roughly a week away.

[ZerotypeX]

:lol: this would make me more happy about HOME:

http://www.tumeroks.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/02/ryu-and-jin.png

http://www.tumeroks.com/street-fighter-iv-producer-wants-a-tekken-6-tie-up/

As cool as it would be, I think it would be a totally mess. Both games play very differently.

[RelentlessRolento]

As cool as it would be, I think it would be a totally mess. Both games play very differently.

yeah, but it'd be a hot mess...

I'd still prefer to see VF vs Tekken though.

[asianxcore]

May be championship mode, but we'll see.

Either way, we'll eventually get it. I'm not sweatin'.

Sure it's annoying after SFHD's lobbies, but I'm getting SFIV on console so I'm happy. No more driving 2+ hours to play it and paying $5 for SJSU student parking for the day.

With SFIV releasing next week, part of me is hoping my 2nd job continues their cut on employee hours. More time to play SFIV :)

[ZerotypeX]

yeah, but it'd be a hot mess...

I'd still prefer to see VF vs Tekken though.

That combo would work better

[heavyd853]

Either way, we'll eventually get it. I'm not sweatin'.

Sure it's annoying after SFHD's lobbies, but I'm getting SFIV on console so I'm happy. No more driving 2+ hours to play it and paying $5 for SJSU student parking for the day.

With SFIV releasing next week, part of me is hoping my 2nd job continues their cut on employee hours. More time to play SFIV :)

I don't plan on sleeping from release day to like the 20th, I'm probably going to die or something.

[DarthPuma]

I sure as hell won't be getting ANY homework done next week.

[asianxcore]

I don't plan on sleeping from release day to like the 20th, I'm probably going to die or something.

You crazy son!

In all seriousness we need to get a list together of all the FG Thread foos and what system they are getting SFIV for.

[Chacrana]

Not getting SF IV.


k, I get SFIV for 360. And then PC when it come out.

[RelentlessRolento]

I sure as hell won't be getting ANY homework done next week.

I realize I'll be in the same boat >_<

I work that Wed with no classes so I'll show up for the early half of the day till noon then head home and play.

[hankmecrankme]

360 for me now, PC later. I need that TE stick before I can really play it. . .

Ultras on 360 pad = X_X

[gunm]

Damn, for $300+, I'd sell my TE stick...assuming I get it. >_<

Maybe I should've ordered a couple. :p

[SmallWind]

You crazy son!

In all seriousness we need to get a list together of all the FG Thread foos and what system they are getting SFIV for.I'll be getting both versions.

[gunm]

I'll be getting both versions.

Same here, unless DD fucks up my PS3 order. :p

[RelentlessRolento]

PS3 here... gotta get my home tems! HOME! GOTY!

[DarthPuma]

PS3 first, 360 when I get my stick dual modded.

[heavyd853]

I'll make it!

Me: Both, Ken, Viper, Fei
Smallwind: Both
gunm: Both!
Chac: 360
Hank: 360
axc: ps3?
Rolento: PS3
Puma: Ps3, 360 later, Ken, Viper
Busta: 360
Inf^Shini: ps3
suko: Both
refusedchaos: ps3, 360 later
Gigan: ps3, 360 later?

[BustaUppa]

360 for me. Might hold off on buying it until my stick is ready, cuz it would feel stupid to put up with the pad for like a week and then switch. May as well just wait a week or so and then really debut the game in style! Unless I end up going for a CE, in which case I'll pick it up ASAP (if that's even possible in my area at this point).

[Inf^Shini]

PS3 version all paid and ready to pick up :D

My semester ends tomorrow so its timed great for me

[suko_32]

Both.

And GG's option and beef. I really can't get into HD Remix today. Really out of it from being tired.

[RelentlessRolento]

I plan on PC when the PC version hits as well, so expect me there as well.

update on FGT film:

Looks like due to costume delays due to them being custom fitted/made in china, I have to shoot my film 2 weeks later, but that's good because I needed that time.

Due to needing to have a short film done in 2 weeks, I'll be making a short that coincides with the main film (ie. side story). The character will be JEKKI and about what he does when he's not fighting.

As soon as the JEKKI suit is made I'll post pics... it's the easiest to make, I only need to find the right sized box.


The ranger suits are kicking ass so far... I have the visors and suits good to go, and all I need now is white boots/socks and white gloves, so if anyone has links to well priced gloves (preferably long) that would be superb!

http://www.findcoolclothes.com/products/large_photos/longGloves.jpg

[DarthPuma]

Who is everyone maining with? Ken and Viper here.

[refusedchaos]

ps3 first...360 later when i get money =/

[RelentlessRolento]

Who is everyone maining with? Ken and Viper here.

for me?

New: Abel
Old: Dan or Fei