Tatsunoko vs. Capcom Producer Picks His Favorite Box Art

When Japanese games get ported for a U.S. release they usually go through a lot of changes. There are the obvious ones like text localization, along with some less obvious ones like fixing bugs, but there’s usually one that is obvious to the consumer right away – the box art. When the changes for the U.S. release of “Tatsunoko vs. Capcom: Cross Generation of Heroes” were announced it quickly became clear that the box art was going to have to change, simply based on the additions and subtractions to the roster, but the overall changes run a bit deeper than that. I recently had the opportunity to talk to the game’s producer, Ryota Niitsuma, about the box art differences between “Ultimate All-Stars” and “Cross Generation of Heroes,” and then had him pick his favorite … and you might be surprised by his selection. [Continue Reading]

Indie Brawl Well On The Way – Three Characters Ready To Fight

When you leave a variety of game developers alone with talented artists, great things can happen like “Chrono Trigger,” “Resident Evil,” and countless other titles can become the fruits of their labor. The “Super Smash Bros.” series is one of those titles, and since its release the biggest minds in the independent gaming community have come together to release their own collaborative fighting game, “Indie Brawl.” After a lot of strain to secure rights from established producers of acclaimed independent games (some that are even lined up for an eventual Wii release), a bare-bones framework, with three characters now fully made. The Golden Knight from “Bonesaw,” the main marine-equse character from the platformer “Aquaira,” and a worm from the realtime strategy hit heavily inspired by “Worms,” Liero. [Continue Reading]

E3 ‘09: Tekken 6 Developer Interview

It seems like the fighting game genre is going through a renaissance of sorts. Just about every classic fighting franchise has appeared on the current generation of consoles – “Street Fighter,” “Soul Calibur,” “Virtua Fighter,” and, by the end of the summer, Namco Bandai’s “Tekken” will join that list. Returning with 40 characters, online, and a co-op campaign mode, “Tekken 6″ is sure to make fans of the series extremely happy. Unit had a chance to stop by the Namco Bandai booth at E3 and see just how beautiful the new “Tekken” looked. While he was there he also go the scoop on just what to expect when the game hits store shelves. [Continue Reading]

E3 ‘09: King Of Fighters XII Interview With Ignition Entertainment

“King of Fighters” is back, and looking better than ever on the Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3. With 40 fighters, online gameplay, and system exclusive modes “KoFXII” is a shaping up as a solid package, courtesy of SNK and Ignition Entertainment. Fans of franchise will be very happy with the finished product when it hits stores this July. Check out what Unit was able to find out about the game while on the floor at this year’s E3, at Ignition’s booth. [Continue Reading]

New Tekken 6 “Power is Everything” Trailer

“Tekken 6″ can’t come soon enough. One of the greatest fighting franchises of all time is fast approaching with its sixth iteration, and the game is looking pretty sweet. Jin, Jun, Kuma, and – my personal favorite – Bryan, are all coming back with a vengeance, and it looks like all hell is going to break loose.

In the new trailer (after the jump) it appears as though Jin has all but succumbed to the devil gene, and looks completely badass after the transformation. While a full roster has not been released, there are a few new confirmed characters entering this year’s King of the Iron Fist tournament. You can get a look at new comers Leo, Bob Zafina and Miguel can all be seen in the trailer. Bob seems to be a Namco’s answer to Rufus from “Street Fighter 4.” [Continue Reading]

Street Fighter IV: Championship Edition Update

Capcom just sent us a lovely little email detailing some of the contents in the new update to “Street Fighter IV”; “Street Fighter IV – Championship Edition.” The name size increase in the title is geared towards “serious players”. I am puzzled by that statement because many would agree that those trial and challenge mode challenges aren’t meant for scrubs.  The new mode will expand the game by offering players the chance to compete in tournaments and to watch replays of the best tournament matches.  That’s awesome, now we can see worldwide beat downs and share it with friends. No word on how the sharing of said beat downs may occur though but expect to see rampant video postings of “look I can do this combo” and such on the internet.

I know what you’re saying, “damn, another add-on!”   Well fret not Wondering Warrior, it comes at no cost.  The Championship Mode update will be available for both PS3 and Xbox 360 owners on Friday, April 24 (times TBD) for free.  There will be 5 different grades of tournaments – “creating the right challenge for players of every skill level”.  You will score points for tournament wins, and as your total points grow you’ll get the chance to enter into bigger tournaments.

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Mortal Kombat vs DC Universe Review: Bloody Fun

At first glance, “Mortal Kombat vs. DC Universe” seems like it should have come out around 1998, to go head-to-head with the wildly popular “Marvel vs. Capcom” series, but, for whatever reason, it didn’t. Fast forward to today, and, through some wild twist of fate, or, possibly the will of the Elder Gods, 10 years after the game should have been released, gamers finally have the chance to kick Scorpion’s ass with Batman. On the plus side, waiting may have paid off; after a string of less-than-awesome “MK” games “MK vs. DC” may put the franchise back on track.

“Mortal Kombat vs. DC Universe” isn’t the best “MK” game ever released (that honor goes to “Mortal Kombat 2”), but there are some redeeming factors that might make fans that soured on the series years ago think twice about this iteration. A good deal of the game has been revamped, since “Armageddon” was released, taking full advantage of this generation of consoles. The controls, gameplay, graphics, and characters were all treated to a much-needed upgrade, and the improvements show over the course of the game. [Continue Reading]

Get Over Here! Over 8mins Of New Mk Vs. Dc Footage

Still think the upcoming MK vs. DC fighting game from Midway is gonna suck? Check out this video with over 8 mins of new footage showcasing some cool ass moves, destructible environments/clothing, brutalities,fatalities, and new combo system. Plus an explanation of just how much control you have over your character even while being grabbed or thrown! Midway has stated time and time again about how they’re going back to their roots with this latest iteration of Mk and it’s apparent from this video. Check it out below and peep the scene were old Bats gets burned by fan favorite Scorpion…GET OVER HERE!!!

2.o spent some time with the game at the event as well, check out his impressions.

*Update: STREET FIGHTER IV COMMERCIAL

UPDATE: the official trailer has been released, check it out below! I can say this game is starting to grow on me, especially with it’s online capabilities. Now, I have to hunt down a arcade stick!

SAN MATEO, CA – May 28, 2008 – Capcom®, a leading worldwide developer and publisher of video games, today announced that the first television commercial for Street Fighter® IV will debut during the CBS EliteXC Saturday Night Fights mixed martial arts (MMA) event. The EliteXC bout takes place on CBS on Saturday, May 31 at 9 PM EST. Immediately following the bout, the Street Fighter IV trailer will debut on the newly redesigned StreetFighter.com, along with the first chance for gamers to pre-order Street Fighter IV for the Xbox 360™ video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and PLAYSTATION®3 (PS3™) computer entertainment system exclusively through GamesStop.

Street Fighter 4:new Rufus and El Fuerte pics

Capcom has released some new images of Street Fighter 4, this time spot lighting two of the new characters, big bellied Rufus and lucha libre wrestler El Fuerte. Also, you can see two new stages, a jungle and a 50’s styled diner. In the bellow images, El Fuerte appears to have a move were he pulls out a frying pan? I guess they still have some comedic elements in this version as well. These pics are from the arcade version but I’m sure the ps3, pc, and x360 will be arcade perfect ports, and then some.

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