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We’ve been hearing about the pending release of this game for a while, so it’s great to see that King of Fighters XII finally get an official release date for both the PlayStation 3 and the Xbox 360. We were initially told that the fighting game would be ready for the summer, but now we know that the official release date is July 28. That’s only a few days away! [KOF12]
If you happen to be over at Comic-Con, you’ll have the opportunity to pick up some special edition Mad Catz Street Fighter IV tournament Fight Sticks with limited edition artwork. There are only going to be 500 units in all and they’ll sell for $179.99. The artwork is meant to mirror the scar on Sagat’s chest. FightPads will also be available for $49.99. [Crunchgear]
Speaking of Mad Catz fighting game controllers, you can get equivalent versions without the Street Fighter art too. Find them on Play-Asia for $150. [Gizmodo]
While we’re on the subject of Street Fighter IV, the PC version has hit the primetime and the modders have taken to it like a fat kid on candy. They’re creating custom costumes and swapping move sets at will. So confusing.
Want to take a path off the beaten path? From the same guys that brought us Guilty Gear comes BlazBlue: Calamity Trigger. The overall reviews have been reasonably positive, citing the terrific artwork and fast-paced gameplay, but the game isn’t without its faults. [Kotaku]
The Summer of Xbox Live Arcade kicked off earlier this week with ‘Splosion Man, but fighting game freaks will be able to get their fix early next week when Marvel vs. Capcom 2 launches on the Xbox 360’s XBLA. That’s for July 29. PlayStation 3 owners will have to wait a little to get their nostalgic tag-team action fix, since the game hits PSN on July 30th. [TechShout]
Midway has seen brighter days, but at least the near-bankrupt company is going to stay alive under the Warner Bros. banner. The movie studio has snatched up all rights to Mortal Kombat so that Midway can stay alive. On a related note, they’re making a third Mortal Kombat movie too. [Kotaku and Slashfilm]
Fighting Game News - 07/01/09
We’ve got a whole lot of news about fighting games coming down the chute, so let’s get down to it.
First off, we have this incredible Akuma statue from Katon Callaway. He measures about 12-inches tall, is filled with all sorts of raging demons, and will retail for $120 this September. [CobraCaptain]
Even though it doesn’t have the same kind of graphical prowess, Street Fighter IV for the Wii is still a distinct possibility. Several alterations will have to be made of course, but we’ll keep this within the realm of possibility. [SFB]
From the same people that brought you Guilty Gear, we’re looking forward to BlazBlue. This 2D fighter is being slated for release on the Sony PS3, but you’ll be able to use Remote Play on the PSP as well. [Kotaku]
In case you didn’t notice, Marvel vs. Capcom 2 didn’t make its expected arrival on PSN and Xbox Live this week. It shouldn’t be too long, however, as the new release date has it pushed into the month of July. In the meantime, we can also look forward to the upcoming Marvel vs. Capcom hip hop mixtape. Yes, you read that correctly. [Kotaku]
If you’re like me, then you were probably disappointed with the subdued violence in Mortal Kombat vs. DC Universe. Fear not. If Midway manages to find its way out of this whole bankruptcy fiasco, Mortal Kombat 9 will be much more violent. Bring back the gore! Bring back the decapitations! Bring back the gratuitous blood! [NewLaunches]
Tekken 6 may have been released in Japanese arcades in 2007, but it’s heading to home consoles this October 27. To coincide with the launch, you’ll be able to pick up the bundle depicted above for either the PlayStation 3 or Xbox 360. Unlike the Street Fighter IV bundle that came with a figurine, DVD, and music soundtrack, the Tekken 6 bundle will come with an artbook and a HORI Wireless FightStick. Arcade sticks are awesome! The bundle will be $150. [TechEBlog]
Also related to Tekken 6, we’ll see the arrival of Penny Arcade’s cardboard tube samurai as an alternate outfit for Yoshimitsu [1Up] and a new story-based campaign mode that has you killing kangaroos at will. [Kotaku]
Fighting Game News - 04/19/09
Marvel vs. Capcom 2 Coming to XBLA, PSN
There were rumors last year and now a handful of achievements have popped up that further confirm this development. Some of the Xbox Achievements are pretty typical, like winning a certain number of online matches, but there are also specific mentions of gaining some GamerScore points by forming teams themed around DarkStalkers or Avengers. (Source)
Street Fighter IV News Roundup
It’s coming this week and it’s going to be free. The highly anticipated Championship Mode DLC is coming on April 24th and it allows for on-screen display of input keys, the ability to download replays to the hard drive, and more. (Source)
Seeing Sagat consistently hit the top of the power rankings is one thing, but seeing it in action is another thing altogether. Wondering how Blanka stacks up against Abel? Chun-Li against Gouken? Go to Street Fighter Dojo, form any pairing of back alley combatants, and a range of YouTube videos with that each match will pop up. Pretty cool to learn some strategies, I think.
Build your own Street Fighter IV arcade cabinet for under $1500? Yes you can! Well, this guy did. He took a 32-inch Sony LCD, a PS3, and a pair of Mad Catz TE FightSicks, tossing them all into a pretty convincing cabinet. It’s the arcade Street Fighter experience in the comfort of your mom’s basement! (Souce)
Screenshots Galore: KOF XII and Tekken 6
Tekken 6 screenshots (some more here) and King of Fighters XII screenshots are springing up everywhere and fighting game fans couldn’t be more excited. These two titles couldn’t be more different, but they are both beautiful in their own unique ways.
And the Loose Ends
Midway’s going under. That much is clear, but what’s going to happen to Mortal Kombat? Almost all the money is gone, but at least three companies have expressed interest in buying Midway: Ubisoft, Warner Bros, and a private Chicago investor. I just hope they take MK back to 2D.
To finish off this massive roundup of fighting game news, sit back and watch the master do his worst in Street Fighter IV. Here’s legendary Japan Street Fighter champ Daigo in action:
