SFXT PC Update And CVS2 PS2 Port A Couple Of Months Off

Christian Svensson apologizes for the huge delay that PC Street Fighter X Tekken players. Details about the pricing point and release should be out by the end of the week. He says there should be some good news to share by then.

On other news, Svensson also commented on the likely release of Capcom vs. SNK 2 in the west. It has cleared some channels in emulation testing and should be out in a few months. Mind you that this is the emulated PlayStation 2 version for the PlayStation 3. It is not likely that the release will get any netplay, although one can hope.

You can check out their video archive for the entire interview after the jump.

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CVS2 : Ibaraki VIP "Tao" Invitationals

On my Youtube I have uploaded some videos of a recent Japanese invitational by Ibaraki featuring Tao. They decided that it would be quite interesting if he were to run him through every single high level CVS2 player in the Kansai reigon for fun. Going against the likes of Rai, Tsugunosuke, and RCK, there is much hilarity and opposition.

So go on over and watch some C-groove Kim action! Embedded video playlist after the jump!

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CVS2 : D44BAS Interview by Cross Counter

Chris Bahn of Cross Counter recently had an interview with the Legendary D44BAS. BAS was considered one of, if not the best, CvS2 players of all time. His ability to execute Roll Cancels without fail, great reading skills, and foresight has made him take 1st place in many tournaments including EVO, Stunfest, and Neo Amusement Space A-Cho Nationals.

The interview goes over many topics, including memories about CvS2 itself, views on the current competitive games, and how sponsorship are beginning to rear its head for fighting game players. So head on over to read the full article here.

CvS2 : Lottery Team Tournament

Be sure to check out my Youtube for some CvS2 from Japan. When you team people up, randomize who gets who, add on some troll team picks and you got some hilarious fights. So come check em out after the break.

Also, for those in the NorCal area, The MADE is throwing a tournament on Friday, January 11th 2013 in Oakland. The games include CvS2, SSFIV: AE2012, and possibly others. You can check out their Facebook Event Page and also the SRK thread for information. Come support them!

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CVS2 : More Kansai Ranbats/RedWhite Games

Be sure to check out my Youtube for some of Japan's own Ranbats and their team games. In their team games they feature some heavy hitters on both sides, pitting the likes of Rai, YSK, and SAW against favorites like Yane, Bouchan, and Kitsune. Playlist after the break.

If you guys have not already, please remember to check out the Southtown Arcade Ranbats that include CvS2 along with the lineups!

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Hideaki Itsuno teases at remake of CvS2 and Rival Schools

Hideaki Itsuno is the creator of Rival Schools as well as the Director for the hit classic Capcom vs SNK 2. In an interview with AnimeNewsNetwork, Itsuno was asked about the possibility of a new Rival Schools title, or perhaps a re-release on Xbox Live or PSN.

"I happen to have certain plans to do things like that. I don't know if it'll come to fruition, but it's on my agenda for sure."

Additionally, when asked about the much requested Capcom vs SNK 2 remake showing up on current consoles. He could only respond that

"Funny you should ask. I'm also planning some things there."

Although there is nothing concrete about it as of yet, this is a hopeful outset for people who love Rival Schools and Capcom vs SNK 2. Both games have had a huge demand for being ported to the Xbox360 and PS3. With the HD port of Darkstalkers it seems only fitting that these two games also get a chance at the spotlight to complete the great late 90s classiscs from Capcom. So heres to hoping that a proper version of the game will be released with good netplay!

CvS2 : Team Red White Games

Not enough CvS2 after the Southtown Ranbats are over...? Have no fear, there is plenty of more footage to be had in Japan! Today I am bringing you some footage of a Team Tournament with Team Bouchan going against Team Yane!

Both sides have big names and unique characters not limited to K-Maki, K-Raiden from Bea, and others! So be sure to check out my Youtube and to check out the preview after the break!

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CvS2 : Ibaraki VIP's Kansai Championships

Despite the lack of an online mode for CvS2 released for PSN, it is still quite exciting to see a release port of some sort. It is with hope that they will consider a release for the states even in its current state to avoid the issue of HDTVs and old CRTs. So cheers to that!

Other than that, you should check out my Youtube for some CvS2 play, featuring Dari with his god-like C-Rugal and Geese, and Rai with his awesome Mai (lol) as they battle it out with some of Japan's best at the Kansai Championships. Kansai is where its at in Japan. Playlist after the break.

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CvS2 : July Kansai Region Ranbats

While we have our own ranbats in NorCal, Japan has been throwing down their own ranbats for CvS2 as well! Kansai regularly throws ranbats for their hardcore CvS2 scene, and today there are many highlights for the player Rai, who uses his K Mai and Hibiki to extremely high levels. So check out the playlist after the break and for more CvS2 on my YouTube!

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CvS2 : 24 Man Japanese Tournament

So the Southtown Ranbats are back in season! If you haven't checked it out yet, go look up the replays on IPlayWinner's Youtube Channel!

Other than that, be sure to check out my own Youtube Channel for some CvS2! Japan recently held a 24 man tournament, and it features players who uses some unique teams, like Dari's C-Vice, and Chari's C-Rugal and C-Geese as well as C-Yun. Playlist after the break.

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CvS2: EVO2K12 Side Tournament Results

Sorry for the late update guys! I have been quite busy since coming back from EVO. Thanks to everyone who supported the side tournament at EVO, and for those tuning into the stream! There were some issues due to the situation at hand, but in the future I hope to improve and bring you better and better CvS2 footage!

There were some heavy hitters this year in the side tournament, with favorites like Gene Wong and VDO showing up. However out of the blue, Kindevu and Buktooth also decided to enter! You can check out the brackets here and the stream archive in this link.

Do note: In the bracket, due to Challonge's inability to update properly once a tournament as 'started', Sanchez is actually VDO in placement.

EVO2K12 Side Tournament Results:

1st -  Buktooth (N - Vice, Chun, Iori, Morrigan, Hibiki)
2nd - Gene Wong (A - Claw, Dictator, Blanka)
3rd -  VDO (P - Haohmaru, Zangief, Geese, Terry)

Again, thanks to everyone who gave supported and helped out with the Side Tournament, as well as tuning in. I deeply appreciate it all!

CvS2 : EVO 2K12 CvS2 Side Tournament + Nishinippori Footage

EVO is just this weekend! If you are attending, come over to the BYOC area where I will help host, and stream a CvS2 Side Tournament! Fridays will be casuals all day, while Saturday there will be a Tournament held during the afternoon. Come on over! Even if you don't want to participate in the tournament, I am more than happy to play with you during casuals!

Details are located here: CvS2 EVO 2K12 Side Tournament Thread
Twitter (for brackets/updates)
Stream Link

Other than that, I have uploaded more CvS2 Footage from Japan on my Youtube. Today features some footage from the Nishinippori tournament. Yane, GAO, and Izumi all make appearances, so check them out after the break!

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CvS2 : EVO 2K12 CvS2 Side Tournament & Kansai Ranbats

The Southtown Ranbat season is over(for now), but that doesn't mean there should be any stop watching more CvS2! I uploaded some videos on my Youtube Channel with some Japanese players gathering for a Ranbat held in Kansai every so often. There are some diverse teams this time around, including appearances of K-Chang, K-Boxer, and C-Hibiki. I do not have any of the names for this players unfortunately, but if you can help that would be great! Embed Playlist after the break.

If you are attending EVO this year, be sure to check out the BYOC area. I will be hosting a CvS2 Side Tournament along with some other NorCal CvS2 heads. So come on over and support this old classic, or at least to say hi and play some casuals. More information in this thread here. If you have any questions, let me know! I hope to see you all there!

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CvS2 : Encyclopedia Tsugunosuke Matches

Hey there everyone! Just giving you another set of CvS2 uploads on my Youtube Channel. So go on over and check out some top tier play from Yane, KOH, and others! I also have no idea why it is called "Encyclopedia Tsugunosuke Matches". I could be wrong in the translation but I find it pretty hilarious anyway. Embedded playlist after the break.

For those of you going to EVO, there will be a CvS2 side tournament that I am help hosting this year on Saturday of that weekend. So come on over and give a shout out..and maybe even play the game....*gasp!*

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CvS2 : D44BAS vs Bouchan Set

So, I have uploaded a set of matches between D44BAS and Bouchan on my Youtube Channel. Both of these players are very well known for being the best players at their respective Grooves. Bouchan is a top K Groove player, who is considered to be among the best along the likes of Ino. While D44BAS needs no introduction if you follow CvS2 since its inception. He is one of the best A Groove players, and if not the best player, in the world winning many tournaments including EVO. Embedded Playlist and link after the break.

Speaking of EVO, if you are attending, then the Run It Back crew will be hosting a Side Tournament at the BYOC area on Saturday. So come on over and support this game!

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CvS2 : Tiger Raid Oddities

Yane has just recently uploaded a video about some...interesting oddities of Sagat's Tiger Raid. The initial test showed that a Level 3 Tiger Raid hits 7 times beating out Blanka's standing fierce. However following that, it shows the Tiger Raid hitting 6 times against Blanka's standing roundhouse.

This leads into the conclusion that certain moves that have a higher hitbox and smaller lower hurtbox, will actually make one hit of the Tiger Raid miss. This is pretty important to know because Sagat's Tiger Raid intially hits low first, and if he were to miss that low hit then you can beat out Level 1/2s due to their invincibilty frames running out. Similarly, an attack that has a fat hitbox hitting low without a hurtbox nearby will beat out Level 1/2 Tiger Raids.

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CvS2 : Nishinippori Tournament

Another Midweek upload for you guys, so head on over to my Youtube Channel to check them out! Today we have some footage of the Nishinippori Tournament held in Japan. It is a double elimination tournament featuring some old favorites like Yane, GAO, and Bea. Playlist and Embedded Video after the break.

Remember that if you are going to EVO, I will be there at the BYOC section with some of the Run It Back crew setting up some CvS2 action for you all. On Fridays there will be casuals while on Saturday there will be a Side Tournament being held. So come on over and partake in some CvS2 fun before you lose all your money at the slot machines!

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CvS2 : All C-Groove Tournament

How is it going everyone? Again are some midweek uploads, and this time it features a variety of players that participated in a tournament that states you can only use C Groove! Obviously hilarity ensues when certain players who don't normally play C Groove are forced to. I don't have any of the names on me however, but nevertheless check them out on my Youtube Channel! Playlist and Embedded Playlist after the break.

I have been contemplating on how to do my basic character run downs for newer people interested in the game. For instance, I have thought about making a super basic video for people starting out, as well as a written guide. This of course will slow things down a bit, but do rest assure that I haven't forgotten about that. Let me know what you think!

For those of you going to EVO 2012, I will be hosting a CvS2 Side Tournament on Saturday in the BYOC area along with the Run It Back crew! If you are attending please do at least swing on by and hopefully you know...participate in the side tournament as well!

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CvS2 : Red White Games

Some more upload of high level Japanese CvS2 for you guys today! It features a Ranbat that takes place for the Kansai region of Japan as well as Ibaraki VIP's Red White Games. The Red White games are usually a huge 2 team tournament with some of the best players around. This time it is Team Yane vs Team UWB featuring some prominent players like Bouchan, Chari, and YSK. So check them out on my Youtube channel! Playlist link and video after the break.

To those confused about the sequence of videos, Youtube has recently had a glitch at the beginning of May not letting me upload videos longer than 15 minutes despite letting me do so before that. So apologies, I will have to keep splitting videos into smaller chunks until they resolve this problem.

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CvS2 : Midweek Upload

Uploaded some more CvS2 footage from Japan on my Youtube today! Today features some diverse Groove choices from Izumi, Tsugunosuke, Yane's Haohmaru and other players! So be sure to check them out as they play in their reigonal Kansai Ranbats and Pools!

Don't forget to tune into TwitchTV or IPlayWinner this weekend for SSFIV, SFxT, UMvC3, KoFXIII and CvS2 action at Southtown Arcade's Season 4 Ranbats! Hope to see you guys there! 

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