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Classic AM2 fighting games now available on XBLA, PSN
Sega has announced that three classic coin-op arcade fighters develope dby AM2 are now available on Xbox Live Arcade and PlayStation Network for 400 Microsoft Points ($4.99/£3.69/€4.49) each. The fighters include Virtua Fighter 2, Fighting Vipers and Sonic the Fighters.
God of War: Ascension multiplayer trailer shows off violence
Posted: 13.12.2012 by JonahFalcon
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Sony Sonta Monica has released a new trailer showing off multiplayer in God of War: Ascension, and as usual for the series, the violence is over the top.
Killer Instinct trademark renewal denied to Microsoft
Posted: 04.12.2012 by JonahFalcon
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Microsoft has been denied a trademark renewal of Killer Instinct, Rare's 1994 coin-op fighting game that was released on the Super NES in 1995.
Deathstroke: The Terminator unveiled for Injustice: Gods Among Us
Posted: 29.11.2012 by JonahFalcon
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Slade Wilson, aka Deathstroke: The Terminator, is the latest fighter shown off by Warner Bros. Interactive for Mortal Kombat developer Netherrealms' DC Comics brawler Injustice: Gods Among Us.
Darkstalkers Resurrection to feature video upload and other tools
Posted: 23.11.2012 by JonahFalcon
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Developer Iron Galaxy is pulling out all the stops in its work on Dalkstalkers Resurrection, which is a HD remastering of the fighting game Night Warriors: Darkstalkers Revenge and Darkstalkers 3.
Three classic AM2 fighters hitting XBLA and PSN
Posted: 21.11.2012 by JonahFalcon
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Sega has announced that three classic coin-op arcade fighters from the 1990's will be hitting Xbox Live Arcade and PlayStation Network next week. Virtua Fighter 2, Sonic the Fighters and Fighting Vipers will be debuting on the console digital distribution.
Trademark for 'Fighters of Capcom' spotted
Posted: 20.11.2012 by Technet2k
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Publisher Capcom has trademarked a new name which looks to band together the mass of brawlers from their catalogue. The filed patent encompasses every type of media to do with the name.
'Fighters of Capcom' could be a special new spin-off series pairing their fighting stars off, or it could even be a comic series. Time will tell what they've in mind for their muscle bulging roster.
'Fighters of Capcom' could be a special new spin-off series pairing their fighting stars off, or it could even be a comic series. Time will tell what they've in mind for their muscle bulging roster.
Skullgirls PS3 getting "Slightly Different Edition" patch on 20th November
Posted: 18.11.2012 by JonahFalcon
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The PlayStation 3 version of Skullgirls will be getting a major patch on the 20th November. The update is large enough that it's being called the "Skullgirls: Slightly Different Edition" patch.
PlayStation All-Stars Battle Royale to receive free Kat and Emmett DLC
Posted: 15.11.2012 by Nakerman
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Santa Monica Studios aren't wasting time with PlayStation Al-Stars Battle Royale. In the wake of the game going gold, the developer has announced two free DLC characters for players to enjoy.
Fist of the North Star: Ken's Rage 2 hitting Europe on 1st February 2013
Posted: 14.11.2012 by JonahFalcon
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Gematsu has announced that Tecmo Koei will be launching beat'em up title Fist of the North Star: Ken’s Rage 2 in Europe on the 1st February 2013 for the Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3.
Vergil's Downfall DLC announced for DmC: Devil May Cry
Posted: 12.11.2012 by JonahFalcon
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Capcom has announced the first downloadable content pack for their upcoming reboot DmC: Devil May Cry. The DLC tells the tale of Dante's twin brother Vergil, which will allow gamers to play him as an alternate character. It will also include new weapons, combos, enemies, and locations.
PlayStation All-Stars Battle Royale goes gold
Posted: 08.11.2012 by JonahFalcon
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Sony has announced that their flagship beat'em up, PlayStation All-Stars Battle Royale, has gone gold as is on target for its 20th November release date in North America; it launches on the 23rd November in Europe.
Capcom release notes for Street Fighter x Tekken Version 2013
Posted: 25.10.2012 by Technet2k
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The big jumbo tweak that is Version 2013 for Street Fighter x Tekken has been detailed by Capcom as they release the changelog. Whilst some are just aesthetic, others are more nerd specific.
There's an avalanche of character tweakings from the amount of damage done to frame reductions. This Version 2013 update is entirely free from Capcom. It's a system change KO.
There's an avalanche of character tweakings from the amount of damage done to frame reductions. This Version 2013 update is entirely free from Capcom. It's a system change KO.
PlayStation All-Stars Battle Royale beta this week for PS Plus subscribers
Posted: 15.10.2012 by Technet2k
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Sony has announced that PlayStation Plus users will get to try out PlayStation All-Stars Battle Royale first-hand this week as they launch its beta. Those of the Plus group begin October 17th.
The beta extends to everyone October 24th through the new PlayStation Store. If you've got a PS Vita then multiplayer beta begins tomorrow - no Plus sub required. Sony list restrictions.
The beta extends to everyone October 24th through the new PlayStation Store. If you've got a PS Vita then multiplayer beta begins tomorrow - no Plus sub required. Sony list restrictions.
NY Comic Con 2012: Green Arrow debuts for Injustice: Gods Among Us
Posted: 12.10.2012 by JonahFalcon
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Warner Bros. Interactive unveiled a new playable character at New York Comic Con for the Netherrealms fighting title Injustice: Gods Among Us, the Green Arrow.
NY Comic Con 2012: Darkstalkers Resurrection announced
Posted: 12.10.2012 by JonahFalcon
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Strategy Informer was at NY Comic Con 2012 at the Javits Center in New York City today, where Capcom revealed Darkstalkers Resurrection, a bundle for Xbox Live Arcade and PlayStation Network that will be released sometime in 2013.
Free Tekken Tag Tournament 2 update adds new content
Posted: 10.10.2012 by JonahFalcon
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Namco has announced that there is a new update for Tekken Tag Tournament 2, which will add some free content to the game, including three additional characters and four new stages.
SuperBot: Crash "not owned by Sony," deal needed for All-Stars Battle Royale
Posted: 09.10.2012 by Technet2k
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A notable character of mischief is missing from the PlayStation All-Stars Battle Royale from developer SuperBot Entertainment. Crash of Crash Bandicoot fame isn't in the line-up.
This isn't for lack of love for Crash. The studio knows the fans want him, but the trouble lies with IP ownership. SuperBot "very interested" in Crash making the cut but a deal has to be brokered.
This isn't for lack of love for Crash. The studio knows the fans want him, but the trouble lies with IP ownership. SuperBot "very interested" in Crash making the cut but a deal has to be brokered.
Tecmo investigating online issues plaguing Dead or Alive 5
Posted: 02.10.2012 by JonahFalcon
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Tecmo has acknowledged the online issues plaguing Dead or Alive 5 on the companies official Facebook page. The game is suffering freezing and lag, among other online problems.
Marvel vs Capcom: Origins feedback wanted
Posted: 02.10.2012 by Nakerman
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Marvel vs Capcom: Origins producer Derek Neal has asked fans to get in touch with their honest opinion of the game. In a post on Capcom Unity, Neal indicated the team want to know exactly how players feel.
Posted: 17.12.2012 by JonahFalcon
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