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gaming2 years ago

"Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising Review and Character Roster Revealed"

Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising is an enhanced re-release of the original game, featuring an overhauled combat system and rollback netcode. With a roster of 28 distinct characters and an accessible control scheme, the game is easy to learn but hard to master. The increased pace and new mechanics make for a more aggressive and satisfying gameplay experience. The online functionality is significantly improved, ensuring a healthier playerbase, and full crossplay is available. Despite the need to repurchase the game, Rising offers a gorgeous and enjoyable fighting game package.

gaming2 years ago

"The King of Fighters XIII Global Match: November Release Date Confirmed"

SNK has revealed the release date for The King of Fighters 13 Global Match, which will launch on PlayStation 4 and Nintendo Switch on November 16, 2023. The game features rollback netcode, an improved lobby system, and online functionality. SNK also announced a Deluxe Edition with a digital art book and soundtrack. The gameplay experience will remain mostly the same as the previous release, with no new characters or balance changes. The second Open Beta Test is still available until August 6, and SNK also released a teaser trailer for Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves and announced Duo Lon as the next DLC character for KOF15.

gaming2 years ago

"Tekken 8 Closed Network Test Set for Next Month, Registration Open"

Bandai Namco has announced a closed network test for Tekken 8, which will take place in July. The test will feature a 16 character roster and five stages, and players can sign up on Bandai Namco's website until June 27. Tekken 8 will support full crossplay and rollback netcode. The game was revealed during the PlayStation Showcase last September but currently lacks a release date.

gaming2 years ago

Masahiro Sakurai believes Super Smash Bros. isn't suited for online play.

Masahiro Sakurai, the creator of Super Smash Bros, stated that he doesn't think online play and Smash Bros are a good fit for each other, as the game is best experienced when played offline with friends. He also discussed the limitations of the game's netcode, which causes lag and synchronization issues. While other platform fighters have implemented rollback netcode, Smash Bros still relies on delay-based netcode. Sakurai's team tested a similar feature for Smash Ultimate but had to give it up. Despite this, players continue to ask for rollback netcode.

gaming2 years ago

Tekken 8 to have larger launch roster than Street Fighter 6, hints at beta.

Katsuhiro Harada, the producer of Tekken 8, has suggested that the game's launch roster will be larger than that of Street Fighter 6. He also confirmed that Tekken 8 will have rollback netcode and crossplay. Harada noted that creating 3D models for all the characters is a lot of work, but the team is trying to increase the number of launches. He also hinted at the possibility of a beta test for Tekken 8.

gaming2 years ago

"KoF15: New Characters, DLC Release Dates, and Free Trial Version Announced"

SNK's latest trailer reveals Goenitz as a new DLC fighter for King of Fighters 15, provides first in-game look at Sylvie Paula Paula and Kim Kaphwan, highlights rollback netcode for Samurai Shodown and King of Fighters 13, and announces an Open Beta Test for King of Fighters 15's crossplay feature in Spring 2023. Additionally, new key art for SNK's upcoming Fatal Fury/Garou game featuring Joe, Andy, and Terry Bogard has been shown off.