Fresh off the EVO Awards, we talk our thoughts on the event. From the category selections and nominations to the most memorable exhibition matches and player performances, while also touching on areas we think could use some improvement next time around. We talk about the show’s announcements, including the reveal of new City of the Wolves characters. We also share our hands-on experience with Street Fighter 6’s latest addition, Mai, who dropped since our previous episode. We wrap things up by breaking down the Capcom Cup XI group assignments and offer our predictions on which competitors will advance to the next stage.

Hosts

Jeremiah Ward

Got his start gaming with his two cousins and brother at his aunts house. They had to always play in secret, but he fell in love with fighting games when he got his first taste of an arcade in Maryland. Now looks to grow the community.

Gabriel Medina

I've been playing video games for a while now. I enjoy racing games, RPGs, but spend most of my time with fighting games. My first goal was to get better than my brothers, but now I strive to be better than most while also teaching others.

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