We discuss community responses to the Sindel combo ban debate and Tekken 8 DLC preferences. Mezza’s extensive playtime in the Granblue Fantasy Versus Rising Beta prompts discussion on its mechanics and aggression. EVO’s Tekken 8 showcase features insights on changes, character designs, and newcomer Reina, sparking discussion on her ties to Heihachi. We explore Omni-man’s impact on the meta and potential nerfs, and the Hinako Breakdown trailer’s release prompts discussions on her viability and comparisons to the KOF 2002 iteration. Other highlights include Rainbow 6 Siege’s Street Fighter 6 crossover skins, Nero’s UMVC3 mod, and speculation about Capcom’s unannounced title for March 2024.

Hosts

Andres Mirandes

Video gaming runs in his blood and competition plagues his mind. From the earliest days in the now extinct arcades, to the eSports competitive scene, he looks forward to the next game to test his skills. No stranger to rising salt levels.

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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