[Teknopathetic]

"Think I saw Sarah as the Space Channel 5 chick. Or whatever that game is, never played it."

Yeah, Sarah has Ulala items.

[Augemitbutter]

what characters have customizations to look like characters from outside franchises? I saw that kage that looked like geese howard, for example.

i saw a brad that looked like joe higashi.

[Grifter]

ugh, tried to have a DLC pack ready for a hangout and the d/l took FOREVER on 360, then I guess I can't even pick costumes C through S w/o setting them up in the terminal as customs. thought those would just show up on character select.

[Deps]

I didn't realize you were a Gaffer when we played (DaPheenom).

Oh good stuff. We ran into each other a lot in ranked.

[grap3fruitman]

Any Sonic related items? I want to re-create Sonic the Fighters. =P

[Death Dealer]

Woo Hoo. I just beat "Lion_Rafale_" 3 out of 5. I've played him before and he creamed me.

He's only a raider and is about #1000 on the scoreboards based on ranking, but he's #25 on the list in battle points with around 2500.

One thing I don't get, how can someone have such high BP and not hold that high of a rank?

I guess just have a really good winning % ?

What actually determines your rank ? BP or just the number of matches you've won ?

Oh, can someone add me to the OP ?

PSN: LotusSapphire

[Teknopathetic]

"One thing I don't get, how can someone have such high BP and not hold that high of a rank?"

So far as I know, you don't actually lose BP. BP is just there to make people feel like they're still making progress even if they're not winning much. You either gain 4 points for a win or 1-2 for a loss.


"What actually determines your rank ? BP or just the number of matches you've won ?"

Rank is determined by a "Danisen" style system. You gain progress to the next rank depending on winning and losing. However, if it's anything like it was in VF5 + the arcade versions and tekken, once you reach a certain rank (usually past the "Dans" and into the named ranks, Hunter, Raider, etc.) you can actually be demoted from your rank if you lose too much. How much you lose or gain progress to the next rank is determined by how close your opponent's rank is.

[alstein]

Woo Hoo. I just beat "Lion_Rafale_" 3 out of 5. I've played him before and he creamed me. He's only a raider and is about #1000 on the scoreboards based on ranking, but he's #25 on the list in battle points with around 2500. One thing I don't get, how can someone have such high BP and not hold that high of a rank? I guess just have a really good winning % ? What actually determines your rank ? BP or just the number of matches you've won ? Oh, can someone add me to the OP ? PSN: LotusSapphire

It's a sign of someone who plays a lot, and hasn't tried to learned how to play.

General rule of thumb, if someone's score/matches is < 3, they probably aren't any good at ranked mode-style VF. (ranked VF and set play VF are two different animals entirely)


Just ran into one of my nuisances a few minutes ago. Was working on Jeff, played some player matches, ran into a Jacky who kept doing variations of the same thing- wasn't spamming any particular move, but he wouldn't do anything that would allow me to play in a non-boring way.

[Doomshine]

what characters have customizations to look like characters from outside franchises? I saw that kage that looked like geese howard, for example.

Goh can easily be made to look like Dragunov.

[Grifter]

Gotta try turning Akira to a gi-wearer from any game, hope there's a moppy blonde Ken look.

[Dreamer RD]

Cant unsee Xemnas from Kingdom Hearts 2 in Jacky's E custom outfit.




http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=17XsBFG-1ZE

[Daigoro]

i love Virtua Fighter. been having so much fun this time around.

it's nice to play actual humans for a change. :p

Someone on VFDC was saying up+guard triggers item poses, but that's unconfirmed.

it depends on the item.

try G with up, down, left or right. there may be more. those are the only ones ive done so far though.

I'm kind of feeling the same way. It's like I've hit a skill wall or something, where I'm no longer just mashing buttons, but the more I try to think of what I'm doing the less successful I am.

everyone learning goes through this. like everything its all about practice. if you're having fun, keep going. you will get over the hump.

[galvatron]

what characters have customizations to look like characters from outside franchises? I saw that kage that looked like geese howard, for example.

I think Jean can be every shoto minus Kushnood Butt.

He also has passable Iori and Kyo looks.

So far I like my Sean and Ryo outfits the best.

[KageMaru]

DF, covered VF5 for those that wanted to know about each system. They also touch on the ghosting found in the game:

http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/di...wdown-face-off

[Terareflection]

Cant unsee Xemnas from Kingdom Hearts 2 in Jacky's E custom outfit. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=17XsBFG-1ZE

That's pretty cool.

[panda21]

Oh wow i just tried Akira for the first time.. the changes are sooo good :D

[opticalmace]

Any Wolf players? I'm still travelling so I haven't picked this up yet, but I will in about a week.

Any major changes you've noticed to his playstyle? Good/bad/neutral? I know he's probably not a "top tier" kinda guy, but I find him way too fun to use. Also you could put a bear on his head in VF4:Evo, I think.

[hiro4]

Any Wolf players? I'm still travelling so I haven't picked this up yet, but I will in about a week. Any major changes you've noticed to his playstyle? Good/bad/neutral? I know he's probably not a "top tier" kinda guy, but I find him way too fun to use. Also you could put a bear on his head in VF4:Evo, I think.

Wolf player here.
Biggest change for me is that he is much slower now and his moves takes longer to execute.
I have to change my whole rhythm from 4 Evo.
Also his 46K+G move is gone :(

[opticalmace]

Wolf player here. Biggest change for me is that he is much slower now and his moves takes longer to execute. I have to change my whole rhythm from 4 Evo. Also his 46K+G move is gone :(

Slower? wtf. really. :|

I don't understand the convention. What is 46? I did know all of his moves in Evo and VF5, but I guess I never read about them.

[Terareflection]

Slower? wtf. really. :| I don't understand the convention. What is 46? I did know all of his moves in Evo and VF5, but I guess I never read about them.

Number pad notation.

4 = back
6 = forward etc.

[Grifter]

why are we using numeric convention in a game with held directions?

[Terareflection]

why are we using numeric convention in a game with held directions?

Because that's what VF players generally use? Honestly, I think fighting game players should understand both ways.

I am not too sure why other conventions work better with charge moves.

[Daigoro]

why are we using numeric convention in a game with held directions?

just think of the num pad on a pc. it works well.

[hiro4]

Slower? wtf. really. :| .

Yes I still love playing him.
Though I feel I have to change my offensive style to a more defensive and countering style.

[OceanBlue]

I am not too sure why other conventions work better with charge moves.

They shouldn't. [2]8K should be the easiest thing in the world. The only thing that's more inconvenient, in my opinion, is hcf/hcb and 41236/63214 but I've seen all of those enough to be used to them, I guess.

[soakrates]

I'll probably be playing on PSN or XBL at around 10pm Pacific if anyone wants to join.

Also, Daily Blowup: http://www.twitch.tv/iplaywinner

[Edgeward]

why are we using numeric convention in a game with held directions?

I always associate 3D and anime games with numpad notations. Plus it's faster for me to type them out.

[Oichi]

yay got to Defender on 360, now to do the same on PS3. :P

[Terareflection]

SousedLouse, I think we fought an incomplete match, sorry for the strange disconnect. If you want, we can start over.

I was the Lion, btw.

[Daigoro]

if anyone wants to get in a room tonight on 360 let me know.

gt: Daigoro

[BronsonLee]

Anybody in for some PSN player matches? Invite me~!

BronsonLeeK

[SousedLouse]

SousedLouse, I think we fought an incomplete match, sorry for the strange disconnect. If you want, we can start over. I was the Lion, btw.

I appreciate the offer, but I'm all burnt out on VF for today. Thanks for the match, though; you're the first Lion Player I've come across, so it was a learning experience for me.

[Malajax]

Anybody in for some PSN player matches? Invite me~! BronsonLeeK

I see you on Jaxel's stream. Great El Blaze play.

[Grifter]

is there a good shortcut for WR moves that's faster than low dashing?

[hikarutilmitt]

is there a good shortcut for WR moves that's faster than low dashing?

Not really. The whole point is that you're standing from a crouch. Crouch dashing is used for a lot of things, this is one of them.

[isamu]

The PS3 version of VF5 FS online seems like it's already becoming dead during late night hours(between 9:00-12:00). Maybe see like 1 or 2 rooms open. What's the deal with that?

[RoryDropkick]

Who wants in on a room? Psn rorydropkick, also we have VF Gaf text chat set up. Msg me!

[Shearie]

The PS3 version of VF5 FS online seems like it's already becoming dead during late night hours(between 9:00-12:00). Maybe see like 1 or 2 rooms open. What's the deal with that?

I can always get ranked matches on PS3 anytime so far. Player matches there are noticible dead times though. Only played a room match once since its not my thing.

[BronsonLee]

I see you on Jaxel's stream. Great El Blaze play.

Oh, I was on some stream? Neat!

Edit: RORY I'M COMING FOR YOUUUUU

[Kyouji]

Who wants in on a room? Psn rorydropkick, also we have VF Gaf text chat set up. Msg me!

Sorry Rory, I'm doing a long win streak License Challenge. I'll be there in a few.

[RoryDropkick]

Oh, I was on some stream? Neat! Edit: RORY I'M COMING FOR YOUUUUU

*lol* ggs, I'm not used to El Blaze players at all

[BronsonLee]

Hey, don't sweat it! Blaze is tough to handle.

Awww, DC...:(

Poopy. Sorry Kyouji :(

SINCE THEY AIN'T PLAYIN, BRING THE HEAT :p

[Kyouji]

Hmm, seems like I have a tenuous connection to Bronson. Sorry. =(

I'm in Montreal (and on wired), if that matters?

Blargh, that runaway game... I have much to learn about fighting it.

[RoryDropkick]

Hmm, seems like I have a tenuous connection to Bronson. Sorry. =(

Yikes... hopefully that clears up. You and your Eileen lol

[GekigangerV]

I'll probably be playing on PSN or XBL at around 10pm Pacific if anyone wants to join. Also, Daily Blowup: http://www.twitch.tv/iplaywinner

I think my Kage was on there today. I fought Haunts for sure and lost 0-3. It was a good experience though, but all day I have been messing up my 6+K+G cartwheel kick. I use it as a counter to wake up options so I back up a little bit, but I always get 4,6+K+G which is a knee that has no range on it.

I haven't seriously played on a stick for nearly a decade so maybe I need to switch back to pad, but the 360 controller is also busting my balls especially when it comes to Marvel. I am having problems getting the TFT command out which is weird since it is 4,6 which always comes out when I don't want it with the knee. Then there is also the fact that I am still fighting with 4 Evo muscle memory.

I also fought Zero-chan, but lost also due to the same problem with the knee. I had her 2-0 but she bounced back rather well regardless.

Shidosha also popped up on my ready list, but he didn't confirm the fight.

Overall, the online experience has been great. I've only had 3 sessions of about 15 matches each. Had two rage quitters so far and the people with lag have been far in between. However, when you do fight someone with lag it is truly a bummer. I am pleasantly surprised to see quite a few people with 500 matches under their belt already. I am sure it helps that a VF match can be blazing fast. I don't think I even had that many ranked matches in Vanilla MvC3 before I picked up Ultimate.

[BronsonLee]

You guys can play for a bit!

Seriously, you guys can take my spot for a bit, I don't want to hog it all :(

[beat]

Because that's what VF players generally use? Honestly, I think fighting game players should understand both ways.

Back in the day, VF2 & VF3 terminology was typically "f" or "d/f", not "6" or "3". Who changed to number pad notation, and whyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy?

[BronsonLee]

Blargh, that runaway game... I have much to learn about fighting it.

LUCHAMENTUM~! :p

It's the best way for me to use Blaze; it allows me to control spacing a bit, and I can still hurl out chinbreaker mixups if I can land em.

[Malajax]

Oh, I was on some stream? Neat! Edit: RORY I'M COMING FOR YOUUUUU

Yeah, http://www.twitch.tv/8wayrun

Currently, Teknopathic (MoodyShuffle) is cleaning up shop in the room. Room is open on ps3.

I'd watch some more, but I have to go to bed. Really fun watching him put in work though.

[BronsonLee]

Great games guys! This is tons of fun. Sorry about dipping in and out; I don't want to just trollerize people the whole time