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[sixteen-bit]

They listened to jett and made it downloadable.

 

[danmaku]

Obligatory question: what makes VF so different from the other 3D fighting games? (not a troll question)

 

[twinturbo2]

So, between this and the XBLA port of Sonic CD, can we crown Sega the new kings of downloadable games?

 

[LiK]

So, between this and the XBLA port of Sonic CD, can we crown Sega the new kings of downloadable games?

Guardian Heroes

 

[sixteen-bit]

So, between this and the XBLA port of Sonic CD, can we crown Sega the new kings of downloadable games?

As long as Sonic CD isn't done by backbone.

 

[Rickenslacker]

So, between this and the XBLA port of Sonic CD, can we crown Sega the new kings of downloadable games?

I dunno, Treasure's kicking a lot of ass.

 

[twinturbo2]

Guardian Heroes

Forgot that one, sorry.

As long as Sonic CD isn't done by backbone.

Well, yeah, you have a good point there.

 

[Rlan]

Guardian Heroes

Published by Sega

Backbone really hasn't been that involved in Sega stuff for a while. The PSN ports were probably done by Backbone way back when. Sega Studios Shanghai did the ports of Sonic Adventure etc, wouldn't be surprised if they're doing the Sonic CD port now (though it does seem a whole lot more "low tech" than the previous ones.

Would be nice to see Sega try some NEW content instead of just ports, but that kind of blew up in their face before (Happy Tree Friends XBLA) and their Arcade ports seem to do okay (After Burner)

Sega Rally kind of tanked though, I expected more from that. It does seem that, for the majority of things, Sega are making the right moves in terms of developers MAKING this stuff (Actually getting Treasure to do GH, Sumo Digital doing Sega Rally)

 

[matmanx1]

Watching that announcement trailer made me all nostalgic for Virtua Fighter. I put hours into that game back on the Saturn and absolutely loved it. I've been way out of the loop on all things VF for years now but this could bring me back in, especially if the price is right.

Thank you, Sega!

 

[LiK]

Published by Sega

Backbone really hasn't been that involved in Sega stuff for a while. The PSN ports were probably done by Backbone way back when. Sega Studios Shanghai did the ports of Sonic Adventure etc, wouldn't be surprised if they're doing the Sonic CD port now (though it does seem a whole lot more "low tech" than the previous ones.

Would be nice to see Sega try some NEW content instead of just ports, but that kind of blew up in their face before (Happy Tree Friends XBLA) and their Arcade ports seem to do okay (After Burner)

Sega Rally kind of tanked though, I expected more from that. It does seem that, for the majority of things, Sega are making the right moves in terms of developers MAKING this stuff (Actually getting Treasure to do GH, Sumo Digital doing Sega Rally)

That's what I mean, GH > SCD and VF5, imo

 

[EteRnal PAL]

Better late than never. Sega must be prepping us for a stealth VF6 release at the end of 2012...

I wonder how big the file will be...

The 360 version was 3.4 GB in size so I would guess more than 4 but less than 5 GB.

 

[sixteen-bit]

The 360 version was 3.4 GB in size so I would guess more than 4 but less than 5 GB.

Probably not. I think this will be a barebones arcade port with versus mode and online play like Tekken Dark Ressurection for PSN. 2GB max.

I would be shocked if this has Quest mode.

 

[Sai]

And I just caved in and bought VF5 on Live's Markteplace because I didn't think this was coming. XD

Well, great news!

 

[Suzzopher]

Time to rock the old Kage Maru avatar.

 

[mattfabb]

Obligatory question: what makes VF so different from the other 3D fighting games? (not a troll question)

IMO, its evade system, and stepping in general, its far more rational and precise than any other 3D fighting game system.

In SC and TK, its not always clear what moves can be side-stepped. DOA doesent really allow evades.

 

[LiK]

And I just caved in and bought VF5 on Live's Markteplace because I didn't think this was coming. XD

Well, great news!

You have one year to practice!

 

[sixteen-bit]

And I just caved in and bought VF5 on Live's Markteplace because I didn't think this was coming. XD

Well, great news!

Your purchase pushed Sega over the edge in considering DD a viable distribution model for Final Showdown. THANK YOU!

 

[Deleted member 47027]

THERE IS A GOD!

 

[mattfabb]

Probably not. I think this will be a barebones arcade port with versus mode and online play like Tekken Dark Ressurection for PSN. 2GB max.

I would be shocked if this has Quest mode.

http://uk.gamespot.com/news/6330619/virtua-fighter-5-set-for-final-showdown

Finally, we are planning on delivering a large amount of downloadable items that will allow players to fully customize their favorite fighters.

GS: What will be included? Are we looking at standard console-version modes?

Sega: Virtua Fighter 5 Final Showdown will introduce a new single player mode. Besides online and single-console multiplayer, there will also be some modes that weren't seen in Virtua Fighter 5. We'll be talking about those in more detail in the future.

Be shocked.

 

[Souther]

Looking forward to crushing people with VF's and 3D fighters biggest badass...Goh!

 

[mattfabb]

http://blogs.sega.com/2011/08/23/se...wn-is-coming-to-consoles-and-is-pax-playable/

Virtua Fighter is at PAX!


We are bringing the ARCADE version to play all weekend long at the Seattle Gameworks! In a custom Lindbergh arcade station, straight from the Arcades of Japan (it still smells a bit smokey), we have Virtua Fighter 5: Final Showdown Ver. A on hand. This is the FIRST time to play the new version outside of Japan!

Starting August 26th at 11am, the Seattle Gameworks will have the stations set up, ready to play, with our own Patrick Riley to explain some of the finer points of the game to the uninitiated. Run, don’t walk, to Gameworks and we’ll see you at the show!

Gameworks Seattle
1511 7th Avenue
Seattle, WA 98101

August 26 – 11am – 8pm
August 27 – 11am – 5pm & 6pm – 9pm (during the SEGA PAX Event)*
August 28 – 11am – 8pm
* Gameworks will be closed for one hour while we prepare for the SEGA PAX Event that evening.

 

[Vespa]

:O

3rd Strike Online Edition and Final Showdown?!

TODAY IS A DAY THAT WILL LIVE IN FIGHTING GAME INFAMY!

Best day eva!

All those rumours over the years...came true!! lmao, better late then never.

CHARACTER SELECT OPTION IN POST MATCH MENU PLEASE!

 

[TetraxShards]

Hell yes. Day one.

 

[Sydle]

Wow, I wonder why they finally pushed this through. Good stuff.

So, between this and the XBLA port of Sonic CD, can we crown Sega the new kings of downloadable games?

If they remaster NiGHTS into Dreams, yes.

*Anytime I can dream, you are not far away...*

Would download day one.

 

[Mœbius]

On one hand this is the best news ever.

On the other hand... ahh what the hell.

<Grabs VSHG>

 

[Fersis]

Will buy for Goh.

Also in before : No spectator mode no buy!!!11!1!!

 

[xemumanic]

All I can say is....YAYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYY.

No really, you've made me very happy with this one, Sega.

 

[ThirtyPlus]

I say goddam!

 

[sixteen-bit]

Will buy for Goh.

Also in before : No spectator mode no buy!!!11!1!!

You play Goh Hinogami?

Best friends forever.

On one hand this is the best news ever.

On the other hand... ahh what the hell.

<Grabs VSHG>

I need to repair my VSHG for this occasion.

http://uk.gamespot.com/news/6330619/virtua-fighter-5-set-for-final-showdown

Be shocked.

That says nothing about Quest mode.

 

[ShaneB]

I played the heck out of Virtua Fighter 1 and 2 on my Saturn. I still remember how cool it was to have gotten the VF1 Remix disc.

Definitely lost touch with the franchise, but hearing this news is pretty cool. Would be a great step back into Virtua Fighter. Looking forward to this, a shame it's so far away though, seems odd, but as mentioned, at least it's coming!

 

[Takamura-San]

I wish the game played like the trailer

Also:

Bout time.

 

[MetatronM]

Definitive VF5 downloadable = fuck yeah!

Summer 2012 = the fuck?

 

[twinturbo2]

If they remaster NiGHTS into Dreams, yes.

*Anytime I can dream, you are not far away...*

Would download day one.

If they remaster Daytona USA, I'll forgive them for everything.

 

[StuBurns]

Next summer? Seriously?

It's awesome we're getting it, and it's great they're going DD not full retail, but that release date is a joke.

 

[sixteen-bit]

Definitive VF5 downloadable = fuck yeah!

Summer 2012 = the fuck?

Next summer? Seriously?

It's awesome we're getting it, and it's great they're going DD not full retail, but that release date is a joke.

I'm guessing one reason for the far-off release date is because of the popularity of the Arcade version. They're trying to make as much money as possible from that market before releasing it in homes.

 

[~Devil Trigger~]

You play Goh Hinogami?

Best friends forever.


I need to repair my VSHG for this occasion.


That says nothing about Quest mode.

I believe in Judo more than the theory of Evolution and Jesus combined.

 

[Cirruss]

OHMIGOD

Now i'm going to have to mod my 360/PC stick to be able to be used on PS3 :S

 

[Rlan]

Honestly surprised this is VF5 too. Honestly expected this:

I do still hope for XBLA ports of these one day:

 

[sixteen-bit]

If they remaster NiGHTS into Dreams, yes.

*Anytime I can dream, you are not far away...*

Would download day one.

Did you buy the Nights remaster on PS2? It's quite good.

 

[StuBurns]

I'm guessing one reason for the far-off release date is because of the popularity of the Arcade version. They're trying to make as much money as possible from that market before releasing it in homes.

I have no issue with the release date itself, or release window rather, I just wish they didn't tell us a year in advance. If SE pull this shit with Kim Swift's game this weekend GAF are going to witness a melt down from me that will rival foot shooting.

 

[geebee]

Best fucking news I've heard in a long time!

 

[levious]

Wait, isn't Virtua Fighter 5 a game from like 2007? Why is everyone excited about a 4-year old re-release? Shouldn't they just be working on Virtua Fighter 6 instead?

terrible

 

[Master Thespian]

I'll definitely be getting this, although I wish it was coming out now in this dead zone for 3D fighters (we haven't gotten one since 09). More than anything, I'm happy for all those tortured hardcore VF fans. virtuafighter.com was the most pathetic place the last couple years, understandably so.

 

[Vespa]

Gamespot: Since online is going to be incorporated, is there going to be spectator or tournament functionality?

Sega: Those modes will not be included.

Aww, no tournament function?! I'll live I suppose...T_T

I'd randomly like to mention that the netcode on VF5 is awesome! So hyped!

 

[ThirtyPlus]

Anyone got a tier list for the current version?

 

[Rlan]

BTW, here's the announcement trailer:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p_qjJ6eI1Og

 

[Wolfgunblood Garopa]

Wait, isn't Virtua Fighter 5 a game from like 2007? Why is everyone excited about a 4-year old re-release? Shouldn't they just be working on Virtua Fighter 6 instead?

This might not be the thread for you

 

[Tain]

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[alstein]

great news... except for the summer 2012 part... this should be early next year ideally...

Sega probably wants to place this so it has space to breathe, avoiding SC5 and SF vs TK. I understand the reasoning.

 

[geebee]

BTW, here's the announcement trailer:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p_qjJ6eI1Og

Awesome.. still hasnt set in that this is actually coming out.