Persona 4

 

 

Ok, so i recently started playing Persona 4, and i must say that it is actually a very well thought out and entertaining game. It's developed by arc systems, so if you were a fan of their previous titles (blaze blue and guilty gear) you're in for a treat. It falls into the nich category of an anime fighting game, but it is still very accessible by the mainstream and is easy to pick up. I myself am very much still a beginner with this game, so there willbe more to come as i progress in skill in this game. But thats besides the point right now, starting as a rpg game, p4 arena still has many elements from its rpg beginnings. Firstly, it has status ailments that anyone familiar with any rpg would be familiar with.

Poision: Health reduces gradually over time

Charm: Opponent drains your sp meter

Silence: Not able to use system attacks or your persona

Stun: Restricted from normal movement; quick escape and mini-jump still available

Confusion: Movement controls from left to right are reversed

Fear: Can't tech throws and any attack received is a fatal counter

Emrage: Guard is no longer available, but you do 1.2X damage

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SSF4 A.E. 2012 List of character health and stun

Character	Stamina	Stun
Abel	1050	1050
Adon	950	1000
Akuma	850	850
Balrog	1050	1000
Blanka	1000	950
Cammy	950	950
Chun-Li	900	1050
Cody	1000	1050
C. Viper	900	950
Dan	1000	900
Dee Jay	1000	1000
Dhalsim	900	900
Dudley	1050	1050
E. Honda	1050	1100
El Fuerte	900	1000
Evil Ryu	850	850
Fei Long	1000	1050
Gen	900	900
Gouken	1000	1000
Guile	1000	900
Guy	1000	950
Hakan	1050	1100
Ibuki	900	950
Juri	950	950
Ken	1000	1000
Makoto	1000	1050
M. Bison	1000	950
Oni	950	950
Rose	950	1000
Rufus	1050	950
Ryu	1000	1000
Sagat	1050	1000
Sakura	950	1000
Seth	800	900
T. Hawk	1100	1100
Vega	1000	900
Yang	900	1000
Yun	900	1000
Zangief	1100	1100

NBA 2k13

The new version of NBa 2k13, which will be in stores this Oct. 2nd, looks to be the best in the series as of yet, and thats saying alot, as they set the bar pretty high last year, with the intricate my player mode as well as the improved association. However, after reading and watching a fe videos for the new version, I can say that it's going to be a blast to play. Produced by Hip Hop legend Jay-Z, this looks to be the first game in the 2k series that actually makes you feel like you're part of the game instead of just controlling a 3d-model. Some of the ne features it will include are :

• The Control Stick: For the first time ever, all dribble moves have been mapped to the right analog stick, as well as shooting, passing, and post moves. String together devastating crossovers and clutch shots for maximum control and effectiveness.
• Dynamic Shot Generator: Shots are now dynamically created on the fly, with all-new collision physics created in real-time.
• Signature Skills: Each player has unique abilities that can alter the course of a game. Players are modeled to impact the game in their own unique way, from Derrick Rose as a “Floor General” to Kevin Durant being “The Closer.” Learn to use each player’s unique ability and change the game on your terms.
• Revamped Passing System: Improved fast break passing gives players more control. Fire a bounce pass to a cutting teammate or go “Lob City” in transition.

So I can't wait to get my hands on it next month. I'll be sure to write up some helpful hints to help you guys out.

UMVC3 Dormmammu Guide

Dorm. hasnt changed much since his apperance in the series and that, in my opinion, is a very good thing. Of his few changes, the two that stick out the most are the facts that he can do an abc chain combo and that his flame carpet disappears when he is hit (which is a very big nerf if you were used to the near invincible flame carpet of the previous renditon). That being said, he is still a very fundamentally sound character that is good for both new and veteran players alike.

Playstyle: Dormmamu is a very versatile character that is comfortable both rushing down his opponent as well as zoning and playing a keep away game. He has a very good super-jump cancel that can be used to cross up your opponet or retreat. Also, most of his moves are special move cancelable sp they can nearly all be made safe. Ultimaely, when playing with dorm. the object of the match is to confuse your opponet and keep them guessing by using your many options and versatile moveset.

Team Chemistry: As a character, Dorm is best suited either second or third on your team depending on who else you are using. He needs a lot of meter (super bar) to be used effectivly, so it's always best to pair him with a good battery character on point that can gain it for him. Likwise, he does an ungodly amount of chip damage and couple with x-factor level 3 can mean the end for an opponent ho squandered their x-factor earlier in the game. Also, a character with a good keep away assist such as doom's hidden missles will greatly improve his chances in combat.

Noatable moves: crouching light (good poke) crouching heavy (fastest ground normal) standing medium (nullifies projectiles), forward heavy (good spacer and used for teleport mixups) launcher (stays out for a while and is very hard to punish when covered by an assist)

UMVC3 Wesker guide

 

Hey guys, as promised i'm back and in full force. In this installment of my blog, I will be writing a character guide for Albert Wesker. In the original mvc3, he was hailed as one of the if not the best character in the game, however, as time progressed and new technology was found out about the game, he quickly declined down the tier listings. He is still a solid A tier character but is nowhere near as effective and dominant as he was in the the original game.

Playstyle: Wesker is primarily a rush down character who relies on cross-up mixups and tich throws to pound his opponent into submission. he doesnt have an effective overhead and as such is more reliant on his teleport mixups. He also has a bit of zoning and a few effective counters making him more well rounded than some of his rushdown counterparts.

Team Chemistry:  Wesker is a very versatile character and can be used in all three positions, but is best at the point or second spot on a team. If he's on point, he benefits greatly from a horizontal assist that can help him cross up the opponent such as taskmasters arrows or Magneto's disruptor. At the second spot, he is best when using his samurai edge (gun shot) assist to otg a character and contine a character or to coordinate unblockables with an overhead attack.

Important Normals : crouching medium punch, gunshot (even though its a command normal), launcher (is hard to punish), crouching light.

I'm Back

Sorry I was gone for so long guys. I ended up taking a semester off from school and moving back to Houston. But anyway, my hiatus is over and i'll be back to talking about games in a few days. I've recently started playing Persona 4 arena and have a lot to say about it. Also, i've also started playing an online game called battle for Wesnoth. So hopefully you guys are still interested and i'll be posting regulary in no time. Thanks again, ttyl

Hiatus

Hey guys, just wanted to let you know that i'm currently moving to my new apartment before the semester starts, so I might not be posting as frequently as before. I should be done by mid August, so bear with me until then.