Double Tap – A Podcast for the Fighting Game Community

We start this week discussing Akuma's gameplay breakdown trailer for Street Fighter 6, and the Joker's arrival in Multiversus. The episode transitions into a discussion on the importance of attending local tournaments, offering tips on how to discover FGC events in your area and emphasizing the community aspect of these gatherings, alongside sharing personal stories and experiences

MK1 reveals Homelander & Ferra, DNF Duel reveals Nen Master, Combo Breaker has to decide whether or not to play on the Akuma patch, and we dive into the concept of character loyalty in fighting games, exploring why players remain dedicated to specific characters despite their competitive viability. Timestamps01:32 Poll Results: Which Announcement Won Evo Japan?02:57 Does Absenc

We're talking Evo Japan 2024! Discussing the event's production quality and cosplay highlights, and also reflecting on the memorable moments. We discuss announcements like Guilty Gear Strive's latest trailer featuring Slayer, Fatal Fury City of the Wolves introducing Marco Rodrigues (formerly known as Khushnood Butt), Tekken 8's Season 1 trailer showcasing Lidia and new features, a

We delve into EVO Japan's upcoming event, anticipating the competitors and announcements, with Street Fighter 6, Street Fighter 3 Third Strike, and other games. Additionally, we address the division among Tekken 8 players about the state of the game, examining the reasons behind their discourse and the recurring trend in fighting game franchises. In our Focus Attack, we tackle the

MK1 presented a Kombat Kast featuring Ermac, Movado Kameo, and updates to certain characters. We share our thoughts on Ermac's Fatality, new and returning moves, and Movado's Kameo Assist. Meanwhile, Multiversus showcased advancements in their rollback netcode, though concerns arose regarding perceived gameplay slowdowns during demonstrations. Additionally, Hitbox's new Licensing p

This week we discuss whether fighting games are hard, drawing upon insights from an interview with Harada, Tekken's producer. We explore various factors that contribute to the perceived difficulty of fighting games, including game mechanics, execution requirements, the mental and psychological aspects, and the learning curve associated with mastering these games. Throughout the epi

We analyze Tekken 8's Eddy Gordo trailer, focusing on his new hairstyle and moves. We share impressions of A.B.A in Guilty Gear Strive, discussing her strengths and weaknesses. Evo Japan registration numbers are examined, especially for the most popular games. In the Focus Attack segment, we discuss Guilty Gear Strive's development goals in light of recent developer statements and

This week we explore the conclusion of the Arc World Tour finals, analyzing the event's presentation and discuss the reception of the event, followed by a breakdown of tournament results and our favorite moments. We also cover the character announcements for Guilty Gear Strive and Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising, which include the trailers for ABA, Vane, and a teaser for the last c

This week we recap the Red Bull Kumite event in New York City, analyzing its format and standout performances before then exploring the gameplay trailer for Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves and predicting upcoming characters. In Guilty Gear Strive, we discuss the addition of Millia Rage's new move, Artemis, and speculate on the next character reveal at the ARC World Tour event. Final

This week we dive into Street Fighter 6's Akuma World Tour trailer and discuss his revamped appearance and potential gameplay changes. Additionally, we explore the return of MultiVersus with its new look and release date, analyzing community reactions and the decision to pull the game during early access. EVO's early registration leaderboards spark discussion, especially Street Fig