The official Virtua Fighter 5: Final Showdown thread

[CyberEvil]

Starting to figure this out now that I've gotten all of the achievements. I kind of hate achievements in fighting games because I spend my first few days with any new fighter trying to unlock them all...

Counter-productive.

Anyway, I'm using Kage and finally have worked out how to use him without feeling like a tank. Going for his Izuna Otoshi is still sometimes resulting in me sidestepping but I'm getting there. My first VF with a stick on a console so there's a learning curve.

 

[TRI Mike]

Got it for Xbox 360 and downloading the items. PS3 is still on downloading progress.

I'm really digging the new moves on Eileen and Aoi, I was too used to their version C... versions. lol

Xbox Live: TRI Mike
PSN: Abuelo_RPG

Add me.

 

[FakeSypha]

I just sent you a FR on XBL, Mike.

 

[Allan Paris]

After watching a few fights on Gills stream, tonight. It seems that I will be getting this game, very soon.

 

[TRI Mike]

Ok so I was trying to change the name of the thread to "Virtua Fighter 5: Final Showdown official thread" but couldn't. If it's possible for a mod or admin, I'd appreciate it.

Now, if anyone here finds any good combos with any character, post them here and I'll edit the original post with them so we can keep track of 'em. I got a couple short and easy-to-do with Eileen:

. The final punch can be tech rolled but if it lands, the combo deals 66 damage. For a guaranteed combo, juggle with and then if opponent doesn't tech roll.

. Last punch can be changed to to deal more damage if opponent doesn't tech roll.

. First kick is kinda slow for Eileen's standards so you gotta be careful, if opponent doesn't tech roll, follow it with for extra damage.

 

[grap3fruitman]

Holy shit, I was struggling so hard with just inputs on this game but I'm finally starting to get the hang of a few of Akira's moves. Someone in the Neogaf forum recommended that I try Jacky and I did but I didn't quite like him and I went back and forced myself to try and get a grip on Akira. There's something very satisfying about his moves hitting compared to other characters.

 

[DR2K]

Playing as Sarah. Plowing through 1st Dans with basic DOA and vanilla VF5 knowledge. Character customization is like crack. Online is so-so, but it's mostly good. Seriously get this game!

 

[RoboJoe]

Finally bought live and went online yesterday, 75 matches or so with Akira. Having quite a bit of trouble, winning only 1/3 of my matches. Learning the system, Akira, and stick at the same time is a little daunting, but I have no plans of switching characters or giving up.

Anyway, so far I've been winning my matches through heavy mindgames and liberal use of the bodycheck, but I need something more so I'm not just killing my opponents with jabs. The only combos I have so far are:

, , (I believe 48 dmg)

, , , (about 78 dmg, works on Akira and lighter)

 

[CyberEvil]

Anybody that wants to play, add me. I'm not very good yet but I play a lot of fighters competently and enjoy having friends who branch out.

 

[TRI Mike]

Holy shit, I was struggling so hard with just inputs on this game but I'm finally starting to get the hang of a few of Akira's moves. Someone in the Neogaf forum recommended that I try Jacky and I did but I didn't quite like him and I went back and forced myself to try and get a grip on Akira. There's something very satisfying about his moves hitting compared to other characters.

It's the sounds, Akira's strike make such badass sounds.

 

[grap3fruitman]

It's not just the sound though, you kinda "feel" the hit. Other characters' hits seem kind of weak in comparison. Though, I haven't tried everyone exactly. I "think" Jean's gave me a similar feeling and I'll probably pick him up as an alternate character once I get the hang of Akira some more.

 

[FakeSypha]

I've been playing with Vanessa and came up with a few basic combos. Not sure how weight classes are in this game, tho. I'm not knowledgeable of VF mechanics, so don't expect anything special.

From Defensive Style:
, (59 dmg, or 73 if the first kick is charged)
, (43 dmg)
, (47 dmg)
, (55 dmg)

From Offensive Style:
, (48 dmg)
, (65 dmg)
, (69 dmg)
, (50 dmg)
, (63 dmg)

Take this with a grain of salt.

Btw, dem takedown grapples. Fucking love this character.

 

[Gill Hustle]

I can't wait to use Sarah in DOA5 . . .

Nuff Said.

 

[TRI Mike]

Taka-Arashi is MUCH faster than I thought he would be. He's very good and somewhat easy-to-get-into. I recommend him.

 

[Allan Paris]

Getting hands put on me something fierce tonight. My mashing got me a couple wins; shoutout to Gill on that one, ha. This is such a solid game, I am having fun learning it.

 

[grap3fruitman]

I want in next time. I haven't stepped outside of sparring since I'm just trying to get the basics down but I'd like to get some actual matches in against some people.

 

[TRI Mike]

I got a bunch of wins online with Aoi and Eileen tonight. I'm a little disappointed that most people aren't thinking outside mashing with most characters but still a very solid and fun game. Everyone add me, Live: TRI Mike, PSN: Abuelo_RPG

El Blaze is AMAZING.

 

[Game Over]

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[CyberEvil]

Thought I was good. Still don't get anywhere near being competent at this game though. May give up haha. I don't have enough time to put into it and I should probably be practicing UMvC3, SFxT, and SCV for Evo anyway.

 

[Game Over]

Quite interesting to see how "humbling" VF is for players. lol

Getting hands put on me something fierce tonight. My mashing got me a couple wins; shoutout to Gill on that one, ha. This is such a solid game, I am having fun learning it.

Now, you're not gonna continue on long with the "mashing", right?