I would say, I've used my VF experience to learn DoA. And even, Vice-Versa. I've never owned an XB, and only played 2. So, I've played more VFs than DoA, but didn't really take it seriously until VF5. Unfortunately, I don't have my VF main in DoA. (Eileen), the games go hand in hand, but only in a 3D aspect, and control scheme. I'd say, I like how they handled the VFers in DoA. Aside from certain cancels and move removals (Different systems though, so, not complaining) They are more fancy in DoA, (Akira is kind of the same but Pai cannot perform alot of basic variations of combos but that forces you to play better) VF & DoA teaming up was a great idea for 2 companies that aren't popular/or given enough credit as other FGs. As of recently, the 2 series, are something fans can be proud of more so than other time in history. VF is attracting new comers, now. DoA is no longer soley, a fan-serviced, hold driven, masher (Excuse the term). DoA has gotten more technical.