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Toobin’ Controller? Super Hang-On Motorcyle? What isn’t Mad Catz Working On
Mad Catz, once known for concentrating more on quantity than quality, is turning over a new leaf, the company’s president told Kotaku. “Mad Catz used to do high-end quality, all of the controllers had rubber grips and all of those kinds of things and then in the early 2000s we became kind of became the…
By Brian Crecente Published January 8, 2010 -
Get Your Fists On Super Street Fighter IV At Vegas Preview Event
Those with a need/desire to get their hands on Super Street Fighter IV should pack their bags and head for Vegas, as Capcom will soon be hosting a public event/fight club for the game. The event will take place on January 7, at Planet Hollywood. All the game’s new characters will be playable, the catch…
By Luke Plunkett Published December 30, 2009 -
More Fancy Street Fighter Clothing
Triumvir, who last year brought us a range of snazzy Street Fighter clothing, are back for 2010 with a whole new line, again going with the “dress like a Shadaloo foot soldier” theme. In theory, you could outfit yourself head-to-toe in a Shadaloo uniform, as there are caps, beanies, shirts, jackets and even jeans on…
By Luke Plunkett Published December 24, 2009 -
Rumor: Four More Characters Coming to SSFIV [Updated]
Street Fighter enthusiasts began immediately picking through Famitsu’s live streaming demo of Super Street Fighter IV last week, and one site believes it’s found a bombshell: Four additional, unnanounced characters will be coming to the game. Update: But it is and it isn’t. Way back in September, a longtime Shoryuken forums contributor posted the names…
By Owen Good Published December 20, 2009 -
This Week In Video Game Comics
Street Fighter. WoW. In Comics form this week in the U.S. Click the thumbnails for more info on the new issues. World of Warcraft Special #1 (of 12) Written by Mike Costa. Drawn by Pop Mhan. Summary Via Publisher Wildstorm Entertainment: Kicking off a bold new direction for World of Warcraft comics! Algalon will be…
By Stephen Totilo Published December 16, 2009 -
The Many (Ultra-Close) Faces Of Video Games
Britain’s Ashley Browning is the man to thank for this series of minimalist, zoomed-in “portraits” of some of video gaming’s most recognisable faces. Some of them, you’ll just be looking at, but others, you can buy from Ashley’s online store, then wear them on your chest. [infinitecontinues, via Etsi]
By Luke Plunkett Published December 15, 2009 -
The Street Fighter Movie We Wish They’d Made
Here’s Street Fighter Alpha 2, as you’ve never seen it before: with actors (from a Japanese TV show), wires, obsessive attention to detail and an intro song they really needed to vet before letting the whole thing air. [via Capcom]
By Luke Plunkett Published December 2, 2009 -
Mommy, Where Do Video Game Toys Come From?
There are a lot of video game toys out there. We should know. But did you ever stop to wonder, amidst all the yearning and admiration for a hunk of painted vinyl, just where it came from? Toy importer Pop Culture Shock do, as they’ve published a gallery on Capcom’s site showing the factory in…
By Luke Plunkett Published November 18, 2009 -
And Now … the ‘NEStickle’
Reader Osama D’s French friend built him this fighting stick out of a Nintendo Entertainment System, before leaving for his home country for good. You know, when I say goodbye to folks, I usually just buy a card or something. Osama calls it The NEStickle (not to be confused with the NES emulator) because, well,…
By Owen Good Published November 8, 2009 -
Look Everybody, It’s A-Me, M Bison!
As drawn by Will Stopinski [Seen via Tiny Cartridge]
By Owen Good Published October 17, 2009 -
Street Fighter, Rendered in 15 Pixels
What? Don’t tell me you can’t see it, too? The U.K. games festival Gamecity recently commissioned this and two other works – iconic games animated with just 15 pixels. Explains Gamecity: This year we commissioned design collective the Alaskan Military School to produce an animation package to communicate the ethos of the event. We recently…
By Owen Good Published October 11, 2009 -
Tokyo’s Video Game Toys And Final Fantasy Jewelry, Of Course
The Tokyo Game Show hasn’t started here in Japan yet, so half of your Kotaku team has been left with time to visit toy stores. We found a horde of video game toys and at least one other curious thing. All photos from Kiddy Land, a toy store in Tokyo’s Harajuku district.
By Stephen Totilo Published September 21, 2009 -
News of a New Street Fighter Coming from Capcom?
After a certain number, a sequel is foregone conclusion. Rocky IV assured Rocky V. Jim Bob and Michelle Duggar’s 18th baby guaranteed a 19th. So an announcement of an announcement about a possible Street Fighter sequel is not stop-the-presses news. Still, the Japanese Street Fighter IV official blog promised last week that they’d speak about…
By Owen Good Published September 20, 2009 -
Capcom Babies Brought into a World of Swag
Seems Capcom USA (driving down the 101, San Mateo here we come … ) has seen an employee baby-havin’ boom lately. To properly indoctrinate the next generation, their offspring are romping around in Capcom-themed onesies with the drop-seat dumper flaps. Ha-POOP-en!!! Snow’s blog on Capcom-Unity showcased the six jumpers, ironed on with Dark Void, a…
By Owen Good Published September 18, 2009 -
Playing Games as a Form of Travel
In light of the fact this is a holiday weekend, here’s a lighter look at how video games are a context for our cultural experiences, and may one day be a substantial basis for them. Confronted with his ex-girlfriend’s rather facile reduction of two experiences – travel and video games -to somewhat common traits, writer…
By Owen Good Published September 5, 2009 -
This Week In Video Game Comics
Here’s a rundown of the new video game-based comics going on sale in comics shops in the U.S. this week, including Warcraft, Chun-Li and Sonic (always!). Click the thumbnails for more details. Sonic Universe #7 … Written by Ian Flynn. Drawn by Tracy Yardley. Summary Via Publisher Archie Comics: PART THREE OF THE EPIC “MOBIUS:…
By Stephen Totilo Published August 26, 2009 -
Details On The Monk: Diablo III’s Newly Revealed Street Fighter
The creators of Diablo III give us the lowdown on the newest character class for the game, the Monk – the street fighter character of the Diablo universe. According to Diablo III’s Jay Wilson, The Monk was inspired by pen-and-paper roleplaying games. They liked the idea of a fast and fragile melee character. He’s a…
By Mike Fahey Published August 21, 2009 -
Twice The Cammy, Twice The Thong
SOTA toys will in December be releasing two Cammy figures. Not one. Two. One in her original costume, one in her more “formal” uniform. They’ll be sold for $90 each if you want to buy them individually. And if you do, hey, that’s cool. We’re not judging. But as you can see, you might want…
By Luke Plunkett Published August 20, 2009 -
This Week In Video Game Comics
Here’s a rundown of the new video game-based comics going on sale in comics shops in the U.S. this week, including staples Street Fighter and Sonic. Plus… some Zelda that may bring back memories of the GameCube era. Click the thumbnails for more details. Street Fighter IV #3 (of 4)… Written by Ken Siu-Chong. Drawn…
By Stephen Totilo Published August 5, 2009