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The debate is heating up: Who truly has the top tier title in Tekken 8? We dive into the brewing conflict between legends Arslan Ash and Holy Knee over the game's best character. Plus, we're not stopping there—we'll analyze the rising stars in other games, from Izumi's dominance in Under Night In-Birth II Sys:Celes and Lucy's surprising power in Guilty Gear Strive, to Ken's reign in City of the Wolves and the potential for Sagat's return in Street Fighter 6.
In esports news, we've got the inside scoop on the confusing launch of the Marvel Tokon Fighting Souls online beta, where seemingly no one got keys! We'll also get you ready for the upcoming 2XKO open beta starting September 9th.
And the beef isn't just about characters! We'll cover the hilarious and unexpected Tekken 8 rivalry brewing between musician T-Pain and top player NEYO.
In major industry-shaking news, we break down the shocking acquisition of the Evolution Championship Series (Evo) by the Saudi Arabian esports company Qiddiya and gather the community's immediate reaction.
Finally, we give a shoutout to a successful regional as we wrap up Cream City Convergence 2025.
It's a packed episode you won't want to miss! Like, subscribe, and hit the bell for all your FGC news.
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After a staggering nine-year development cycle, the long-awaited action RPG Lost Soul Aside has finally launched. We'll give you our first impressions of this ambitious title. In less welcome news, Sony is raising PS5 prices in the US, and we'll discuss what this means for consumers and the industry.
The drama continues as Ubisoft's CEO has been called to a French court over "systemic sexual misconduct" at the company, a story we'll follow closely. In a fascinating "what if" from gaming history, a new report reveals that Take-Two Interactive nearly saved the iconic Perfect Dark from Microsoft's vault years ago.
And of course, we can't have a show without checking in on the most anticipated game that isn't there: we've got a full Hollow Knight: Silksong news roundup
And a slight change in our show format, we'll be talking about some of the latest and greatest in the world of retro handhelds and handheld PC including the price of the Lenovo Legion Go Gen2. You won't believe how much they are charging for this thing...
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This week on Hollywolves, we’re diving into all the biggest pop culture and entertainment headlines! The live-action Zelda movie has finally found its Link and Zelda—but will they live up to the hype? Meanwhile, Nicki Minaj is back at it as Gag City’s mayor, going on another wild rant—this time targeting SZA and Doechii. Over in the MCU, Kevin Feige reveals that the shift to Doctor Doom was in motion before Jonathan Majors’ firing, plus more Marvel updates.
The entertainment world is reeling as Tyler Perry faces SA allegations and Diddy gets convicted—but only for prostitution, not the other awful things he’s accused of. In late-night news, The Late Show with Stephen Colbert gets canceled following a Trump lawsuit. We also break down the Ironheart series, react to the Mortal Kombat II movie trailer, review Megan 2.0, and discuss the recently released Superman 2025 film.
Tune in for all the drama, debates, and deep dives—only on Hollywolves!
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This week on The Rush Hour, we’re diving into the wildest gaming headlines that feel straight out of a corporate crime thriller! Sony faces a lawsuit from the Netherlands over unfair pricing, while Microsoft slashes jobs and cancels games—again. Meanwhile, crime sprees plague Nintendo as a thief swipes $10K worth of Switch games from libraries in Oakland, and 3K Switch 2 units vanish in Colorado. Oh, and Brazil is suing Nintendo over bricked consoles—because why not?
We’ll also break down Ubisoft’s nightmare EULA, check in on the #StopKillingGames movement, and discuss Capcom’s rumored RE9 course correction. Buckle up—this episode is pure gaming chaos!
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This week on FGCism, we break down the latest fighting game madness! Andy Bogard drops in City of the Wolves, while Ken Masters steals the show in a fiery new trailer. Plus, Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls is announced, and Invincible VS shocks with Thula & Rex Plosion trailers!
We also dive into Tricky Ballroom Royale, a Virtua Fighter-inspired event by Sajam Salm, and discuss the WB Games shakeup—what does it mean for NetherRealm Studios? Finally, we hit you with our Evo 2025 predictions (and a heavy dose of copium).
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This week on Hollywolves, we're diving deep into the biggest stories shaking up Hollywood and beyond:
We start with the tragic and shocking news about Jonathan Joss, the beloved voice of John Redcorn from King of the Hill, who was murdered in what his husband describes as a hate crime. We'll discuss the circumstances surrounding his death, his contributions to the upcoming King of the Hill revival, and the impact this loss has on the entertainment community.
Next, we're breaking down the DDG and Halle Bailey situation and the concerning allegations of abusive behavior that have fans talking. Plus, we'll explore Megan Thee Stallion's appearance at Houston's Dream Con - the Black-owned pop culture convention that celebrates anime, gaming, and comics culture.
Our crime corner covers the disturbing news about Tory Lanez being stabbed in prison, while we also dive into Kid Cudi's testimony in the ongoing Sean Combs trial and what it reveals about the music industry's darker side.
On the entertainment front, we're reviewing Karate Kid: Legends and Mission Impossible: Final Reckoning - are these franchises still delivering or should they hang up their boots? We'll also recap the highlights and controversies from the BET Awards.
We can't ignore the Nene Leakes interview controversy where transphobic comments toward TS Madison have sparked outrage across social media. Plus, we're discussing the new Steven Universe spinoff coming to Prime and what fans can expect.
Finally, we're diving into Sabrina Carpenter's new album cover that has everyone talking - is it artistic expression or controversy for clicks?
From tragic losses to industry drama, from blockbuster reviews to social media scandals - this episode covers it all. Grab your headphones and join us as we dissect Hollywood's wildest week.
Content Warning: This episode discusses violence, hate crimes, and sensitive topics related to the entertainment industry.
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The Rushdown crew is back with another week of gaming chaos, and boy, is it a mess. GTA VI just dropped its second trailer, and the internet is already dissecting every frame—will it actually hit that 2025 release date? Meanwhile, Palworld is in legal hell as a lawsuit forces the devs to remove gliding and ball-throwing mechanics (so… is it even Palworld anymore?).
Nintendo’s latest baffling decision? Switch voice chat now requires a phone number—because nothing says "fun online gaming" like giving Big N your digits. Over at Square Enix, things are dire: they’ve announced no new games until 2027, meaning we’re stuck with Final Fantasy XIV expansions and copium for years.
In corporate villainy news:
Tune in for the drama, deep dives, and dumb takes on another wild week in gaming! 🎮🔥
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This week on FGCism, we break down all the wildest moments from Combobreaker 2025—from the hype Hunter x Hunter: Nen Impact playtest to the unexpected MKXL revival stealing the show.
But it’s not all hype—SNK is in crisis mode after a brutal Vice article slams Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves, leading to Kenji Matsubara stepping down as CEO.
Meanwhile, Tekken 8’s Season 2 patch misses the mark, forcing the old dev team to return for damage control.
In other news:
Tune in for the hottest (and messiest) FGC news of the week! 🔥🎮
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The FGC has been in an uproar, and this episode of FGC-Ism pulls no punches. We break down Pakistan’s clean sweep over Korea at the latest Tekken 8 pro event — and why Arslan Ash’s victory speech stirred the pot. Meanwhile, Tekken 8 Season 2 changes sparked serious backlash from fans and pros worldwide.
We also dive into SNK’s bold move to add two actual people to the base roster of Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves, speculate on Elena’s return to Street Fighter 6 (and how Nintendo might be holding her hostage), and celebrate the biggest Virtua Fighter 5 Revo online tourney yet — backed by Sega and Maximilian Dood.
Finally, we ask the question: what’s next for NetherRealm Studios? With no announcements on the horizon, the silence is loud.
It’s all that and more on this week’s FGC-Ism — where we keep it real and frame-perfect.
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This week on Rushdown Radio, we take Nintendo, Ubisoft, and Sony to task in a news cycle that’s equal parts clownery and chaos. Doug Bowser finally responds to the backlash over Switch 2 pricing — but does it actually help? Ubisoft doubles down in court, insisting you don’t really own your games, and Bungie’s latest look at Marathon has folks wondering if it’s just Concord 2.0.
Meanwhile, Shuhei Yoshida throws shade at Nintendo for losing its identity… while Sony quietly hikes prices and rereleases The Last of Us (again). We also warn you about a fake Witcher 4 beta invite making the rounds, and point out the baffling fact that Breath of the Wild on Switch 2 doesn’t support cloud saves or include its paid DLC.
Oh — and Nintendo’s raising accessory prices while keeping preorders locked at MSRP. Because… why not?
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This week on Hollywolves, Matt and Michael unpack the wildest headlines and pop culture curveballs. From Sheryl Lee Ralph finally getting her flowers on the Walk of Fame to the highlights of Coachella 2025, nothing is off-limits. We recap C2E2 2025, react to the Immortal Legend Batman reveal, and break down that Fantastic Four: First Steps trailer. Plus: Netflix’s weird new show Pop The Balloon, the Daredevil: Born Again finale, and Devil May Cry’s stylish Netflix debut. We also get into Rachel Zegler’s latest round of backlash, a K-Pop scandal involving a slur, and Roman Reigns outs himself as a Trump supporter. Oh, and Hailee Steinfeld might be a little too into Michael B. Jordan during the Sinners press tour… 👀
Pop your earbuds in and join the chaos — it’s another stacked episode of Hollywolves!
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This week on Rushdown Radio, we’re diving into the biggest gaming industry shake-ups and controversies:
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The FGC has been wild this week, and we’re here to break it all down!
All this and more in this stacked episode of FGCism!
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This week on Hollywolves, we’re diving headfirst into one of the most chaotic weeks in entertainment!
All this and more in this jam-packed episode of Hollywolves! Stay tuned and let’s get into it! 🐺🔥
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This week, the gaming industry is going through some major shifts, and we’re here to break it all down!
With so many changes happening, what’s the future of gaming looking like? We break it all down in this jam-packed episode—tune in!
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The FGC is on fire this week, and we’re here to break it all down!
Guilty Gear Strive finally makes its way to the Switch—can it hold up? Meanwhile, Floyd is unexpectedly uniting the Mortal Kombat community.
Over in Street Fighter 6, Mai Shiranui has officially joined the roster, marking a huge crossover moment! But Capcom isn’t stopping there—they’ve promised even more content on the way. Virtua Fighter 5 Revo has dropped, and it’s bringing a major boost to the franchise.
In the drama department, the SonicFox vs. Perfect Legend feud refuses to die, escalating to new heights. Meanwhile, replay channels are getting weird with AI-generated intros featuring pro players—are they cool or just cringe?
SajamSlam is now official, with Sajam and Capcom teaming up for a fresh SF6 tournament series. But as some games thrive, others fall—MultiVersus is calling it quits after this season. What went wrong?
On the controversy side, Fem!Shep is catching heat just for being a woman with a pro sponsorship, and the conversation around gender in gaming is getting ugly again. Plus, the rise of right-wing conservatism in the FGC is making waves, with Infiltration aligning himself with the movement. What does this mean for the community moving forward?
All this and more in this week’s jam-packed episode—tune in!
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