Killer Instinct [Archive]

Emperor Smeat

06-11-2013, 08:25 PM

Killer Instinct is a day-one digital-only release on Xbox One, and features -- get this -- one character. Jago is free to play on launch day. Everyone else -- unspecified returning characters as well as original fighters -- will cost money. Price is to-be-determined (of course). This is in fact a free to play game.

Double Helix clarified some of the earlier news about the game and stated the upgradeable demo was the source of the confusion.

The game will have both a normal retail release and a free-to-play version which is the demo that can be upgraded.

In particular a few rather important notes were made, the first thing mentioned was that there was a small misconception with the game being free-to-play. While the game is a launch title for the Xbox One, fans will be able to purchase the full game on it's release. There will also be a demo which comes with Jago as playable character where you can play all of the game's modes including online mutliplayer.

If you decided after playing the demo that you liked the game, you can selectively purchase packages which feature various characters.

The game will also come with 40 training missions to help players get used to the controls and KI style.

http://www.eventhubs.com/news/2013/jun/11/killer-instinct-free-play-was-misconception-glacius-be-fully-playable-evo-2013-and-40-training-lessons/

Kalyx triaD

06-11-2013, 08:27 PM

Alright, cool.

Emperor Smeat

06-12-2013, 03:54 PM

Based on early impressions and the move guide shown for the demo, Killer Instinct is getting the "Mortal Kombat" treatment for rebooting the controls.

Less focus on the traditional dial-a-combo string system and more towards a simpler button-based system.

Kalyx triaD

06-12-2013, 04:47 PM

That actually wouldn't be simpler.

#BROKEN Hasney

06-12-2013, 05:04 PM

How is that not free to play? Download part for free, then buy little packs in game for more content.

Kane Knight

06-12-2013, 06:40 PM

How is that not free to play? Download part for free, then buy little packs in game for more content.

The game will have both a normal retail release and a free-to-play version which is the demo that can be upgraded.

Where's the confusion?

Based on early impressions and the move guide shown for the demo, Killer Instinct is getting the "Mortal Kombat" treatment for rebooting the controls.

Less focus on the traditional dial-a-combo string system and more towards a simpler button-based system.

Will it ALSO copy Street Fighter?

Kalyx triaD

06-12-2013, 06:52 PM

Well the six button layout is back, three punches and three kicks. Their dash mechanic emulates SF 3rd Strike as they proudly admitted. I don't know if they're looking toward SF4 for anything other than a 2.5D presentation.

Kalyx triaD

06-13-2013, 07:42 PM

Kalyx triaD

07-16-2013, 01:18 AM

Drakul

07-16-2013, 04:20 AM

Apparantly, Madcatz were showing off a fightstick for the game or something, at EVO. They mentioned the Xbox One and got boo'd.

Kalyx triaD

07-17-2013, 12:00 AM

Yeah. Silly crowd.

Kalyx triaD

08-16-2013, 03:46 AM

#BROKEN Hasney

08-20-2013, 06:28 AM

Pricing Details:

“Killer Instinct” for Xbox One will be free to download with one free playable character available. Additional characters will be available for purchase starting at $4.99 / £3.99 / €4.99 each.

Players can also purchase special discounted character packages:

Combo Breaker Pack –– Save 50 percent instantly by purchasing the Combo Breaker pack,

Combo Breaker Pack Includes

- The first 8 characters (6 at launch, plus 2 characters before their official post-launch release) for $19.99 / £16.99 / €19.99.

Ultra Edition – The Ultra Edition delivers the best value for “Killer Instinct” fans. Available for $39.99 / £34.99 / €39.99,

The Ultra Edition includes:

- The first 8 characters (6 at launch, plus 2 characters before their official post-launch release)
- Character accessory packs
- Character costumes
- The original “Killer Instinct” arcade game

Only 8 characters and the original arcade only available in an overpriced £34.99 bundle? No thank you, sir.

Emperor Smeat

08-20-2013, 04:18 PM

From IGN:

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>Killer Instinct will launch with 6, 2 more will be added by March, and a season 2 pack will have 8 more chars by Christmas 2014</p>— Destin Legarie (@DestinLegarie) <a href="https://twitter.com/DestinLegarie/statuses/369902784210284544">August 20, 2013</a></blockquote>
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Kalyx triaD

08-20-2013, 04:20 PM

Seems like a good deal. It's a next gen fighter coming out cheaper than many current gen ones.

Emperor Smeat

08-22-2013, 11:59 PM

Microsoft creative director Adam Isgreen and producer Torin Rettig revealed a few more details about the game that will be sure to make fans of the first two games in the series quite pleased.

For starters, the original announcer Chris Sutherland will be selectable, in lieu of Killer Instinct's new announcer, for those wanting a slightly more authentic experience. In addition to his original lines, all of the game's new lines have been recorded by Sutherland and according to Isgreen: "for 18 years different, sounds exactly the same."

Additionally, classic costumes will be available for those not keen on the revised looks for some of their favorites. How these will be delivered was not revealed, but most likely will come as DLC, and hopefully part of the game's $40 "Ultra edition" that was announced during gamescom.

Lastly, Isgreen hinted that fans of the music from Killer Instinct and its sequel would not be let down. "For most of you who really love KI 1 and 2, the music of KI 1 and 2, we've got you covered."
http://www.destructoid.com/original-announcer-will-be-in-new-killer-instinct-260628.phtml

Blitz

08-23-2013, 12:15 AM

Only 8 characters and the original arcade only available in an overpriced £34.99 bundle? No thank you, sir.
$20 for the game dude. Not that awful.

Emperor Smeat

08-24-2013, 02:19 PM

Emperor Smeat

08-28-2013, 05:12 PM

According to Microsoft, the current plans for "Season 2" is to offer the same $20 and $40 option deal as well as consider having a "season" be made for every year of the Xbox One's lifespan.

(Ken) Lobb has now revealed that the plan is to release eight more characters in 2014 for the same price. ”You can pay $20 again and now you have 16 characters, or you pay $40 again and you’ll get the everything version,” he told Eurogamer.

The plan is to release these season packs every year for the life of Xbox One.
http://www.egmnow.com/articles/news/killer-instinct-season-2-planned-for-2014/

Kalyx triaD

08-28-2013, 09:42 PM

It'll go three years max before they move on to the sequel. Like hell they're gonna wallow on one game for an entire generation.

Emperor Smeat

09-20-2013, 05:17 PM

Kalyx triaD

09-20-2013, 05:20 PM

Before a certain time I didn't have 'mains', just characters I picked a lot because I liked their design as characters. I still do pick characters I like as characters, but now I do have mains that I play better than the rest of the roster. All's I'm saying; Orchid was one of those characters. Happy to see her new look.

Fignuts

09-22-2013, 04:30 AM

Hope Tusk is in for the simple fact that he had one of the most awesome stage themes in fighting game history.

Kalyx triaD

10-22-2013, 11:41 PM

http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y239/DopeyFish/en-INTL_L_Xbox_One_Killer_Instinct_FKF-00816_RM3_mnco_zps09f2620a.jpg~original

Orchid - best ass in fighting games. Possibly gaming in general.

alvarado52

10-23-2013, 01:09 AM

So thats the entire launch lineup?

WHERE THE FUCK IS FULGORE!?

Kalyx triaD

10-23-2013, 01:51 AM

Two more to be revealed.

Fignuts

10-23-2013, 03:22 AM

Fulgore is a definite I'd say.

weather vane

10-23-2013, 03:47 AM

COMBO

Kalyx triaD

10-31-2013, 05:18 PM

Orchid is awesome, totally my type of character.

Kalyx triaD

10-31-2013, 05:52 PM

Emperor Smeat

11-04-2013, 09:48 PM

Based on an accidental leak, Fulgore is currently expected to be the final fighter revealed for the initial or Season 1 roster.

http://www.destructoid.com/leaked-character-roster-outs-fulgore-for-killer-instinct-264923.phtml

alvarado52

11-06-2013, 04:25 PM

Apparently I'm getting a fully unlocked Killer Instinct courtesy of Microsoft. Wasn't sure if the email was legit but according to IGN it is.

Noyce (http://m.ign.com/articles/2013/11/06/microsoft-giving-away-free-killer-instinct-to-dedicated-users)

Kalyx triaD

11-07-2013, 12:48 AM

Yeah you get the full game for preordering X1. Good deal.

Emperor Smeat

11-08-2013, 05:16 PM

Arcade mode won't arrive until both Fulgore and Spinal are released, Dojo Mode is full of depth, and Survival Mode takes some inspiration from Mortal Kombat's Challenge Tower.

Our Arcade mode is going to come out when we've done the eight characters," Fornace said. "So it's not going to be at launch, at launch we're going to have six -- Orchid's the last -- and then we'll have two more following up post-launch."

For instance, an extensive practice mode called Dojo will be available for players looking to learn the ins and outs of the combat in Killer Instinct.

"We start out, we go through the basics, stuff you'll see in other fighting games like navigation, blocking, crouching, jumping, throws, specials, and then we go into Killer Instinct specific things, like combos; Ultras, which are the finishers, and Instinct Mode."

Interestingly enough, the Dojo mode will also display hit boxes, frame data, and other information such as damage output for the hardcore fighters. These features are rare, and it's a clear indication of the respect they have for the community by providing them.

The survival mode will also take advantage of Killer Points, in-game currency, to help you skip the harder matches or jump ahead a few matches.

"The way it works is you pick a difficulty and you go in, and you're basically playing a long chain, and after each match you regenerate health, but as you go on you generate less and less, and even if you do beginner difficulty, as you get to the higher numbers the CPU does start getting tougher, so you'll still hit a limit. You set your difficulty to where you're at -- so if you set it to Champion it'll start hard and get even worse."
http://www.destructoid.com/killer-instinct-s-survival-mode-will-be-ready-for-launch-265205.phtml

alvarado52

11-09-2013, 11:33 AM

Yeah you get the full game for preordering X1. Good deal.

I thought you only got the game but like one or two characters, with the rest having to be independently downloaded. They're offering me every character for free.

Kalyx triaD

11-09-2013, 04:47 PM

The 'demo+' thing comes with Jago only, then you can purchase characters from there.

Kalyx triaD

11-11-2013, 08:44 PM

Played this today. Smoother than it looks.

Kalyx triaD

11-18-2013, 04:10 AM

Few nights ago me, Khuntry, and a bud had a cool session exploring the game at the mall. This game is so sex. Very hype with more cerebral shit to consider than you think. I love it. I took the night with Orchid, but Khuntry had another go while I was at work and reportedly got will nasty with Thunder.

I messed with Sadira a bit. While she certainly seems like a character I'd use, I'm gonna stick with Orchid exclusively for the long haul.

#BROKEN Hasney

11-18-2013, 10:59 AM

Soundtrack is pretty faithful to the original, which is pretty awesome.

https://soundcloud.com/mickgordon/killer-instinct-2013-music-1

Kalyx triaD

11-18-2013, 11:42 AM

Nice.

Emperor Smeat

11-18-2013, 06:10 PM

Microsoft holding KI tournaments at their official stores on November 21.

On Thursday, November 21, six Microsoft Stores will host the Killer Instinct Ultra Fighter Tournament and if you're among the first 256 people in your city to register, you could ultimately win a trip for two to the store opening in Jacksonville, Florida to compete for a $25,000 prize package (featuring all Xbox One launch titles) on Friday.

University Village – Seattle, WA
Fashion Valley Mall – San Diego, CA
Park Meadows Mall – Lone Tree, CO
Houston Galleria – Houston, TX
Florida Mall – Orlando, FL
Burlington Mall – Burlington, MA

Registration opens at 6:00pm on Nov. 21, with tournaments starting two hours later. Winners will be announced before midnight.
http://www.destructoid.com/microsoft-stores-hosting-killer-instinct-tournaments-265910.phtml

Kalyx triaD

12-15-2013, 01:54 AM

KHUNTRY and myself make war, not love.

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Fignuts

12-15-2013, 03:59 AM

Should post some vids of me, you, and khuntry from sfxt. Some good matches in that last session.

Kalyx triaD

12-15-2013, 05:13 AM

I believe I have replays of that in SFxT's save. I could upload you two beating each other up.

Fignuts

12-15-2013, 05:40 AM

Yeah, even if it's just me and Khuntry's matches. We pulled out some nasty shit against one another.

Purgatory

12-15-2013, 09:28 PM

I noticed the size of this video. I take it there's a way around the 5 minute length limit, or did you use a Dazzle or something like that?

Purgatory

12-15-2013, 09:29 PM

I love those Ultra Combos and the Combo breakers.

Kalyx triaD

12-15-2013, 10:46 PM

I noticed the size of this video. I take it there's a way around the 5 minute length limit, or did you use a Dazzle or something like that?

I think YT lifted the 5min limit some time ago, it gave me no grief for the upload length.

Kalyx triaD

12-15-2013, 10:47 PM

I love those Ultra Combos and the Combo breakers.

Also peep the Counter Breakers and Shadow Counters. This game turns combos into a very cerebral event.

Purgatory

12-16-2013, 12:14 AM

Oh good, that 5 minute limit was worrying me. I'm getting an XBox One in February.

I love everything I see about Killer Instinct so far. The exaggerated "ULTRAAAAA" for the combos above 90 or so hits is great, along with the the way they go along with the music.

Kalyx triaD

12-16-2013, 12:48 AM

Yeah the dynamic music is great.

Fignuts

12-16-2013, 02:04 AM

Not great at fighters that move this fast and are this combo heavy.(See: My awful attempts to play MvC) But this isn't quite as fast as that, so I'll give this a chance.

By the time I have an Xbox One, there should be a much deeper character roster. That's kind of important to me, as I don't typically stick to a small group of characters. I like to play everyone but a small group.

Kalyx triaD

12-16-2013, 07:13 PM

This is combo heavy but in the sense that you're thinking. MvC and just about every other game treats combos as a one-way conversation. Killer Instinct keeps players competing even during combos. Especially during combos, even.

You simply must play it.

Fignuts

12-17-2013, 01:52 AM

Probably will be summer at the earliest.

Kalyx triaD

12-17-2013, 11:23 AM

I'm trying to have my own XB1 by Spring in time for Titanfall and Destiny's beta. By next fall I hope we can all be in the same pool. Console shifts are so sketchy.

Emperor Smeat

01-17-2014, 05:36 PM

A couple of screen shots showing off the new Spinal were recently released.

http://cdn.medialib.totalxbox.com/screens/dir_383/image_38328_full.jpg
http://www.destructoid.com/oh-hey-it-s-spinal-s-new-design-in-killer-instinct-269117.phtml

Kalyx triaD

01-30-2014, 01:02 PM

alvarado52

01-30-2014, 04:08 PM

Stoked for Fulgore.

Emperor Smeat

01-31-2014, 05:02 PM

Double Helix Games working on a special "jail" punishment towards rage quit players if their disconnection rates with ranked matches hits 15%. The punishment itself also scales up every time a person is "jailed."

Players whose disconnect percentage rises above 15 percent in ranked multiplayer matches will be sent to "jail," after which point they'll need to wait 24 hours before they can restart their life as a decent member of society.

While locked away, these players will only be matched against other jailed members. Every time a player gets sent back -- for instance, their disconnect percentage returns to 15 percent or higher and they quit early again -- the amount of jail time increases by 24 hours, up to a cap of 120 hours. And to make this all clear, quitters will get a special icon while jailed.
http://www.destructoid.com/killer-instinct-to-put-rage-quitting-players-in-jail--269788.phtml

Kalyx triaD

02-03-2014, 11:12 PM

Spinal is hilarious.

Razzamajazz

02-05-2014, 09:25 PM

good thing this is "free." I've never been a big fan of fighting games....combos, yikes

Kalyx triaD

02-05-2014, 09:45 PM

These combos aren't what you think they are.

alvarado52

02-05-2014, 10:05 PM

This game is easily the most user-friendly fighting game i've ever played. There is some structure to those combos, but not any way you may think.

alvarado52

02-05-2014, 10:06 PM

On a side note, Amazon bought Double Helix? Yes, THAT Amazon.

Kalyx triaD

02-05-2014, 10:10 PM

lol wut

alvarado52

02-05-2014, 10:17 PM

http://kotaku.com/amazon-just-bought-a-video-game-studio-1517101698

Well, this is interesting. According to a report on TechCrunch, online shopping giant Amazon has bought Double Helix Studios, the video game developer behind games like the Xbox One's Killer Instinct and the upcoming Strider.

Kalyx triaD

02-05-2014, 10:46 PM

Wow. That refreshingly unexpected.

Emperor Smeat

02-06-2014, 05:01 PM

Amazon stated Double Helix will be allowed to finish up working on their current projects and deals before they take full control of the studio.

Microsoft themselves have stated the core team for the game won't be affected since it wasn't from Double Helix and do expect a new studio to be named soon to take over Double Helix's duties.
http://www.destructoid.com/microsoft-to-find-a-new-dev-partner-for-killer-instinct-270116.phtml

Emperor Smeat

03-27-2014, 03:54 PM

Microsoft announces Divekick's developer Iron Galaxy studio will replace Double Helix as the developer for Season Two. A few new details regarding the rest of Season One was also announced as well.

Double Helix is wrapping up Killer Instinct’s first season of content with the release of Fulgore on April 9.

Along with the new character comes an arcade mode, eight-player lobbies, and an ability to spectate matches. Season two will be coming from Iron Galaxy, but what that might entail is yet unknown.

http://www.gameinformer.com/b/news/archive/2014/03/27/divekick-dev-takes-over-killer-instinct-fulgore-gets-april-release-date.aspx

Kalyx triaD

03-27-2014, 04:19 PM

Dammit fuck stupid ass WE CAN'T HAVE NICE THINGS fucking knew it fuck

Anyway, here's the trailer for the grand finale of the best fighting game of 2014:

<iframe width="640" height="360" src="//www.youtube.com/embed/VZZEXpm1DFU?feature=player_detailpage" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>

alvarado52

03-27-2014, 05:53 PM

Surprised MS didnt snatch up Double Helix. KI is their property, and DH did a great job with it.

Kalyx triaD

03-27-2014, 06:35 PM

Yeah, the Amazon thing is an infuriating wtf.

Fignuts

03-28-2014, 02:32 AM

Definitely disappointing, but not gonna get too upset til I see how IG does with it.

RoXer

03-28-2014, 01:33 PM

Kalyx, do you not have faith in Iron Galaxy? If not, why not?

alvarado52

03-28-2014, 04:56 PM

Hasnt Iron Galaxy pretty much done ports of fighting games? Thought they brought over Darkstalkers and MvC, but I could be mistaken.

They may do great, who knows. I mean, Double Helix wasnt known for doing ANY fighting game up until KI, and they nailed it. Only thing I remember DH did was Silent Hill Homecoming

Fignuts

03-29-2014, 01:53 AM

They've done ports of a bunch of games, but they haven't done much themselves. That said, I scoffed at Divekick at first, but after watching a bunch of videos, I was surprised at how much depth they were able to get into such a simple concept.

Kalyx triaD

03-29-2014, 04:54 AM

Kalyx, do you not have faith in Iron Galaxy? If not, why not?

Here's the thing; I have no faith in them. They did ports most their history, and the one fighting game they did was Dive Kick - and games based on punchlines don't do shit for me.

However, I similar wrote off Double Helix at first.

Thing is, let's say IG comes in with Season 2, it will be a different tone. New characters will have a different art style (though honestly that may be an improvement).

I'm more worried about them fucking with the gameplay. And not going through with a female announcer or other classic attire. balls in their court, but me and the guys already consider Season 1 to be definitive KI right now. Low hopes for Season 2, but we'd love to be wrong.

Kalyx triaD

03-29-2014, 05:00 AM

http://media.eventhubs.com/images/2014/03/28_fulgore01.jpg

I will smash you all.

Fignuts

03-29-2014, 05:13 AM

How did KI do saleswise?

If it tanked I could see IG changing a lot, but I'm pretty sure it did well.

Kalyx triaD

03-29-2014, 05:26 AM

Best selling fighter on X1. :shifty:

drave

04-09-2014, 06:09 AM

Fulgore and more drop today. Can't wait to get home and destroy shit.

http://www.eventhubs.com/news/2014/apr/08/fulgore-now-available-killer-instinct-xbox-one-patch-adds-arcade-mode-and-more/

drave

04-09-2014, 06:14 AM

Some interesting info about Fulgore. His meter differs from everyone else. This is going to be fun xD

Fulgore information from MS Studios' stream

• Fulgore's Shadow Meter is different than every other character's in the game. It doesn't build up from performing attacks or blocking.

• He can charge his meter manually with a special move, QCB + kick. The amount of meter built, and recovery time, is relative to the strength of the button:

- LK = 1 small stock.
- MK = 2 small stocks.
- HK = 3 small stocks, can also be held to continue building meter.

• With full meter, Fulgore gets increased movement, jump, and dash speed. His dash receives a significant increase in range, and can be cancelled into attacks and throw.

• With the use of meter, Fulgore can cancel special and shadow moves into other special moves, (with some limitations).

• Cancelling a special move into another special move costs 1 small stock of meter, (a full bar consists of 10 small stocks). Shadow moves cost 4 small stocks, and Fulgore's meter, when fully charged, has enough for 2 shadow moves, but leaves him with 2 remaining small stocks.

• While in Instinct Mode, Fulgore's meter regenerates automatically over time.

• With full meter and Instinct Mode activated, Fulgore can perform his giant chest laser beam attack. This move hits 10 times, deals 41% of raw damage, generates potential damage, but scales very heavily when used in a combo.

• Fulgore's unique auto double trait also builds meter for him. After an auto double, holding the button down will result in a third hit, (much like Spinal's spectral manuals), that builds 1 small stock of meter.

• His standing heavy kick sends the opponent flying across screen and causes a hard knockdown. On block, it pushes the opponent away, and this attack is special cancel-able, which can lead into various mix ups and pressure.

• Forward + heavy punch is a two hit command normal, much like Jago's forward + heavy kick. The MS Studios team notes that since this attack hits fairly high up, it can be beaten out by certain low attacks.

• He also has a command overhead that is 18 frames of start up, which is quite fast in Killer Instinct.

• Fulgore's sweep moves forward, starts up very fast, and has great range.

• Jumping medium kick is a strong cross up attack, and jumping heavy punch is also notably good.

• Fulgore also has one of the best crouching medium kicks in the game.

• Fulgore's fireball special move has returned, and the number of fireballs thrown is relative to the strength of the button pressed:

- LP = 1 fireball
- MP = 2 fireballs
- HP = 3 fireballs

The HP version is great for chip damage due to its multi-hitting function. Each fireball can also be followed up with a manual from close range, but they are not + on block, only hit.

The MS Studios team mentions that using the LP fireball for teleport mix ups is better than HP because the special move cancel window is larger for the former rather than the latter.

• Fulgore's eye laser attack (QCB + punch) is also back, and each button strength performs a different version:

- LP = laser fired down. This attack is +1 on block and an opener.
- MP = straight laser. This is a fast, long ranged poke/opener.
- HP = diagonal-upward laser. Works well as an anti-air.

All of the eye lasers can be cancelled into and cancelled out of other special moves.

The shadow version of eye lasers pushes the opponent fairly far away on block. It can also be performed in the air.

• Fulgore is a "meter character" and can be played as a zoner. The MS Studios team feels he isn't as difficult to learn as Sadira or Glacius.

• His rush-punch special move can be charged. The longer the charge is held, the more hit-stun/block-stun it will have. It can also be cancelled into an uppercut, even on whiff, at the cost of 1 small stock of meter.

• Fulgore's uppercut has a 2 frame start up.

• His teleport move is performed like an uppercut: DP+K. Fulgore's teleport differs from Spinal's in that it is screen relative:

- LK teleport = left side of screen.
- MK teleport = middle of screen.
- HK teleport - right side of screen.

The teleport is not invincible until Fulgore is completely invisible, so it cannot be used on wake up to escape.

Shadow version of teleport is an attack that immediately travels behind the opponent and is an opener. The attack is actually a bit slower on start up than it appears.

• His Ultra is performed by inputting DP + all 3 punches.

• Fulgore's giant chest beam attack does have start up, and he can be hit out of before it fires. This will still deplete Fulgore's entire meter.

• One of the changeable accessories is Fulgore's ponytail; it can be removed. The MS Studios team also notes that his classic costume is "very authentic."

Kalyx triaD

04-09-2014, 09:24 AM

Who are you? I like you.

drave

04-09-2014, 02:07 PM

Been here for a bit. I used to troll the discussion forum because it was just too easy and entertaining :) Left for a bit and was too excited about Fulgore to not sign in again and post.

Xbox One is amazing, had mine for about 2 months now and not a single issue. I was a huge KI fan when it was coin-op and SNES. I am hoping to see some faces from KI 2 next season - Maya comes to mind, dual dagger wielding badass that she is.

Emperor Smeat

04-21-2014, 05:26 PM

New Killer Instinct developer Iron Galaxy Studios plans to add eight more characters to the game with its upcoming season two content.

The developer revealed during a recent Play XBLA livestream that, like season one, season two would add eight characters to the game. Sadly, no details of who these new characters will be were offered.

Iron Galaxy also mentioned that it plans on adding “No Mercy” finishers to the game—a finishing move similar to fatalities in Mortal Kombat.

http://www.egmnow.com/articles/news/killer-instinct-season-two-will-add-eight-more-characters/

Kalyx triaD

04-21-2014, 05:32 PM

Strike 1.

Fignuts

04-22-2014, 01:52 AM

Really don't see how.

Kalyx triaD

04-22-2014, 02:05 AM

Just a stupid move. I'd love to see where in the meta-game this would work - I'm thinking during 'Danger' moments. Still seems pointless and serves to decay my already low feeling about this team change.

Fignuts

04-22-2014, 02:16 AM

I would assume in the danger state, like KI 2.

In which case you may as well argue that Ultras are useless, and should have the same beef with double helix as you do Iron Galaxy.

Fans have wanted them in, and double helix said themselves that if they got enough requests, they'd try to put them in. It's very likely that we would have gotten them anyway, studio change or not.

Kalyx triaD

04-22-2014, 02:25 AM

Ultras segue better with KI's chief gimmick than Fatalities.

Go put a bunch of hours into KI like I did. Learn the system, respect the metagame, fall in love; and then come back and tell me where fatalities fit. Fan request or not it's fucking stupid. Ultras and Ultra Enders were fine and dandy.

Fignuts

04-22-2014, 02:37 AM

They fit in the same spot that Ultras do, I don't know what you're talking about. You're acting like they are completely changing the systems. They're not. It's a harmless addition, that serves to give something cool to the fanbase. Something to stay true to the original series which DH was all about, and said as much.

Even if you don't agree, it's unfair to take your frustration out on Iron Galaxy, as it was all but confirmed for season 2 before they took over.

Kalyx triaD

04-22-2014, 02:53 AM

If they're to be a cinematic on hit like Shadow Jago, I don't mind that. I just fear they'll do something very stupid.

And barring that, I just don't trust IG in general. I'm just so impressed with what DH did that I fear the worst. Like I said way back, team changes rarely happen for the better - hopefully it maintains but usually it dips. There's too many examples of just that.

It's very important who makes these games. I noticed you guys don't seem to care at times, but it's the difference between so-so and Great.

Fignuts

04-22-2014, 03:05 AM

It's not that I don't care. As I said I'd always prefer a game stay with one developer, but if it doesn't I just choose to stay optimistic. I'm not naive. I know dev changes are rarely good news, but as much as I love gaming it's not so important to me that I can't look forward to a game that switches teams. If I get let down, fine, not a big deal.

As for IG, they took a joke concept, and gave it more depth than it had any right to have. That alone gives me hope that these guys have some talent, and could do a good job.

Kalyx triaD

04-22-2014, 03:13 AM

A punchline fighter with some depth simple doesn't make them qualified for a Double-A fighting game the likes of which DH put together.

drave

04-22-2014, 07:47 AM

They existed in the older versions, why not this one?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NEJeu9iAl3Q

You can have the "danger" area for ultras, once that bit finishes, kill them off. Or maybe have an option to end an Ultra with a death. Either way, it has been in the series before and it worked fine.

Kalyx triaD

04-22-2014, 02:03 PM

Cause the metagsme is different from before, nor do they need goofy gimmicks anymore.

drave

04-22-2014, 04:19 PM

"Goofy gimmicks" is subjective.

So long as it does not impact the current play style, the impact on the metagame will be null. So long as they can be initiated during the "danger" zone (like current ultras) or they get up to be finished AFTER an ultra from the danger zone, it hurts nothing and is merely there for those that do want it.

Kalyx triaD

04-22-2014, 04:24 PM

If they're optional cinematic-on-hit things during Danger zone then whatever. If they're tagged after a match is over it will drag on the proceedings, there's no reason for post-match shit like like that.

alvarado52

04-22-2014, 04:46 PM

It'll likely be in danger territory, in which you can end it with an ultra or with an animated finisher.

drave

04-22-2014, 05:16 PM

Kalyx triaD

04-22-2014, 09:20 PM

'Nifty' is why we have shitty gimmicks in games the last few years. Tossing stuff in just cause. As I said I'm hoping it's the style Fig and Alva mentioned, just a little movie thing. Nothing that forces extra phases in the match on some 90's bullshit.

Kalyx triaD

06-09-2014, 02:12 PM

Drakul

06-09-2014, 04:26 PM

Cinder tease at the end, if anyone didn't figure it out.

Kalyx triaD

06-09-2014, 05:17 PM

Wooooooooo

alvarado52

06-09-2014, 05:48 PM

Not much of an overhaul, look wise...was hoping they'd go for a darker look on him, since he's no longer a boxer. Guess I just imagined him in a dark Grey hoodie and some gym attire as if he was training.

Emperor Smeat

07-12-2014, 02:53 PM

Kalyx triaD

07-12-2014, 02:57 PM

Way too covered up but otherwise alright addition.

http://media.eventhubs.com/images/2014/07/11_kievo04.jpg

Drakul

07-13-2014, 07:06 AM

Don't worry, half naked Maya will be DLC, I'm sure.

Never really got into KI on the N64 so Maya isn't a big deal for me. I'm surprised how little I care about the game and by the fact the game hasn't had be clamoring from an XB1. I really thought it would have made the XB1 irresistible to me.

drave

07-13-2014, 08:54 AM

Fuck yea, Maya. Fav char on KI II.

Also, don't mind the armor. Go watch more anime for animated bewbs.

Kalyx triaD

07-13-2014, 02:53 PM

Don't really watch anime often, and certainly not for boobs.

I would have had Maya show a bit more, but I like the armor pieces - so I guess I want smaller armor pieces. Keep that aztec look they seem to want, while acknowledging she's a hot South American hottie.

Emperor Smeat

07-31-2014, 06:03 PM

Retail version of Season 1 to arrive on September 23rd for the price of $20.

Microsoft revealed today that on September 23, the game will receive a new edition called the Killer Instinct: Combo Breaker Pack, which will be available only in stores at a price of $19.99.

The Combo Breaker Pack will include all eight fighters from Season 1 -- Jago, Sabrewulf, Glacius, Thunder, Sadira, Orchid, Spinal, and Fulgore. Additionally, it'll throw in a code to download TJ Combo, a character that's coming in Season 2.
http://www.destructoid.com/killer-instinct-hits-store-shelves-breaks-combos-in-september-278908.phtml

Emperor Smeat

08-12-2014, 05:34 PM

Season 2 starts on October 5th along with a few other details.

Season 2 of Killer Instinct begins on October 15, 2014. Fans can expect new fighters, enhanced game modes, and a revamped interface.

The Ultra Edition will cost $39.99 and will include eight fighters starting with TJ Combo and Maya. New fighters will be added each month from there. This pack will also include costumes, accessories, a perfect port of Killer Instinct 2 Classic with full multiplayer support over Live, and general early access to special stuff.

Then there's the Combo Breaker pack for $19.99. This just includes the eight fighters. Otherwise you can purchase fighters individually as they're made available for $4.99 each. Oh, and you can start playing with TJ Combo early if you buy the Ultra Edition between September 23 - October 14. You'll also get Killer Instinct 2 Classic early.

Finally, the season one soundtrack AND the original Killer Cuts soundtrack will be available on September 23.

http://www.destructoid.com/killer-instinct-season-2-begins-october-15-279463.phtml

Fignuts

08-12-2014, 09:31 PM

Considering that I bought the first ultra pack, and will probably buy the new one, I should probably start, ya know, playing this.

Kalyx triaD

08-13-2014, 12:33 AM

You will love it.

Kalyx triaD

08-28-2014, 11:01 PM

The Season 2 system and character changes are all great. I'll try to break it down tomorrow. Iron Galaxy is on point.

Kalyx triaD

09-18-2014, 01:06 AM

http://media.eventhubs.com/images/2014/09/17_maya06.jpg

Emperor Smeat

09-18-2014, 05:36 PM

Kalyx triaD

09-18-2014, 06:13 PM

Nice, I dig her.

Fignuts

09-18-2014, 06:30 PM

Liked her old stage theme better.

Better not mess with Tusk's too much when he makes it in.

owenbrown

09-18-2014, 06:48 PM

Emperor Smeat

10-14-2014, 05:20 PM

Riptor and Cinder teased to be included for Season Two's roster. Other new announcements include the game's resolution being bumped up to 900p, a new combo system is being added in, and Season One's roster is getting a balance update.

Killer Instinct's second season will launch with TJ Combo as a free playable character, while Maya will be available to buy for £3.99 / €4.99 / $4.99.

Additionally you can buy the Combo Breaker Pack that comes with all eight characters for £16.99 / €19.99 / $19.99, or the Killer Instinct: Season 2 - Ultra Edition that comes with the same along with 16 accessory sets, eight exclusive costumes, and Killer Instinct 2 Classic.

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http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2014-10-14-killer-instict-season-2-launches-next-week

Kalyx triaD

10-14-2014, 05:31 PM

lol Riptor.

Kalyx triaD

11-21-2014, 09:19 PM

Fignuts

11-21-2014, 10:41 PM

Christ, I have so many fighting games that I've barely touched.

Killer Instinct
BlazBlue
Guilty Gear XX Reload
KOF 2000 Ultimate
Neo Geo Colosseum
Ultimate MvsC
Third Strike

fuck

Kalyx triaD

11-22-2014, 01:27 AM

I've played some SF4 and SFxT online the last two weeks. Should get back into BlazBlue. I miss KI.

Kalyx triaD

12-15-2014, 08:58 PM

Fignuts

12-16-2014, 02:43 AM

More interested in this "Herald of Gargos".

Also, if you're getting an xbox one this month, we gotta boot this up online so you can show me the ropes. I'm gonna buy the second season pass this week, and finally make a go of learning this proper, but it's easier for me to just do it playing against friends rather than going through those training modes.

Kalyx triaD

12-16-2014, 04:44 AM

We got a One a few days ago, but I can't afford the full game just yet. I have the free version that rotates a single character. The character now is Maya. I hashed it out with her in training enough to get by, so we could have matches (matchmaking enabled for free version at least). So it'll be a while before you face my Orchid (two weeks at best).

Until then we have street fighting to settle.

Kalyx triaD

12-22-2014, 12:47 AM

I have Season 1. Yeah I do.

Fignuts

12-22-2014, 01:55 AM

Me too.

Emperor Smeat

01-05-2015, 05:47 PM

A new character is coming to Killer Instinct, and developer Iron Galaxy is hinting towards what we'll get. It's Omen, Herald of Gargos, and anyone who purchased the season two pack will get him as part of their purchase.

Lore-wise he's been freed from the possession of Jago, and powered up by battling as Shadow Jago.

http://www.ultra-combo.com/__temp2/images/photos/herald_tease.png

http://www.destructoid.com/iron-galaxy-is-teasing-omen-a-new-killer-instinct-character-285721.phtml
http://www.ultra-combo.com/forums/index.php?topic=5595.0

Fignuts

02-01-2015, 10:47 PM

Kalyx triaD

02-01-2015, 11:25 PM

Love the theme music.

Kalyx triaD

02-21-2015, 05:34 AM

drave

02-21-2015, 08:24 AM

The teaser at the end looks awesome!

Fignuts

02-28-2015, 01:43 AM

Kind of sick of these 17gb updates. Fuck's sake it's 2014. Learn to compress your shit better.

Think I'm definitely going to pick up Riptor. That said, I realllllllllly need to get on this and practice it. Still a total scrub at it.

Fignuts

02-28-2015, 02:01 AM

drave, if you like fighting games you need to give us your gamertag and join our club of tpww pugilists

...which has now dwindled down to just me and kalyx. Fuck happened to everybody? We used to have tournaments ffs.

Fignuts

02-28-2015, 02:02 AM

Well everyone else had tournaments. I entered and then had to back out both fucking times because of real life interfering with my recreational time.

Kalyx triaD

02-28-2015, 02:26 AM

TOUCH ME AND ILL BREAK YOUR FACE

drave

02-28-2015, 11:04 AM

I'll have to re-download it. I haven't played since Season 1 and have absolutely NOTHING of Season 2.

I will be thoroughly thrashed, but give it a go anyway. I'll PM you my GT, as my 4 year old son is on quite a bit too :)

I am generally on in the late afternoon/evening or weekends.

drave

02-28-2015, 11:04 AM

Acutally, check yo rep.

drave

02-28-2015, 11:05 AM

Also reminds me, need to fix my son's profile so he can get back on his own. Gonna go do that.

Jazzy Foot

02-28-2015, 09:52 PM

I always regretted the day Nintendo allowed Rare to be bought out by Microsoft but it's some consolation that Rare never lived up to the glory days once they become Microsoft-owned.

Killer Instinct was one franchise I missed the most as Nintendo (SSB doesn't really count) never had a beat-em up franchise of their own.

But KI Gold on the N64 was panned.

Kalyx triaD

02-28-2015, 10:45 PM

SSB doesn't count why?

drave

03-01-2015, 05:19 PM

Re-downloaded KI, going to give it a go later.

Your GT still the same as what you listed in the mega thread?

Kalyx, I'll add you too if you want :) I'm sure you would love to destroy me. Love gaming and it bringing people together :D

Fignuts

03-01-2015, 07:04 PM

Yep. Fignuts82

Kalyx triaD

03-01-2015, 07:43 PM

Destroy you? Pfft, I don't take joy in destroying people I know. I only thirst for annihilation when it's randoms. Me and Khuntry rekt some guys in SmashU 2v2 last night. Fuck those guys.

drave

03-01-2015, 08:16 PM

First time booting it up since Season2. Love the new interface and menu design, flows better too.

Played as Jago and for the LIFE of me couldn't get higher than a 14 hit combo :( Definitely going to need to go through training and get a lot of practice back in. Used to main Orchid (she was my bottom bitch in the original arcade/SNES version) but kinda wanna get season 2 and go for Maya (bottom bitch in KI: Gold). Maya destroyed my Jago without blinking.

Kalyx triaD

03-02-2015, 12:29 AM

Use heavy linkers to extend combos. When your opponent is trained to see them start baiting out Counter Breakers.

drave

03-02-2015, 08:48 AM

Yea. Need to go through training sessions again to refresh my brain and finger connection. They are like the tag team champions of the world (Brain & Fingers Connection) but have a shit ton of ring rust.

Kalyx triaD

03-02-2015, 06:05 PM

Luckily KI has one of the best training modes I ever seen.

Jazzy Foot

03-02-2015, 06:12 PM

SSB doesn't count why?

Never felt like a beat-em up in the truest sense i.e. felt more comic, amusement type, rather than serious style of Tekken, Virtua Fighter or even KI.

I haven't played KI on Xbox One but I hear it's an update of KI 2/KI Gold?

KI 1 was brilliant no doubt but the sequels never lived up to the first.

drave

03-03-2015, 05:51 AM

Mucked around with Orchid a bit last night and managed to pull off a 20 hit combo, averaging 14 for most fights. Slowly coming back to me.

Midterms this week first though.

Kalyx triaD

03-03-2015, 06:01 AM

Never felt like a beat-em up in the truest sense i.e. felt more comic, amusement type, rather than serious style of Tekken, Virtua Fighter or even KI.

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I haven't played KI on Xbox One but I hear it's an update of KI 2/KI Gold?

Where'd you hear that?

KI 1 was brilliant no doubt but the sequels never lived up to the first.

What?

Fignuts

03-03-2015, 06:55 PM

Mucked around with Orchid a bit last night and managed to pull off a 20 hit combo, averaging 14 for most fights. Slowly coming back to me.

Midterms this week first though.

You're already well beyond me. Can't hit combo breakers at will. Just hit a button and hope it's the right one.

drave

03-04-2015, 06:13 AM

Oh yea, I definitely cannot hit breakers at will. I too hope for the right one but usually hear LOCKOUT!!!!!

Then I walk away for a drink while getting pummeled :) Seriously, Thunder was being a dick!

Kalyx triaD

03-08-2015, 05:48 PM

Kalyx triaD

03-26-2015, 03:37 PM

drave

03-26-2015, 04:12 PM

After playing with TJ Combo for a bit and seeing this, I may buy season 2 after all.

Fignuts

03-26-2015, 04:37 PM

Most of the season 2 characters are a lot of fun.

Kalyx triaD

03-26-2015, 05:29 PM

I can't get a grasp on Combo. His inputs are oft putting.

drave

03-27-2015, 09:39 AM

He is definitely weird. Kinda like learning the "off beat" in music is how I relate to it. He has small little delays that are different from every other character so far.

Caved and bought season2. Omen is amazing.

Kalyx triaD

03-27-2015, 02:34 PM

Omen's a son of a bitch.

Fignuts

03-27-2015, 10:57 PM

Personally like Riptor.

Kalyx triaD

03-27-2015, 11:09 PM

She's hilarious.

Fignuts

03-27-2015, 11:14 PM

So many ways to be a total asshole too.

Kalyx triaD

04-02-2015, 06:56 PM

Hisako may well become my new main.

drave

04-03-2015, 09:31 AM

I feel like since S2 is out the difficulty is turned up. I was playing through story and got to my 6th fight, who was Jago, and he beat me 11 times in a row before I decided to hang it up. It was beyond fucking insane. I refuse to TURN DOWN FOR WHAT so I will have to go back to the dojo I guess :(

Emperor Smeat

04-28-2015, 06:17 PM

Cinder arriving on April 30th with Aria likely as the last character for Season 2's cast.

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Cinder, his fire, and his sass will be coming to the game April 30 for Ultra Edition owners, and May 6 for Combo Breaker Edition owners. We’ll have to wait a little bit longer to see more of ARIA.
http://www.destructoid.com/cinder-s-bringing-his-hot-stuff-to-killer-instinct-april-30-291076.phtml

drave

04-28-2015, 07:18 PM

Sounds almost like they tried to give Cinder the attitude/mannerisms of Deadpool.

Kalyx triaD

04-28-2015, 09:12 PM

I was thinking Human Torch.

drave

04-29-2015, 07:01 AM

That is because of your visual association of fire-engulfed humanoids and comics.

Kalyx triaD

04-29-2015, 02:42 PM

And the wisecracking. Fire-engulfed humanoids who wisecrack. Who sounds like that?

That's right, Deadpool. Not a literal fire-engulfed humanoid who wisecracks, that's crazy.

drave

04-29-2015, 02:58 PM

Glad we agree.

Emperor Smeat

04-30-2015, 06:03 PM

Killer Instinct continues to improve with every passing month, and now, you'll be able to contribute to a community prize pot by way of DLC. For $20 you can buy the Shadow Jago pack, which comes with the character, as well as 7,500 KI Gold. That amount of gold costs $20 already, so you're basically getting the character for free as well as supporting the tourney scene.

Additionally, once Cinder launches today, all Killer Instinct purchases will be donated towards the Fighting Game Community Fund up to $100,000 for a two week period. Unlike Mortal Kombat X's community pot skin, all, not some of the proceeds within that cap will go to the prize pools.
http://www.destructoid.com/you-can-now-support-killer-instinct-tourney-pots-with-the-shadow-jago-pack-291267.phtml

Emperor Smeat

05-05-2015, 06:35 PM

Ended up taking less than 3 days for the fund limit to be reached. About half is going to be spent on the prize pool for this year's KI tournament at EVO.

The Shadow Jago Community Bundle DLC will still be available to purchase until May 14th even though the fund promotion itself is over.

http://www.destructoid.com/killer-instinct-fans-maxed-out-the-community-fund-in-under-72-hours-291542.phtml

Emperor Smeat

05-08-2015, 06:55 PM

CEO of UltraTech was revealed as the final character for Season's 2 cast.

http://www.destructoid.com//ul/291823-/h2-noscale.jpg
The CEO of UltraTech. ARIA may be an artificial intelligence, but that's not about to stop her from getting physical. She can upload herself to one of three drones, each of which gives her a varied moveset while the remaining robots hover nearby until needed.

Here's a brief description from Microsoft Studios creative director Adam Isgreen:

Booster Drone builds a body capable of incredible air maneuverability and has an air / ground rush attack move. You can see Booster Body in the teaser, as this Drone looks like wings and uses prototype sonic technology to help ARIA hover.
Blade Drone builds a body with a sword arm that uses prototype sonic vibration tech. It is capable of rushing slashes, an invulnerable uppercut, a grounded overhead, chip damage normals, and increased poke range.
Bass Drone builds a body with a prototype sonic cannon in the chest and can deliver high, low, and anti-air multi-hit projectiles that travel at sonic speeds.

The drones can be called in for assists, but they are susceptible to damage and, crucially, ARIA's total health is divided among them. Once all three drop, she's done for the match.

http://www.destructoid.com/killer-instinct-s-final-season-2-character-is-a-ceo-291823.phtml

Kalyx triaD

05-08-2015, 07:31 PM

I really like her gameplay style.

Iron Galaxy knocked it out da park with S2.

Fignuts

05-08-2015, 11:19 PM

Finally have a face to go with the Ultratech douchebaggery.

Also yeah, the characters play drastically different at times.

Again, I need to get on this. But I also just got back into TTT2. Too many fighting games.

Fignuts

05-10-2015, 02:35 AM

Went into practice mode with a bunch of characters tonight, and my previous comment was an understatement. This is almost a Blazblue level of play style differences.

Still pretty committed to maining Riptor, but looking at Hisako, TJ Combo, Sadira, and Saberwulf as secondaries.

Kalyx triaD

05-10-2015, 02:41 AM

KI is a good game? This nerdy Kalyx guy was saying that for like a year now.

Fignuts

05-10-2015, 02:43 AM

Well no one was disagreeing with you.

Fignuts

05-10-2015, 03:33 AM

Also don't really care for Cinder, but his theme is METAL AS FUCK

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drave

05-11-2015, 08:03 AM

Very sad that my network was being wank and I missed the chance to be thrashed by Fignuts :(

That said, I put my Xbone on it's own network Fig. NAT is totally open now, shouldn't be an issue. Had requested Kalyx to test with me, but I ended up stepping away to help my wife. Sorry if you sent the inv and I did not reply, Kalyx.

Next time I am on, we can give it another try, Fignuts.

Kalyx triaD

05-11-2015, 02:18 PM

There was thrashing, yes.

drave

05-11-2015, 02:31 PM

Fignuts

05-11-2015, 02:35 PM

I did better than I thought I would. Still got bodied a few times but managed to win a handul of matches and a few others i lost came down to the wire. Kalyx still definitely on another level, but I think I'm finally going to dedicate more time to this.

Need to teach myself to calm down. Get too nervous or excited and end up mashing combos out. Only a few times during or session did i hit a well executed, planned out combo. Thats a problem i have in all fighting games, tbh.

Fignuts

05-11-2015, 02:38 PM

I tried to post a vid I had with Orchid where I hit two shadow Flik-Flaks after the Ultra (for a cool air juggle), but something was wrong with Upload... allegedly. Going to try again since I changed network stuff.

I simply don't play this game at the level you (and maybe Fignuts?) do. Hopefully I'll get in a hit or two ;)

Well I'm new to KI, but I have been playing fighting games extensively for over two decades, which probably why I was able to at least put up a fight against kalyx. Certain fundamentals that go across the board in 2d fighters that are like 2nd nature to me at this point.

Kalyx triaD

05-11-2015, 03:08 PM

Find yourself a loop that uses one special and grind it 'da lab' until you're sick of seeing it. Start will heavy linkers all around. Remember holding the medium button on special linkers make them heavy, as using heavy buttons tend to be enders.

That's how I got used to doing longer loops anyway.

Kalyx triaD

05-23-2015, 12:11 AM

http://giant.gfycat.com/QuarrelsomeVariableAldabratortoise.gif

Emperor Smeat

05-28-2015, 06:07 PM

Ultratech's boss Aria arriving tomorrow for Ultra Edition owners and June 4th for Combo Breaker Edition owners.

Fignuts

05-28-2015, 10:36 PM

Kalyx triaD

05-28-2015, 11:43 PM

If I pick her up I will main her, and that's not fair to Orchid and Hisako.

She is badass.

drave

06-08-2015, 09:12 AM

Fired this up for the first time since the update and HOLY SHIT!

Man, they have done a bang up job with this game and I would call it, without a doubt, a successful revival of the game.

I played as Maya for the first time last night and remember why I loved her so much in KI 2. She also became my first "shadow" that I released into the wild. You fockers should make shadows too.

Aria is fucking boss. I haven't nailed down her style yet, but she is a beast to fight against. Played so much yesterday I had "sore thumbs" for the first time in a very long time.

Fignuts

06-08-2015, 09:01 PM

Yeah, I'll try to get on, but I live where I live for the summers, so I'll be on a lot less.

Girls in short shorts yo

Kalyx triaD

06-08-2015, 09:25 PM

In Miami we call that Tuesday.

Emperor Smeat

08-04-2015, 05:54 PM

Season 3 arrives on March 2016 while Rash from the Battletoads series will be a limited time only playable fighter.

Today, Microsoft announced Season 3 of Killer Instinct, set to debut next year on PC and Xbox One. But wait, there was another tidbit too -- Rash from Battletoads will be playable today! Unfortunately, the reality is a little less exciting, and after checking the dashboard moments ago, actual details were revealed.

Evidently Rash will be playable from August 4 until September 8, at which point he will be removed from the game, presumably until the release of Season 3. This is a character test session, not a full release of a brand new character.

If you purchased Rare Replay (neat) or any Killer Instinct DLC, you can play as Rash.
http://www.destructoid.com/killer-instinct-season-3-coming-march-2016-on-xbox-one-and-pc-297190.phtml
http://www.destructoid.com/here-s-the-rundown-on-battletoad-rash-s-appearance-in-killer-instinct-with-a-catch-297224.phtml

drave

08-04-2015, 07:54 PM

Wank

Fignuts

08-04-2015, 07:56 PM

I want Tusk just to get a new version of his theme.

drave

08-04-2015, 09:39 PM

Tusk was my 2nd five, behind Maya.

Emperor Smeat

08-05-2015, 05:54 PM

alvarado52

08-05-2015, 06:35 PM

So awesome.

Fignuts

08-05-2015, 06:47 PM

Kim Wu. Nice.

Emperor Smeat

09-25-2015, 06:10 PM

Iron Galaxy announcing details regarding Season 3 and a PC version of the game will be happening very soon.

http://www.destructoid.com/more-killer-instinct-season-3-info-is-coming-soon-312473.phtml

Wishbone

09-25-2015, 10:10 PM

A pc version you say? Color me intrigued.

Emperor Smeat

02-01-2016, 06:17 PM

Fignuts

02-01-2016, 07:02 PM

Kim looks kind of uninteresting to be honest. Arbitor tho....

Kalyx triaD

02-03-2016, 05:39 AM

The season 3 character and updates rockets season 3 into basically Killer Instinct 2. So many great buffs, reasonable nerfs, and system changes.

Emperor Smeat

02-29-2016, 05:51 PM

According to Iron Galaxy, guest fighter The Arbiter will not be the same character from the Halo series nor will it be voiced by the character's voice actor.

TV and film actor Keith David won’t be reprising his role as The Arbiter in Killer Instinct Season 3, but Frank O’Connor, development director for the Halo franchise, said that the team chose not to use David so that the character won’t seem out of place in Killer Instinct‘s world.

“[Keith] David of course, IS ‘The Arbiter’ from the Halo game universe for all intents and purposes, and will continue to be as long as he’ll have us,” said Frank. “But in Killer Instinct, we wanted to create multiple visual variations of the combatant archetype in the classic fighting game style, and so we leaned heavily on the ‘Hall of the Arbiters’ concept from the games, where we see armors and costumes from historical Arbiters in a kind of mausoleum. So our KI Arbiter is in some ways an amalgam of Arbiters past, as well as more modern Sangheili warriors. And further…, it helped to insert a subtle canonical buffer between their game and ours, so that players aren’t scratching their heads when the Covenant’s historical champion is fighting a Battletoad in Chicago.”
http://www.egmnow.com/articles/news/heres-why-the-arbiters-original-voice-actor-isnt-reprising-his-role-in-killer-instinct/

drave

02-29-2016, 06:47 PM

So, Halo-like Alien who says stuff and fights.

Kalyx triaD

02-29-2016, 07:57 PM

Literally nobody would be like 'Why's Arbiter in KI?' There is no such thing as that person. Silly ass 343.

Emperor Smeat

03-01-2016, 06:13 PM

Season 3 of free-to-play fighting game Killer Instinct will begin on March 29, Microsoft announced today. That is also the day the Xbox One game comes to PC through Windows 10.

If you've already played Killer Instinct on Xbox One, all your progress will follow you to the Windows 10 edition. Additionally, it was confirmed that Xbox 360 fightsticks will be compatible with Season 3 on PC at launch, while Xbox One fightstick support will come sometime later.

Specs for the PC version:
http://static2.gamespot.com/uploads/scale_super/1179/11799911/3015302-killer.jpg
http://www.gamespot.com/articles/killer-instinct-season-3-release-date-pc-specs-ann/1100-6435236/

Emperor Smeat

03-07-2016, 05:14 PM

drave

03-07-2016, 05:21 PM

Tusk is badass. Seems like he would be difficult to beat with a good player behind the controls.

Emperor Smeat

03-11-2016, 06:31 PM

By way of a Season 3 leak for Killer Instinct, two new characters may have just been revealed. The first is Mira, who is said to be the sister of Maya, who was released in Season 2. She was supposedly dead based on the story, but will presumably come back at some point.

The other big addition is General RAAM, of Gears of War fame. He'll join the Arbiter from Halo and Rash from Battletoads to augment the cameo theme in Season 3.
http://www.destructoid.com/killer-instinct-character-leaks-hint-at-general-raam-and-mira-348027.phtml

Fignuts

03-11-2016, 06:57 PM

Love RAAM.

drave

03-11-2016, 08:49 PM

Very cool. Going to end up buying Season 3. Tusk sold me anyway.

Emperor Smeat

03-29-2016, 05:44 PM

So long as you're willing to put up with Windows 10, Killer Instinct is available right now on PC as a free download. Microsoft notes that if you're having trouble finding it on the store, you can click the link on this page to go to the listing directly. As a reminder, the game is Cross-Buy and Cross-Play with the Xbox One version. At least the new incarnation of Games for Windows Live has some advantage now.

Small warning for those who own the Xbox One version and want to play the PC version with the same save file:
As a warning, some users are reporting that if you already own the game on Xbox One, that you should sign into that version first to prevent the PC edition from messing with your save.
Link to the PC version of the game: http://www.ultra-combo.com/download/
http://www.destructoid.com/killer-instinct-pc-launches-today-alongside-of-season-3-351591.phtml

The launch trailer for Season 3 was recently released.
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Fignuts

03-30-2016, 05:15 AM

Picked up the season 3 bundle. Kim and Tusk seem fun. Haven't tried Rash. Arbiter is freaking awesome.

Going to be really torn between this and sf 5.

Kalyx triaD

03-30-2016, 10:43 AM

Just divide play time.

Emperor Smeat

03-30-2016, 06:18 PM

Iron Galaxy has announced that it will be bringing a new single-player mode to Killer Instinct Season 3 later this year called Shadow Lords.

Shadow Lords is an infinitely replayable solo mode that sees players joining a team of fighters that they’ve assembled to take on Gargos’ invasion of Earth. The mode is described as part ladder, part arcade mode, part story mode, and part roguelike ...

A rundown of the mode’s main features from the official announcement can be found below:

Your ultimate goal is to beat Gargos and his forces before he takes over the world. How fast that happens is completely up to how you play!
Choose any character to “main” and assemble your team from across the entire roster of KI characters. Uneasy alliances abound!
As characters are added to the game after launch, they’ll also come with new Shadow Lords content.
There’s a lot of stuff to earn and craft in this mode, all of which can be obtained by playing. KI Gold will allow you to accelerate to get to some rarer stuff sooner to help in your fight against Gargos and his minions.
The game features persistent items and elements that carry across multiple playthroughs.
The new multiplayer mode we mentioned in the launch trailer ties into this mode and some of the things you can craft. We’ll be talking more about this later on in the season!

http://www.egmnow.com/articles/news/killer-instinct-is-getting-an-infinitely-replayable-solo-mode/