Granblue Fantasy Versus essential tips and tricks for beginners
Developed by Arc System Works, Granblue Fantasy Versus is the latest anime fighter which hopes to match Guilty Gear, BlazBlue and Dragon Ball FighterZ on…
FGC esports events calendar 2020
This list will be updated as future events are announced so bookmark this page for the latest listings. You can check out the calendar for…
How will Riot’s fighting game Project L impact the FGC?
Riot Games is set to enter the fighting game arena. Announced at Evo 2019, Project L has become a tantalising prospect for fighting game fans…
SonicFox pulls out of EVO Online after sexual misconduct allegations against organiser
Dominique “SonicFox” McLean is among many FGC stars who have decided not to take part in the upcoming EVO Online tournament due to allegations around…
Granblue Fantasy Versus is an ideal fighting game for beginners despite its flaws
The accessibility of fighting games has always been a reoccurring issue, with practically every new release measured between its mechanically complex longevity and how well…
Zooey joins Granblue Fantasy Versus on 28 April, Character Pass 2 coming Fall 2020
Following the arrival of Djeeta in Granblue Fantasy Versus, new DLC character Zooey has received a trailer confirming her arrival on 28th April. Similar to…
Guilty Gear Strive delayed to 2021 following beta criticism
Arc System Works has announced Guilty Gear Strive has been delayed to early 2021. The highly anticipated anime fighting game was scheduled for a late…
Smash pro Anti gets dropped by T1 following allegations of sexual misconduct
T1, the Korean organisation most commonly known for their League of Legends roster, has announced they will drop Smash Ultimate pro player Jason “Anti” Bates…
CeroBlast banned from FGC events for using racial slurs just days after Low Tier God clash
UPDATE: LowTierGod and CeroBlast have been handed bans from all Capcom events for more information on this story click here. Christina “CeroBlast” Tran has…
TSM Leffen “concerned” for safety after Hax$ ‘totalitarian regime’ video
The Smash community seems to lurch from one potential crisis to another and the latest one is one of the most bizarre yet with Smash…
Top 20 greatest fighting games of all time
From Street Fighter to Mortal Kombat, fighting games have grown from arcade staples to robust packages which offer even more than multiplayer thrills. Whether you’re…
EVO Online 2020 line-up and dates revealed as Smash Ultimate is cut entirely
EVO is the biggest annual event on the Fighting Game Community (FGC) calendar each year. While the live event had to be cancelled due to…
Combo Breaker 2021 cancelled due to COVID-19, will stage online “digital festival”
Combo Breaker 2021 has been cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic, organisers have confirmed. Combo Breaker has become one of the biggest events on the…
Guilty Gear Strive: Character guide and tips
UPDATE: We have dedicated guides to more characters, including newcomer Giovanna. Check them out right here. Learning a new fighting game can be a daunting…
Mortal Kombat 11 and Street Fighter 5 pulled from EVO Online entirely following abuse allegations
After many top players expressed they would no longer take part in EVO Online, developers NetherRealm Studios and Capcom have now pulled their titles from…
Black Lives Matter in the FGC: Celebrating the players dominating the scene from SonicFox to Punk
African Americans and Afro-Europeans have been dominating the FGC (fighting game community) scene for several years, across multiple titles like Street Fighter, Mortal Kombat and…
Smash pro CaptainZack opens up after accusing Nairo of sexual misconduct: “I was forced to tell a lie for 3 years”
The Smash community is at a key turning point in its existence as many top players and important figures that have been part of the…
Smash Melee and Ultimate caster D1 responds to sexual assault allegations: “I should have never gotten so drunk”
The Smash community has been turned upside down due to the severe allegations against prominent members of the scene, with caster D’Ron “D1” Maingrette being…
Mexican Smash Ultimate caster issues apology after claiming Vikkikitty was “not hot enough” to be assaulted
As the number of sexual harassment cases in the fighting games and Smash communities continues to grow, victim-blaming or belittlement of those coming forward is…
CEO 2021: All winners, results, and more
Community Effort Orlando (CEO) made a stellar return as one of the biggest fighting tournaments in the world hosted thousands of fans eager to be…
Brawlhalla is coming to mobile devices with crossplay
Fans of platform fighters got a bit of exciting news during the Ubisoft Forward presentation after it was revealed that Brawlhalla would be making its…
EVO acquired by PlayStation, will return in August 2021
EVO has announced a new partnership with Sony Interactive Entertainment and esports brand RTS, along with details for its return in August. After last year’s…
EVO Online 2020 registration is free and opens 5 June: Here’s how to sign up
EVO Online registration will open on Friday 5th June 2020, allowing players from around the world to sign up for free across various regions. Competitors…
What’s next for WePlay Ultimate Fighting League? WePlay Esports producer talks Season 2 and FGC’s future
While all esports have been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s perhaps easiest to sympathise with the fighting game community. In games reliant on split-second…
Skullgirls is finally catching a break in 2021
Since its release in 2012, Skullgirls has been punching up. The 2D fighting game known for slick animation and tag-team battles inspired by Marvel vs….
Smash pro ZeRo thanks concerned fans for their support after suicide attempt
Former Smash pro ZeRo has made a public statement since a suicide attempt in March, thanking fans for their “beautiful messages” via a post on…