Impact Clash: ATL's Own Video Game Tourney

Tekken 6 LE Stick: No Blutooth. No Ion-Batteries.

PS3 Wireless Stick Spec
• The first wireless PS3 arcade stick on the market
• 8 button layout / Arcade style joystick and buttons
• Integrated 2.4 GHz high-performance wireless technology for seamless game play
• Licensed Tekken 6 artwork used on the plate design.
• Transmission Range: Up to 32 feet
• Battery life: Up to 40 hours on two AA batteries
• Weight: Less than 2 ½ pounds
• Maximum number of sticks: 7 (when using USB Hub)

X360 Wireless Stick Spec
• The first wireless Xbox360 arcade stick on the market
• 8 button layout / Arcade style joystick and buttons
• Integrated 2.4 GHz high-performance wireless technology for game play
• Licensed Tekken 6 artwork used on the plate design.
• Integrated headset port allowing chat via Xbox LIVE
• Transmission Range: Up to 32 feet
• Battery life: Up to 40 hours
• Weight: Less than 2 ½ pounds
• Maximum number of sticks: 4

This stick will not be bluetooth and will use a USB dongle instead to connect wirelessly to the console. Also, it will use removable AA batteries instead of rechargable Li-ion. (Source)

Wii Virtual Console Release: Crash n' The Boys: Street Challenge

Crash n' the Boys: Street Challenge is the latest old school gem to hit the Wii's Virtual Console. Published by Technos Japan Corp for the NES back in 1992, it's a multiplayer sports game that plays out like the "Gangster's Olympics." The game consists of five teams of juvenile delinquents competing in olympic styled sport events (400 meter hurdles, Hammer Throw, Swimming, Roof Top Jumping (my personal fave), and Fighting Scene). With the exception of Hammer Throw and Roof Top Jumping, each event pretty much centers around beating the pulp out of the competition in anyway possible. 

I loved playing this game back in '93 and still enjoy playing it 16 years later in 2009. It is without a doubt my favorite sports game of all time. I love the absurdness of the plot and the simple but still challenging controls. Sure it looks a little dated but the game still plays fresh and is an outright blast to play with friends. For 500 wii points, this game is a steal.

Impact Clash 3: The Remdeption Video

Earlier this year, Konsole Kingz taped the happenings at Impact Clash 3: The Remdeption. Justin Wong, or JWong, was there representing and brought SF4, 3 weeks before it came out. It was truly a fun time had by all.  

Evo2k9's Ryu Combo Video

The above video by Majestros from Sonic Hurricane.com, is the combo video that got everyone hyped at Evo2k9. It's certainly one of the best produced combo videos I've seen. Job well done, Maj.

Impact Clash V: The Revenge coming this November

Mark your calendar and make your travel plans Impact Clash V: The Revenge is set blow up the "A" this November 21st. ICV will be the first Tekken 6 tournament in Atlanta and will feature the South's most fierce 2D and 3D players. For more information, such as the Where, When, and How. Click on "Info: Impact Clash 5" yellow button on the right (or if you are feeling lazy click here). 

Getting to Know Tatsunoko: Ken the Eagle & Jun the Swan

Science Ninja Team Gatchaman, aka "Battle of the Planets" or "G-Force" in English speaking markets,  is  a 1972 anime that focuses on the heroics of a five superhero team; think Superfriends/Fantastic Four Nihon style. Each episode revolves around the team's efforts to thwart the evil Galactor organization. An organization hellbent of trying to take over the Earth's natural resources.

The Gatchaman team is lead by Ken Washio , or Ken the Eagle (OVA)  / Mark (English Battle of the Planet's Dub) pictured above to the left.  The team's lone female member, Jun / Jun the swan  (OVA) / Princess (English Battle of the Planets Dub) pictured above to the right, is the team's expert in electronics and explosives. Both characters are playable in the Tatsunoko vs. Capcom title.

Got 30 minutes to burn? Waste it by watching the Gatchaman playlist w/ Gatchaman episode 1, Tatsunoko vs. Capcom Jun and Ken combos, and teasers from Gatchaman the 2010 movie posted below:

Getting to Know Tatsunoko: Blog and Twitter Feature

With Tatsunoko vs. Capcom expected to hit North American shores this Winter, there is no time better than now to boost your Tatsunoko knowledge. Sure there are some savvy Americans who have in-dept knowledge of the Tatsunoko universe but I'm sure those people are the few. So in order to get those who don't know in the know, Impact Clash presents "Getting to Know Tatsunoko" a weekly blog and twitter (search #tatskno or just follow us) feature that keeps you briefed on all Tatsunoko characters featured in Tatsunoko vs. Capcom.

Tatsunoko vs. Capcom Japanese Intro & Possible US Release Date

Flashing lights abound! Check out the opening for Wii's Tatsunoko vs. Capcom (the Japanese version). FYI: Capcom has yet to announce the official North American release date, beyond the very vague Winter 2009/2010. However, Amazon.com currently has a January 26, 2010 ship date for its TvC preorders. Maybe this is the official release date but who knows? Hopefully Capcom will set the record straight next month at this year's Tokyo Game Show, while revealing four new characters exclusive to the North American and European release.

PS3: Price Drop & PS3 Slim

Sony announced today, at GameCon (aka the European E3), the release of PS3 Slim; coming early September. Its slimmer, lighter, and more energy efficient than the current PS3 w/ a 120 GB hard drive. Not only that but current models of PS3 saw a $100 price drop today, making this upcoming PS3 Slim as well as the current PS3 model $299. 

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