Announcement of Beta Code Release
To commemorate ARIKA’s 30th anniversary, we revised the price of “FIGHTING EX LAYER.” Additionally, as another 30th-anniversary initiative?limited to the Steam version?we’ve made the festive build that was playable on PS5 at “EVO Japan 2023” available to Steam purchasers via a St
To commemorate ARIKA’s 30th anniversary, we revised the price of “FIGHTING EX LAYER.”
Additionally, as another 30th-anniversary initiative?limited to the Steam version?we’ve made the festive build that was playable on PS5 at “EVO Japan 2023” available to Steam purchasers via a Steam beta code.
However, because the PS5 build did not allow individual configuration of settings such as interface (input/output devices), resolution, or vertical sync?and we’ve essentially made that build run as-is on Steam?your experience may vary depending on your environment. We ask for your understanding.
There are no plans to expand this beta version in the future. Thank you for your understanding.
Lastly, we would like to thank Mr. Oda and Mr. Kuroki at SNK for graciously approving Terry Bogard’s appearance.
Right before publishing the code, we discovered a bug where, during CPU matches, the CPU “walks” in the air when air-guarding. We decided to pretend we didn’t see it and proceed with the code release.
Beta Code: 8kV4N9OrtoMR
Beta Participation: 202510 - 30th β test
Discussions: https://steamcommunity.com/app/871200/discussions/0/694247195298252321/
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◆Game Balance
Area
-Lowered the hit recovery of [Emulator] when hit.
-Increased the movement speed of Cancer when using [Upload] and [Download].
◆Bug Fixes
General
-Fixed an issue where Sharon’s bullet count would not display properly in Training Mode when changing characters after a certain amount of time has passed.
Area
-Fixed a bug where she would gain too much Super Gauge when performing a regular throw.
-Fixed a bug where she would gain too much Super Gauge when connecting with [Emulator].
-Fixed an issue where the move [Thunder Break] was not properly mentioned as being a follow-up attack for [Humming Rush] on the command list.
Improvements to Netplay Matches
-> The Netplay has been improved, along with additions and adjustments to the UI.
New Online Mode added for Testing.
-> A mode that allows you to spectate matches (Spectator Mode) has been added
*For PS4 and Steam versions only.
Spectator Mode (In Testing)
This mode allows a Player to create a Lobby and spectate the matches of other Players who join.
Game Balancing
The input for Shirase, Sanane, and Hokuto’s special move 「Ryuusui」has been standardized, and the startup has increased.
Bug Fixes and Balancing
Fixed an issue with Sharon where using Half Moon does not trigger the Critical Gougi.
◆Updated Content
-New characters Sharon and Terry have been added.
-A new stage “Intercontinental Railway” has been added with 2 versions (Evening and Night).
-A new BGM has been added for Terry’s stage.
-Sharon and Terry’s Gold and Silver colors have been added.
-Sharon and Terry’s Expert Mode challenges have been added.
-Sharon and Terry have been added to CPU and Kumite modes.
-Added endings for Sharon and Terry. Shadowgeist’s ending has been altered.
-Shadowgeist has had Intro and Victory voices added.
◆Balance Changes
Kairi
-You can now perform follow up attacks after floating your opponent with GARYUUMESSHU.
Darun
-GANGES DDT now hits crouching opponents.
-GANGES DDT range has been reduced.
-GANGES DDT recovery has been increased.
-CHOUZETSU KISHIN BOMB damage has been increased.
▼The Inputs for the following characters’ Counter-type moves have been changed.
-Shirase
-Hokuto
-Nanase
-Hayate
The Input change is as follows:
PROGRESSIVE : 1P -> 1PP (Downback+ Punch -> Downpack + 2 Punch Buttons)
CLASSIC : 421P -> 421PP (B,DB,D + Punch -> B,DB,D + 2 Punch Buttons)
In addition to the Input changes, the duration of these counters have all been standardized to the Medium version.
◆Voice Addition
-A new voice clip for all characters has been added for when they receive a Medium damaging attack.
-In CPU Battle, the appearance order of your opponent's has been changed for some characters (Skullomania, Doctrine Dark, Shadowgeist).
◆Bug Fixes
-Fixed an issue where your hurtbox would be extended when getting hit by a crouching Medium damaging attack.
-Fixed an issue where jumping forward in the corner after a GANGES DDT would result in you landing behind.
-Reduced an occurance of a loud SE overwriting a previously playing sound.
-Changed it to the Information Notice doesn’t display when playing in offline mode.
-Fixed an issue in Allen’s Expert Mode challenge #12 where the opponent’s Gougi deck was not acting as intended.
-Added a system to deal with Character Effects resetting at the start of each round.
-Fixed an issue where performing Kairi’s MARYUUREKKOU would cause it to slide backwards slightly.
-Fixed an issue where interrupting Rosso’s VULCANUS would cause the fire effect to remain on the screen.
-Fixed an issue with the UI in Expert Mode.