Fighting Game Tournaments | Triple K.O.

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[@kingdomcomesuperman3669]

That orange juice story is legendary, had me crying from laughter.

[@PizzaTimeGamingChannel]

Starts around 52:40

[@vinnythewebsurfer]

Max and Justin talk about potentially setting themselves up for kidnapping and idk if that’s hilarious or concerning. I guess since obviously the good endings happened, we all get to laugh and breathe a sigh of relief. Lmao.

[@SteveOh_]

Holy shit, Justin getting stuck in Virginia is the funniest thing evr

[@DSMTheEditor]

I've worked at EVO the last three tournaments, and yeah, highly recommended if you've never been. Not just the hype of being on the floor during the fights, but also the side tourneys, hands on with upcoming games or new 1up cabinets, the free arcade section, they're dead on that it's more like a convention and if you love the FGC scene, it's heaven. And you know, VEGAS.

[@princelewd3019]

I love how Justin has Anya in his background. Speaking of "con" I attend a lot of anime cons and the fgc scene blew up. Especially now with dbfz, melty blood, and smash

[@benjaminspanklin1662]

Jwong with the bills in his hands givin me gangsta Spongebob vibes

[@cpt.hebikurashota7545]

Thank you Justin, Matt, and Maximilian for these found memories. My first actual tournament experience was going to the arcade for the weekly SF2CE ladder which had a side Daytona competition ladder. After appearing regularly, I got ropes in to working the registration table and making the brackets. Fun fact, got kicked out of Battle by The Bay for selling unlicensed T-shirt back in the dark ages because at that time selling merch was frowned upon. Really glad to hear that the big tournaments have become more like cons. One of my adult children went to evo just to support their friends who wanted to participate in Smash and wound up getting really in to MK after watching some of the spectacle. Sent this video to all my old FGC friends who should get a huge kick out of this.

[@drafecito]

"alex from the arcade, he played ken" with that information, I would trust my kid's life to that man

[@B1itz_90]

Great timing! Just got back from Combo Breaker which was my 1st ever major! Had a blast!

[@branmuffin184]

Wow have I been living under a rock??? A Max, Matt, Justin podcast and im only learning about this today? Wild. Cant wait to see some SF6 discussion later on

[@dastanovich2476]

I hope y'all tackle fan-made fighting games in one of these podcasts. Would love to hear your opinion on games like HDBZ or TMNT x Justice League!

[@unsubredun]

a whole-ass episode on MUGEN

[@battlericky17]

Excellent topic choice tbh

[@dmoneylulz]

Oh they will, with Matt there it will definitely happen

[@killerb255]

@@unsubredun ...and all the op characters that make the General from Kaiser Knuckle look like Dan. (Psycho Shredder, Chuck Norris, Rare Akuma, etc.)

[@Bjhorn279]

@@unsubredun I need that, I know they all have some good ones

[@rezm1r]

Justin's Virginia story had me in tears. Especially the part when he came back at 8am the next morning and the door light was still on lmao. Can't imagine what my parents, specifically father-san, would have done with the signature family belt, "Panini"

[@forestskilbred9461]

Damn he got a good taste of that panini

[@TheWordPlay]

Dang Justin had some hilarious stories on this topic 🤣 I only went to one tournament, which was CB in 2019 (the last year in the old building). I had such a blast and really wished I could've gone this year! I've missed out on going to tournaments and locals due to my schedule and the state of the world these past 2 years, but I miss meeting new people and bonding over some matches. Definitely wanna do it more

[@CrazyDrgonRider]

Justin is going to have a lot to say about this topic!

[@Gamersgoinblind]

I love hearing stories about people's experiences about tournaments, mostly because i'm not too confident in my ability. I'd kind of love to see them talk about their favorite fighting game mechanics or maybe even indie fighting games.

[@ultraspinalki11]

You should give a shot to local tourneys in your area if there are any. If you happen to lose at that place, it's gonna feel a lot less bad than say, losing at a faraway event that costs a lot of money to travel, pay for a hotel, entry fee, etc.

[@Whateveritsaight]

Reminds me of my experience with online tournaments. Sure, it’s not as immersive as physical tournaments. Especially not one as popular as Evo. But it’s still just as intimidating especially whenever you’ve trained with 12 years of Fighting game experience to see where you measure up with the BEST OF THE BEST in whatever game it is you love.

[@SirGrimly]

FGC events and tournaments look like they would be such a blast to attend, but I know my anxiety would explode if I ever tried to go to one ;-;

[@GoldsmithonyX]

I am exactly the same

[@sixdemonbag17]

@TripleKO can y’all do a discussion on fighting game movies/tv shows? “For me, it was Tuesday.” Love the content!

[@triplek.o.2192]

We just might do that!

[@sixdemonbag17]

@@triplek.o.2192 You’ve made me a very happy man!

[@murphyebass7837]

Justin explaining mascapping is genuinely one of the funniest things I’ve ever heard. I’m sure he’s smooth down there. 😂😂😂😂

[@SabreMau]

The first tournament I remember going to was an X-Men vs. Street Fighter one up at Seattle Gameworks sometime around '97 or '98. After that, our local mall's Tilt held occasional tournaments for a variety of games in the late 90s to early 00s, some of which I personally organized. I've never made it to a standard Evo but I took time off work every summer to just stay at home and sit with streams open for that entire weekend. But I have made it out to all three Evo Japan events so far, the latest of which is my all-time favorite tournament memory. Day 3, I've got a front-row seat. I'm a Sakura main, and there's a Sakura in the top 8. Then there's a Sakura in the top 4. Then top 2. Oh, Karin resets the bracket, ah well it was a good run. Then Kasugano Residence appears on screen and Sakura 3-0's the championship set the rest of the way. That moment was so hype that, after it was over, I walked from Makuhari Messe over to Ikinari Steak and ordered one of their most expensive steaks to celebrate being able to get to watch that live in person from the front row.

[@Nightmare1up00]

JWong killin these manscaped ads. Lol

[@ASwagPecan]

Can Triple KO consider doing a video on complicated mechanics and the barrier it has on grabbing new players and maintaining relevance? My main example would be Pokken Tournament which I believe failed in arcades and competitively due to this concept.

[@sourcesauce]

i think pokken failed because it was on the wii u lol, not because of its mechanics

[@ASwagPecan]

@@sourcesauce what’s the switch version or arcades in Japan excuse?

[@joshuasimpson364]

That’s what I am saying this topic is what I want to see along with what max said in one of his videos about fighting games being to loose or tight I think would be great as a next topic

[@kmkz_aesir7047]

GOD I LOVE POKKEN TOURNAMENT , so underrated , so much things to do , so much potential, i Hope There is a 2nd One.

[@joshuasimpson364]

@@tgo007 I know max has but I want to hear Justin or Matt opinion on that which I want to be a topic or a mini type of topic

[@ajapplesauce]

I was in the audience with friends for that Assist Me panel in Vegas, and having Doom and Wesker rush in seamlessly with the video was awesome xD

[@redsnipingshot]

Matt slipping in the OSW "Caeser's parking lot"... chef's kiss.

[@atarichild81]

My brother and I worked at a "Tilt" arcade in '00/'01 and four of us that worked there were big into fighting games. Getting MvC2 was a HUGE deal with us. We played whenever we could trying to unlock all the characters. When it dropped for Dreamcast we held an after hours "tournament" in the office amongst the employees. We ordered a pizza and told the confused delivery guy we were doing inventory.

[@ChrisRstep]

The orange juice story made me laugh out loud at my work desk

[@richiegigabit]

this is a special podcast episode for me. I went to the first Capcom Cup 2014 at The Warfield in San Francisco. I remember this because I had just started watching Max's streams. I managed to sneak into VIP just to meet Max there right at the end of the tournament. I did get my photo with Max and as I was riding this wave of excitement I walk outside to get some fresh air and I met Justin Wong right outside the front door. Got my photos with Justin right then and there. So far this has been my only tourney experience. Still never been but want to go to EVO.

[@Bjhorn279]

Loved all of Justin’s story, that picture of him with the money was amazing

[@timursaid7766]

That photo of Justin is legendary. Love yhe show guys, cant wait to see more

[@JBTheRooster]

It would be so cool if you guys did an episode talking about locals. I run an organization that hosts locals in an area where the scene just didn't really exist and it's been such a great experience so far. Lot of work but also just a lot of fun and so worth it. I'd love to hear you guys' thoughts on growing your local scene, grassroots movements, and things like the recent sponsorship program from Junkfood that seems to be really helping local scenes a lot. My organization has had the pleasure of being a part of that program and we are absolutely loving the opportunity they've given us.

[@Cassapphic]

I wish the uk had a tournament scene nearly as vibrant as the US, you're lucky to find a local thats in your city and we have exactly 1 major each year, gonna try to go to vsfighting next year it seems very cool but its so far out

[@poliojones4093]

Listening to Justin Wong tell me how to maintain the hair on my balls is the highlight of 2022.

[@killerb255]

2/3 of Triple KO got abducted in the past and lived to tell about it. Let that sink in.

[@andyv8895]

Next topic! Fighting games on handhelds!

[@DJSingleTone]

Please make that Justin Wong story of his friend without a ticket a clip, that was hilarious

[@Beepbeepoutoftheway]

this was a good one, loved the stories

[@Arashi257]

Just imagining young Justin walking around with his fighting game death note, hunting people down for their money is pretty funny.

[@DaJuicer5024]

My favorite Evo memory is when I spent more money on a single bottle of water than my friend did on a 24oz can of beer.(both bought at the same store)

[@justinkroboth360]

"He looks like he came from Def Jam: Fight for New York" jfc, I'm in tears over here over how boss Justin looks in that picture while Max is saying this shit, lmao

[@joebud78]

I live 25 minutes away from combo breaker, had no idea that was in my backyard. I'm def going to try it next year.

[@jaybonny1954]

Love the 1990s/2000s stories omfg. Wish I could’ve experienced that era of FGC 😩

[@MeteorMasterX]

Still waiting for for an episode where you guys gush over your favourite background elements in fighting games, like stages and music. Those are some of the lesser thought about factors that go into fighting game discussion but still a big deal. Killing it as always regardless though, I look forward to TKO every week.

[@markvillegas7846]

Thank you for another entertaining video, really great hearing your insights and stories regarding this topic :)

[@iwuvu5940]

Justin likes Anya from Spy x Family. Great taste in anime

[@WellDressedJem]

I remember hearing the Viriginia story when Justin hosted a panel a long time ago! I wish I could find that vod but the recording was lost to time

[@StriderYagami]

You guys have a great podcast, keep up the excellent work!

[@StriderYagami]

Max, you & your family get better!! 💪

[@jaku9730]

Kinda was hoping for a discussion on cool/hype matches that happened at tournaments or what games had really good top 8s and the like hope the podcast comes back around to this stuff

[@rajangeta8334]

I'm hoping matt just goes through the comment section and takes down ideas and puts them in a list to circle back to

[@aldoelektrika]

Checking back in now that the first millionaire just got crowned at Capcom X: UMA.

[@bananabike279]

Another awesome episode, love how Justin had much more stories to share than usual! The orange juice story cracked me up so hard, I can't believe something so cartoonish actually worked lol

[@aznpikachu215]

My first fighting game tournament was KOF XII tournament in Los Angeles.

[@762x69]

There has to be more to that Australian crack story, i demand a pt 2 lmao

[@sourcesauce]

yeah i thought they were gonna be like "naaah we're just fuckin with ya jwong you're free to go" like they recognized him and decided to fuck around

[@ajapplesauce]

Shout-out to the Assist Me team doing FINGER LAZER pictures with me at that panel XD

[@Neoplasmic24]

I loved this video! Such an interesting topic and so many hilarious and intriguing stories! I haven't been able to attend a fighting game tournament, but it sounds like fun. Though I could never compete in one, I just ain't good enough, lol. Which is why I respect the amazing players who do compete.

[@ThePortjumper]

This was a hilarious episode. Great job guys!

[@deepseadoughnut44]

"yo, did someone spill orange juice on me ?" *silence* that killed me

[@TheLikesofMee]

8 on the break. There are still photos of that tournament with JW in them on the wall. Great place for locals. MvC 3 era you could go and play against ChrisG and MarlinPie etc

[@juansoto321]

A topic about Fighting Games Music would be great!

[@bennypaquinto9147]

Max & Justin are a different breed. My god.

[@Kingh89]

I love this series BUT I really wish in this episode Max and Matt asked Justin more about his tournament experiences as a God of fighting games. Feel like there was some missed potential there.

[@itsyaboijordan415]

Lmao Justin's computer wallpaper

[@rexpro02]

love how you guys open up the show 🤣

[@COBOL]

Cool stories! I always dreamt to attend Evo or SBO. Many years ago I partecipated and also organize some small local fighting game tournament and they were some of the funniest experiences about gaming I ever get. No online could replicate the thrill of the real deal. So much fun, I miss those days. BTW I won only once in a local Soul Edge tournament: 25$ in store credit, lol, 😁

[@DusKnight7th]

Don't know if asking what I'm about to is selfish, but could you do episodes about specific fighting game communities and your experiences with them? I'd love to see yours about regions, such as Japan, United States and South America's (specially Brazil, please?). Besides that, hope Max gets better soon, and someone better sponsor Justin with a juice company, for the memes.

[@leonardohenriquez7814]

I would literally listen to a 10 hour podcast of you guys just telling horrible and funny tournament stories! 😂

[@Yetskiii]

Naming my private area Akuma now

[@92dragonheart]

I died at the orange juice.

[@gadz00ki]

Damn. No mention of Justin WINNING at EVO 2014

[@SmokinInsight]

To be fair winning Evo is just another Tuesday to him

[@Arrowdodger]

I am playing catch up, and good lord, that orange juice story is hilarious.

[@TMNTfever]

First tournament I joined was when I was 10 years old. Tekken Tag just got to the Infinity Arcade in Rowland Heights. My cousins and I frequented the PC cafe next door to play and Starcraft, and I told my cousins (who are older) that I was good at Tekken, so he paid my entry fee. Anyway, I didn't know shit about tag mechanics or anything, so I didn't win the tourney. But I did win a few matches just because I was really good at T3, and that felt really good at my age. And from that moment, I was known as the "little man" who played Tekken Tag at that arcade. I played at every monthly tournament, and even money matches in between (my cousins organized them and took some of the money lol). Then 2002 came around, and I heard about a big fighting game tournament happening in LA, but I skipped it since they said it was only Street Fighter. Then in 2003, one of my friends who went to Cal Poly Pomona told me Evo was being held there and they were gonna have Tekken. It was close-by too, so I just HAD to go. I remember competing in Evo 2k3 and 2k4 and doing fairly well, considering there were international players there. I didn't make it to top 8 or anything, but I did like 3-2 or 4-2, which was an accomplishment for me. People always ask, "whoa, you were there for moment 37?!" And I have to answer, "sorta". Because Tekken was already done by the time Third Strike finals came around, and I didn't play SF3 at the time. Consoles were set up next door and I played a lot of casual Tekken matches. I remember everyone getting loud, but I didn't actually see the Daigo parry until it was uploaded online lol. Even though I didn't compete in a major tourney until Evo 2010 for SF4, I did do a lot of local tourneys and eventually money matches in the Namco arcade in Vegas. My brother would take bets and we would make hundreds a night. Oh, and get this. The college I attended was Cal Poly Pomona, and you're damn right I played Third Strike in the school arcade, and SF4 at Super Arcade. When I graduated I moved to Oklahoma, which had a strong Tekken scene, and close to Texas for some awesome regionals. Now I live in Florida and I already signed up for Tekken 7 and Third Strike at CEO. I can't wait, since the Space Coast has a shit Tekken scene lol.

[@ChrisAmingis]

I go to 8OTB still! The staff there is super chill I love that place

[@freack3333]

If they ever make DEVO a thing in the future I would definitely watch it. 😀

[@djkillermemestar1265]

Destroyers Mortal Kombat 11 series of tournaments got me interested into having the guts to play in tournaments and the want or drive. :)

[@skeetsofrage]

Matt's whiskey laugh is going to win Evo 2023, you heard it here first 😂

[@melonrats]

Justin's ad reads are pretty clean

[@kaytoneman]

Lmaooo these stories tho Justin, the orange juice one was fuckin comedy

[@zerox242005]

These stories are gold!!!

[@jumpfold]

you guys are great love the vids

[@KnightsDisillusion]

Amazing episode. Hilarious and heartwarming.

[@pokyme]

I was hoping for some stories about Defend the North. The tourney that Justin went were somebody actually died

[@newmegaming]

Justin's stories were hilarious this episode xD

[@jazzoj5]

Need that Rival Schools 3

[@shinfitz]

Did I just miss it or did they do an episode about tournaments with Justin Wong and not talk about his match with Daigo or the “never give up” moment?

[@triplek.o.2192]

Justin's probably talked about it a thousand other times.

[@neomatt7031]

yeah, Evo Moment #37 is pretty much the Montreal Screwjob of the FCG in regards of being overplayed, so I don't mind Justin not talking about it.

[@shinfitz]

@@triplek.o.2192 That’s true. But I think it could’ve been mentioned. 🤷🏾‍♂️

[@shinfitz]

@@neomatt7031 I hear ya.

[@riddim]

my first major tournament experience was Evo 2015 and man what an event that was...amazing moments then CEO in 2016....I want to check out combo breaker and Capcom cup

[@778899mike]

54:20 Start of "What the hell were you thinking????!!!!????"

[@lordxrz6588]

"Sir theirs Crack in your DS" 🤣🤣🤣

[@patrickjohnson1649]

Wooo! Tournament Stories!!!

[@kurtdrayton5065]

8 on the Break in Dunellen! We had a rivalry with those guys in Tekken back in the day. I worked at the Menlo Mall arcade😂

[@super_robot_punch]

I got that OSW reference!!!

[@bluegrave4376]

I just noticed Justin's godlike laptop background

[@pimsbury5155]

On just happy to hear you all have shaved nads now. Good job boys.

[@bigrips7734]

Love Justin's White Tee alternate costume

[@TheDistantman]

My first tourney experience was my old HS's video game club. I entered to play in Marvel 3 when it first came out and made it to quarter finals. Unfortunately I had to go home and the guy I had play for me and promised I would split the 1st money with, lost. :(

[@SG-jq5vt]

Justin pulling put some madlad stories…!

[@FreeCFAS]

Looks like a topic that can go in a lot of possible directions, nice. 😎

[@bisine]

this comes from the fact that i got my hands on rival schools 2 recently, how about the hosts opinions on japan only fighting games?

[@BobbyxZx]

honestly, having you guys talking to me about my below the belt area is really weird.

[@renauldstevensjr1701]

Great stories and content shine on DOODS!!!!

[@MugenBoy]

You know it’s a good episode when Justin stares at you in the thumbnail.

[@NEO_NoiseBomb]

Will there be an episode about salt in the FGC?