It's Time to TUSK! Killer Instinct Ranked Matches

[@BlamedAxis]

The transition from Max saying "Let's Go", into the intro's "Let's Go!" was so clean. I love that shit

[@NocolasLive]

i was just about to say how smooth the transition was. glad someone else noticed too lol

[@lilboosie5]

Oh yea it was. He made it like that purposely lol

[@PRYMALXRD]

Felt like a Forth Walk Breaking moment.

[@dankwitdastank]

I've always loved his intro

[@PerfectOutlaw]

The announcer shouting "COUNTER BREAKER!" is the hypest shit ever, I swear

[@Sniper_T_2x]

Combo breaker

[@freeme123go8]

@@Sniper_T_2xCounter Breaker*. When you’re on offense and anticipate the opponents Combo Break, and counter it. They were correct.

[@busterwolf32]

@@Sniper_T_2x 4:19

[@CrandallMon]

Yeah, this game is a goose bump machine. Music + announcer = ultracombo

[@rahcealedavis9072]

i just wanna know what the announcer is saying before counter breaker

[@voltaicthief646]

That intro leading to the Let’s go part!

[@Bloxman12boo]

That was a really good Segway

[@cliftonmoore3473]

Hope he does more intros like that 👍

[@TheDeanFilez]

He could have down HPd for the kill

[@woothepoo9397]

Of course I got Tusk’d by my favorite content creator. But all in seriousness, good game Max! I’m the Hisako player, and yeah, I was pretty rough on the edge.

[@Hell_Soll]

this is like the most I've seen Max being excited while playing a fighting game in a long time tbh.

[@TheCaptainhowdy11]

MK1.

[@willnelson9906]

@@TheCaptainhowdy11 max def likes MK1, but KI hits different

[@TheCaptainhowdy11]

@@willnelson9906 Of course. KI is his favorite fighter ever. It's always going to be different.

[@MightGuy15]

Ki Is built from the ground up to be hype. Everything from the soundtrack to the combos to the dude yelling gets the blood pumping.

[@JavenarchX]

This game was just fun

[@sr.cabritopredador5130]

this brings me back. i discovered max channel cause i wanted to watch KI gameplay and couldn't find anyone covering it on my country. long story short, i got to watch KI and max helped me hone my english skills a bit. much love dood. i devoured every single content you made since that time.

[@JavenarchX]

Same . Was nice to find someone else so into fighting games. Especially KI

[@mak00ileven]

That’s a fact. I knew about him before through a friend but I started watching max because of KI when it was released. I became a menace with spinal because of him 😅

[@tylercarter9965]

KI is hands down the most entertaining fg as a spectator. for just about 90% of the match i am entirely invested because its all about execution (like all fgs) + the mind games of the combo/breaker system. i can never get bored watching people play this game. i hope to see more content from max!

[@Xx_SoggyBurrito_xX]

I'm so glad the music is so audible in the video 🥰 Mick's work in this deserves every reward ever

[@OwO_Stormy]

Always hyped to see these vids on KZbin. KI still one of my favorite games of all times.

[@Piizzachuu]

God the soundtrack of this game is so fucking sick!! Mick Gordon is a BEAST!!!

[@nc630]

The music on Thunder's stage is damn good!

[@isaaccooper862]

Also the hit sounds during an Ultra combo

[@GlitchTheLitch]

Watching K.I. for the 1st time in a while and realizing how much of a labor of love this game was for the devs. Fun characters, cool aesthetic, good gameplay, and one of the best soundtracks in gaming history (Hisako's theme fucking ROCKS). No wonder Max loves this game so much.

[@CyQuelin]

I forgot how hype the music be on some of the stages like goodness they be perfect.

[@isaaccooper862]

I was just watching some older KI videos from Max years ago. I fogot how cool this game was 8:18 This is the first time Ive laughed all day and it was from Max's reactions to that connection

[@MARTINREN1231]

Me saying "The graphics looks a bit dated" forgetting that the game is about 10 years old lmao

[@thegammer2117]

As someone who’s never seen KI before,,, god I love how hype the in-game announcer is

I’m not going to lie this is so nostalgic watching max play ki again it’s fun watching max play ki one I’ll buy the game.

[@jackcoleman1784]

Man I used to watch the "week of" character series ten years ago. Feels like it's come full circle. I miss that consistent raw fighting game content from Max but I understand why it doesn't happen anymore. Thanks for all the good times Max.

[@nickhard7615]

Killer Instinct is literally the coolest fighting game franchise I'll never get into. I cannot interpret how to play this game, but watching that fight with Jago on Spinal's map, the thunderous rock production of Mick Gordon booming in the background makes this shit so intense and engaging even to watch. It is unparalleled

[@txcforever]

The idea behind the gameplay is very simple but how easy it is to get good at it varies from character to character. Like you hit the opponent with an opener and that allows you to star an auto combo, which before it runs out you can extend with a special movie which will allow you to continue your combo again and you repeat until you finish the combo (there's a limit on how much you can hit the other player if I remember correctly) with a special/finisher. Of course you have to mix your attacks between low, medium and heavy attacks because the other player can break the combo if he guesses what buttons your pushing. If you are even slightly interested in this, just do the tutorial, it explains everything. I was on the same boat as you and the tutorial really helped me understand how things work.

[@goldskarr]

​@@txcforeverAgreed. I can't even wrap my head around how the other two games work but a quick run if this ones tutorial is all i needed to actually play the damn thing. It's so fun dude

[@seanmcbay]

It’s not as difficult as it looks. Give it a try.

[@hotzauhse]

This game is one of the easiest to learn because of how basic it is. Mastering it is different because of strings and breakers.

[@treyhova1183]

Yeah, Killer Instinct is probably the highest skill floor fighting game if you have never played a fighting game before.

[@ryananderson1096]

I had forgotten how, even among fighting games, KI is almost incomprehensible to watch as someone who doesn't play it and know it. But dang if it's not hype. I always loved the music and design of this game.

[@MaoriGamerDood]

15:45 HOLY CRAP THAT DID 60%!!!! I LOVE THIS GAME!

[@canadiancanucklehead8310]

Hisako’s intro: *Horror inspired crawling, jump scare with intense sounds* Tusk’s intro: “Me have beeg swoard.”

[@DayFul]

The soundtrack makes KI videos evergreen, Hisako's theme slaps so hard but they're all great.

[@Craig-bz2iu]

Hisako has a cool glaive type weapon. The naginata from feudal Japan is badass.

[@1956wood]

It was TJ Combo videos that got me started watching Max.

[@xenomaniac84]

I got this game during the Autumn Steam sale. It sat on my wishlist for a long time. Installed it on my Steam Deck. OMG, this game is SO MUCH FUN!!! Ugh too bad I'm 10 years behind all the rank players. If I ever play online, I'll get creamed!!!!

[@banechrismon6051]

I really need a Guts from Berzerk mod for Tusk

[@HyperFlame64V1]

10 Years later... *The Music is still fucking Hype*

[@LinkMaster5555]

17:35 Glacius is so Cool pun intended ❄️

[@Craig-bz2iu]

Tusk is albeit based from the legendary fantasy character from the novel by Robert E Howard, originally, Conan the Barbarian, who was also played by Arnold Schwarzenegger in 1983.

[@starfire4302]

First found Max’s channel way back, when this game first came out. Crazy, time really does fly. Still enjoy his videos, streams, and this game

[@trizzy08able]

It's good to see max having fun with tusk just throwing out attacks

[@Craig-bz2iu]

Tusk reminds me a bit of Siegfried from Soul Calibur, but a more Germanic approach to him.

[@johnodaz1273]

Awesome KI Online Matches. Great stuff man 🙂. Tusk does some solid Damage.

[@NostalgiaDigital]

Always nice to see you playing KI, one of my favourite games, never enough of this gameplays, good company, thanks dood! greatings from Uruguay

[@rogiairaix2731]

As somebody who subscribed back during the og KI vids, this is awesome

[@rinhatsuyuki7090]

MAX HAD NO CHILL AND TOPPED IT OFF WITH A LET'S GO!? LET'S GO!!!!!

[@Iron_Lord7274]

Max is a whole different person when playing KI. Keep KI Alive!!!!!

[@aericconline3684]

I originally found you from your early KI videos. Its great seeing you haven't missed a beat.

[@MauZangetsu]

KI IS BACK BOYS

[@R03333]

I just can't get into it 😢 the gameplay does nothing for me even after all these years

[@kallebal]

@@R03333 Thats sad to hear. Have you been to the Dr?

[@Luigidragon54]

so glad too see more KI, since this was the game that got me into watching your streams 10 years ago.

[@mcsalty7358]

Man, nothing beats KI hype. Don't even play it but watching guys like Max get onto it is just good old fun! Also KI has the best fighting game soundtrack.

[@tropixx_xlr1549]

Once you get into the combat system, you can't possibly stop.

[@Pazuzu-]

10 years later, still a masterpiece. Better than absolutely EVERYTHING released this year.

[@Yoshimitros]

Ki has some of the best game soundtracks... Damn!

[@NotDrako__VT]

"And he does play PP Glacius" Yes this made me laugh out loud when I saw the color of his Glacius 17:30

[@Paulunatr]

Never having played it much I'm always taken aback by how awesome this game looks. Don't know much about the gameplay but damn, those visuals are something really special.

[@NuSocTheKelDor]

KI is a very good fighting game. Top 5 easy, and my personal number 2. Only SF 3rd Strike is better in my opinion. The tutorial for KI is the best in any fighting game though. From learning the universal mechanics of the game, to learning individual mechanics of each character, and even some generally useful techniques for fighting games as a whole. KI has it all in their training mode.

[@TheSymbioteRagnoro]

I dont understand how I put up with KI as much as I did. Its super fun but also super stressful. Feel mental done after 2 matches.

[@emuemu8428]

You a decade older now bro

[@isaaccooper862]

It's a fg that really makes you think, the combo breaker mechanic/ counter breaker mechanic really keeps you on your toes from what I've seen

[@kR-qj7rw]

It's a brain fryer that's why it's fun

[@tropixx_xlr1549]

Don't get discouraged, you can do it and still have fun with the game

[@TrojanSalesmen1]

Max looks like he is actually having fun

[@coffeebean_tamer]

So Happy you're doing KI again Max ❤

[@Craig-bz2iu]

KI should have Mumbo Jumbo and Gruntilda the Witch doing a magic duel.

[@corvus3493]

God i love this channel it's like my afternoon series i like to watch on my childhood. intro never gets old as always ❤

[@gamerkingdom1442]

AND KILLER INSTINCT RETURNS!!!! LETS GOOOO INDEED!!!

[@kamenrangerzeo8251]

Max: "BY THE POWER OF XBOX!!" [Que He-Man transformation theme in the background] Max: "I. HAVE. THE POWER!!!"

[@cashordeals3672]

Lore,theme,gameplay tusk is easily one of the freaking coolest character's in this game

[@TheZajicekfarber]

Hearing Max say he's trying to (SF6) parry in KI reminds me of the old 3rd Strike Hype & Rage where he was trying to do Jago combos with Ken.

[@spoogtastic]

Nothing gets me more hype than when msx says lets go while playing and it transitions to the intro. Fireeeee.

[@winfriedbauer2280]

That "Lets Go" edit in the beginning was very nice!

[@eddielopez6731]

The tusk intro gives me goosebumps every time lol

[@SoulInajar]

Sadira stage ost goes hard as fvckkkk. Those riffsssss😮

[@antoniotruong5647]

I wish this game was available on the PS5. My favorite arcade game when I was younger.

[@Samuraith2077]

I'd absolutely go nuts this came to PlayStation!!!

[@Kommunist_Kittens]

I cannot express how much I've missed this game. It just looks and feels so much better than any other fighting game, top tier. More KI content PLEASE.

[@star20alpha]

That "COUNTER BREAKER!" scream never fails to give the chills.

[@seanreusing4409]

Gawd damn, it's been so long since your last KI video Max. Let's do this !

[@gimmeyourrights8292]

Gotta love how Max always picks his ancestors in games!

[@Craig-bz2iu]

Ragnar Lodbrok could be one of them.

[@renethomsen6636]

I have missed this Max playing ki ranked matches that’s how I started to watch your content 🤩

[@MOONS83]

KILLER INSTINCT IS ONE OF THE BEST FIGHTING GAME OUT THERE (if not the best!)

[@venomsnekko]

I missed this game so much dude...

[@devilmaycryfan7681]

Max yelling "DOWN H,P!!!" like it's his Ultimate movie in an anime.

[@HaloMillennium]

10:20 That was personal 🤣🤣

[@superdantevsn]

Just started playing KI again and my god.....I have a lot to relearn

[@shaideyfresh1]

Ive been so addicted to Ki and Halo Infinite, non stop

[@pixelgoat7317]

The epic return of MaxDood the Barbarian!!!

[@TheMixedPlateFrequency]

Man, this game is so hype to watch.

[@El-Burrito]

Tusk has been my favourite character to try out since the update

[@2KSD.]

Maximilian is best with characters that look like him

[@Solidwake]

Who else loves watching max play killer instinct? I like watching fighting games, this is just the hypest of them all... Besides SF3 3rd strike

[@Kili7082]

Killer Instinct music and everything is so hype. The game is a masterpiece!

[@garretwoeller7669]

Been playing Tusk since Ki 2 that when be came out i was so hyped.

[@lykosvon9142]

God Max's joy is so contagious

[@vonBelfry]

What the hell is wrong with Tusk's face!? It looks like someone grabbed him by the head and slammed it repeatedly into the Ugly Floor.

[@raveouscarlias4479]

I had a 66% win rate with Tusk back in the day with KI. Man he was just my favorite. I love his sword animations and he is just a fun character to play but isn't the most op for sure.

[@oooo1110]

The ultra intense madness is back!

[@CyphersBasement]

Can't believe Max would intentionally pick the character that was made for him, down to the blonde hair. I can't believe he would do this to me, to us. This is crazy. We've done so much for Max, and now? He does this?

[@dumbmoveguy]

The music is banging so hard

[@WisecrackJax]

Didn’t realize how much I missed this game

[@Brodieiamnot]

Watching Max play this brings me back to 2015!

[@JacobMinger]

I honestly kinda miss playing KI. Haven’t played it in years.

[@evilrender159]

Is it just me or does the announcer make the game so much better?

[@henryscarhead6119]

Why does max looks happy everytime he play a character that's look like him?

[@D-OveRMinD]

I am SOO thankful you picked back up Toosh. He was my favorite toon back in the day. Got tired of Fuglord. Maybe CJ Wombo next?

[@Samuraith2077]

SPINALLLLL!!!! Love that theme!!!!

[@TheCreepypro]

nice to see some good KI gameplay!

[@netanelaker4437]

Uploaded 25 minutes ago. KI content. INSANE

[@mountainwarrior108]

This game is so called, I was pissed when I found out it was only on X Box many years ago. The Music is Amazing 🤜👍

[@tropixx_xlr1549]

I'm so glad it branched out to several areas, so I don't have to buy an actual Xbox console just to play one game.

[@Iqzzy-KO]

Wassup Max? Good matches bro!

[@Blake_Mills]

Did thunders stage always start off bright then transition to rain? I remember it always being dark and storming. That background looks rough in daylight. But damn that song goes so hard.

[@isaaccooper862]

Yeah the thunder and rain and tornado doesn't happen until the match ends/ultra combo goes off

[@jamesnelson5741]

Hello to everyone in the Dood Community. I was looking through Steam and saw that Killer Instinct is currently free so I figured, "Why the hell not". What would be some characters to start with a complete noob at the controls or has Max done a video?

[@apexpredator6521]

i forgot how fire KIs music is

[@MrWhite5150Duke]

Finding exhibition matches is super quick compared to pre update, and my opponents have been friendly! Almost no cheap shit. Most fun I've had on my Xbox one x. Learning spinal.

[@AlexVazco]

There is a bug right now in KI that's giving free stars to players lul so most of them don't really have that many stars, if any at all

[@iancraig5415]

15:15 holy shit i didnt even know that was possible

[@mjames014]

KI is still the best balance yin and Yang fighting game out

[@glowdonk]

I'm glad this game is getting a comeback

[@adammanning1805]

Love this game!! Gameplay and music is so good.