The Greatest EVO Finals of All Time.

[@SethKasso]

FGC history content is some of my favorite content on KZbin. This series is amazing.

[@QuinnClips247]

Word

[@Darkri56789]

I wish more people would do this. The old games had so many good moments!

[@JesusGonzalez-it2sv]

Can't agree more. Check out blaz blue 2014 moments. Sorry was 2014 not 13. My bad

[@Rudiudiii]

True

[@TlelocGaming]

i agree, he should do more

[@splatx8176]

Wasn't planning on watching a 36 minute Street fighter tournament video. but you chauffeured me through solidly with your commentary and it was beautiful.

[@ReaperWeb]

Dude i just realized it was a 36 minute video wtf

[@phensie5021]

Same to me 😆

[@anmax]

It felt like a 5 min video

[@JohnSmith-qf1jn]

Dude the way he hypes parts of the game without even being hyperactive is talent.

[@Harlem1mentality]

Right

[@sasunouchiha1400]

I like how Daigo seems so calm and respectful even with everyone against him.

[@Tenchigumi]

I like and respect the incredible contrast: Justin, excitedly hyping shit up after every improbable victory; Daigo stoic and calm, with an impenetrable poker-face. Makes me think of Mugen and Jin from Samurai Champloo.

[@bigassdummy46]

Pretty easy when you're a living legend and have literally nothing to prove.

[@mrdude88]

Will you care if the world is against you and you already know you’re going to win?

[@samchongjingxian2811]

this is why people like him, like me I really learn his mental thinking while playing game, no need to be a cocky and an angry idiot whether u win or lose a game...just be a calm person, unlike that stupid Wong, I really hate people react like this, what's he doing go joy to the crowd? thought he definitely win?

[@mofo4what]

You act like there was something he could do. He had no choice...

[@venomsnekko]

13:15 The crowd were chanting "Let's go Justin!" He was doomed to lose from that point.

[@leoalcaraz6153]

People need to stop saying that when Justin plays it’s become a self fulfilling prophecy

[@costelinha1867]

@@leoalcaraz6153 Legends say, Mr.Wong is still traumatized to this day. After the great Daigo wars.

[@nabkill0134]

It like they are cursing him.

[@fngerg7034]

i wonder if they were doing that on purpose

[@CheeseLasagna]

I love your usual dbfz content, but these best moments in fighting game history are by far my favorite videos. You just do such a good job at keeping my attention throughout the whole video. Great content, keep it coming!! Oh and Merry Christmas and Happy New Years!!

[@DiegoDeschain]

I second this. Love these.

[@emmarepro2698]

The chair swap myth

[@juliansalamanca9989]

Agree

[@betabenja]

yeah, you build a good story

[@Tenchigumi]

In those days, Justin's talent was his mastery of multiple complex characters, able to swap them as needed to fit the opponent and situation, and use them more proficiently than other pros with their mains. But Daigo's talent was his grandmastery of one simple character, and could make that lone character feel like multiple complex opponents in the same match.

[@edenyan7237]

and it is interesting to see that 20 years after moment 37, Daigo start to enjoy all sorts of characters when doing SF6 online, Justin however stay with Chun-Li all the way to every tournament he joins, the most insane part is both of them are still top tier player, normally you don't get to be that good for that long, I guess these two just build a little differently with others. 😂

[@jamescollins5870]

20 years? This was 14 years ago

[@Tenchigumi]

@@jamescollins5870 He said 20 years after Evo Moment 37, not this match up.

[@benjaminwilson9007]

"What's the mix? He just goes for a meaty."

[@chachawho435]

me when I play any fighting game

[@Native2087]

Super safe approach depending on the meaty.

[@QuinnClips247]

😂😂😂

[@rickyfajar5190]

"how do you know it's an ume shoryu?" "if it hits, it's ume; if it's blocked, it's flowchart"

[@brunocampos7199]

Scrubby players normally mash Dp when they are negative (during strings, wake up, or even meaty). "Ume-shoryu" is using Dp as a neutral tool. Both times he used it, he caught Justin pressing Fierce.

[@rickyfajar5190]

@@brunocampos7199 I know dude, it's a joke

[@brunocampos7199]

@@rickyfajar5190 my bad.

[@neloangelo365]

@@brunocampos7199 same difference

[@richman360]

This comment is underrated

[@idriscicek9596]

hey jim, please please PLEASE more of this series

[@jim-mf3dv]

Yessir

[@wh0racle3]

@@jim-mf3dv spark vs Lord Knight from blazblue was a great one. Or Mike Z's bottom tier Tager destroying those top tier NU13 players. Just a suggestion

[@kidfazer]

idk why he stopped

[@shen-long9082]

Who the hell is jim??

[@debo2189]

I thought it was going to be the match of 'EVO moment 37' only to be surprised by this amazing match, amazing commentary! thank you for this video, i was massively entertained and huuuuuge respect to Justin for pushing Daigo to his limits all the way till the very end and win with the smallest of margins!!

[@ajohndoe17]

I’ve never once thought of myself as a fan of competitive fighting games but I absolutely love your commentary and breakdown of the videos you make.

[@bipolarprobe]

Damn, Justin really put those stars and stripes on and tried his heart out to bring it home for America, but the beast stayed unbeatable. This is a match I've heard about but never given much thought but when you lay out the history and play out the drama like this beat by beat it ascends the match to new heights for all of us folks who weren't there to experience it live. Love these videos and how they enrich fighting game history.

[@The_ZinKy]

good comment bro!

[@NOLAFrog112]

As a 09er whos put fighting games on the back burner for parenthood, listening to your FGC history videos is really nostalgic. Youre great at bringing these moments back alive. Ive always thought you would make an excellent FGC commentator. Request: Cover the moneymatch between Clockw0rk and Golden Boy Neo around 9 years ago. The hype and build up was phenomenal. Not that anyone would have to pull your arm to talk about Marvel 2

[@coolmasterjg2450]

Ready to look at some banger matches!!

[@ahmedalkadhim9806]

Man.... I was a Daigo fanboy during this era but looking back, I really wish Justin won that set. I'm really glad you highlighted this for people who might not know of it. It is an incredible set both in gameplay and historic value, and poses the "What if....?" where, in a universe with no arcade release head start, would Justin have had enough to win this one at least?

[@officerdooderino5266]

Used to be a fanboy as well smh. Glad the early release isn't a thing anymore

[@micah329]

"You can't can't whiff punish a fireball" UI Goku smiling from dbfz

[@MrFatKat]

Gotta love japan vs us - ryu vs balrog even the skins are matching lol

[@gyrenrockz]

i thought Justin is a "Chinese"

[@icecreambrainz8726]

@@gyrenrockz He's American.

[@gyrenrockz]

@@icecreambrainz8726 american citizen yeah but is he not chinese?

[@AX5Terminator]

@@gyrenrockz he's as Chinese as Balrog is African. What's your point, unless we have a native American playing everybody has a country of origin. Him being Chinese don't mean he isn't American...

[@TheIcarusFalls]

@@gyrenrockz If J. Wong is an "American citizen, but actually Chinese" then every white American is an "American citizen, but actually European". Most Americans have European heritage, but that doesn't mean they're European. So just because Justin has Chinese heritage doesn't mean he's Chinese.

[@cappachino20]

Ugh yes this series is back! Probably my favorite thing you do in them is explain, in non condescending ways, why certain moments or mechanics are important. As someone who enjoys watching but doesn't know how to play, it allows me to put myself in someones shoes (someone who knows all this stuff) and get just as hype. Keep it up sir. This was a great Christmas gift. Happy holidays!

[@poindextertunes]

I love the language of SF. 2 players, worlds apart, exchanging technical banter to come to a poetic conclusion 🔥

[@joelman1989]

I am one of those who never understood how video games could be considered a sport. I like sports, and I played fighting games like street fighter casually in arcades when I was young. But I had no idea how technical the games I played could be. Your explanations of what’s going on go a long way in helping me have such a good time with these videos and recognizing that yeah, games can be just as intense and technical as any sport. This match had me on the edge of my seat.

[@maxcoopper4079]

So cool to see Justin giving some info on the match, i like that you do this as it shows some awesome moments in the FGC.

[@ColinthePulkrabek]

I don’t play fighting games, but I do play strategy games-I loved your concise explanation of the “big picture” strategies at play, helped me understand what was happening much better! Please more, thank you in advance!

[@Lucifri]

One thing I love to see Daigo do is adapt to his opponents. Long sets with Daigo are some of the most entertaining videos in the fgc.

[@GreatKingEd]

Yo, I love this series. Was worried we weren't gonna get more cause its been a while , but a great Christmas eve gift

[@funkaoshi]

I haven’t played fighting games in 20+ years but am now hooked on these fighting game history videos.

[@TheScullens]

I agree!

[@Chronoic]

The thing about Daigo and Justin is, Justin has the Wong factor when he falls behind, but.......... Daigo has Beast mode, which allows him to download and adapt faster if the matches goes way to long, and because Justin had to use his Wong factor early, Daigo, just adapted with Beast mode before Justin can win.

[@milenarkioshi4288]

Dood !!! That's some Rakudai Kishi no Cavalry thing going in there. 10/10, I would read this manga

[@algumnomeaihehe]

this is your brain on weeb

[@TheEvilCheesecake]

High quality video here pal, you did a great job of telling the story and delivering something for people all along the spectrum of SF4 familiarity to pick up on.

[@jmcrofts]

thank you!

[@321tiempo3]

Fun fact: they both wearing their flag colors on their characters, also characters nationalities are the same as the players

[@Michael.Eddington]

Only their race is different

[@321tiempo3]

@@Michael.Eddington what do you mean? They are both humans.

[@Michael.Eddington]

@@321tiempo3 What, that’s their species yeah. I don’t think there’s many dolphins or dogs who could be trained to play SF

[@ginko276]

@@Michael.Eddington lol XD

[@raedien]

I love it when you do these feature match breakdowns with context. These are 100% my favorite videos from you. Keep it up man, your knowledge and passion for the genre come out so much while delivering expert info and hype moments is just too good a combo not to watch. A must-click every time.

[@ClintonChelak]

This match in 2009 was my first intro to the fighting game community, from a recommendation by KZbin. I'd say I became an obsessive fan of fighting games from that point on. Thanks for letting me relive this with fresh commentary.

[@emmettunderwood4621]

You are a fantastic commentator and analysts!!! These kind are my favorite videos of yours. Please do A LOT more like this!!!

[@JohnSmith-qf1jn]

I hate how much I love your commentary. I could listen to you speak for a long time. I want to thank you. Thank you.

[@Brokout]

Please do more of these retrospective videos, your regular content is good, but this is just such an unbelievable step up, it’s hard not to want more.

[@By_the_gods]

I absolutely love your channel, jm.

[@gerharddamm5933]

So perfect that Justin is using the American character while Daigo uses the Japanese one

[@bconte88]

I don't know anything about SF but the way you explain the intricate tech makes the video much more enjoyable to watch. Thank you for the excellent commentary and sharing something that I would normally not watch.

God, that was so sick to watch. Thanks for this one

[@CatychoVT]

The way you explain all this stuff makes sense to people who don't even play fighting games. I love it

[@DanielRodriguez-zj5il]

Oh yeah, I've waited for this...

[@DeanRGG]

All of JMCrofts content is fuego but this series of FGC History is top tier! These breakdown analyses where he explains the intricate details and narrative so wonderfully are why Crofts is the best FGC content creator on KZbin, FREE Can’t wait to see more hopefully sooner!

[@davidmoore3417]

This series is genius and the analysis is absolutely fantastic

[@SB-tv6en]

I’m happy I got to see this for the first time with you narrating the match, your knowledge and experience is really insightful. Thanks for making this match new to me. 👍

[@dylanterry1197]

Jmcrofts I love your commentary and how you explain terminology! Very helpful for newbies

[@Hypno_BPM]

man i miss the 2009-2014 Evo era. It was magical and I’m glad i got to watch them on Twitch

[@sircastic09]

What a Christmas gift! This series is soo dope. Looking forward to more!

[@Donger3k]

My favorite EVO finals of all time. Great commentary!!

[@blueblur1998]

Finally! These are so good thanks for making another one!

[@standoughope]

As a non-gamer, casual observer you do an excellent job at commenting on these matches jmcrofts. It helps me to understand.

[@level12fighter]

What a great video. Thank you for all of the FGC content you put out.

[@bijibadness]

you are actually very talented at commentating this stuff. this is a real career talent, you've got, man. that's awesome. keep it up!

[@thatonelucinamain]

You know a moment is legendary when it causes you to tear up😌

[@kevo1441]

Where was this channel 10+ years ago?? Lol. Being able to get an analysis of the game makes it so much better. Thanks!

[@stonevicta]

2:18 Top 8: 5 Chun-Lis and 2 Yuns. Third Strike meta in a nutshell. lol

[@debo2189]

😂😂😂😂😂 I know right? had huge respect to them pros competing with characters like Q

[@thanosied]

Wow you really make it come alive. Thanks!

[@The_Humble_Hurricane]

Excellent choice for the greatest of all time. Its ironic that we both feel that way, because its literally the first Evolution I saw them both at. I already was a huge fan of Daigo as he embodied my main Ryu Perfectly in my eyes. Justin however was new for me here and it was here that I began to learn the Legend that he was. I was salty when he beat my guy Mike Ross haha . Felt damn good when was "avenged" by Daigo *my own story line * haha. Much appreciated for bringing the greatness of these finals back to the surface. Props my guy✊🏿

[@Zorndar83]

I got a bit late into fighting games but seeing these moments is always a pleasure, in combination with the explanation its a good view into all Fighting games. Especially with the interview of Justin Wong adds a nice touch!

[@tommylugaresi7431]

Love this series! Thank you, JM.

[@yoteca]

I've already watched 3-4 of your videos, such a pleasure. Fantastic commentary, easy to understand even for a casual like me.

[@hawk239128]

I love JWong but The Beast will always be my boi. He's the guy my son grew up cheering for. This was a great set from a great pair of competitors.

[@dodeker7845]

so much memories , fchamp vs kbr , daigo vs justin ... you keep bringing back good old memories bro Happy new year !

[@justblais21]

SF4 2009 was so epic man

[@ai_serf]

thank you for this video. I sprainged my ankle and your videos and fightcade 3rd strike are getting me through the pain. it's a great distraction!!!

[@darknight864]

hell yeah, another greatest moments episode. I love these

[@GiggityNinja]

Dang this may be your best video yet. I have always been a fan since your FighterZ videos started (and still excitedly keep up with those) but this Fighting Game History content is next level. Such a good watch. Also, incredible job successfully incorporating the star Justin Wong himself, truly the icing on the cake

[@petertromp8786]

Please do perhaps the most high level match in all of SFIV, Daigo and Momochi at Stunfest 2015, at some point, please. These analyses are fantastic.

[@time2sleep685]

That's proper journalism champ, much respect on that.

[@TheRADRAD]

Watching this in anticipation of EVO2022 in a couple hours, but... Justin going to Balrog felt like the REAL "USA vs Japan" match had begun. You could feel it in the air of the crowd with their "USA" chants in tow as Justin literally puts an entire country on his back. The symbolism of such a sight is one of the things that makes this EVO GF incredibly memorable. Even to this day, America had not won SF4 on the world stage of EVO. They haven't done it for SF5... yet (go iDom!). In fact, the last time USA took home 1st place in Street Fighter... was over 10 years ago. HD Remix 2010 Snake Eyez Super Turbo 2008 John Choi Hyper SF2 2006 Alex Valle

[@danteasdale286]

For what It’s worth man, I love your commentary and love how in depth you get,. Keep doing what you’re doing

[@MechaJeff]

Excellent video. I really enjoyed it. I've been a fan for a long time, and it's been a real pleasure to see your career and channel grow. I credit you and Dotodoya for keeping me motivated and interested in DBFZ. Keep it up!

[@CogzillaOfDojima]

So happy to see this come back. It's how I discovered your channel in the first place. Happy Holidays!

[@DrFlarz]

my favorite of all time is Lil Majin vs JDCR in Tekken 7 EVO 2018. Lil Majin being the only American player to make into the finals playing against JDCR a dominant player was fantastic. Also the power of the crowd, shouting Lil Majin's name just gave his match so much more hype behind it.

[@JakeFLM]

that wasnt an EVO finals match.

[@tracepalmatier9696]

Aahh, Justin and Daigo were such babies!! Great trip down memory lane, thanks dude

[@mattm1982]

I don't ever play Street Fighter (other than SF2 many years ago), but this was super entertaining to watch.

[@jvo6770]

this commentary was so good even my adhd ass made it through all 36 minutes well done.

[@PaddyRoon7]

Really missed these videos, thanks for working on this type of content again!

[@Maxbeedo2]

My favorite finals was KOF13 2013 Reynald vs Woo, with Reynald in losers going down 0-2, then winning 6 in a row. The biggest momentum shift of all time for sure.

[@ahsanmehmood5358]

Favourite evo moment for many. Bala vs madkof a year ago was not bad either

[@krodmandoon3479]

KoF13 was the absolute shit, reallly upset that 14 never seemed to hit the same heights. Here's hoping 15 brings the heat.

[@saadhasan2518]

Yeah man that and Evo 2012 Grand Final b/w Bala and MadKof was also an amazing match one of the best Evo Grand Finals.

[@saadhasan2518]

All Reynald did was pick Ex-Kyo and then he went into UI mode once Goodbye Esaka started playing in the background.

[@pufffypus8418]

KBR vs Fchamp in winter brawls was a bigger momentum shift imo

[@tommyboy7598]

dude, you are a great KZbinr. like, the definition of what an ideal KZbinr is, is you.

[@asabrone1617]

yessss this fgc history series is incredible

[@LeslieVMooreJr]

Great matchup! Great commentary! Thank you for such an enjoyable video.

[@JT-wv4tb]

I remember watching this happening live on the stream, this was one hype finals! It's always epic seeing these two legends battling out with each other. I also miss watching SF4 matches, imo much more fun game to play and watch than SFV.

[@BuddhaKING86]

Again, LOVE these FGC commentary and you breaking the nuances of the matches and the techniques down. Keep up the good work and looking forward to these whenever you have time to churn them out.

[@Yous0147]

Awesome! Yes, just such an amazing video. It was almost as exciting as watching the real thing and your commentary over it as well as your keen eye on both player's decision's is immaculate and on point.

[@pablobarria296]

i really never underestand fighting games, thank you so much for this videos, so inspiring!

[@Carlos-ln8fd]

Bruhhh i was rooting so hard for Justin at the end there

[@SuperRobertHayes]

I’m so happy I came across your channel man. Honestly you’re the only reason I gave street fighter a chance after watching diagos classic parry. Love the content man please keep it up

[@wildwest1832]

I remember watching these matches live too for EVO. Good old vanilla sf 4.

[@contemporaryart3404]

This and the east vs. west MVC2 breakdown have been my favorites so far. Keep up the good work!

[@shoisty2827]

I love these vids keep it up

[@eliarts.e.a.s.i6756]

Whoop! So glad you did another one of these!

[@SuperDuperSoundFX]

The mind game are epic. 2nd set, tied 1-1, Daigo did multiple dashes to chase Justin, tried to bait a super but ate the Balrog super but still left Justin with no meters and stole that round. Godlike.

[@chotoipho]

Dude, keep up the good work. This series is amazing. Your commentary especially makes it awesome, so much insight

[@ZzigZaG00NIN]

Dude you're really good at commentating

[@dandiaz19934]

JMCrofts PLEASE BRING THIS SERIES BACK. I WANT MORE FGC HISTORY PLEASE

[@fenwild1000]

YES man, I don’t even like SF all too much but I remember nearly dying from the hype of this set

[@pseudzy]

Your best video. So beautifully made, loved the commentary from Justin

[@AcidGlow]

I remember this match very well. It was so intense. 🙂

[@Midori_Hoshi]

I really enjoyed watching this video. Love your passion. Keep it up!

[@EverythingKeem]

Justin used his special ability " Lame it out." "Lame it out allows Justin to play completely safe punishing his opponent and allows them come to him. Lame it second ability activates when his opponent gets into the corner. "

[@JesusGonzalez-it2sv]

Keep this videos up, I love them. Yesturday I watched the umvc3 greatest villain video. Witch I've seen like 4 times now.

[@ShinoYomo]

"LET'S GO JUSTIN !!!!" Is so hype The jerma edit is just as good