Killer Instinct Discussion Thread

many boardsies playing this? lack of a fightstick for xbox one is annoying

Killer Instinct at MLG Anaheim - mlg.tv/fgc

Players registered are all listed here (might get a few more registering on site on day one) http://team-builder.majorleaguegaming.com/events/116/teams

Bracket : http://www.majorleaguegaming.com/mlg-events/brackets/anaheim-2014/killer-instinct


Saturday

5:00 PM – 7:00 PM 2 Winners Round 1 Matches & 4 Winners Round 2 Matches
7:30 PM 2 Losers Round 1 Matches & 1 Losers Round 2 Match
Followed By 3 Winners Round 3 Matches & 1 Losers Round 3 Match
Followed By 4 Winners Round 4 Matches & 1 Losers Round 5 Match

Sunday

10:00 AM 2 Losers Round 6 Matches & 2 Winners Semifinal Matches
Followed By 2 Losers Round 7 Matches & 1 Losers Round 8 Match
1:00 PM Winners Final
Followed By Losers Final
Followed By Championship Match
*All times are subject to change based on the length of Matches.
* Times in PST


Microsoft Studios' Killer Instinct Thursday Stream

Also MS had another Thursday stream showing off TJ Combo while having a Q & A session with the viewers. The character is currently only 50% done / 6 weeks old so they still have a lot to do with him such as facial animations.

Killer Instinct at CEO 2014

Saturday 28/6/14
Pools: 5pm - 7pm apparantly its been moved to 7pm GMT on http://www.twitch.tv/st_ultimate
Top 8: 1am GMT on http://www.twitch.tv/ceogaming

Brackets: http://ceogaming.challonge.com/?page=3

the whole tournament will begin and end on Saturday.

TJ Combo on now http://www.twitch.tv/madcatz

Jun_DP101 wrote: »

is there a character reveal at evo?

Evo 2014 Killer Instinct

will be streamed today on this channel at 4pm and 2am (GMT).

http://www.twitch.tv/srkevo2

Top 8 will be streamed on the main stream on Sunday at 7pm (GMT).

http://www.twitch.tv/srkevo1

All the KI Evo 2014 footage.







Warning: Max on commentary

awesome "Thunder's Theme" cover.

Evo Intro Video.

Disk release in september also killer instinct 2 rumoured to be included with the next season. Might have to start playing this stick or no stick.

Post written by Adam Isgreen, MS Creative Developer

"Hello everyone,

Seems like this went over pretty well last week, so while we had an IG stream today that showed the EVO build of KI, I thought it was time for the next textual stream so we can talk about what's up with KI S2 progress!

We have a stage ultra in and working and it’s just... great. It’s very much KI in feel and everyone that has seen it gets a big grin on their face. Not every stage lends itself to having one, but those that have them will likely be very popular choices for matches. Each one is very unique.
Maya’s powered up weapon effects are going to add a very distinct visual look to her combat. You could say that they make the attacks “come alive"....
We are down to only a few issues remaining on the next update before it goes into certification. We’re intentionally taking more time on testing this update so that it can fly through cert and get out to all of you as quickly as possible. Lobby and gameplay stability are the core emphasis of the update.

A smattering of forum stuff:
The focus test at IG this Friday is around balance changes for the S1 cast and potential new tools for each. Once we’re firmer on changes we’ll certainly share with the community.
We have always planned KI as (at least) 3 seasons. While we understand that everyone is excited / worried on who could or could not be in S2, know that by S3 at the latest, all 13 fighters will return.
Season 2 will be adding another 1000+ gamerscore to the title. You can expect a similar achievement set for all the new characters (150GS each), plus some new ones for the season overall.
Character-specific dojo lessons is part of our S2 plan.

And finally, some teases:
One of the oldest characters in S2 is just shy of 3,500 years old!
All characters in S2 are either returning ones or new characters created specifically for the KI universe. No guests.
We (Microsoft) announced some new games this year at E3. It’s possible a KI character this season will have an alt costume inspired by one of them. What could it be and from which game?

NOTE (again) that nothing I say in this or in any other textual stream update regarding any specific original characters should be taken as “confirmation” or even “soft confirmation” that they are in or out of Season 2. Only official announcements are confirmation of anything that will absolutely be in S2."

TJ Combos theme clip

https://vine.co/v/MY1FiQ52hqH

From Adam Isgreen:

Hi everyone,

After a week break for gamescom, we’re back with the textual stream this week.

What’s up with KI:
A lot of official information came out this week for KI S2; Official S2 start date (Oct 15th); the return of Mick Gordon for the music; TJ early access for S2 Ultra purchasers (or via retail disc code); KI2 classic with multiplayer for ultra ed.; Kev Bayliss doing the alternate costumes for the S2 characters.
The patch is still on its way. We’ll deploy it as soon as we can and let you know the minute it goes out.
The S1 change list is very close and we continue to test everything. We’ll share more on the changes (video / stream or text, TBD) once they’re completely locked down.

Maya:
Work on her effects and flow is the current focus. Here’s a fun Maya pressure approach + dagger powerup combo from mid range:
QCF+LP – throw light dagger
F,F – dash roll
(opponent blocks dagger, it bounces & powers up)
Cancel roll into f+HK overhead kick
(catch dagger midair)
Pressure with overhead into a mixup

From the forums / twitter:
We certainly want players to be able to make an informed purchase. You will know more of the features and roster for S2 before launch.
Air breakers being implemented doesn't mean air combos are being added to the cast. They mean that you can break juggle hits as if they were manuals.
There are no clowns, mimes, giant apes or giant snails in S2’s roster.

And finally, teases:
As we’ve said before, Maya’s trailer teases a new character at the end. That new character’s trailer then teases a returning character.
Most of Maya’s arsenal returns in some form. That includes mantis, jungle leap, and flip kick.

Looks really cool

Killer Instinct Season 2 balance changes



Starts at 10:00
System Changes at 14:00
Jago changes at 25:45
Sabrewulf changes at 30:00
Glacius changes at 36:30
Thunder changes at 42:18
Sadira changes at 46:30
Orchid changes at 52:45
Spinal changes at 58:00
Fulgore changes at 1:02:12

Final TJ Combo build at 1:08:30

this was streamed last Thursday. i'm really happy with most of the changes. the only thing that annoys me a bit is the visuals of an air counter breaker. but then i'm aware they can easily make them look better before launch.