Arcee "New to DOA 5 is the ability to use Holds to keep your opponent in place while you lay a beat down on them. While in a hold position it may even be possible to do a Power Blow on your opponent, sending them flying into the Danger Zone areas of the Blockbuster Stages found in the game. Taking advantage of all three fighting strategies as well as mastering the fighting mechanics of DOA 5 will definitely help any player make the most of the game."
Trevor Walker said: Fighting games have always been able to simultaneously experiment and innovate while staying true to their roots in the best of ways. Mechanics change, crossovers take place, and evolution occurs. One of the best examples of all three can be seen in the coveted guest character.
Dead or Alive 5 debuted 10 years ago today, ushering in a new era of AAA free-to-play gaming which has since become commonplace.
I really wish "free-to-play" got a different name. Because, yeah, you can play (part of) the game for free, but then they hypercharge you for DLC. Nearly 1000 credits to get all the DLC? Damn.
Worse decision ever for the gamer. Over emphasis on fan service nonsense and micro transactions than making a great fighting game.
Use to love the game as a Virtual Fighter offshoot and competitor to VF and Tekken. Won't touch this current incarnation with a 10 foot pole. You know there was something wrong when they tried to charge for hair color.
Do people really not realize there was a full release of this game? I've seen this pop up a few times and it always baffles me that people talk as if DOA5 was only F2P. I still have the Last Round disc that includes all characters, maps and most outfits
Truly the best in the series. If you only want one DOA this is the one to get right here.
I (Robin Ek, TGG) was just informed that it appears as if Jonathan Holmes (writer for Nintendo Force and Destructoid) have stated that the DOA series promotes beating of women. So, here's my take on the matter.
Oh my days! That journalist must be constantly triggered by fighting games, but then I don't understand why he just doesn't quit if he can't handle the scripted actions of pixels.
@SaveFerris
"Absolutely. There are lots of women who take part in contact sports willingly because they enjoy it, and not just martial arts, but also rugby and rugby league."
- Yep, I like American Football more than Rugby though ;)
Jonathan Holmes is a liberal snowflake. Quick Mr. Holmes aka Captain No Manhood call on the developers of DOA to make a safe space in game for these women. The amount of mentally unstable people on earth is hilarious, but also extremely scary at the same time.
BUHAHA
Don't include women in fighting/shooting games = sexist because women are equal
Put women in = sexist because it promotes domestic violence
This game looks sweet.. I still own the collection on my old xbox, DOA4 on 360, & even dimensions on 3DS.. This is a day 1 purchase for me but only if it scores well.. Its looking to be a great game so far but after seeing what team ninja did with ninja gaiden 3, ima be careful before diving in.. The main dude (i forgot his name ;( )left so i hope this turns out well
I only like DOA when it's a fighting game so I'm not sure what this is supposed to be. Everytime a "power blow" happens they completely take you out of the experience and make you watch a cutscene while your opponent tries to figure out where to magically throw you into the environment. This game will flop. Even Ninja Gaiden 3 looks better than this.