FGCism - Harada needs to go to jail

In this episode, the FGC community is abuzz with frustration as Nexon's lackluster promotion of DNF Duel becomes evident, further compounded by disappointment over the absence of rollback netcode in the Switch version. However, amidst the turmoil, excitement ensues as the MK1 gameplay is revealed, taking us back to the roots of classic fighting games.

The FGC landscape experiences a seismic shift with the highly anticipated launch of Street Fighter 6, unleashing a wave of competitive fervor and anticipation.

Yet, controversy looms as Punk's offensive pronouns are listed during a tournament stream, hosted by Smash Alum HungryBox, triggering intense debates and raising important discussions within the community.

Meanwhile, the exclusion of ChrisG from Twitch Rivals sparks outrage, reminding us of his past inflammatory comments about black women in gaming, which led to his removal from eSports Team Evil Geniuses. Additionally, the notorious game developer MikeZ resurfaces, announcing his return to the scene with Diesel Legacy, following his public cancellation due to making racist remarks on stream and allegations of being an abusive boss during his time at LabZero.

Amidst these whirlwinds, skepticism arises as Saudi Arabian eSports Gamers8 hosts a high-stakes "invitational" for Tekken 7 and Street Fighter 6, boasting an extravagant $1 million prize pool that raises eyebrows and prompts speculation. Join the Team Rushdown as they delve into these gripping events, navigating the complex terrain of the fighting game community with candid analysis and insightful discussions.

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