Don't get crossed up learning the game! Cross up your opponents instead with these introductions to BlazBlue: Cross Tag Battle's mechanics and controls.

Even if you're familiar with the controls and mechanics, hearing multiple people explain the terminology is beneficial. Understanding fosters execution!

What are Smart Combos and Auto-Run?

Smart Combos are auto combos. Every character has two unique Smart Combos that only take a few button presses. The downside is that these combos do less damage than most combos.

Almost every character automatically runs instead of walks, which is different from most fighting games.

What is Cross Raid?

This new mechanic introduced in version 2.0 is a high risk, high reward offensive option. Deplete your entire Cross Gauge after landing Smart Combo to tag in your partner with higher damage output. Optimize your offensive assaults with additional damage, but don't get overzealous using your entire gauge.

What is Ukemi?

Recover in the air with an Aeriel Ukemi! Hold either the Attack A, Attack B, or Clash button to perform it. You can even change your direction when recovering.