Join your favorite fighting game community in supporting some of the players that inspire us to keep playing just one more match even after hours of spinning control sticks. The FGC Arcade is a one day celebration honoring Open Series players and some of the world’s best Mortal Kombat 11 Ultimate, Under Night In-Birth Exe:Late[cl-r], SoulCalibur VI, and BlazBlue: Cross Tag Battle pros.

Tune into PlayStation’s Twitch or YouTube channel on February 5th at 12:00 PM PDT for nine legendary exhibition matches like the fated runback between MK11 icons SonicFox and TheMightyUnjust. Will the underdogs continue to close the distance or will the seasoned veterans shut them down?

Notable commentators like Ketchup, Ebonic Plague, Brett, and Vicious will interview players and work together to analyze the current meta. Be a part of memorable stories, hot takes, and a celebration that can only be described as an explosive way to come together.

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• Trailer
• Schedule
• Mortal Kombat 11 Ultimate Players
• Under Night In-Birth Exe:Late[cl-r] Players
• SoulCalibur VI Players
• BlazBlue: Cross Tag Battle Players

Trailer

Schedule

Every match is first to five games, giving players enough time to adapt to their opponent and show off their signature playstyle.

Bios

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Jeremy “Vicious” Lopez

Host

This former player brings the hype to various professional gaming circuits. Striving to make the best possible impression of the FGC, Vicious also creates content with his own unique spin. He recently co-casted Street Fighter League with TastySteve. 

Mortal Kombat 11 Ultimate Players

Ryan “Ketchup” Neal

Caster

This Open Series commentator and former EVO finalist produces some of the best Mortal Kombat content around in addition to sharing his expert insight with the community on a daily basis.

TheMightyUnjust

Open Series Player

TheMightyUnjust is almost like the main character of the Mortal Kombat 11 Ultimate Open Series. He won the most tournaments and plays most of the roster at a high-level. His previous victory over SonicFox proved the newcomer’s win streak was no fluke.

Match: Vs Sonicfox @ 3:45 PM PDT

SonicFox

Pro

SonicFox is arguably one of, if not the best player in the entire FGC. Their ability to succeed in a variety of fighting games is a testament to this Evil Geniuses’ skill. SonicFox’s positive attitude and results continue to inspire people to join the competitive community.

Match: Vs Sonicfox @ 3:45 PM PDT

Nivek_Gentleman

Open Series Player

Sponsored by Team Phantasma, Nivek has consistently found success since the start of the MK11 Open Series. Even if he doesn’t always win, his Jacqui is never far from the top, acting like a gatekeeper that won’t let anyone through easily.

Match: Vs A F0xy Grampa @ 12:30 PDT

A F0xy Grampa

Pro

You may have seen A F0xy Grampa winning with only grabs on Twitch, but the Problem X Promotions sponsored pro recorded a string of successes throughout NetherRealm fighting games dating back to Mortal Kombat X (2nd at EVO) and Injustice 2 (2nd at ELEAGUE Injustice 2 World Championship). More recently he placed 2nd at Dragon Temple and 7th at Final Kombat 2020.

Match: Vs Nivek @ 12:30 PDT

Under Night In-Birth Exe:Late[cl-r] Players

Brett “Brett” Young

Caster

Brett is an anime fighting game player, commentator, and tournament organizer (AnimEVO). His passion for titles like Gundam Versus, Guilty Gear, and UNICLR has only increased the size of their respective communities over the last decade.

Itz_BigBlack

Open Series Player

Twitter describes Itz_BigBlack as a roaming Byakuya superboss. Run into this two-time Open Series champion online and you’re in for relentless pressure. BigBlack most recently got 5th at the Battle of the Kings event.

Match: Vs Gosuda @ 3:00 PM PDT

Redblade

Pro

Anyone familiar with the competitive Under Night community knows Redblade. His Wagner literally took on the world at Climax of Night 2018 and more recently won Anime Ascension 2020 & Frosty Faustings XII. He also won the most majors throughout Under Night’s history.

Match: Vs Gosuda @ 3:15 PM PDT

Sins_Mo

Open Series Player

The European Enkidu main made waves winning the UNICLR November Monthly Final. He isn’t afraid to share his tech and knowledge with the community, penning an extremely in-depth Enkidu combo guide to help advance the character’s meta.

Match: Vs Neffros @ 1:30 PM PDT

Neffros

Pro

The French pro primarily sticks to Skull Girls and Under Night winning numerous events across both titles. Neffros’ match against Sins_Mo will be a runback after losing to the Endiku player back in the November Open Series.

Match: Vs Sins_Mo @ 1:30 PM PDT

Gosuda

Pro

The Chaos main nabbed 5th at Frosty Faustings XII 2020, 7th at AA2020, and 2nd at STSB 2020. If you want to play Chaos like a pro, check out Gosuda’s extremely detailed series of guides.

Match: Vs Itz_BigBlack @ 3:00 PM PDT + Vs Redblade @ 3:15 PM PDT

SoulCalibur VI Players

Izayah “Ebonic Plague” Philips

Caster

Ebonic Plague commentates both the SoulCalibur VI and BlazBlue: Cross Tag Battle Open Series Monthly Finals. His love for the FGC makes even the dullest match more invigorating.

Keev_Rayne

Pro

The French SoulCalibur pro is one of the best in the world. The game’s director called him a living nightmare worthy of being called the final boss. Keev took first at The MIXUP Invitational, Brussels Challenge Major Edition, EVO Japan 2019, and VSFighting 2019.

Match: Vs D3xus @ 12:00 PM PDT

Cry-Wolv

Open Series Player

Cry-Wolv is an accomplished SoulCalibur VI player for Luminary gaming. The Open Series champion mains Azwel and picked up notable placements at a few big tournaments: 2nd at Skillshot SoulCalibur Open, 5th at CEOTAKU, and 3rd at Dreamhack ATL + KIT.

Match: Vs Party Wolf @ 2:00 PM PDT

Party Wolf

Pro

Representing Accelerate Gaming, this Canadian SCVI enthusiast consistently places in the top 8 at some of the community’s biggest events. His conquests include 1st at the SoulCalibur World Invitational Last Chance Qualifier, 5th at the SoulCalibur World Invitational 2019, 5th at East Coast Throwdown 2019, and 3rd at the Bud Light Beer League 2020 Eastern Finals.

Match: Vs. Cry-Wolv @ 2:00 PM PDT

D3xus

Pro

D3xus earned a name for himself ringing and knocking out opponents in European SoulCalibur tournaments. His Siegfred most recently won the December 2020 SCVI Spain event run in collaboration with Red Kings Esports. He also found success in both the European Online Series and the SCVI Online Challenge.

Match: Vs Keev_Rayne @ 12:00 PM PDT

BlazBlue: Cross Tag Battle Players

Fame96

Pro

Fame96 is part of Play All Gaming. He finished 2nd at EVO 2018 + DreamHack Atlanta, 13th at Frosty Faustings XI, and 7th at ARCREVO 2019 using characters like Yu, Jin, Merkava, and Hakumen. This pro definitely lives up to his name.

Match: Vs RazzoSharp @ 2:30 PM PDT

RazzoSharp

Open Series Player

The Neo Celeste team member sliced through Open Series brackets with Carmine and Hakumen to become a champion. He is a skilled player in the BBTAG community with respectable opinions on character tier lists/viability. 

Match: Vs Fame96 @ 2:30 PM PDT

Uri

Pro

Uri plays BBTAG/BBCF competitively, won ArcRevo 2020 South, and achieved multiple top 8 placements. Learn a thing or two from his combo videos and  passion for the FGC.

Match: Vs @ 1:00 PM PDT

Tempest

Pro

One of the best BBTAG players in NA and beyond, Tempest won CEO 2019 and ARC Revo 2020 NE. The Linne/ES main also placed 5th at Arc Revo 2019. This is one player to follow if you want to become somebody in the BBTAG community. Plus, they offer coaching and tips.

Match: Vs Uri @ 1:00 PM PDT