Over the past few days, the official Twitter account of Dead or Alive developer Team Ninja has been showcasing a ton of gameplay in a long series of short clips.
The videos show off several aspects of the upcoming games, alongside the cast wearing a variety of outfits.
On top of the gameplay, we also get some rather detailed explanation of some of the features that make Dead or Alive 6 unique, and some mechanics specific to a few of the characters.
The “Fatal Rush” (SSSS) is a stylish combo attack which can be performed by using the “S” button only. This feature can serve as an entry to DOA6 for newcomers and as a new tool for high level players. #DOA6 #DEADORALIVE6 pic.twitter.com/Z0oJAWlBSB
— DOATEC(DOA6)OFFICIAL (@DOATEC_OFFICIAL) December 17, 2018
When landing a Fatal Rush, remember that you can stop before the final blow and chain into normal moves to continue your own custom combo. Here is a sample of what you can do fighters. #DOA6 #DEADORALIVE pic.twitter.com/Xeiz8spKGW
— DOATEC(DOA6)OFFICIAL (@DOATEC_OFFICIAL) December 19, 2018
サイドステップ（↑or↓＋S）を使えば直線的な打撃を回避できる。サイドステップ中に攻撃を受けると、すべてカウンターヒットとなるため注意も必要だ。 https://t.co/pWVagX27lc #DOA6 #DEADORALIVE6 pic.twitter.com/7qg3UFRFef
— DOATEC(DOA6)OFFICIAL (@DOATEC_OFFICIAL) December 20, 2018
If you push “S” during a Side Step, you can execute a Side Attack. A Side Attack is a move that dodges opponent’s linear strikes and sends them flying back when hit. Be careful when using a Side Attack because if its blocked, it will leave you open to a guaranteed throw. #DOA6 pic.twitter.com/ffTTW2odac
— DOATEC(DOA6)OFFICIAL (@DOATEC_OFFICIAL) December 21, 2018
Side Steps & Side Attacks can be stopped by tracking strikes. However, you can trigger a special Fatal Stun when hitting your opponent with the first hit of Fatal Rush during a Side Step. This Fatal Stun will turn them around, allowing you to strike them however you’d like. #DOA6 pic.twitter.com/uHtbAq74lK
— DOATEC(DOA6)OFFICIAL (@DOATEC_OFFICIAL) December 21, 2018
When having a full Break Gauge and executing a complete Fatal Rush (SSSS) it will automatically trigger a Break Blow. However, if a player prefers to save the Break Gauge for later they can execute a Fatal Rush by itself by pushing SSS Back+S instead. #DOA6 #DEADORALIVE6 pic.twitter.com/vI5Y0DXx8g
— DOATEC(DOA6)OFFICIAL (@DOATEC_OFFICIAL) December 23, 2018
Fatal Stuns caused by Fatal Rushes can only be escaped by using Break Holds. Using Fatal Rushes carelessly could get you countered. However, Break Holds stop all High Mid & Low strikes with proper timing but also use up 50% of the Break Gauge. So make sure to use it wisely. #DOA6 pic.twitter.com/Nm4FZF8xDr
— DOATEC(DOA6)OFFICIAL (@DOATEC_OFFICIAL) December 23, 2018
NiCO is ready to take on all the DOA Fighters. Get your pre-orders in now so you can take advantage of the pre-order bonuses! More info here fighters: https://t.co/Twb28GoU7x #DOA6 #DEADORALIVE6 pic.twitter.com/VvJMYEJVyH
— DOATEC(DOA6)OFFICIAL (@DOATEC_OFFICIAL) December 24, 2018
Bass is ready to toss the competition around. Remember that console pre-order bonuses at select retailers(Gamestop/Best Buy/EB Canada/Amazon) include Nyotengu as a downloadable character available at launch & an additional costume for Kasumi. https://t.co/Twb28G7jfZ pic.twitter.com/GZi2A4YO1l
— DOATEC(DOA6)OFFICIAL (@DOATEC_OFFICIAL) December 26, 2018
Sit-down stuns have now become Fatal Stuns and will not allow you to counter hold regularly. This is similar to DOA5 sit-down stuns with one exception. These Fatal Stuns can still be interrupted by a Break Hold if the opponent has 50% of a break gauge. #DOA6 #DEADORALIVE6 pic.twitter.com/Mg4uHbWQpl
— DOATEC(DOA6)OFFICIAL (@DOATEC_OFFICIAL) December 26, 2018
サイドステップ中にSを押すことでサイドアタックが出せる。サイドアタックは直線的な打撃をよけながら相手を吹き飛ばす打撃だ。ガードされると隙が大きく、投げ技による反撃が確定するが、直線的な打撃が多いDOA6では非常に強力なツールだ。https://t.co/pWVagXjIJM #DOA6 #DEADORALIVE6 pic.twitter.com/C3rtWYtKDG
— DOATEC(DOA6)OFFICIAL (@DOATEC_OFFICIAL) December 27, 2018
サイドステップやサイドアタックは回転系の追尾打撃には弱い。例えばフェイタルラッシュの1段目を、サイドステップやそれと同じ種類の動きに当てると特殊なフェイタルスタンが生じ、相手がこちらに背を向ける。その状態ではガードができないため、大チャンスとなる。 https://t.co/pWVagXjIJM #DOA6 pic.twitter.com/zNgCjY8hoe
— DOATEC(DOA6)OFFICIAL (@DOATEC_OFFICIAL) December 27, 2018
Mila is now capable of doing an expert low hold, which can be done by pressing Back then Down/Forward+Hold (43+H). This will allow Mila to strangle the opponent with the ground move known as “Butterfly Choke”. #DOA6 #DEADORALIVE6 pic.twitter.com/tDdqJYCbWm
— DOATEC(DOA6)OFFICIAL (@DOATEC_OFFICIAL) December 27, 2018
ブレイクゲージが100%の状態で、フェイタルラッシュを最後まで決めると最後の一撃は自動でブレイクブローになる。だが、最後のSを後ろ方向と同時に押せば、コンボの最後にブレイクブローが発動せずフェイタルラッシュの4段目になるため、ブレイクゲージを温存できる。https://t.co/pWVagX27lc #DOA6 pic.twitter.com/iAQJKSKE1c
— DOATEC(DOA6)OFFICIAL (@DOATEC_OFFICIAL) December 28, 2018
「フェイタルスタン」はブレイクホールドでのみ抜けられる。ブレイクホールドは上中下段問わずタイミング次第で成功するので、派生が1つのフェイタルラッシュをうかつに出すと対処されるが、ゲージを50%消費するため、使う/使わない が戦略のカギとなる。https://t.co/pWVagXjIJM #DOA6 #DEADORALIVE6 pic.twitter.com/uB44kfBPKu
— DOATEC(DOA6)OFFICIAL (@DOATEC_OFFICIAL) December 28, 2018
前作のクリティカルホールドできない尻餅系のスタンは、本作ではフェイタルスタンとなった。特有のダメージ補正がかかるが、ブレイクゲージが溜まりやすくなったり、相手にブレイクホールドを出させてゲージを消費させることができるため、戦略的に狙っていきたい。https://t.co/pWVagXjIJM #DOA6 pic.twitter.com/rfxZWNca5M
— DOATEC(DOA6)OFFICIAL (@DOATEC_OFFICIAL) December 29, 2018
Ayane has gained new powered up combos. If you do a slight delay after Punch, Punch, Punch then push Kick (PPP·K) the combo will change and do more damage. There are other combos such as Forward Forward Kick, Kick, delay Kick (66KK · K) that also power up using the same commands. pic.twitter.com/8yEObMcGqF
— DOATEC(DOA6)OFFICIAL (@DOATEC_OFFICIAL) January 2, 2019
Hayabusa has gained a new ceiling move! When an opponent is being juggled, pressing Half-Circle Forward+Throw (41236+T) during Ongyoin now allows a Tenjou Izuna. This move can be used in many situations, including after the new Ongyoin Down+Punch+Kick (2P+K)Move. #DOA6 #Hayabusa pic.twitter.com/NtQRChqOjA
— DOATEC(DOA6)OFFICIAL (@DOATEC_OFFICIAL) January 2, 2019
New techniques have been added to Kasumi! For example you can now do Forward Forward + Kick then Punch (66+K,P) allowing you to mix up between the mid kick and mid punch combo string finisher. #DOA6 #DEADORALIVE6 #Kasumi pic.twitter.com/mhf3DD73Bj
— DOATEC(DOA6)OFFICIAL (@DOATEC_OFFICIAL) January 3, 2019
In DEAD OR ALIVE 6, arenas continue to play an important role in the fight. Combining arena combos with the new Break Gauge can allow you to be very creative if used correctly. Make sure to explore the arenas fighters! #DOA6 #DEADORALIVE6 pic.twitter.com/3yVCC0j36f
— DOATEC(DOA6)OFFICIAL (@DOATEC_OFFICIAL) January 3, 2019
DOA6 is almost here fighters! Join Diego and the rest of the DOA cast in the evolution of true fighting entertainment. Pre-Orders are available now. For more information on pre order bonuses please go here. https://t.co/Twb28G7jfZ #DOA6 #DEADORALIVE6 pic.twitter.com/w8zkq3wICz
— DOATEC(DOA6)OFFICIAL (@DOATEC_OFFICIAL) January 4, 2019
Managing your Break Gauge and using it correctly will save you from hard situations. If you use it carelessly it will leave you wide open to your opponents attacks. #DOA6 #DEADORALIVE6 pic.twitter.com/3tB95MSlZ4
— DOATEC(DOA6)OFFICIAL (@DOATEC_OFFICIAL) January 5, 2019
The latest tweet from earlier today sounds like it may be the end of the series, but it includes an interesting line.
“Perhaps the time has come to give our fighters a chance to TEST their skills.”
We hope all the recent videos have gotten you hungry for some DOA action. Perhaps the time has come to give our fighters a chance to TEST their skills. Make sure to follow us here so you don’t miss any updates.. . . #DOA6 #DEADORALIVE6 pic.twitter.com/yXYEk8233N
— DOATEC(DOA6)OFFICIAL (@DOATEC_OFFICIAL) January 5, 2019
If I was a betting man, this definitely sounds like a further tease of the possible demo release to which Dead or Alive 6 Producer and Director Yohei Shimbori hinted around the end of December.
Considering that Dead or Alive 6 will release worldwide for PS4, Xbox One, and PC on Feb. 15, 2019, it’s quite possible that we hear an official announcement soon.
In the meanwhile, if you want to see more of the game, you can check out the latest character reveal with Elliot and Brad Wong, a batch of Bonus Costumes for Kasumi and Ryu Hayabusa, and more for newly-revealed character NiCO, Tina, Hitomi, and Leifang.
