Interview: Cyber Japan Agent (Pasadena Regionals 2K18)

日本語: ADC☆Blog (JP)

Last weekend, TPC|Jamal Seto caught up with Cyber Japan Agent for his international debut at Snake T’s tournament, Pasadena Regionals, in California. Check out the interview below:





What’s your background in fighting games?

I began playing fighting games because I like Marvel vs Capcom 2, and I was always playing that.

Did you play any other Marvel vs. Capcom entries prior to Marvel vs. Capcom: Infinite (MvC:I)?

Before MvC:I, I played both Marvel vs. Capcom 3 and Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3.

Evo Japan was the first many learned of your existence; what were your thoughts going into the tournament?

My thoughts on Evo Japan? Well, it was single elimination, so I think luck played a huge part for that tournament.

How about Pasadena Regional’s “Snake T’s Rule” (sets are 4 out of 7 unless a player wins 3-0)?

I think a first to 4 is a true test of skill. That format is better to play in.

What’s the current state of MvC:I in Japan right now?

I think Japan’s overall level is lower than overseas.

Are there any offline weekly or monthly events for MvC:I in Japan?

G.X (Twitter) organizes an online event every Thursday. There was another online tournament on Sundays, but it ended with EVO starting. I don’t know if it will have a successor.

Is the Japanese scene mostly online?

Japanese play the game online.

What are some differences between U.S. and Japanese MvC:I gameplay?

Japanese players more conscientious and diligent. They tend to have calculated play compared to overseas players who are a bit more wild. Overseas players have no issue spending resources to open up their opponent’s defense.

Will other Japanese players continue playing MvC:I?

I’m going to stop playing the game after EVO. If EVO Japan next year has another MvC:I side tournament, it could be a motivator for the other players to continue to play. But it will remain a rough situation unless we have updates.

Who are some other Japanese players the scene should be aware of?

In Japan, it’s Cross. He plays Zero/Dante/Space.





What were your thoughts on the FT15 exhibition with NB|ADC☆Dual Kevin?

Kevin’s team doesn’t have any invincible reversals so he had to hold all of Dante/Dorm’s setplay, it seemed rough for him. Our skill gap was larger than I expected. I knew I’d win around game 4.

What events can we expect to see you at next?

For now just Evo! I don’t have anything else planned.

Where can readers find more information about you (Twitter, YouTube, etc)?

I’m only on Twitter (@CyberJapanAgent) and YouTube. A link to my YouTube is on Twitter.

Any shout outs?

Please update MvC:I! I want additional characters. This is the most fun fighting game I’ve played!



Translation provided by TPC|Jamal Seto (Twitter)

Photos courtesy of Danny “MegamanDS” Shnorhokian (Twitter)

