Lei Fang Goes Out With A Bang

Dead Or Alive 6 has given me hours of entertainment.  Fast action and polygonal waifus are the flavors of the month any time DOA is being played.  One thing that may get overlooked are those hilarious moments that come from the Danger Zones littered throughout most of the levels.

I shared one of these moments in an earlier post, when I showed Ayane kicking Marie Rose off a roof, causing her to take a comedic journey to the ground below and die.  Now it's time for Lei Fang to have her moment in the spotlight.  Have a look.

As you can see, Lei Fang is embroiled in an "dynamite" battle with Raidou.  If only she had known that simply meeting Raidou is a "powder keg" because of his "explosive" personality.  Perhaps he got tired of hearing her annoying voice and just..."blew up."

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Dream Games: Dead Or Alive Spinoffs Wishlist

For those who have been reading my posts, it's no secret to I am a fan of the DOA series.  I may or may not be alone in thinking that the series is the best 3-D fighting series, narrowly edging out Tekken.  But, surely there are other things the characters can do, right?

Yep, I'm talking spinoffs.  They have the balls-hard Ninja Gaiden series and the shitty yet serviceable Xtreme series, but they can still branch out further.  I see great potential in other types of spinoffs starring the characters of Dead Or Alive.  These are just a few that could work if some serious effort was put into them.

1.  A Stealth Game Starring Ayane and Hayate

A stealth game starring Hayate and Ayane has serious potential.

They're ninjas like Ryu but they feel different.  They seem stealthier than Ryu, a trait that could be emphasized in a Tenchu-style stealth game.  Running through the shadows with Ayane and jumping across rooftops Hayate seems like it could be fun.

2.  A Beat 'Em Up Starring Jahn Lee and Lei Fang

Jahn Lee and Lei Fang are capable of carrying a beat 'em up.

If anyone could beat up endless waves of generic thugs and the occasional boss, it's Jahn Lee.  Not one to be outdone, Lei Fang would join him.  They could mow down enemies in a Final Fight or Tekken Force-style game.  A few of the bosses could probably be DOA characters.

3.  A Survival Horror Game Starring Marie Rose

Marie Rose is capable of surviving horror, but she'd better dry those tears first.

There wouldn't be a better protagonist for a survival horror than Marie Rose.  She's small, looks vulnerable, and cries.  She could run, hide, duck, and squeeze away from enemies her martial arts can't defeat, perhaps an army of bloodthirsty Raidou's.

4.  A Rhythm Game Starring Zack

A rhythm game starring Zack...be ambitious.

He's a DJ.  He might as well act like it.  A game that shows his musical knowledge while testing your rhythm would be an interesting idea.  Something like Project Diva could work.

5.  A Platformer Starring Nyotengu

A platformer would allow Nyotengu to spread her wings.

Nyotengu's flight and wind powers have a place in gaming.  Just not in DOA.  There IS potential that she could successfully carry an action platformer.  Perhaps her wind powers could be used for solving puzzles.  A game similar to Owlboy would be a strong possibility.

6.  An RPG Starring The Ninjas

Tell me this doesn't look like an RPG spell.

Ryu, Ayane, Kasumi, and Hayate all have weapons and ninja magic.  The potential for a decent RPG is there.  Momiji and some characters made specifically for the game could round out the party.  It wouldn't be on par with Final Fantasy, but it could still be solid.

7.  An Educational Game Starring Nico

Is there any interest to learn from Nico and be rewarded with fan service?

Learning math, science, etc. from an anime-cute girl could be a powerful tool for teens and lonely college students. It wouldn't be anything to special.  Just some problem-solving.  Then she could quiz players.  Keeping in line with DOA tradition, getting perfect quiz scores could mean earning fan-servicey pictures of Nico.  Any takers?

8.  An All-Female Wrestling Game Featuring Tina

A women's wrestling game anchored by Tina seems like a no-brainer.

An all-female game can work if the mechanics are as good as the fan service.  If there was an all-female wrestling game that had good gameplay, it would be quite the feat.  Being a wrestler, Tina would the big name to draw in those fans.  Ideally, it would be Rumble Roses with much better gameplay.

9.  A Fighting Game Built Around Rig

The best to get take seriously by E-sports might be to "Rig" the game.

One of the of the big things many say hold DOA back is the fan-servicey nature of the women's outfits.  While I believe that's one of the things that sets the series apart, apparently some people don't like it.  A good fix to the problem wouldn't be the strip away a part of DOA's identity, but to create a slightly different alternative set in the same universe.  Rig is the most interesting character in the series, so he'd be a good character to focus on.  Maybe he could bring a few DOA characters with him (such as Bass or Diego), but it would be a brand new game with its own set of characters.  It could be a game that E-sports can take seriously (whatever that means).  It could largely be the same gameplay, so DOA veterans would be able to jump right in.  It could be badass if it happens.

10.  An Action Game Starring Christie

Christie could "play with enemies until they break" and "make them cry some more".

Christie is armed with weapons.  Weapons that she doesn't use.  A solid action game could be just what she needs to put them to use.  Naturally, she should wear a number of sexy outfits that fit with where the mission take place, such as a wetsuit for swim missions or her riding outfit for motorcycle missions.  As long as they make it better than Death By Degrees and they'll have something.

And that's just some of the way they could expand the Dead Or Alive franchise.  Is there a character you think deserves their own game?  What genre would it be?  Comment and have your voice heard.

My Dead Or Alive 6 Costume Wishlist

Dead Or Alive 6 is a pretty good game.  The gameplay is strong, the roster is solid, the graphics are good, and the music is at least half-decent.  On the whole, it's a good game.

DOA is about more than having good gameplay and good characters, though.  The costumes are as big a part of the series as the counter system.  They vary from badass to sexy to weird to...ordinary.  Here are just a few I would like to see return.

20.  Lisa Mach Swimsuit

Hey, Lisa...you doing okay there?

Surely you didn't think this list wouldn't include a swimsuit.  I decided to get this one out of the way early because...do I really have to explain.  It would be nice if this costume wasn't just limited to Lisa.  They should give one to each girl some variation of this.  It would just be nice to get it, though.

19.  Kokoro's Naughty Girl Outfit

Not sure why, but I can't help but think of Tifa when I see this outfit.

A outfit that shows Kokoro's wild side.  A hot little number.  For some odd reason she reminds me of Tifa from Final Fantasy 7 in this outfit.  

18.  Momiji's Shrine Maiden Outfit

Easily my favorite Momiji outfit...for reasons.

A cute little outfit Momiji wears.  I like to call this the Momiji Surprise because...anyone who's used this outfit will know.  Maybe Momiji will come with it.  Who knows?

17.  Ayane's School Uniform

The best of all the school uniforms belongs to Ayane.

My favorite Ayane outfit.  I would love it if they brought back both this version and the blazer-type version.

16.  Lei-Fang's Black Leather Outfit

I don't think I'll ever dislike this outfit.

My favorite Lei-Fang outfit.  Based on an outfit from the original DOA, it's a true classic.  It would be nice if they went back to her original footwear, though.  The heel boots just don't do it for me.

15.  Kokoro's Second Outfit

She's totally covered and still sexy somehow.

A comfortable-looking, all-covering outfit that still somehow looks sexy.  Maybe it's just Kokoro though...

14.  Kasumi's Tanktop, Shorts, and Short Boots Outfit

Kasumi looks so ordinary in this outfit and that's not a bad thing.

Kasumi has a treasure trove of cute outfits and this is favorite.  Makes her look like a regular girl.  There's just something alluring about this outfit.

13.  Rachel's Tough Chick Outfit

Even if Rachel doesn't return, this outfit should.

An outfit looks sexy while making her look tough.  If Rachel doesn't return, they she give it to Tina or Christie.  Nico needs outfits, so she could be a possibility, too. 

12.  Christie's Black and Blue Flame Outfit

The outfit looks cool, but maybe she should at least wear a bra.

A cool-looking outfit that just screams Christie.  It's better than that jumpsuit she wears.  This should have been her default.  I do wonder how she prevents wardrobe malfunctions, though.

11.  Japanese Gym Outfit for Ayane, Kasumi, Hitomi, and Kokoro

I can't lie.  Ayane and Hitomi wear the hell out of these outfits.

Some of the other girls got a version of this outfit in DOA 5.  Only Ayane, Kasumi, Hitomi, and Kokoro looked right in them though.  I like how the blue bloomers go with Ayane's purple hair and Hitomi looks at home in her red bloomers.

10.  Mila's Sport's Bra and Sweat Pants Outfit

Mila's ready for a day at the gym.

A good outfit to keep Mila going during those intense workouts.  Heck, it even comes with a towel to wipe away the sweat.  A practical, sexy outfit.

9.  Tina's Black and Silver Outfit

I can't think of a reason they wouldn't bring this back.

A good outfit for Tina.  The WWE Diva's could learn a thing or two from her fashion sense.

8.  Rig's Prisoner Outfit

Look how cool and tough he looks in that outfit.

Don't now why, but I have a soft spot for this outfit.  And no, it's not because I've been to jail, because I haven't.  He just looks cool in this.

7.  Kasumi's Leather Jacket Outfit

Kasumi brings this outfit straight out of the 50s.

A cute outfit with an old-school vibe.  Looks like it'd be good for a night at a drive-in movie.  Or maybe motorcycling.  Or perhaps going to a roller rink.  An old-fashion date outfit.

6.  Kokoro's Jacketed Exercise Outfit

They're almost there.

They practically have the outfit already.  All they need to do is add the option to put on a jacket.  It shouldn't be too hard.

5.  Eliot's ? Outfit

A guy in a dress or a punk rocker?  You be the judge.

Is it a skirt?  Is it a quilt?  Is it some British punk outfit?  I don't know why, but I like it.  Female gamers and gay guys may appreciate that you can finally get an upskirt from a guy.  Let's just hope he's the only guy who does so.

4.  Pai Chan's Shorts Outfit

Bring this back and bring back Pai while you're at it.

A nice outfit for Pai.  Maybe they could give it to Kasumi or Lei-Fang.  Then again, Ayane has a lack of cute outfits, so she'd be a good candidate for it.  It could work for Nico, too.  Better yet, bring back Pai and give it to her.

3.  Jahn Lee's Shoulder Armor Outfit.

That is a well-protected shoulder.

Sometimes it's the simple things that make an outfit work.  A little shoulder armor goes a long way.

2.  Lei Fang's Lounge (?) Outfit

Whether it's a lazy day or a brutal fight, there's a place for this outfit.

I love the heck out of this outfit.  I can just see her studying at home or even showing up to class in this.  A late-night trip to the grocery store wouldn't be out of the question, either.

1.  Marie Rose's Goth/Loli Outfit

The shawl and headpiece take the outfit from cringy to cute.

Marie Rose's best outfit, yet it's not here.  They have her dressed-down version, the version I don't like.  If the add the shawl and headpiece, the outfit will be complete.

And that's just twenty of the many outfits I'd like to see return in DOA 6, in no particular order.  Agree?  Disagree?  What old outfits would you add?  Have your voice heard.  Comment.

Dead Or Alive 6 Intersection

The music of DOA 6 is kind of meh.  I just wasn't feeling a lot of the new music.  That doesn't mean there weren't some decent tracks.  Intersection is one such song.

Intersection isn't normally heard during gameplay because it's not a stage theme.  But the soundtrack is customizable, so you can set it as a character theme if you wish.  This song is perfect for Nico.  A nerdy, relaxing theme that still works for a fight.  Have a listen.

Doesn't it just remind you of Nico?  I can imagine her getting ready for a hardcore gaming session at home.  She'll step out of her boots, curl up on the sofa with a game controller, and go all night.  Maybe she'll accidentally blow up the TV with lightning in a fit of gamer rage.  Then, she'll gloat to the TV about an "undeniable difference" before posing like a dork.

She'd start the game off in a good mood...

...then she'll rage at the machine, destroying it...

...before finally posing and declaring her superiority.

And that's Intersection.  Set it as Nico's character theme and enjoy the fights.  Crank it up in DOA 6.

Marie Rose Takes A Tumble

In spite of its problems, Dead Or Alive 6 has given me hours of enjoyment.  From the story, to the quest mode, even lesser modes like arcade and survival.  I created this little gem in DOA Quest, totally by accident.  Have a look.

I laughed my ass off.  I didn't think the girl would plummet to a cartoon-style death.  Then, I felt bad because it feels so wrong to beat on Marie Rose.  She's just so...small.  After that, I laughed some more.

Funny thing is this is what would happen in real life.  Marie Rose would declare she's going to take out the garbage.  Then, she'd get kicked off of a building or cliff (probably by Ayane) seconds later, hit the ground with a hearty splat, and die.  Dead Or Alive, indeed.

But wait, she's not dead.  Just look at her shake off the cobwebs like a G.  She stays on the ground, but she still just shakes it off.  If nothing else, Marie Rose is tough.

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