Questionaire about an Ash Tales UM title

[Yuki Yagami]

The King of Fighters Ash UM Questionnaire

DISCLAIMER: This questionnaire is not owned or sponsored by SNK Playmore. The questionnaire’s main objective is to collect personal opinions of the KOF community.

I decided to divide it into 2 sets (questions 1-29 (2 categories), then questions 30-58 (3 categories))

1st Set

Answer with yes or no unless you are asked to specify or given specific choices in some questions.

Gameplay
1.  If KOF Ash UM is announced, which battle mode would you prefer? Tag, 3-on-3 or "choose mode before you play"
2.  In case it applies the Tactical Shift System, would you like to have a “2003” and “XI” system select mode?
3.  Which Button Layout should be applied? 4, 5 or Choose your own layout
4.  If it is a 4-button scheme, how will you assign the Tag, Knockdowns, and LDMs?
5.  Would you like to have the Quick Emergency Evade?
6.  Would you like to have about Knockdown attacks, in case this will be a 4-button game?
7.  Would you like to charge Knockdown Attacks from KOF XII?
8.  Would you like to Guard Attack (back + Knockdown) from KOF XII?
9.  Would you like to bring back the Tag Limit System from KOF 2003?
10. Would you like to bring back the Change Attack System from KOF 2003?
11. Would you like to have a Guard Cancel Change Attack from Neo Geo Battle Coliseum?
12. Would you like to keep the Quick Shift and Save Shift from KOF XI?
13. Would you like to keep the Stun Gauge from KOF XI?
14. Would you like to keep the Judgment System from KOF XI?
15. Would you like to keep the Skill Gauge from KOF XI?
16. Would you like to have the Change Attack and Quick/Save Shifts co-exist in this game?
17. Would you like to change the Leader System?
18. Would you like to have the ability to switch Leaders before a match in Single Player Mode?
19. Should most characters regain or acquire another Throw Moves?
20. Should Super Desperation Moves be applied for Ash UM?
21. How many Seconds should the timer be? 99 or 60

Characters
22. Which KOF 2003 and XI characters would you think to be buffed or upgraded?
23. Which characters would you like to add moves?
24. Which characters would you like to have different Leader Desperation Moves?
25. Do you like to have EX versions of some characters in this game?
26. If yes, who it will be?
27. There are 43 regular playable characters in 2003 and XI (Arcade version) combined. Arrange them into teams.
28. Should Adelheid be a Boss (like in 2003) or a Mid-boss (like in XI)?
29. How about Chizuru Kagura, a sub-boss or a final boss?

2nd Set will be answered soon. Do not answer the 2nd set yet unless I asked to.

2nd Set

Answer with yes or no unless you are asked to specify or given specific choices in some questions.

Pesentation
30. Except for the sub-bosses and end-bosses, Would you like to have this game to have new stages?
31. Would you like to hear Remixes of classic KOF/SNK Themes, Remixes of 2003/XI themes or new sets of themes?
32. Would you like to have some special themes for Special Edit themes like in KOF ’98 UM?
33. Which do you prefer when the team theme plays? Leader-based or Team-based
34. How about an arranged version of the Soundtracks?
35. Would you like to reuse the User Interface from KOF 2003, KOF XI or apply a new User Interface?
36. Would you like to reuse some character portraits/illustrations from KOF 2003 or XI or give them a new set?
37. Would you like to reuse the XI Illustrations as official art (plus new ones) in this game or give them a new set?
38. Since Robert in 2003 and NGBC/XI are played by different voice actors, Should 2003 Robert keep his 2003 voice or be “re-voiced” by his NGBC/XI voice actor?
39. Who are the other characters that should be re-recorded?
40. Which characters would you like their sprites to be redrawn, like May Lee and Orochi Chris in 2002 UM?
41. Should the game get some changes in visual effects?
42. Would you like to have added effects when performing a Change Attack and/or Quick/Save Shifts?
43. Should the effects when performing Super Cancels and Dream Cancels be different from performing DMs/LDMs?
44. Would you like to see the DM/LDM effects similar to 2003 or XI or have a completely new DM/LDM Effects?
45. Since it is a dream match, we get special illustrations of teams at the end, Which type of ending illustrations we should get? '98 style or XI style
46. Would you like the default teams in 2003 (including the Sacred Treasures) and XI to have their own Ending Pictures?

Platforms
47. Let’s assume that this game will be released in the arcades first, which Arcade Board you like this game to see? Type X, System Y2 or another (specify)
48. As for a console port, which console would you like this game to be released? PS2, Wii, 360 or PS3
49. Would you like to have this game some console-only characters (like the PS2 KOF XI)?
50. If so, would you like to keep the PS2-only XI characters for the console port?
51. In case this game ends up in the Nintendo Wii. Would you like to have mini-games?
52. In case there is a Challenge Mode, do you like to have this game an Expert Challenge Mode?
53. Would you like to have some Character-specific themes for the console?
54. Would you like to add Graphic Filters for the Console Port?
55. How about 3D-enhanced Stages for the Console?
56. Would you like to have an Arranged Mode for this game?

Miscellaneous
57. Do you think this game will be a completely new game rather than a remake of either KOF 2003 or XI?
58. What will be your expectations of this game in terms of game speed?
 

[Remxi]

1. 2003/XI used some form of tagging and so should this.
2. No, just stick with the XI system. 2003 was awkward and barely useable for some characters.
3. 4 buttons. I never liked having the E button in XI, we've been using CD for like 10 years already so there's no need to add more buttons.
4. Tag = AC/BD, LDM = Character dependent
5. Not sure what this is? Do you mean cancelling your attack into a roll or dodge?
6. Yes, essential part of KoF, map them to CD.
7. I do like this feature from KoF XII and I'm sure it would work well in a 2D KoF as well.
8. No, I never want to see that again.
9. Not sure what this is?
10. No.
11. Yes.
12. Yes.
13. Yes.
14. No.
15. Yes.
16. Not 2003 style, but NGBC style Guard Cancel Change Attack would be nice.
17. I'm not really a fan of the Leader system but it doesn't need to be changed.
18. Don't care.
19. IIRC most characters only had one throw, rather than a C and a D throw. All characters should have at least two basic ground throws.
20. Maybe. It might give certain teams more options rather than relying on saving meter for one strong LDM.
21. Probably 99 for a 3-on-3 tag match.

22. I don't know much about XI character tiers, but I always felt that Whip and Yuri felt weaker than the rest of the cast.
23. Not sure, most XI characters have a fairly deep moveset. Maybe add some things from earlier games that are missing.
24. King, either make it better or just make it like 2k2UM HSDM.
25. YES.
26. Everyone.
27. Too much effort, I don't really care about the way the teams are arranged.
28. One of the bosses, not sure which strength.
29. Chizuru + Maki team as a sub-boss.

I'll finish the rest another time.  

EDIT:
30. Yes.
31. Remixes of 2003/XI stuff + Q32.
32. Yes.
33. Not sure.
34. Can't say no to more KoF music...
35. New interface, XI was terrible, 2003 was OK.
36. New game, new art.
37. New game, new art. That said, XI had some really good concept art.
38. Don't care.
39. Hmmm, maybe a lot of them since the voice work on XI was weak imo. Then again I was really annoyed when they replaced a few voices in 2k2UM for seemingly random reasons.
40. Not sure.
41. Yes, DM/LDM etc. effects in XI were terrible and need to be replaced.
42. Sure.
43. Sure.
44. New effects.
45. Something that was actually drawn by a competent artist. The '98UM ones are all done in a cheap, goofy style.
46. Yes.

47. Don't care.
48. 360 & PS3 at least.
49. If you mean Arcade vs Console then yes console should have extra characters (e.g. bosses).
50. Yes.
51. lolwut.
52. Yes. More challenges. Have the traditional KoF style challenges, but also SF4 style trials for new players to learn the characters. Also don't make some of them so ridiculous like certain 2k2UM challenges.
53. Just give arcade whatever console is going to get in terms of music/stages etc.
54. I don't use them, but provide them for those that do like the blurring.
55. Ugh.
56. No, arcade and console are the same, one set of balance.

57. I don't expect anything, I just want it to happen.
58. Same as XI.

Well, a good quiz to gauge people's opinion/interest in a 2003/XI UM game. I look forward to seeing what other people think of this prospective game. Some of the questions were a bit obvious though e.g. is anyone really going to say "no, I don't want to see any new stages/music/characters"?

[Eddie]

Well, here you go, 1st set.

1.  If KOF Ash UM is announced, which battle mode would you prefer? Tag, it's what marked the Ash saga
2.  In case it applies the Tactical Shift System, would you like to have a “2003” and “XI” system select mode? I'd rather make the game stick to the XI style since the 2k3 seemed way too bare-bones, unless they spice it up somehow.
3.  Which Button Layout should be applied? For me the 5-button layout worked really well with the XI system especially regarding the LDM's
4.  If it is a 4-button scheme, how will you assign the Tag, Knockdowns, and LDMs? Skip this one
5.  Would you like to have the Quick Emergency Evade? By it you mean the "combo-breaker" there was on XI were your teamate saves you? If so. Deftly
6.  Would you like to have about Knockdown attacks, in case this will be a 4-button game? Deftly
7.  Would you like to charge Knockdown Attacks from KOF XII? Sure
8.  Would you like to Guard Attack (back + Knockdown) from KOF XII? Not too sure about this one I think i'd skip on this one.
9.  Would you like to bring back the Tag Limit System from KOF 2003? I pretty much awsered this one on the question number 2, so no.
10. Would you like to bring back the Change Attack System from KOF 2003? No, I prefer the quick shift from KoF XI
11. Would you like to have a Guard Cancel Change Attack from Neo Geo Battle Coliseum? That would be interesting, but I think this system is really similar to KoF XI's saving shift
12. Would you like to keep the Quick Shift and Save Shift from KOF XI? Deftly
13. Would you like to keep the Stun Gauge from KOF XI? Deftly
14. Would you like to keep the Judgment System from KOF XI? Also deftly
15. Would you like to keep the Skill Gauge from KOF XI? Yes
16. Would you like to have the Change Attack and Quick/Save Shifts co-exist in this game? Well if they can be separated into grooves i'd say go for it.
17. Would you like to change the Leader System? Not really, the system seemed to work just fine as far as i'm concerned.
18. Would you like to have the ability to switch Leaders before a match in Single Player Mode? I wouldn't mind that
19. Should most characters regain or acquire another Throw Moves?
20. Should Super Desperation Moves be applied for Ash UM? Well, if the game uses the leader system from 2k3 and XI then no. BUT if you'd make a separate groove that takes off certain things like the quick shift or saving shift then you could make as if all character's in the team would be able to SDM
21. How many Seconds should the timer be? 99

Characters
22. Which KOF 2003 and XI characters would you think to be buffed or upgraded? Momoko felt really lacking, Athena got way too many nerfs, Terry, Yuri, Elizabeth and others felt way too nerfed.
23. Which characters would you like to add moves? Silver, Terry, Whip, Elizabeth, Iori (Flameless)
24. Which characters would you like to have different Leader Desperation Moves? Ash, Duo and Shen I particularly dislike those buffing SDMs, i'd rather give them a proper LDM of massive damage
25. Do you like to have EX versions of some characters in this game? Yes
26. If yes, who it will be? Iori, Robert, Terry, Kyo for starters. Iori's EX could be him still with flames, Terry EX could be his classic Red Jacket outfit with more of a RB2 move-set, Robert EX could be his charger move-set from NGBC, Kyo do I really have to explain this one? Classic Kyo of course.
27. There are 43 regular playable characters in 2003 and XI (Arcade version) combined. Arrange them into teams. Most deftly but a few single entries are also welcome
28. Should Adelheid be a Boss (like in 2003) or a Mid-boss (like in XI)? Mid-boss, unless they put him on a team.
29. How about Chizuru Kagura, a sub-boss or a final boss? I'd rather have her on a team than a boss.

[genocide heaven]

1st Set

1.  If KOF Ash UM is announced, which battle mode would you prefer?
 choose mode before you play
2.  In case it applies the Tactical Shift System, would you like to have a “2003” and “XI” system select mode?
yes
3.  Which Button Layout should be applied?
5 buttons
4.  If it is a 4-button scheme, how will you assign the Tag, Knockdowns, and LDMs?
i should have to think well about it
5.  Would you like to have the Quick Emergency Evade?
yes
6.  Would you like to have about Knockdown attacks, in case this will be a 4-button game?
yes
7.  Would you like to charge Knockdown Attacks from KOF XII?
no
8.  Would you like to Guard Attack (back + Knockdown) from KOF XII?
no
9.  Would you like to bring back the Tag Limit System from KOF 2003?
yes
10. Would you like to bring back the Change Attack System from KOF 2003?
no
11. Would you like to have a Guard Cancel Change Attack from Neo Geo Battle Coliseum?
no
12. Would you like to keep the Quick Shift and Save Shift from KOF XI?
yes
13. Would you like to keep the Stun Gauge from KOF XI?
yes
14. Would you like to keep the Judgment System from KOF XI?
no
15. Would you like to keep the Skill Gauge from KOF XI?
no
16. Would you like to have the Change Attack and Quick/Save Shifts co-exist in this game?
no
17. Would you like to change the Leader System?
no
18. Would you like to have the ability to switch Leaders before a match in Single Player Mode?
no
19. Should most characters regain or acquire another Throw Moves?
yes
20. Should Super Desperation Moves be applied for Ash UM?
yes
21. How many Seconds should the timer be? 99 or 60
99

Characters
22. Which KOF 2003 and XI characters would you think to be buffed or upgraded?
terry
23. Which characters would you like to add moves?
more moves to all characters!
24. Which characters would you like to have different Leader Desperation Moves?
K', Iori, Ash
25. Do you like to have EX versions of some characters in this game?
yes
26. If yes, who it will be?
EX Kyo, EX Iori (with flames), EX Terry (the regular one must be the one with the garou outfit) and moooreeee...
27. There are 43 regular playable characters in 2003 and XI (Arcade version) combined. Arrange them into teams.
too many characters...
28. Should Adelheid be a Boss (like in 2003) or a Mid-boss (like in XI)?
Adelheid should be a mid-boss(he will be on a team in XIII for sure)
29. How about Chizuru Kagura, a sub-boss or a final boss?
I hope not. She should be part of a team.

2nd Set

30. Except for the sub-bosses and end-bosses, Would you like to have this game to have new stages?
yes
31. Would you like to hear Remixes of classic KOF/SNK Themes, Remixes of 2003/XI themes or new sets of themes?
yes
32. Would you like to have some special themes for Special Edit themes like in KOF ’98 UM?
yes
33. Which do you prefer when the team theme plays? Leader-based or Team-based leader based
34. How about an arranged version of the Soundtracks?
yes it would be great
35. Would you like to reuse the User Interface from KOF 2003, KOF XI or apply a new User Interface?
a new one
36. Would you like to reuse some character portraits/illustrations from KOF 2003 or XI or give them a new set?
a complete new one
37. Would you like to reuse the XI Illustrations as official art (plus new ones) in this game or give them a new set?
a new set
38. Since Robert in 2003 and NGBC/XI are played by different voice actors, Should 2003 Robert keep his 2003 voice or be “re-voiced” by his NGBC/XI voice actor?
2003 voice
39. Who are the other characters that should be re-recorded?
No one comes to mind right now
40. Which characters would you like their sprites to be redrawn, like May Lee and Orochi Chris in 2002 UM?
terry with garou outfit
41. Should the game get some changes in visual effects?
yes
42. Would you like to have added effects when performing a Change Attack and/or Quick/Save Shifts?
no
43. Should the effects when performing Super Cancels and Dream Cancels be different from performing DMs/LDMs?
yes
44. Would you like to see the DM/LDM effects similar to 2003 or XI or have a completely new DM/LDM Effects?
new effects
45. Since it is a dream match, we get special illustrations of teams at the end, Which type of ending illustrations we should get? '98 style or XI style
XI style
46. Would you like the default teams in 2003 (including the Sacred Treasures) and XI to have their own Ending Pictures?
yes

Platforms
47. Let’s assume that this game will be released in the arcades first, which Arcade Board you like this game to see? Type X, System Y2 or another (specify)
don't know, there aren't any good arcades near me
48. As for a console port, which console would you like this game to be released? PS2, Wii, 360 or PS3
PS3
49. Would you like to have this game some console-only characters (like the PS2 KOF XI)?
They should add the console-only characters in the original game instead.
50. If so, would you like to keep the PS2-only XI characters for the console port?
yess
51. In case this game ends up in the Nintendo Wii. Would you like to have mini-games?
nope
52. In case there is a Challenge Mode, do you like to have this game an Expert Challenge Mode?
no
53. Would you like to have some Character-specific themes for the console?
yes
54. Would you like to add Graphic Filters for the Console Port?
yes
55. How about 3D-enhanced Stages for the Console?
yes
56. Would you like to have an Arranged Mode for this game?
yes

Miscellaneous
57. Do you think this game will be a completely new game rather than a remake of either KOF 2003 or XI?
yes
58. What will be your expectations of this game in terms of game speed?
same as XI

[Krusan]

First, to say that if they ever do an Ash UM game, I don´t think they would add nothing nor anyone from XII, cos the game would be a copy-paste of old sprites. Anyway, KOF NW would be left all alone if not included in this UM game. Where would you put it?
I would only answer some questions, meaning that others answer will be included in a previous answer or that I don´t specially care about the ones left unanswered.

1.  If KOF Ash UM is announced, which battle mode would you prefer? Would prefer XI style, but "choose mode before you play" would be OK
2.  In case it applies the Tactical Shift System, would you like to have a “2003” and “XI” system select mode? I´d prefer XI sistem, but “choose mode” would be fair.
3.  Which Button Layout should be applied? 4 buttons
4.  If it is a 4-button scheme, how will you assign the Tag, Knockdowns, and LDMs? Roll AB, LDM AC or BD, knockdown CD, tag BC and AD
18. Would you like to have the ability to switch Leaders before a match in Single Player Mode? Yes

Characters
25. Do you like to have EX versions of some characters in this game? Yes, if there is a reason for this character to have an ex version.
27. There are 43 regular playable characters in 2003 and XI (Arcade version) combined. Arrange them into teams.
Ash/Shen/Oswald = Ash Team
Terry/Joe/Duck = Fatal Fury Team
Tizoc/Gato/Jennet = Garou Team
Ryo/Robert/Yuri = AOF Team
Kim/Chang/Jhun = Korea Team
Leona/Ralf/Clark = Ikari Team
Iori/Kyo/Chizuru = 3 Sacred Treasures Team
King/Mai/Mary = Women Team
Benimaru/Shingo/Goro = Japan Team
Athena/Hinako/Momoko = Schoolgirls Team
Malin/Kasumi/Eiji = Anti-kyokugen Team
K/Maxima/Whip = K Team
And now the 3 teams that would be more “creative”:
Adel/Billy/Yamazaky = Adel Team
Eliz/Duo/Sie = Eliz Team
Ramon/Vanessa/Kula = Kof00 team / Agents Team

Kusanagi, Hayate, Gai, Jyazu and Silver could be single entries. Shion and Maki sub-bosses, and Mukai and Magaki Bosses. XI ps2 exclusive characters can be solo entries too.

28. Should Adelheid be a Boss (like in 2003) or a Mid-boss (like in XI)? A normal character
29. How about Chizuru Kagura, a sub-boss or a final boss? Normal character

Platforms
48. As for a console port, which console would you like this game to be released? PS2
49. Would you like to have this game some console-only characters (like the PS2 KOF XI)? Yes, why not?
50. If so, would you like to keep the PS2-only XI characters for the console port? Yes

Miscellaneous
57. Do you think this game will be a completely new game rather than a remake of either KOF 2003 or XI? The way I think about it, it would be more like an XI remake.
58. What will be your expectations of this game in terms of game speed? XI speed

Finally, I wish that an ultimate UM game would someday be made, with all characters from 94 to XI. Would you do a questionarie for a thing like this too?

[frionel]

The King of Fighters Ash UM Questionnaire



1st Set


Gameplay
1.  If KOF Ash UM is announced, which battle mode would you prefer?
Tag
2.  In case it applies the Tactical Shift System, would you like to have a “2003” and “XI” system select mode?
Only XI system
3.  Which Button Layout should be applied?
5
4.  If it is a 4-button scheme, how will you assign the Tag, Knockdowns, and LDMs?
too messy with 4 buttons
5.  Would you like to have the Quick Emergency Evade?
yes
6.  Would you like to have about Knockdown attacks, in case this will be a 4-button game?
Knockdown attacks are a must
7.  Would you like to charge Knockdown Attacks from KOF XII?
NO!
8.  Would you like to Guard Attack (back + Knockdown) from KOF XII?
HELL NO!
9.  Would you like to bring back the Tag Limit System from KOF 2003?
No
10. Would you like to bring back the Change Attack System from KOF 2003?
No
11. Would you like to have a Guard Cancel Change Attack from Neo Geo Battle Coliseum?
It's already exists in XI, and costs 2 skills levels. Like how it works in XI, since changing caracter in-game needs some strategy.
12. Would you like to keep the Quick Shift and Save Shift from KOF XI?
Yes.
13. Would you like to keep the Stun Gauge from KOF XI?
Yes.
14. Would you like to keep the Judgment System from KOF XI?
Yes.
15. Would you like to keep the Skill Gauge from KOF XI?
Yes.
16. Would you like to have the Change Attack and Quick/Save Shifts co-exist in this game?
No.
17. Would you like to change the Leader System?
No.
18. Would you like to have the ability to switch Leaders before a match in Single Player Mode?
Yes.
19. Should most characters regain or acquire another Throw Moves?
Yes, but keeping the switching side system for all characters (including Mary...)
20. Should Super Desperation Moves be applied for Ash UM?
No, Leader System is ok.
21. How many Seconds should the timer be? 99 or 60
99, and long lasting "seconds".

Characters
22. Which KOF 2003 and XI characters would you think to be buffed or upgraded?
Buff : Kula, Gato, Oswald, Eiji, Jazu, Daimon, Kim.
Upgrade : Elisabeth, Momoko, Whip, Silver, Kusanagi, Hayate, Yamazaki, Chang.
23. Which characters would you like to add moves?
Elizabeth, Ash, Adel, Leona, Whip, Joe.
24. Which characters would you like to have different Leader Desperation Moves?
Kim (Phoenix animation), Gato (no more stupid guard crush!), Maxima, Duck, Iori, King.
25. Do you like to have EX versions of some characters in this game?
Yes.
26. If yes, who it will be?
Jhun, Hinako, Mai, Duolon (lol), King, Shen.
27. There are 43 regular playable characters in 2003 and XI (Arcade version) combined. Arrange them into teams.
Ash, Shen, Oswald - Hero team
Elisabeth, Benimaru, Duolon - Rival team
Terry, Joe, Duck - Fatal Fury team
Gato, Jenet, Griffon - Garou team
K', Maxima, Whip - K' Team
Athena, Kensou, Momoko - Psycho Soldiers team
Ryo, Robert, Yuri - Kyokugen team
Eiji, Kasumi, King - AOF team
Whip, Vanessa, Ramon - Heidern's Agents team
Leona, Ralf, Clark - Ikari team
Kyo, Iori, Chizuru - 3 Sacred Treasures team
Shingo, Daimon, Gai - Japan team
Kim, Jhun, Chang - Korea team
Mai, Hinako, Malin - Women fighters team
Mary, Yamazaki, Billy - 97 special team
Hayate, Silver, Jyazu - XI guests team
Kusanagi - Single entry
Adel - Single entry

28. Should Adelheid be a Boss (like in 2003) or a Mid-boss (like in XI)?
Mid-boss and playable.
29. How about Chizuru Kagura, a sub-boss or a final boss?
Chizuru a regular character, Maki a sub-boss.

2nd Set will be answered soon. Do not answer the 2nd set yet unless I asked to.

2nd Set

Answer with yes or no unless you are asked to specify or given specific choices in some questions.

Pesentation
30. Except for the sub-bosses and end-bosses, Would you like to have this game to have new stages?
Yes.
31. Would you like to hear Remixes of classic KOF/SNK Themes, Remixes of 2003/XI themes or new sets of themes?
Remixes of 2003/XI themes.
32. Would you like to have some special themes for Special Edit themes like in KOF ’98 UM?
Yes.
33. Which do you prefer when the team theme plays?
Team based.
34. How about an arranged version of the Soundtracks?
Yes.
35. Would you like to reuse the User Interface from KOF 2003, KOF XI or apply a new User Interface?
New User Interface (new arts, like Hiroaki's arts in 2002 Um).
36. Would you like to reuse some character portraits/illustrations from KOF 2003 or XI or give them a new set?
New set for in-game portraits. And keep the XI illustrations, just new one for 2003 characters by Hiroaki.
37. Would you like to reuse the XI Illustrations as official art (plus new ones) in this game or give them a new set?
See above.
38. Since Robert in 2003 and NGBC/XI are played by different voice actors, Should 2003 Robert keep his 2003 voice or be “re-voiced” by his NGBC/XI voice actor?
2003 voice.
39. Who are the other characters that should be re-recorded?
Mai
40. Which characters would you like their sprites to be redrawn, like May Lee and Orochi Chris in 2002 UM?
Terry.
41. Should the game get some changes in visual effects?
No.
42. Would you like to have added effects when performing a Change Attack and/or Quick/Save Shifts?
No.
43. Should the effects when performing Super Cancels and Dream Cancels be different from performing DMs/LDMs?
Yes.
44. Would you like to see the DM/LDM effects similar to 2003 or XI or have a completely new DM/LDM Effects?
New.
45. Since it is a dream match, we get special illustrations of teams at the end, Which type of ending illustrations we should get? '98 style or XI style
XI style.
46. Would you like the default teams in 2003 (including the Sacred Treasures) and XI to have their own Ending Pictures?
Yes.

Platforms
47. Let’s assume that this game will be released in the arcades first, which Arcade Board you like this game to see? Type X, System Y2 or another (specify)
System Y2.
48. As for a console port, which console would you like this game to be released? PS2, Wii, 360 or PS3
360, PS3, Wii (PS2?)
49. Would you like to have this game some console-only characters (like the PS2 KOF XI)?
NO!!
50. If so, would you like to keep the PS2-only XI characters for the console port?
NO.
51. In case this game ends up in the Nintendo Wii. Would you like to have mini-games?
NO.
52. In case there is a Challenge Mode, do you like to have this game an Expert Challenge Mode?
Yes.
53. Would you like to have some Character-specific themes for the console?
Why not.
54. Would you like to add Graphic Filters for the Console Port?
As long as they keep the original mode, why not.
55. How about 3D-enhanced Stages for the Console?
NO!
56. Would you like to have an Arranged Mode for this game?
NO!!!!!

Miscellaneous
57. Do you think this game will be a completely new game rather than a remake of either KOF 2003 or XI?
A remake of XI would be PERFECT!
58. What will be your expectations of this game in terms of game speed?
Same as XI. Just decrease a little more the hit-stun frames of the jump attacks

That's all folks

[umgogo]

1st Set

Gameplay
1.  If KOF Ash UM is announced, which battle mode would you prefer? Tag, 3-on-3 or "choose mode before you play"
Tag, the XI system is perfect IMO.

2.  In case it applies the Tactical Shift System, would you like to have a “2003” and “XI” system select mode?
See above, IMO the 2003 TS system is merely a "prototype" XI engine.

3.  Which Button Layout should be applied? 4, 5 or Choose your own layout
Five buttons, though I wouldn't mind a sixth "Tag" button to minimize the double-button commands.

4.  If it is a 4-button scheme, how will you assign the Tag, Knockdowns, and LDMs?
With four buttons, I see no alternative to the 2003 way (AC/BD to tag, CD for Knockdown), except that LDM commands should only use a single button rather than two (i.e. qcb, hcf+A OR C, not qcb, hcf+AC).

5.  Would you like to have the Quick Emergency Evade?
Yes.

6.  Would you like to have about Knockdown attacks, in case this will be a 4-button game?
Yes.

7.  Would you like to charge Knockdown Attacks from KOF XII?
No.

8.  Would you like to Guard Attack (back + Knockdown) from KOF XII?
No.

9.  Would you like to bring back the Tag Limit System from KOF 2003?
No.

10. Would you like to bring back the Change Attack System from KOF 2003?
No.

11. Would you like to have a Guard Cancel Change Attack from Neo Geo Battle Coliseum?
No.

12. Would you like to keep the Quick Shift and Save Shift from KOF XI?
Yes, but the Saving Shift should do no damage and certainly not lead into combos.

13. Would you like to keep the Stun Gauge from KOF XI?
Yes.

14. Would you like to keep the Judgment System from KOF XI?
No.

15. Would you like to keep the Skill Gauge from KOF XI?
Yes, it helps balance out the Quick/Saving Shift systems.

16. Would you like to have the Change Attack and Quick/Save Shifts co-exist in this game?
No. IMO the long hitstun of a Change Attack is somewhat redundant in a game where practically every special move/DM is already comboable, so Quick Shifts will suffice.

17. Would you like to change the Leader System?
No.

18. Would you like to have the ability to switch Leaders before a match in Single Player Mode?
Can't say it matters to me, but why not?

19. Should most characters regain or acquire another Throw Moves?
Yes! I particularly miss Ralf and Clark's scrapped throw animations.

20. Should Super Desperation Moves be applied for Ash UM?
Yes. I think every character should have two DMs (one Stock to use), one SDM (two Stocks to use) and one Leader DM (two Stocks + Leader status, more useful than the SDM in some way).

21. How many Seconds should the timer be? 99 or 60
99.

Characters

22. Which KOF 2003 and XI characters would you think to be buffed or upgraded?
Momoko should gain some range and strength, and Elisabeth would definitely be given at least two more special moves.

23. Which characters would you like to add moves?
Again, Elisabeth needs more moves (her Coup de Vein could be changed to a command dash, multiple choice move). Malin could use more effective anti-air/set-up tools, as well.

24. Which characters would you like to have different Leader Desperation Moves?
Hoo boy.

Clark (multi-throw SDM and LDM with Big Ben Edge animation!)

Mary (multi-throw SDM and her Real Bout 1 instant, non-dash Mary Driving Smasher as LDM)

Malin (wire catch with two versions - ground version goes into electric shocks, then pulls the opponent towards her for a crooked arm lariat, air version hangs the opponent from the ceiling, slashes a few times and finishes with a Naruto-style exploding tag)

Athena (Psychic-12 as an SDM, with a few LDM-exclusive finishes)

Kensou (decrease the damage boost but have it last until he tags out and change his DM/SDM animations+damage after it connects)

25. Do you like to have EX versions of some characters in this game?
No, I would rather have the characters feel complete on their own.

26. If yes, who it will be?
See above.

27. There are 43 regular playable characters in 2003 and XI (Arcade version) combined. Arrange them into teams.

New Heroes Team: Kyo, Iori, Elisabeth
Benimaru Team: Benimaru, Duo Lon, Shingo
Garou Densetsu Team: Terry, Joe, Kim
Yamato Damashii Team: Andy (brought back), Mai, Jubei Yamada (yes!)
Kyokugenryuu Team: Ryo, Robert, Yuri
Women’s Team: King, Mary, Kasumi
High School Girls Team: Hinako, Malin, new character
Psycho Soldier Team: Athena, Kensou, Momoko
Heidern Team: Heidern (brought back), Leona, Adelheid
Ikari Team: Ralf, Clark, Whip
Ex-NESTS Team: K’, Maxima, Kula
Agents Team: Vanessa, Seth (brought back), Ramon
Immoral Team: Ash, Oswald, new character
Criminals Team: Billy, Yamazaki, Shen Woo
Hizoku Shitennou Team: Sai, Ran, Chitto/Chat

Sub-boss 1: Long (Ron)
Sub-boss 2: Botan & Rose

In other words, drop Duck King, Eiji, Daimon, Chang, Jhun, the MotW characters and all the bosses/secret characters except Adelheid.

28. Should Adelheid be a Boss (like in 2003) or a Mid-boss (like in XI)?
Neither; a regular character.

29. How about Chizuru Kagura, a sub-boss or a final boss?
Neither; not fighting due to Ash’s… attentions.

2nd Set

Presentation

30. Except for the sub-bosses and end-bosses, Would you like to have this game to have new stages?
Of course!

31. Would you like to hear Remixes of classic KOF/SNK Themes, Remixes of 2003/XI themes or new sets of themes?
A little of everything, I guess.

32. Would you like to have some special themes for Special Edit themes like in KOF ’98 UM?
Perhaps.

33. Which do you prefer when the team theme plays? Leader-based or Team-based
Team-based.

34. How about an arranged version of the Soundtracks?
Why not?

35. Would you like to reuse the User Interface from KOF 2003, KOF XI or apply a new User Interface?
A new one.

36. Would you like to reuse some character portraits/illustrations from KOF 2003 or XI or give them a new set?
New set, similar to that of 2000.

37. Would you like to reuse the XI Illustrations as official art (plus new ones) in this game or give them a new set?
New set, natch.

38. Since Robert in 2003 and NGBC/XI are played by different voice actors, Should 2003 Robert keep his 2003 voice or be “re-voiced” by his NGBC/XI voice actor?
2003 all the way.

39. Who are the other characters that should be re-recorded?
Blue Mary! Her English somehow gets worse as the years go by…

40. Which characters would you like their sprites to be redrawn, like May Lee and Orochi Chris in 2002 UM?
Andy, Mai (both of these in their FF3/RB1 costumes), Yuri (new costume), Billy, Yamazaki.

41. Should the game get some changes in visual effects?
Get rid of the gigantic “Super Cancel” and “Dream Cancel” messages. Please.

42. Would you like to have added effects when performing a Change Attack and/or Quick/Save Shifts?
No.

43. Should the effects when performing Super Cancels and Dream Cancels be different from performing DMs/LDMs?
See above.

44. Would you like to see the DM/LDM effects similar to 2003 or XI or have a completely new DM/LDM Effects?
New (subtle) ones, like those in ‘96.

45. Since it is a dream match, we get special illustrations of teams at the end, Which type of ending illustrations we should get? '98 style or XI style?
XI.

46. Would you like the default teams in 2003 (including the Sacred Treasures) and XI to have their own Ending Pictures?
Why not?

Platforms

47. Let’s assume that this game will be released in the arcades first, which Arcade Board you like this game to see? Type X, System Y2 or another (specify)
Too uninformed regarding the specifics to form an opinion.

48. As for a console port, which console would you like this game to be released? PS2, Wii, 360 or PS3
PS2 should suffice, but PS3 would be preferable.

49. Would you like to have this game some console-only characters (like the PS2 KOF XI)?
No.

50. If so, would you like to keep the PS2-only XI characters for the console port?
No.

51. In case this game ends up in the Nintendo Wii. Would you like to have mini-games?
Wii is for Mario games. ^_^

52. In case there is a Challenge Mode, do you like to have this game an Expert Challenge Mode?
Yes.

53. Would you like to have some Character-specific themes for the console?
Sure.

54. Would you like to add Graphic Filters for the Console Port?
I can never tell the difference… ^_^

55. How about 3D-enhanced Stages for the Console?
Sacrilege! Ugly, too.

56. Would you like to have an Arranged Mode for this game?
No, the default mode should be balanced enough to invalidate the need for such a mode.

Miscellaneous

57. Do you think this game will be a completely new game rather than a remake of either KOF 2003 or XI?
Hopefully a new game, but a remake of XI would do.

58. What will be your expectations of this game in terms of game speed?
XI Arrange Mode speed.
 

[Mazinkaiser]

1st Set

Answer with yes or no unless you are asked to specify or given specific choices in some questions.

Gameplay
1.  If KOF Ash UM is announced, which battle mode would you prefer? Tag
2.  In case it applies the Tactical Shift System, would you like to have a “2003” and “XI” system select mode?
XI
3.  Which Button Layout should be applied?
4
4.  If it is a 4-button scheme, how will you assign the Tag, Knockdowns, and LDMs?
AC - BD for tags, CD knockaway, LDMs new motion.
5.  Would you like to have the Quick Emergency Evade?
yes
6.  Would you like to have about Knockdown attacks, in case this will be a 4-button game?
yes
7.  Would you like to charge Knockdown Attacks from KOF XII?
no
8.  Would you like to Guard Attack (back + Knockdown) from KOF XII?
absolutelu, not. it's ASH saga... cmon
9.  Would you like to bring back the Tag Limit System from KOF 2003?
no
10. Would you like to bring back the Change Attack System from KOF 2003?
no
11. Would you like to have a Guard Cancel Change Attack from Neo Geo Battle Coliseum?
yes
12. Would you like to keep the Quick Shift and Save Shift from KOF XI?
yes
13. Would you like to keep the Stun Gauge from KOF XI?
yes, very important thing
14. Would you like to keep the Judgment System from KOF XI?
no, that sucks guys.
15. Would you like to keep the Skill Gauge from KOF XI?
yes, pretty fancy
16. Would you like to have the Change Attack and Quick/Save Shifts co-exist in this game?
yup
17. Would you like to change the Leader System?
just balance the damage output of some LDM
18. Would you like to have the ability to switch Leaders before a match in Single Player Mode?
yes, more tactics
19. Should most characters regain or acquire another Throw Moves?
nah
20. Should Super Desperation Moves be applied for Ash UM?
not really
21. How many Seconds should the timer be? 99 or 60
mh, it's a fast game.... so 60 will be enough

Characters
22. Which KOF 2003 and XI characters would you think to be buffed or upgraded?
lulz.... very long to write down -.-,
23. Which characters would you like to add moves?
like above
24. Which characters would you like to have different Leader Desperation Moves?
like above
man u have to make a new thread.
25. Do you like to have EX versions of some characters in this game?
mh, yes... for fun o.o, like ebil/alternate version of the most famous.
26. If yes, who it will be?
leona,iori,kyo,ash,momoko... adult version :Q_ (like choi/chang alternate striker in 2000, a total fanservice)
27. There are 43 regular playable characters in 2003 and XI (Arcade version) combined. Arrange them into teams.
again -.-,
28. Should Adelheid be a Boss (like in 2003) or a Mid-boss (like in XI)?
mid-boss was fun and very challenge o.o,
29. How about Chizuru Kagura, a sub-boss or a final boss?
bah, useless... without powers then?

2nd Set will be answered soon. Do not answer the 2nd set yet unless I asked to.

2nd Set

Answer with yes or no unless you are asked to specify or given specific choices in some questions.

Pesentation
30. Except for the sub-bosses and end-bosses, Would you like to have this game to have new stages?
nah
31. Would you like to hear Remixes of classic KOF/SNK Themes, Remixes of 2003/XI themes or new sets of themes?
sure
32. Would you like to have some special themes for Special Edit themes like in KOF ’98 UM?
yes
33. Which do you prefer when the team theme plays? Leader-based
34. How about an arranged version of the Soundtracks?
nice
35. Would you like to reuse the User Interface from KOF 2003, KOF XI or apply a new User Interface?
User-Interface
36. Would you like to reuse some character portraits/illustrations from KOF 2003 or XI or give them a new set?
new set \o/
37. Would you like to reuse the XI Illustrations as official art (plus new ones) in this game or give them a new set?
new set \o/
38. Since Robert in 2003 and NGBC/XI are played by different voice actors, Should 2003 Robert keep his 2003 voice or be “re-voiced” by his NGBC/XI voice actor?
neverminds
39. Who are the other characters that should be re-recorded?
neverminds
40. Which characters would you like their sprites to be redrawn, like May Lee and Orochi Chris in 2002 UM?
athena... lulz
41. Should the game get some changes in visual effects?
not really.
42. Would you like to have added effects when performing a Change Attack and/or Quick/Save Shifts?
no.
43. Should the effects when performing Super Cancels and Dream Cancels be different from performing DMs/LDMs?
no.
44. Would you like to see the DM/LDM effects similar to 2003 or XI or have a completely new DM/LDM Effects?
new one.
45. Since it is a dream match, we get special illustrations of teams at the end, Which type of ending illustrations we should get? '98 style this time
46. Would you like the default teams in 2003 (including the Sacred Treasures) and XI to have their own Ending Pictures?
yes

[KaaMoS]

1st Set

Gameplay
1.  Choose Mode.
2.  Yes, but not as Default.
3.  4.
4.  A+D for Tags, C+D for Knockdowns, B+C for LDMs
5.  Yes, necessary in order to avoid some bloody combos.
6.  Yes.
7.  Yes.
8.  Yes.
9.  No.
10. No.
11. Yes.
12. Yes.
13. Yes.
14. Yes.
15. Yes.
16. Yes.
17. YES!!!
18. YES, of Course!!
19. Yes.
20. If it's possible... Yes.
21. 120sec, reducing attack strength (like KOF XII in order to avoid some killer combos).

Characters
22. Duolon, Kim, Yuri, Adel.
23. Ash, Gato, Mai (combinations and "bouncing" as default), Malin.
24. Mai, Joe, Whip.
25. Yes.
26. Ash.
27. Yes, but who will be entered into Japan Team if Shingo is with Kyo and Iori?
28. Mid-boss.
29. Sub-boss.


2nd Set

Pesentation
30. Yes.
31. Classsics (KOF'96, KOF'97).
32. Yes.
33. Both, Team for original (or old) teams, and Leader for custom teams.
34. Yes.
35. KOF XI.
36. If possible, KOF XI.
37. Reuse for now.
38. NGBC/XI voice.
39. Billy.
40. Athena, Kyo.
41. Yes.
42. Yes, but pretty simple ones.
43. Yes.
44. KOF XI.
45. KOF'98.
46. 2003, so Japan Team will not have any problems (about an unexpected new member).

Platforms
47. Type X.
48. PS2 is enough.
49. Yes.
50. Yes.
51. Yes, of course.
52. Maybe.
53. Yes.
54. Yes.
55. Strongly Necessary.
56. Yes.

Miscellaneous
57. Just Remake.
58. KOF'97 or at least KOF 2002.

[Kei]

Gameplay
1.  If KOF Ash UM is announced, which battle mode would you prefer? Tag, 3-on-3 or "choose mode before you

play"

Tag. Its Ash's thing.

2.  In case it applies the Tactical Shift System, would you like to have a “2003” and “XI” system select mode?

XI system exlusive

3.  Which Button Layout should be applied? 4, 5 or Choose your own layout

5 works fine especially for a tag system. It eases alot of confusion and tediousness.

4.  If it is a 4-button scheme, how will you assign the Tag, Knockdowns, and LDMs?

n/a

5.  Would you like to have the Quick Emergency Evade?

If that means using a roll during block then yes.

6.  Would you like to have about Knockdown attacks, in case this will be a 4-button game?

n/a

7.  Would you like to charge Knockdown Attacks from KOF XII?

naw.

8.  Would you like to Guard Attack (back + Knockdown) from KOF XII?

Didn't they have that for all KOF? Emergency CD? Yes if that is the case.

9.  Would you like to bring back the Tag Limit System from KOF 2003?

Yes but a shorter cool time.

10. Would you like to bring back the Change Attack System from KOF 2003?

No.

11. Would you like to have a Guard Cancel Change Attack from Neo Geo Battle Coliseum?

Would be interesting.

12. Would you like to keep the Quick Shift and Save Shift from KOF XI?

Definately.

13. Would you like to keep the Stun Gauge from KOF XI?

Yep.

14. Would you like to keep the Judgment System from KOF XI?

No. The judgement needs to be a priority sequence as follows:
1) Number of characters still active
2) Current character health

15. Would you like to keep the Skill Gauge from KOF XI?

Yes.

16. Would you like to have the Change Attack and Quick/Save Shifts co-exist in this game?

No.

17. Would you like to change the Leader System?

No.

18. Would you like to have the ability to switch Leaders before a match in Single Player Mode?

Naw.

19. Should most characters regain or acquire another Throw Moves?

Normal techable grabs could use a face lift.

20. Should Super Desperation Moves be applied for Ash UM?

LDM plz.

21. How many Seconds should the timer be? 99 or 60

depends on how fast the time depletes.

Characters
22. Which KOF 2003 and XI characters would you think to be buffed or upgraded?

Need to be or who would likely be buffed?

Momoko needs to be buffed. Finisher moves with guard crush, invincibility frames, and grabs.

Athena needs to be buffed. Faster walk/run and a more reliable psycho sword. Phoenix arrow (strong) needs more damage.

Duo Lon could use a small face lift as well like a more reliable grab.

Whip needs to be buffed. Make her body box smaller on her j. C while retaining her hitbox. Its BS to have her kicked out of her offensive with a dwn B by pretty much anyone. They kick her whip and shes done.

Yuri needs to be buffed. Air fireball should travel faster with a 4 frame faster recovery. Also a higher stun bar.

Ramon needs to be buffed. His qcb C needs to charge stocks like 2k2. His qcb B wall dives needs to do more damage. His fwd A headbutt needs to come out as a 5 frame move. Dwn C needs more damage. Qcb A needs 2 frame invincibility so he actually has some defence option other than wasting a stock.

23. Which characters would you like to add moves?

Whip should abolish her XI qcf qcf P DM and gain the one she has in 2k2 UM. Her LDM should be her CODE

(something) shot rather than the buffed version of her DM. Dreamcancelable from her qcf qcf P DM

Momoko should have finishers to her chains with inivinciblity, guard crush, grab and high/low game.

Shen to have a double slide. So he can slide two times in any direction he wants and he can end it with a C which is SCable and has autoguard.

24. Which characters would you like to have different Leader Desperation Moves?

Whip to have her gun as LDM

Beni to have his super koreda as his LDM which autofixes like Kyo's LDM when dreamcanceled (I hope they don't leave out dreamcancels).

Duo Lon's LDM needs to atleast chip some damage from dreamcanceling.

25. Do you like to have EX versions of some characters in this game?

Definately

26. If yes, who it will be?

EX Kyo that is not broken beyond words.

EX K' A classic 99 K with a mixture of 2k2. A qcb B/D that cannot cancel into slide but has auto guard. A lower upper cut like 99. A blackout slide that can be SCed from either side that can cross up on wakeup. Fwd B restored to classic knee lift but can't cancel on its own. Classic CD(E). Classic rush DM and his classic glasses

SDM for his LDM. Heat drive DM to have some invincibility at startup.

EX Mary. 98 Incarnation of Mary with a taser as a optional finish to her slide. Also her stomp from her 98UM. LDM should be her qcf qcf K SDM.

EX Duo Lon to be Lin (that would be cool)

27. There are 43 regular playable characters in 2003 and XI (Arcade version) combined. Arrange them into teams.

I really don't know nor do I care too much.

28. Should Adelheid be a Boss (like in 2003) or a Mid-boss (like in XI)?

Adelheid should become a regular character but also appears like a sub-boss just like XI. Make his damage and speed higher as well as his HP as a sub boss.

29. How about Chizuru Kagura, a sub-boss or a final boss?

It would be interesting to see Chizuru Kagura as a hidden final boss.