TAG MODE in MK X: Community's request

[gamesun]

I really hope it's back, it was freaking fun and that's that.

 

[EarlyReflections]

Tag is a great tool for people who just wanna mess up a bit. People will have to remember that MK is not only about us hardcores, but casuals too !!!
Damn, I've just played a few matches with my friends. If it was only 1vs1 my casual friends wouldn't play with me, simply because the level gap is too wide.

 

[d3v]

The problem with tag modes is that more often then not, the game needs to be designed around tag for it to work well. Either that, or have tag mode play quite different from normal mode with changed properties and new mechanics (for example, DOA5U's tag mode has lower gravity plus a new snapback mechanic to address the slippery slope nature of tag, allowing one character to mount a comeback by killing off one combo). Just slapping on a tag team mode without consideration for how tag affects the flow of the match doesn't work as well.

 

[EGP Wonder_Chef]

The problem with tag modes is that more often then not, the game needs to be designed around tag for it to work well. Either that, or have tag mode play quite different from normal mode with changed properties and new mechanics (for example, DOA5U's tag mode has lower gravity plus a new snapback mechanic to address the slippery slope nature of tag, allowing one character to mount a comeback by killing off one combo). Just slapping on a tag team mode without consideration for how tag affects the flow of the match doesn't work as well.

Tag mode in MK was imbalanced for tournament play, but it was a lot of fun, and we used it a LOT to get 4 people on one setup at a time.

 

[Immortal]

I would love TAG with option to play with 4 people different people online and offline, that would allow some nice team play, team tournaments and so on...

but...

balancing TAG with every character having 3 variations would be a nightmare for NRS and i definitely don't want broken shit like in MK9.

So it depends, if they have time and money to do it properly then sure go for it otherwise they should focus on some other important things like for example - netcode.

 

[AZ MotherBrain]

I would be a fan of tag in MKX, but with the character variations along with tag, its just too much.
I just dont see them putting the time or the money into it.

 

[TONY-T]

To everyone saying no, don't be so selfish. Its not like tag mode is going to be the main focus of the game. 1 v 1 will always be the preferred mode. However having tag mode as a side mode is perfectly fine. Tag mode is extremely fun. If you don't want to play it, that's fine, but don't ruin it for those of us who like it and want it in the game.

 

[JustNOW]

TAG mode its one reason why all my friends play mk, and not play injustice!

 

[Pterodactyl]

Nah they're clearly going for something serious/dark. Tag mode would just seem goofy and unfitting. Especially with the variation concept. Sub v1 teamed up with Sub v2? No thanks.

They can always add it in an update I guess but it shouldn't be a priority imo.

Like many people have suggested before, I'd rather have a 3v3 KOF style team mode.

How is two people killing two other people any goofier than one person killing one other person?

I mean, tag isn't really a must-have for me, but i'd gladly take it if they actually balance it.

No. Spend the time and resources creating something actually useful like better netcode, a solid tournament mode and lobbies that can be customised down to details like slots, ping, region etc.

Tag, whilst kinda fun was a broken mess that no-one took seriously.

Tag isn't really a "time and resources" kind of thing, of course they cant put it in instantly, but it isn't something that would be a substantial drain from anything else they'd be working on.

Balancing it would take a bit of time though, but that also isn't something that would take a large group to do.

Hell, they could balance it by just removing the ability to do assists and make the team combos notably stricter and scaled.

 

[Backfire]

if tag is balanced id love to see some 2v2 tournaments.

 

[EarlyReflections]

As the infinite combos were a part of TAG's broken nature, don't include them. Just allow 4 people to play together. Nothing more.

 

[isaackay2x]

That interview quote was disturbing...

I don't think it was underused at all- it was just mainly used offline. Its what made MK a good party game. It was also good for couch co-op.

It doesn't need to be balanced or anything, but just there for fun.

I really hope they include it. We were told this game would add features, not take them away.

Awesome point there!!!!!!

 

[GRieVeR_SKeiTH]

Tag mode and Chess Kombat are my two favorite alternate modes introduced in fighting games. I hope we see both, even if its dlc

 

[biggabarr]

I really don't mind but i'd rather have NRS focus on single player mechanics to be good right out of the game , tag mode is really casual stuff for fun so them working on it would mean take away time even if it's little.

Never really used tag personally even at gatherings , i think i've played tag twice in 3 years...

Dont be selfish , majority of mk players are casual player Ed is out too satisfy the mass remember that.

 

[khrome]

I like Tag mode I just don't like how it was done. One life bar for both characters should be the way to go. Or no Tag mode in MKX please

 

[CCVengeance]

While I do want Tag, if resources can be better used elsewhere( ex. better netcode) then I dont mind it not being included.

 

[Crathen]

Dont be selfish , majority of mk players are casual player Ed is out too satisfy the mass remember that.

Even judging from the online stats , you'd have to think way more people play single than tag.

Imo a barebone tag wouldn't live up to the standards MKX wants to be , even balancing tag would be a huge commitment of time , it's not selfish , it's rational.

To me if it's in then cool , if it's not a deal breaker.

 

[JHCRANE 14]

I loved tag team mode from MK 9. Sure it was broken but it was there just for fun. I hope they bring it back for MK X.

 

[trufenix]

If tag does make it, you can give up on it being balanced.

 

[khrome]

We were told this game would add features, not take them away.

So all the dead characters to return, not take them away.

 

[Full Boat]

I really like tag mode in MK9, especially with 3 other friends. But a lot of the tag specials (like those with standing stun - Nightwolf, Scorpion, etc) make the game totally broken with many infinite combos. So I say bring back Tag mode 4 player, keep the tag at anytime, keep the tag switch string combos, but don't bring back tag specials. Balancing the game with tag specials will be too much work for nothing of value, even worse now with all of the variations, it will be a nightmare.

 

[jbthrash]

Yes please bring it back. Personally I would like to see endurance style tag. That would cause less glitches and it would stick with the MK style. Also I think asking the hardcore tournament players about tag mode is the wrong crowd. Asking casuals would be the better gauge and it would be the majority of buyers.

 

[EarlyReflections]

Yes please bring it back. Personally I would like to see endurance style tag. That would cause less glitches and it would stick with the MK style. Also I think asking the hardcore tournament players about tag mode is the wrong crowd. Asking casuals would be the better gauge and it would be the majority of buyers.

That's true

 

[RelentlessOhio]

If it is included, you'll only be using it at home with friends or online. Ain't happening in tournaments. Pass. Didn't use it in mk9. This isn't tekken tag

 

[SCK ERR0R MACR0]

I'm not at all interested in it, but if they can include it now without taking away from what they have planned for the game, why not.