Mike Ross’ Thor was so impressive for being a lower tier character that I added him into my team comp. I really felt like Mike Ross fighting an uphill battle against all odds. I trained for hours on end with minimal breaks, surviving off deli meats, ritz crackers, and a dream. I did this for several months in preparation for Final Round 15 in Atlanta. I lost $5 in a money match and figured it was the other guys luck. I think his name was Noel something. Then I got 3-0’d in pools. I haven’t played Marvel since that fateful day. But seeing Mike go toe to toe with top tier picks without knowing how to OTG or launch made me realize that by learning the fundamentals as well as he has… I too could lose to top tier teams without it being so embarrassing. I too, could build the resilience and fortitude to take a relentless beating, look up at my opponent while bruised and bloodied and say “is that all you got? This isn’t even my final form”. Thanks Mike, for being the people’s champion. Xian has some skills for sure! I’d want to see more lower tier character picks just because I find them more entertaining.
I didn't know Xian played UmVC3 or was good, and I watched A LOT of Marvel in its hayday lol. That said, him being good doesn't surprise me cause it's Xian.
Back then, Xian stayed in states for a bit leading to EVO. He used to play UMvC3 back in Super Arcade and appeared on streams for The Runback (THURS) weekly. He was legit when he tried.
My first in person FGC event was Bar Fights in LA when this game had just come out, I think that was like 2011-ish and I and I fell in love with this unforgiving ass game and the community ever since then. Mike, shoutout to you, that event and Marvel for bringing me into the FGC!
I've played Xian in MvC2 before in the arcades in Singapore. Unfortunately he isn't good with that game, MvC2's execution is very different from MvC3 or SF, its not about learning some combo sequence. Not to mention the zoning, rush down and footsie game is also very different from the usual fighting games. Unless Xian some how tried to play MvC2 seriously since then, I have to say Xian will have no chance against Mike who is a MvC2 player from the beginning.
Can't wait to see Idom watch this on his stream later this week and say his key phrases: "look at the neutral" and "Great game design" The FGC's favorite Bass player.
Xian’s just lucky Mike didn’t tap into his Greater Force marvel instinct, capable of breaking steel cages as if they were tissue paper Real talk its still so nice seeing these dudes have fun and run good sets. Would also love to see more SF4 considering how important both of these guys were to that scene. Talented people in front and behind the camera at VV ❤🌪️
Im not convinced!!! Please hold a quick how to beat each other's team training session (after a quick personal grind to remember otg combos) so you both illuminate every weakness your own team has, then ft5 again. Too entertaining, this game. This wasnt giving it and you guys enough credit. Honestly this could be said/done for revisiting every old game you guys played in the past. I might also be talking out my ass because the sf4 ft5 video was incredible without any preamble.
7:43 i love how xian didnt correct him and tell him he was reducing chip by advancing guarding. lmao he couldn't risk mike getting an advantage while in the soul fist prison
I still think one of my favorite moments in UMvC3 history is you breaking the cage at CEO. Also, had no idea Xian play Mahvel 3. Wonder if he played GG.
I knew Xian played mvc3. He got 3rd at one of the first majors I went to behind Jwong and Chris G. He played a Mag team. We talked and smoked cigs outside after top 8, Xian is a really cool dude.
Idom did more than dabble in it. Idom was an online warrior for many years on Ps3. Just in the past 3 years or so he has picked it up again and has been entering tournaments for it again.
Lmao i got to see xian play at a texas showdown a long time ago and I was pretty impressed, wish you played it more but you were focused on sf I believe. Signed, someone who beat Mike Ross in mvc3 tourney before
More Marvel? What game would yall want to see next?
MORE MARVEL
SFxT
MOAH MAHVEL
MVC2!
Vampire Savior
When Xian just starts saying "Mike..." with a shit eating grin that you can hear, it's just peak entertainment.
You know it
That sht is a meaty setup LMAO.
It breaks guard and is unblockable, Xian tech too strong.
Nothing better than Mike saying, "watch this/check this out". Then immediately getting destroyed.
Classic
"Join two old men as they remember a time when movement mattered. "
Kinda hurt dude lmao
Had the new jack city meme on writing that
I still remember that Combofiend vs Mike marvel3 video from back in the day.
Aint we all
I just remember Combofiend giggling the entire time will beating Mike's ass
And that in turn made me remember the combo vs mile vid where they played sf4. Also peak entertainment
Mike Ross’ Thor was so impressive for being a lower tier character that I added him into my team comp. I really felt like Mike Ross fighting an uphill battle against all odds. I trained for hours on end with minimal breaks, surviving off deli meats, ritz crackers, and a dream. I did this for several months in preparation for Final Round 15 in Atlanta.
I lost $5 in a money match and figured it was the other guys luck. I think his name was Noel something. Then I got 3-0’d in pools. I haven’t played Marvel since that fateful day. But seeing Mike go toe to toe with top tier picks without knowing how to OTG or launch made me realize that by learning the fundamentals as well as he has… I too could lose to top tier teams without it being so embarrassing. I too, could build the resilience and fortitude to take a relentless beating, look up at my opponent while bruised and bloodied and say “is that all you got? This isn’t even my final form”.
Thanks Mike, for being the people’s champion. Xian has some skills for sure! I’d want to see more lower tier character picks just because I find them more entertaining.
Might need them to run it back with money on the line
Just pick a top tier dude
Xian secretly taught ChrisG how to play back in the day
I didn't know Xian played UmVC3 or was good, and I watched A LOT of Marvel in its hayday lol. That said, him being good doesn't surprise me cause it's Xian.
i think hes not good and thats the ongoing joke
@tylerjones448 xian was actually decent when he played, definitely not a joke
Back then, Xian stayed in states for a bit leading to EVO. He used to play UMvC3 back in Super Arcade and appeared on streams for The Runback (THURS) weekly. He was legit when he tried.
more sets in older games please! stuff like CvS2 or MvC2 would be hype
We heard ya!
My first in person FGC event was Bar Fights in LA when this game had just come out, I think that was like 2011-ish and I and I fell in love with this unforgiving ass game and the community ever since then. Mike, shoutout to you, that event and Marvel for bringing me into the FGC!
Welcome!
5:34 "HES GOT A MAGNUS" that was so sick
More of this! PLEASE!
Our beloved Miguel sometimes forget that Xian is an EVO champion. Of course he can play this.
Xian being a pocket marvel god is so on brand for him lol
Godlike episode, so much nostalgia watching them play mvc3
Put a tear to our eyes watching them play
You guys should play MvC2 and let "The Greater Force" make his return after years of slumber
Deep Lore
As long as Xian doesn't secretly have a cheddah 'Gief. 😂
Cheddar Gief!!
That's a deep cut
I've played Xian in MvC2 before in the arcades in Singapore. Unfortunately he isn't good with that game, MvC2's execution is very different from MvC3 or SF, its not about learning some combo sequence. Not to mention the zoning, rush down and footsie game is also very different from the usual fighting games. Unless Xian some how tried to play MvC2 seriously since then, I have to say Xian will have no chance against Mike who is a MvC2 player from the beginning.
This is much more fun to watch than sf6 and sf5
MVC3?!?!? Oh Mike don't do this to yourself....Go MVC2 for an even fight :)
Fun seeing marvel 3 played on a different stage
Thanks!!
Xian remembering how to plinkdash but mike somehow still getting 3 games is hilarious
Hoping Vortex reaches 100k subs, the team deserves it 🎉
Turns out Xian was the Greatest Force
Fuck i miss this game. This and sf4 were my favourite times for the FGC.
Bringing us all back to the good ol days
Based Monster/ Sp00ky /Alex Valle day
Favorite fighting game ever
Good taste my g
@@VersusVortex whens xmvsf tho?
Xians Magneto was looking real! So cool to see him play this game. Hoping there are more Marvel bouts on this channel!
Can't wait to see Idom watch this on his stream later this week and say his key phrases: "look at the neutral" and "Great game design"
The FGC's favorite Bass player.
Miek "I forgot how to do combos" Russ
15:33 ‘Is that a guard break??’ You need to block low Mike!!! 😂😂😂
that thumbnail art and then the 0:01 scream from Mike lol
Xian’s just lucky Mike didn’t tap into his Greater Force marvel instinct, capable of breaking steel cages as if they were tissue paper
Real talk its still so nice seeing these dudes have fun and run good sets. Would also love to see more SF4 considering how important both of these guys were to that scene. Talented people in front and behind the camera at VV ❤🌪️
The Greater Force can't return
I love this game!! Me and my brothers still play once in a while.
Thanks for playing !
More please! This is exactly what I've been missing in fighting game videos.
love to see you guys playing other games for sure. any gameplay content of actual fighting games is my favorite
Xian came in 2nd place in some UMvC3 tournament, beaten only by a Thor player.
Smiling Mike Ross is TT. Seriously, you and Xian work so well together.
its so good to see you Mike "Miguel Rossington" Ross
Such a fun casual game
You pick it up and its already morning
i remember watching xian play on fgtv he was godlike at marvel
IYKYK
low-mid level marvel 3 is so much fun
God, I love this game.
It's like Christmas in June 😁😁😁
Santa Mike came early
1:45 “look at this”
Proceeds to get annihilated by bullet hell
Mike, did you never watch Xians cross assault audition? that onehanded mahvel combo speaks volumes for Xians mvc legacy
I'd pay good money to see him today it today
Takes me back to Runnin' Sets. Get my mans combofiend and clockwork on the set!!
He use to practice at FGTV of course I know he's good and plays.
God damn it Mike.
I saw Xian play UMVC3 on a team tourney! It’s on CZcams somewhere I think
Awww shit you know it
nothin better than seeing Mike smile.
That one guy you always love to see happy
havengers on wednesdays and tampaneversleeps on fridays on parsec come thru! also no didnt know xian played umvc3
Im not convinced!!! Please hold a quick how to beat each other's team training session (after a quick personal grind to remember otg combos) so you both illuminate every weakness your own team has, then ft5 again. Too entertaining, this game. This wasnt giving it and you guys enough credit. Honestly this could be said/done for revisiting every old game you guys played in the past.
I might also be talking out my ass because the sf4 ft5 video was incredible without any preamble.
I love that these two are making content in 2024 man
Here to deliver
Yeah, I remember Xian playing at Final Round way back in the day.
Now I want to see mvc2 and the return of cheddah gief!
I didn't think they'd do umvc3 but it's great to see
7:43 i love how xian didnt correct him and tell him he was reducing chip by advancing guarding. lmao he couldn't risk mike getting an advantage while in the soul fist prison
Oh shit! Mike "Unleashed UMVC3" Ross?!?!?! Thank god no steel cage was around!
I remember watching Xian make it to grand finals in the UK major Hypespotting!
Nice to see a new stage in this game
REFRESHING
I watched several marvel tournaments for years, and I do remember Xian playing a Magento team
umvc3 rocks! i also saw a video of xian being beat by a thor/dr strange/ammy player from columbia
was great to meet Xian and watch him play at BAM. please keep versus vortex going for as long as you can :)
We'll do our best!
Would love to see you guys play the deadliest warrior games lmao that would be hilarious
This takes me back to simpler times
Mike is FGC Obi Wan Kenobi... But Xian's out here playing like he's Luke SKywalker 😂
Walking with them FOOTDIVE
UMVC3 is still the best game to watch after all these years
Someone said that mid level marvel is the most hcaotic and fun to watch. Safe to say these two fit that description exactly
Xian knows how to play the psychological game, you can hear it in his voice.
This was the first video I’ve seen from y’all, this was dope
Man I love these two. Can never go wrong when Mike and Xian are together 💕
Oh man this brings back memories of watching Mike get bodied…I mean…get to play Combofiend on running sets. Good times
To see Mike Ross with salt and pepper just made realize how old I am. :(
I think Cheddah GEEF needs to make a return
0:30 hit like an addiction intervention meeting lol
LMAO
Remember mike breaking the cage at CEO?
Oh hey me and my friends just started playing umvc3 again this month!
Talk about timing!
We're so back
I still think one of my favorite moments in UMvC3 history is you breaking the cage at CEO.
Also, had no idea Xian play Mahvel 3. Wonder if he played GG.
xian remind you that what he did with morrigan, chrisg can do as well
I've never seen a Doom do so much work before.
I'm might get booed for this but I would like to see mvci.
Yes, I did know! Played with him at ToughCookie during my semester abroad and I ended up stealing his team.
it's been so long since I've heard "foot foot dive"
I knew Xian played mvc3. He got 3rd at one of the first majors I went to behind Jwong and Chris G. He played a Mag team. We talked and smoked cigs outside after top 8, Xian is a really cool dude.
I did not have the return of MVC legend Mike “cage destroyer” Ross on my 2024 bingo sheet.
Mike 'Breaker of Cages' Ross. Real ones remember.
yes I knew that he played it in some US tournaments. I saw him in some top 16's so I think that means that he was good.
Magneto's even more godlike after watching '97
Damn. Mike held up! I wanna see you guys dust off SFA3 in the future. Great video 👍
Mike gotta take the time to remember hulk strings. Remember to always gamma charge into gamma tsunami for more damage after the air combo.
A lot of Street Fighter players dabbled in Marvel back in the day. Xian, Tokido, Kazunoko, Nemo, Dieminion, Idom, to name a few.
Idom did more than dabble in it. Idom was an online warrior for many years on Ps3. Just in the past 3 years or so he has picked it up again and has been entering tournaments for it again.
Lmao i got to see xian play at a texas showdown a long time ago and I was pretty impressed, wish you played it more but you were focused on sf I believe.
Signed, someone who beat Mike Ross in mvc3 tourney before
Xian tried the Succ n Buss Secks majik set-up
I didn't know either of those things! This is my favorite game of all time though
i have no idea what's going on on the screen 😆
Would love to see Mike & Xian battle it out in SFIV, though!
Mike playing umvc3 in 2024 gives me life
I did not know the answer to either question A or B
That's why this game was the one of the most fun to watch
The thumbnail lmaooo
I knew he played and knew he was good, see one handed combo vids
Mike playing like it's vanilla 3 lmao
I love when Xian talks his shit lmao
That was fun