THE RETURN of gootecks

A documentary-style piece from Cross Counter TV following a notable figure's return to the fighting game scene. After stepping away from Cross Counter Live, the video explores what happened next and marks a turning point in the community's narrative. Directed by Ian Cofino and featuring appearances from Ryan Gutierrez, Mike Ross, Eliver Ling, Steve Hwang, David Passey, and Brian Gramo, this 2012 production captures a pivotal moment in competitive fighting game history. The clip blends personal storytelling with the personalities and energy that defined the era, set to DJ Pretzel's "Resurrectionbybreakbeat." Part of Cross Counter's broader catalog documenting the evolution of the fighting game community.