Runnin' Sets Ep. 21: ULTIMATE MvC3! Combofiend vs. Fanatiq

The Cross Counter crew gets their first hands-on session with Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3, and the Comboratory becomes a proving ground for some of the scene's sharpest players. After Mike Ross falls to Fanatiq, Combofiend steps into the ring seeking redemption in a clash that captures the raw energy of early MvC3 discovery. With the game still fresh, players are testing team compositions, pushblock mechanics, and the notorious Phoenix mechanic that would define the meta for years to come. This episode documents a pivotal moment when top East Coast talent first collides with the game's aggressive pace and team-based depth. The intensity ramps as players adapt on the fly, uncovering what works and what gets punished in real time. For fans of Marvel fighting games, this represents a snapshot of UMVC3 before optimization took over—pure exploration and competitive hunger driving every decision.