Skullgirls

Skullgirls

Overview

Skullgirls is a 2D tag team fighting game with hand-drawn art and a unique Infinite Prevention System (IPS) that prevents infinite combos while still allowing creative expression. The game features custom assists, DHCs (Delayed Hyper Combos), and extensive combo routes that vary based on character weight classes.

Core System Mechanics

- **Infinite Prevention System (IPS)**: Tracks repeated moves to prevent infinite combos - **Drama Gauge**: Fills as combos extend, allowing burst when full - **Custom Assists**: Any move can be set as an assist for tag partners - **DHC (Delayed Hyper Combo)**: Cancel from one super to another - **Snapback**: Force opponent to tag out for 1 meter - **Alpha Counter**: Tag in while blocking for 1 meter
Core System Mechanics

Frame Highlights

  • Most jabs: 5-7f startup
  • Universal throw: 7f startup, 13f tech window
  • Average dash: 15-25f total
  • Pushblock: 25f lockout
  • Most supers: 3-8f startup with invuln

BNBs & Routes

**Universal BNB Structure:** - Ground chain → Launch → Air chain → Restand/OTG → Ender **Weight Classes:** - Light: Filia, Ms. Fortune, Painwheel, Valentine - Medium: Cerebella, Parasoul, Eliza - Heavy: Double, Big Band, Beowulf **Meter Usage:** - 0 bar: Basic chains into knockdown - 1 bar: Super ender for damage - 2 bar: DHC for extended damage - 3 bar: Full optimization with multiple DHCs
Combo Routes

Matchups

Skullgirls matchups vary greatly based on team composition. Solo characters get more health and damage, while teams get assists and DHC options. Key factors include assist coverage, DHC synergy, and character-specific tools like armor or mobility.

  • Solo vs Team health ratios: 1.0x vs 1.3x/1.5x
  • Assist lockout on hit: 90f
  • Red health recovery: 20% per second when tagged out

Punish Table

Situation Frame Advantage Optimal Punish
Blocked DP -25 to -40 Any combo starter
Blocked Super -20 to -35 Optimal combo
Pushblock Bait 25f lockout Dash in combo
Whiffed Throw 20f recovery Counter hit combo

Patch Notes

v2.1 2024

Balance adjustments to Umbrella and Black Dahlia

v2.0 2023

Added Black Dahlia as playable character

v1.9 2022

Umbrella release and system adjustments

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