Quick Tidbit: Namco Bandai files trademark for SoulCalibur: Unbreakable Soul

Let the speculation begin. Namco Bandai has filed a trademark for SoulCalibur: Unbreakable Soul.

SoulCalibur V: Tekken, Modern and Ancient costume packs available now

Hail to the King!

Namco Bandai has released three costume packs for SoulCalibur V (SCV) today (April 24). These packs include Tekken, Modern, and Ancient costumes.

The Tekken and Modern packs costs 240 Microsoft Points, while the Ancient Armor set is 160 Microsoft Points.

SoulCalibur V: "Online Warrior" Episode #10

The "Online Warrior" continues to spread.

Maximilian has uploaded the 10th episode of the SoulCalibur V (SCV) edition of the "Online Warrior." Max continues to show his studying of the SCV World Championships is paying off with many of his online matches ending in victory.

Max once again provides live commentary. He also surfs through and responds to fan mail he's received on Xbox Live.

Watch the SCV "Online Warrior" episode 10 below:

SoulCalibur V: Online Warrior Episode #9 (Video)

The ninth episode of the SoulCalibur V (SCV) edition of Maximilian's "Online Warrior" series has been uploaded. Max once again takes his videos live and gives insight on his matches as they happen. He also encounters hate mail for the first time.

SoulCalibur V: Director talks story mode

What is, could have been much more.

SoulCalibur V (SCV) director, Daishi Odashima, spoke with Train2Game to discuss the game's development. Most of the interview focused on SCV's story mode and what was the vision Odashima had. 

He admitted that Namco Bandai's plan for the game's story was not fully realized. See what Odashima had to say below:

SoulCalibur V: 1.02 Patch Notes

Late last week, Namco Bandai revealed that a patch for SoulCalibur V (SCV) would be hitting consoles on March 21. Now the company (via 8 Way Run) has released patch notes for the 1.02 update.

The patch promises to fix some bugs including the ability to evade low attacks and block mid attacks by inputting “up” direction when holding guard button. The fixes and balance changes add to the already announced in-game shop.

See the SCV patch notes below:

SoulCalibur V patch coming March 21

Today (March 15) Namco Bandai (via Andriasang) has announced the upcoming SoulCalibur V (SCV) patch will be hitting Xbox Live and PSN on March 21.

According to the report, this free update will add an in-game shop. Namco Bandai will also add monthly DLC costume packs starting April 3. Perhaps most important to the fighting game community is that the game will also be re-balanced.

The patched version will be played at the world SCV tournament set to go down on April 10 in Las Vegas.

SoulCalibur V: Dampierre unbanned from tournament play

Welcome back, Dampierre.

SoulCalibur V (SCV) player, Dampierre is now officially tournament legal according to 8 Way Run. The dagger wielding con artist was previously banned from tournament play due to being a pre-order only character.

Dampierre is now available for download on Xbox Live and PSN.

SoulCalibur V: "Online Warrior" episode #6 (Video)

The sixth episode to Maximilian's SoulCalibur V (SCV) series, "Online Warrior." This time, Max competes on Xbox Live playing as various characters such as his created Doctor Doom and even himself.

SoulCalibur V: "Online Warrior" episode #4 (Video)

Maximilian has posted the fourth episode to his SoulCalibur V (SCV) "Online Warrior" web series. Max once again offers live commentary and gives viewers his take on why his matches ended up in success or failure.

SoulCalibur V: Story Mode by Maximilian part 7 finale

Maximilian has finally done it.

He has completed the SoulCalibur V (SCV) story mode. In the week of SCV videos, Max provided live commentary like he's been doing with his "Online Warrior" videos as of late.

Now that he's done with the SCV story, it'll be interesting to see what Max plans next for the Namco Bandai fighter. Will he devote more time to Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3 (UMvC3)? Or will he stick with SCV?

Time will tell.

Watch the final part of Maximilian's SCV story mode walkthrough below:

SoulCalibur V: Story Mode by Maximilian parts 5 and 6 (Video)

Maximilian continues on his quest to complete the SoulCalibur V (SCV) story mode. With this video, he also continues his new approach to live commentary like he's been doing with his "Online Warrior" series. See part six below:

SoulCalibur V: Maximilian and Doom play (Video)

The SoulCalibur V (SCV) videos are rolling out and Maximilian is one of the suppliers. Now Doctor Doom has joined Max for the ride. Not only that, but he's also created himself in the game. How does Victor von Doom fair in the Namco Bandai fighter? Watch the video to find out.

SoulCalibur V: Story Mode by Maximilian part 4 (Video)

Maximilian has posted the fourth part to his SoulCalibur V (SCV) story mode series. Max runs through the story with live commentary and gives his thoughts as the mode progresses.

SoulCalibur V: Natsu combos

Fresh off the Natsu combo guide, a new video of the SoulCalibur V (SCV) character has surfaced.

IPHtwo has uploaded his week 1 Natsu combos. It's under two minutes, but the uploader says more will come after some practice.

If you'd like to use Natsu and get a head-start on your opponents, this video and the combo guide is highly recommended.

SoulCalibur V: Basic Leixia combos

SoulCalibur V (SCV) has only been in stores since late January and there's already a bevy of combo videos.

If you want to get the early edge with Leixia in SCV, Cross Assault wants to help. They've uploaded a basic SCV combo video of Leixia.

The video also features simple hit-confirms into critical-edge.

SoulCalibur V: "Online Warrior" episode #2

You didn't think online warriors just existed in Mahvel, did you?

Maximilian has uploaded episode two of his SoulCalibur V (SCV) "Online Warrior" series. Max runs through ranked matches and gives some tips and tricks to players who want to dip their toes in the online world of SCV.

The commentary goes live with the action so you get to here Max scream and go bonkers as he gets pummeled or does the bruising.

Watch episode two of the "Online Warrior" below:

SoulCalibur V: Viola Day 2 combos (Video)

DestinStrider is back with his second SoulCalibur V (SCV) combo video showcasing Viola. If you thought day one was crazy, wait until you see the day two combos. Head past the jump for a transcription.

SoulCalibur V: "Let's Play" Part 1 (Video)

Maximilian continues to experiment with SoulCalibur V (SCV). First, he uploaded the "Online Warrior," and now he's started a "Let's Play" series for Namco Bandai's latest fighter.

SoulCalibur V: Natsu Combo Guide

The guides are in full effect.

Yesterday (Feb. 1, 2012) a combo guide surfaced for Ezio in SoulCalibur V (SCV). Today, another guide has been uploaded. This one is for Natsu and comes from Thwopblock.

Watch the SCV Natsu combo guide after the jump: