Mario’s 3D launch party is happening in NYC on Saturday, November 12, starting at 10am. If you happen to pick up a set of Tanooki ears and a tail — the amazing swag of choice for this New York event — be sure to send us pictures. Also, be sure to send me the actually Tanooki ears and a tail, since I deserve it. Thanks.

Thursday afternoon, Capcom hosted another Fight Club event, this time taking over New York City’s Eyebeam Art and Technology Center to show off some upcoming titles. On hand were next week’s Street Fighter III: Third Strike Online Edition, November’s Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3, and next year’s much anticipated Street Fighter X Tekken.

You really have to hand it to Capcom for putting together these community events. In an age of online multiplayer, Capcom can rally together hundreds of fans on short notice, all for a chance to play some of their games in development.  I was able to play all three titles for a fair amount of time, and grabbed some pictures of the event. Check out the full gallery below, and my game impressions below the break!

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