Out of touch mistake or next level communication by Capcom? Our thoughts on Akuma’s apparent tatsu nerf; King of Fighters 15 trailer analysis

For the first time ever we're talking about Akuma in Street Fighter 5 as Catalyst explains why it would be a travesty if he isn't properly balanced. Now very recently Capcom showed some footage of what looked like a substantial nerf to the character's bread and butter combo, but this nerf did not come to fruition in Tuesday's update leaving us to wonder whether Capcom is making basic mistakes or getting into next level hinting. Plus analysis, reaction, and speculation from the King of Fighters 15 trailer.

Timestamps

01:15 - It would be a travesty if Akuma isn't properly nerfed
10:00 - "Ultra Street Fighter 4 had the best balance of any SF game thus far" Comparing Akuma to other characters and games
16:54 - The mysterious Tatsu nerf - out of touch mistake or next level communication strategy?
30:27 - Message to Capcom
35:30 - King of Fighters 15 trailer analysis/reactions: graphics
45:44 - Character charisma and personality
49:18 - SNK hasn't gone overly PC to avoid cancel culture... thank goodness
58:07 - How to prep for KOF15
01:01:09 - Roster talk