I’ve been thinking that it’s a pretty good time to be playing 2D fighters online. There are three exciting projects going on simultaneously. We have GGPO, 0746’s P2P, and the Supraclient. They all advance the state of the art in online emu play in one or more ways.
I’ve been thinking that the community as a whole owes these guys and all developers working, behind the scenes or front and center, some serious props. Without them most of us would (at best) be playing scubs at the local arcade.
I’ve seen how ungrateful people can be at times. They release a new build and immediately people complain. They want instant answers to their problem as if they paid for it.
I would like to extend my sincere gratitude to anyone who volunteers their time working to make online emu play a reality. I don’t know how often you hear it but your work is truly appreciated. Even if people don’t realize it or communicate it.