Written by Bryan Dawson (DrDogg here on GAF!)
Dead or Alive 5 Prima Official Game Guide includes:
• Full move lists, combos, and strategy for each character
• Breakdown of the Triangle system; where strikes beat throws, throws beat holds, and holds beat strikes
• Details on all power blows, the new move type introduced in Dead or Alive 5
• Stages are broken down in detail, explaining the dangers of each one and how to take advantage of the terrain
• And more.
Two years after the destruction of the TriTower, headquarters and symbol of DOATEC...
Helena Douglas has begun the task of rebuilding DOATEC, this time with the aim of using its technology for peaceful ends. She has ordered the dissolution of the Biotechnology Division, the indefinite suspension of the Military Division's Projects Alpha, Epsilon and Omega, and the expulsion of all members of the Donovan faction from DOATEC's offices around the world.
Now in the same position once held by her father, DOATEC founder Fame Douglas, Helena has announced that she intends to hold the fifth Dead or Alive tournament, to show the world the principles and philosophies upholding the new DOATEC.
360 Controller/ Ps3 Controller
D-pad or Analogue Stick = Movement
Y/Triangle = Punch
B/Circle = Kick
A/X = Throw
X/Square = Guard-Hold
RB/R1 = Power Blow
LB/L1(Punch+Kick) = Strong Punch
RT/R2 (Hold+kick) = Strong Kick
LT/L2 = Taunt
BASIC GAMEPLAY
Triangle System
The game uses a Triangle system where strikes beats throws, throws beat holds and holds beats strikes. Practice well and you’ll be doing a beautiful choreography online or offline.
Sidestep
A way to escape an attack from the opponent and have an opening for your attack learn how to properly use and you will have a nice advantage.
Holds
Right when your opponent throws a strike use a hold to deflect it and attack back for a lot of damage in one move.
Danger Zones
These are special parts found on most of the stages where If you knock the opponent against them it will cause heavy damage. To mention a few there are cars, Walls, tanks and even some floor areas are danger zones.
Cliffhangers
Newly introduced on DOA5. When you knock the opponent now they might be able to hold of the ledge before falling to the other tier of the stage. Here you can strike or Grab if you are at advantage and if you are the one in disadvantage block or counter.
Power Blows
Also new mechanic introduced in DOA5. Power Blows is a powerful move that lets you set the direction to blow away your opponent. Aim left or right towards the area you want to blow that character away. Want to knock them out of the stage? Go ahead! Want to knock them into a Danger Zone? Just do it! The move is slow so you need to know how to set up in order to use it properly. Power blows can only be used when you are at 50% life or lower (Signified by your life bar flashing red)
CRITICAL SYSTEM
Critical Stuns
By landing specific moves, you can put your opponent into a Critical Stun state. The opponents on this state can’t block but they are still able to perform holds.
Critical Combos
Strike the opponent while they are in a Critical Stun state. Here you can prolong the amount of time they will be remained stunned. You can attack with various moves but there is a limit of damage that can be inflicted by Critical Combos. If you reach the limit of damage you will not be able to land additional attacks.
Critical Burst
By landing a specific strike that takes you over the damage limit of a critical combo you will be able to cause a Critical Burst. This will leave the opponent completely defenseless and open to land juggling combos, Power Blows or other high-impact moves.
List of changes between DOA4 and DOA5
Story
Experience the world of DOA5 and its cast of characters in Story Mode.
In addition to defeating opponents, players can test themselves against
bonus missions. The ferocity of opponents changes depending on the
players skill, creating intense action.
Fighting
Arcade – Typical affair of fighting games. Fight against multiple CPU opponents.
Versus – Single or Tag.
Time Attack – Pretty much like Arcade Mode but beating your time records.
Survival – Fight up to 100 enemies.
Online
Rank Match – Earn points by winning Rank Matches to improve your Grade. Points are only earned in this mode so you can play the other modes without being worried about your grade.
Unrank Match – Fight people without worrying about the points and Grades.
Lobby Match – Up to 16 players
Leaderboards – Check stats and download replays.
Fighters List – View a list of players you have registered. You are able to check your battle history with every opponent and even challenge them to battle any time.
Throwdown Challenge – You will receive challenges from another player during battle. You will see a Throwdown Challenge Icon on the bottom right of the screen.
Online Dojo – An online training mode where you can practice with other players.
Share on Facebook – You can check your titles and fight records and share them on facebook.
Training
A big amount of options available on the settings screens for players to adjust the AI Opponent’s behavior- opponent control, input recording, fast recover from staggers and other options. Use command training to view moves and master each character’s moves.
Extra
Spectator Mode – Watch replays and take pictures of the matches.
View titles – Check out the Titles you have gained from the missions.
Options
Adjust various settings, such as Control Method, Language, Subtitles and Other Options.
More to come
Preorder the game at Gamestop to receive DOA Angels (White Bunnies) Swimsuits for Kasumi, Hitomi and Leifang.
Preorder the game at Amazon to receive DOA Devils (Black Bunnies) Swimsuits for Ayane, Christie and Tina.
Gamestop Exclusive Collector’s Edition
Premium Embossed Steel Case Packing
Dead Or Alive 5 game
Exclusive Hardcover Art Book (92 Pages)
Premium Swimsuit Costumes for the full cast of playable female characters in the game (12 Swimsuits)
Official Game Soundtrack CD
Dead Or Alive 5 "I'm a Fighter" Poster
Tutorial
DOA5 Tutorial Playlist
Fighter Chronicles Videos
Dead or Alive 5: Fighter Chronicles - Episode 1
Dead or Alive 5: Fighter Chronicles - Episode 2
Dead or Alive 5: Fighter Chronicles - Episode 3
Dead or Alive 5: Fighter Chronicles - Episode 4
Dead or Alive 5: Fighter Chronicles - Episode 5
Combo Videos
Balance Test Combo Footage #1
Balance Test Combo Footage #2
Balance Test Combo Footage #3
DEAD OR ALIVE 5 Ver0.75 (Gamescom Build) KASUMI - COMBO VIDEO
DEAD OR ALIVE 5 Ver0.75 (Gamescom Build) SARAH - COMBO VIDEO
DEAD OR ALIVE 5 Ver0.75 (Gamescom Build) CHRISTIE - COMBO VIDEO
DEAD OR ALIVE 5 Ver0.75 (Gamescom Build) RIG - COMBO VIDEO
DEAD OR ALIVE 5 Ver0.75 (Gamescom Build) LEI FANG - COMBO VIDEO
DEAD OR ALIVE 5 Ver0.75 (Gamescom Build) BAYMAN - COMBO VIDEO
(Check EMPER0RC0W's channel since he might upload more videos later)
Bunny Angels Trailers (Preorder Bonus Outfits)
Bunny Angels Trailer [English]
Bunny Angels Trailer [Japanese]
More Videos
TGS 2011 Extended Trailer
E3 2012 Trailer
Bayman vs Christie Reveal
Leifang vs Zack Reveal
Bass & Rig Reveal
Mila Reveal Trailer
Dead or Alive 5 Fighting Entertainment Vignette (Tag Team Trailer)
Opening Declaration
Launch Trailer
IGN Character Breakdowns
IGN Preview
OXM Preview
Electronic Theatre Preview
Gametrailers Video Preview
Famitsu: 36/40
Metacritic Ps3
Metacritic 360
Gamerankings PS3
Gamerankings 360
Any tournaments/events and GAF arranged tournament/events will be updated here. Take in consideration there is going to be max of 5 Events announced and those will either be stream events or GAF Events. (GAF Events don’t need streams and they are priority)
Event: DOA5 PSN GAF Tournament by: Memento_Mori15
Start Date: Sept 29th (9:30pm)
Time Zone: EST
Stream URL: (TBA)
Prize: 1st place wins $10 PSN Code or $10 Amazon Gift Card
SIGN UP: Send a PM to Memento_Mori15
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Event: Season's Beatings Ascension
Start Date: Sept 30th (12:00pm)
Time Zone: EST
Stream URL: http://en.twitch.tv/consolecombat
Click on either image to add yourself to the group and fight some gaffers 
There are more Dead or Alive dedicated forums which can be of help. Some of them are organizing training sessions and tournaments. Give them a look and maybe join these sites since they can be very helpful in order to learn the ropes of DOA and also find more fighters down the road.
www.freestepdodge.com (Mostly focused on the competitive and technical areas)
http://tkplayers.com/ (It’s a middle ground between competitive and technical areas with some casual conversations around)
www.doaworld.com (This is a more casual community where they talk a bit of everything)
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