Gaming
magic 4
What does magic 4 mean?
A speedy standing kick (the '4' button) that, when it lands as a counter-hit, freezes the opponent long enough for a guaranteed combo. Great for interrupting pressure.
"I magic 4'd him out of his string and got a full counter-hit launch off it."
Origin
Tekken; refers to a quick standing 4 (right kick) that gives a guaranteed follow-up on counter-hit. Named for how universally useful it is.
Frequently asked questions
What does Magic 4 mean in fighting games?
It's a fast standing kick that turns a counter-hit into a free combo.
How do you use Magic 4 in a sentence?
"Land the Magic 4 on counter-hit and you get a full combo off it."
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