Ryu
A disciplined martial artist who seeks to improve through combat.
Documented for this version
Which controls does this version use?
Actions
Control Pad | Move, crouch, and jump |
|---|---|
ABC | Perform attacks Attack strength depends on the button and controller configuration. |
Start | Start the game or pause during play |
Control notes
The six-button Genesis controller provides the most complete control layout.
Button assignments can vary with the connected Genesis controller.
How it plays
How does Super Street Fighter II play?
Matches take place on a single two-dimensional plane. The objective is to reduce the opponent's life bar before the timer expires, usually by winning two rounds.
Players choose from returning fighters and four newcomers: Cammy, Fei Long, Dee Jay, and T. Hawk. Each character has normal attacks, command moves, special techniques, throws, and a Super Combo. Arcade mode progresses through a fixed series of opponents, while versus play allows two players to fight directly.
Plan your run
What is the best way to play Super Street Fighter II?
Learn the spacing and recovery of each character's normal attacks before relying on special moves. Use the Control Pad to maintain a useful distance, punish missed attacks, and avoid jumping predictably.
Save Super Combo meter for situations where the attack can connect, and vary between throws, low attacks, anti-air moves, and projectiles. In Arcade mode, observe the computer's repeated patterns rather than trading damage carelessly.
Meet the cast
Who are the key characters?
Ken
Ryu's aggressive rival and fellow practitioner of Ansatsuken.
Chun-Li
An Interpol officer pursuing justice and criminal organizations.
Guile
A military officer searching for answers and confronting M. Bison.
E. Honda
A sumo wrestler determined to prove the strength of his style.
Blanka
A feral fighter raised in the Brazilian wilderness.
Zangief
A powerful Soviet wrestler who fights for pride and strength.
Dhalsim
An Indian yoga master with exceptional reach and fire techniques.
T. Hawk
A Native American warrior seeking to reclaim his homeland.
Cammy
A highly trained fighter connected to Bison's organization.
Fei Long
A Hong Kong martial artist and action-film star.
Dee Jay
A Jamaican kickboxer who enjoys competition and music.
M. Bison
The leader of the criminal organization Shadaloo.
Balrog
A disgraced boxer fighting for money and recognition.
Vega
A masked Spanish claw fighter obsessed with beauty.
Sagat
A towering Muay Thai master and longtime rival of Ryu.
Akuma
A secretive martial artist devoted to overwhelming power.
Before you begin
What should you know before playing?
- 1
Use training and versus matches to learn special-move inputs and anti-air timing.
- 2
Do not jump constantly; grounded attacks and throws are usually safer.
- 3
The six-button controller makes the full attack layout easier to use.
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