Ryu
A disciplined Japanese martial artist who seeks stronger opponents.
Documented for this version
Which controls does this version use?
Actions
Joystick LeftJoystick Right | Move horizontally |
|---|---|
Joystick Up | Jump |
Joystick Down | Crouch |
Joystick direction toward opponent | Block Hold away from the opponent. |
Jab Punch | Light punch |
Strong Punch | Medium punch |
Fierce Punch | Heavy punch |
Short Kick | Light kick |
Forward Kick | Medium kick |
Roundhouse Kick | Heavy kick |
Control notes
Arcade cabinets use a joystick and six attack buttons; button names can vary by cabinet labeling.
Exact move inputs depend on the selected character.
How it plays
How does Super Street Fighter II: The New Challengers play?
Matches use a side-view perspective and pit two fighters against each other. The objective is to reduce the opponent's vitality before the timer expires, usually by winning two rounds. Players move, jump, block, perform punches and kicks, and execute character-specific special moves.
The single-player arcade route presents a sequence of opponents followed by a fixed endgame challenge. Two-player competitive matches are available, and the four newcomers—Cammy, Fei Long, T. Hawk, and Dee Jay—join the returning World Warriors. Super Combo meters and character-specific techniques add tactical options as matches progress.
Plan your run
What is the best way to play Super Street Fighter II: The New Challengers?
Learn one reliable normal attack, one anti-air response, and one special move before attempting advanced combos. Blocking low attacks and recognizing jump-ins are more important than attacking constantly.
Use the timer and spacing deliberately. Keep opponents at the range where your character's strongest normals connect, punish missed special moves, and save Super Combos for confirmed openings rather than throwing them out randomly.
Meet the cast
Who are the key characters?
Ken
Ryu's American rival and fellow practitioner of Ansatsuken.
Chun-Li
A Chinese Interpol officer pursuing M. Bison and criminal justice.
E. Honda
A Japanese sumo wrestler proving the strength of sumo worldwide.
Blanka
A feral fighter from Brazil with electrically charged attacks.
Zangief
A powerful Soviet professional wrestler who fights at close range.
Guile
An American military officer seeking revenge against M. Bison.
Dhalsim
An Indian yogi whose elastic limbs and fire techniques control space.
Cammy
A British Delta Red operative with fast attacks and an unclear past.
Fei Long
A Hong Kong martial artist and film star inspired by kung fu cinema.
T. Hawk
A Native American warrior from Mexico defending his homeland.
Dee Jay
A Jamaican kickboxer and musician who fights with rhythmic attacks.
M. Bison
The dictator of Shadaloo and the final arcade opponent.
Balrog
An American boxer and former champion working for Shadaloo.
Vega
A Spanish claw fighter known for speed, wall jumps, and vanity.
Sagat
A towering Muay Thai fighter and former Street Fighter champion.
Before you begin
What should you know before playing?
- 1
Practice the timing and charge requirements of each character's special moves.
- 2
Use Training-style practice or versus matches, when available, to learn spacing and anti-air timing.
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