Street Fighter II
1991 • Capcom
9.3/10Capcom
Fighting
The fighting game that defined the genre with memorable characters, precise controls, and competitive gameplay.
Gameplay
2D fighting with unique characters, special moves performed with joystick and button combinations, and balanced competitive gameplay.
Historical Context
Developed by Capcom as a follow-up to the original Street Fighter, revolutionizing the fighting genre with precise controls and memorable characters.
Fun Facts
- • Created the template for all modern fighting games
- • Each character has a unique fighting style and nationality
- • The SNES version was the first successful home port
Cultural Impact
Created the modern fighting game genre and established many conventions still used today, spawning countless sequels and imitators.
Review
Street Fighter II perfected fighting game mechanics with responsive controls, balanced characters, and addictive competitive gameplay.