Street Fighter Alpha 2

Street Fighter II builds on its predecessor with command-based special moves, a six-button layout, and a roster of distinct characters each boasting unique fighting styles.

✦ Best for competitive fighting game fans craving classic arcade experience

Street Fighter, released by Capcom in 1987, introduced the core mechanics that defined the fighting genre, including distinct attack buttons and special command inputs.

✦ Best for retro fighting fans craving the original arcade experience

Street Fighter III: New Generation is Capcom’s 1997 arcade fighting game that revamped the series with a brand‑new cast led by Alex while keeping Ryu and Ken.

✦ Best for hardcore 2d fighting fans craving deep parry combos

Street Fighter Alpha: Warriors' Dreams expands the iconic Street Fighter formula with a new three‑level Super Combo system, letting players unleash powerful attacks as they fill the gauge with regular and special moves.

✦ Best for hardcore retro fighting fans craving deep combo mechanics

Street Fighter III: 3rd Strike continues the story after 2nd Impact, adding five new fighters and expanding the tournament narrative with fresh stages, endings, and voice work.

✦ Best for hardcore fighting game competitors craving deep mechanics and robust competitive scene

Street Fighter Alpha 3 delivers a complete gameplay overhaul, letting players choose from three distinct fighting styles that dramatically change each character’s moveset.

✦ Best for hardcore fighting fans craving deep style customization