🥊 Street Fighter II

Special Champion Edition

The fighting game that revolutionized the genre. Master special moves, combos, and strategies for each character in this legendary fighting game.

Character Selection

Street Fighter II Character Select

Choose from 12 unique fighters, each with their own fighting style, special moves, and strategies. Master your favorite character or try them all!

Fighter Roster

Each character has unique abilities, strengths, and weaknesses. Learn about each fighter to find your perfect match.

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Ryu

Japan

The wandering warrior seeking to perfect his fighting skills. Balanced fighter with powerful special moves.

Specialty: Hadoken, Shoryuken
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Ken

USA

Ryu's best friend and training partner. Faster and more aggressive than Ryu with flashy techniques.

Specialty: Speed, Combos
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Chun-Li

China

The first female fighter in the series. Fast kicks and excellent mobility make her a formidable opponent.

Specialty: Lightning Kicks
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E. Honda

Japan

Sumo wrestler with incredible strength and reach. His Hundred Hand Slap is devastating up close.

Specialty: Power, Grappling
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Blanka

Brazil

Wild fighter raised in the Amazon jungle. Uses electricity and unpredictable movements.

Specialty: Electricity, Unpredictability
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Dhalsim

India

Yoga master with stretchable limbs and fire attacks. Excellent range but vulnerable up close.

Specialty: Range, Fire Attacks

Basic Moves & Controls

Master the fundamental moves that every fighter can perform. These are the building blocks of advanced techniques.

Basic Attacks

  • Light Punch LP
  • Medium Punch MP
  • Heavy Punch HP
  • Light Kick LK
  • Medium Kick MK
  • Heavy Kick HK

Movement

  • Walk Forward →
  • Walk Backward ←
  • Jump Forward ↗
  • Jump Backward ↖
  • Crouch ↓
  • Block ← or ↓

Fighting Strategies

Learn the essential strategies and techniques that separate beginners from advanced players in Street Fighter II.

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Special Moves

Master the iconic special moves like Hadoken, Shoryuken, and Tatsumaki Senpukyaku. Timing and execution are key.

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Combos

Learn to chain attacks together for maximum damage. Practice basic combos before attempting advanced techniques.

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Defense

Blocking, parrying, and spacing are crucial defensive skills. Learn when to attack and when to defend.

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Mind Games

Advanced players use feints, baits, and psychological tactics. Learn to read your opponent and adapt your strategy.

Controller Layout & Abbreviations

Understanding the controller layout and move notation is essential for mastering Street Fighter II.

6-Button Controller Layout

             Jump                   Light Punch  Middle Punch  Hard Punch
             (U)                           (LP)     (MP)       (HP)
   Backward   __     Forward                 |        |         |
   Flip   _  |  |   _   Flip                 X        Y         C
   (UB)  |   |  |    |  (UF)                   
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Block |______    ______| Forward
(B)          |  |            (F)
         |_  |  |  _|                        A        B         C
Duck-Block   |__|    Duck-Forward            |        |         |
(DB)         Duck            (DF)          (LK)     (MK)       (HK)
             (D)                     Light Kick   Middle Kick  Hard Kick

Move Notation Abbreviations

QCF Quarter Circle Forward (D, DF, F)
QCB Quarter Circle Backward (D, DB, B)
HCF Half Circle Forward (B, DB, D, DF, F)
HCB Half Circle Backward (F, DF, D, DB, B)
CBF Charge Back, Forward (Ch B 2 secs, F)
CDU Charge Down, Up (Ch D 2 secs, U)
PPP All Punch Buttons
KKK All Kick Buttons
PAO Push Against Opponent

Complete Character Move Lists

Detailed move lists and strategies for all 12 fighters in Street Fighter II: Special Champion Edition.

Ryu - The Wandering Warrior

A good, well-balanced fighter. If you want to kick a** and be able to get away in time so the opponent cannot return the favor, be Ryu.

Fireball QCF+P Ryu shoots a ball of fire across the screen. Apparently, all the Shotokans are gas-powered, seeing their fireballs are blue.
Golden Fireball QCF+P This only happens if you are pelting the opponent with fireballs. It is a little more damaging than the normal fireball.
Hurricane Kick QCB+K Ryu spins around with one foot out. It can be ducked.
Air Hurricane Kick (T) QCB+K in air A Hurricane Kick in air. 'Nuff said.
Dragon Punch FDD+P Ryu jumps into the air with a spinning uppercut. A good anti-air move. If done right, the HP version can do 3 hits.
Shoulder Throw PAO+MP or HP Ryu throws his opponent over his shoulder.
Kick Throw PAO+MK or HK Ryu grabs his opponent, gets under them, and kicks them away. Does good damage.
Axe Kick When close, HK He simply does a two-hit kick.

E. Honda - The Sumo Wrestler

At 304 pounds, this guy seriously needs to go on a diet. To make up for that, his LP Hundred Hand Slap can move forward and back.

Hundred Hand Slap Tap P repeatedly Honda slaps the opponent very, very, VERY quickly. Press F or B to move forward or backwards. WARNING: This move is a Shotokan trap. Don't use this if you are far away and the opponent has a projectile.
Head Butt CBF+P Honda flies head first at the opponent.
Super Sumo Press (T) CDU+K Flies up with a flipping MP motion, then down with a flipping LP motion. A good anti-air move.
Shoulder Throw PAO+MP Honda has his own Shoulder Throw, not unlike Ryu's.
Stomach Smash PAO+HP This hold makes Honda repeatedly smash the opponent against his stomach. It looks like Honda is hugging the opponent.
Knee Smash PAO+HK Honda grabs the opponent and smashes the opponent's head against his knee.
Double Kick HK when close A kick that does 2 hits.

Blanka - The Electric Beast

A bizarre creature, he has good jumping ability. His reach for his attacks is second only to Zangief (and of course to Dhalsim's stretchy arms).

Electricity Tap P repeatedly Blanka channels electricity through his skin. In the unlikely event that you should hit someone with it, it does fairly good damage. WARNING: This is another Shotokan trap.
Rolling Attack CBF+P Blanka rolls into a ball and flies towards the opponent. This move looks cool, and does good damage.
Vertical Rolling Attack (T) CDU+K He rolls into a ball, but instead of flying forward, he flies up, then crashes back down.
Double Bite PAO+MP Blanka bites the opponent two times in quick succession.
Head Bite PAO+HP Blanka grabs onto the opponent and repeatedly bites the opponent on the head.

Ken - The Flame of Justice

He is almost exactly like Ryu, except he is a little stronger and a little slower. Another kick a** fighter.

Fireball QCF+P Ken shoots a ball of fire across the screen. Apparently, all the Shotokans are gas-powered, seeing their fireballs are blue.
Golden Fireball QCF+P This only happens if you are pelting the opponent with fireballs. It is a little more damaging than the normal fireball.
Hurricane Kick QCB+K Ken spins around with one foot out. The HK version, if done right, can do 4 hits. It can be ducked.
Air Hurricane Kick (T) QCB+K in air A Hurricane Kick in air. 'Nuff said.
Dragon Punch FDD+P Ken jumps into the air with a spinning uppercut. A good anti-air move.
Rolling Kick Throw PAO+HK Ken grabs his opponent, gets under them, and rolls around with them a lot. Does very good damage if you manage to hit them with it.
Axe Kick When close, HK He simply does a two-hit kick.

Chun-Li - The Strongest Woman in the World

Chun-Li is FAST. Keep this in mind. Also, her kicks are a lot better than her punches.

Lightning Kick Tap K repeatedly Chun-Li kicks so fast it looks like a blur. WARNING: This is another Shotokan trap.
Whirlwind Kick CDU+K This is a Hurricane Kick, only upside-down.
Kikoden (T) HCF+P This is Chun-Li's version of the Fireball (although it looks a lot more like water).
Throw PAO+MP or HP Chun-Li grabs the opponent and throws him on the ground in front of her. This can be done in mid-air.
Backflip PAO+MK Chun-Li does a backflip that does 2 hits.
Air Flip PAO+HK Chun-Li flips over the opponent and then crashes back down, doing good damage.
Wall Bounce When in a corner UB, UF Chun-Li bounces off the wall behind her. Useful for getting out of corners.

Advanced Tips & Strategies

Master these advanced techniques to become a Street Fighter II champion.

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Defensive Strategy

Try to block a lot if you are low on health and/or getting hit multiple times. Some special moves can leave you vulnerable to attack. Make sure there is a good chance of a hit connecting before you use it.

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Recovery Techniques

Wiggle the D-pad to get out of being dizzy faster. This can save you from taking additional damage when stunned.

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Combo Creation

Try putting a combination of moves together. For instance, try this combo for Ryu/Ken: Flipping HK, Ducking HK. Experiment with different move sequences.

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Important Warning

You still take damage if you block a special move. Blocking reduces damage but doesn't eliminate it completely.

Fighting Tips & FAQ

How do I perform special moves?
Special moves require specific input sequences. For example, Hadoken is performed by pressing ↓↘→ + Punch. Practice the motions slowly at first, then gradually increase speed.
Which character should I start with?
Ryu is recommended for beginners due to his balanced stats and straightforward special moves. Once you master the basics, try other characters to find your preferred fighting style.
How important is blocking?
Blocking is essential for survival. Hold back or down-back to block high and low attacks respectively. Learn to block consistently before focusing on offense.
What's the best way to practice?
Start with basic moves and special moves in training mode. Practice against the computer, then challenge human opponents. Focus on one character until you're comfortable with their moveset.
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