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[haunts]

Here it is, the official thread for Street Fighter IV. Just a couple years back most of thought this game would never come out, and here we are just a couple weeks away from being able to play it! Between Raging Spaniard and myself, we will continue to update this post with information and links on the game.

Release Dates:


Japan: February 12th
North America: February 17th
Europe: February 20th
PC Version: June 30th

Game details & Features:

Street Fighter IV brings the legendary fighting series back to its roots by taking the beloved fighting moves and techniques of the original Street Fighter II, and infusing them with Capcomís latest advancements in next generation technology to create a truly extraordinary experience that will re-introduce the world to the time-honored art of virtual martial arts.

Everything that made the legendary Street Fighter II a hit in the arcades, living rooms and dormitories across the globe has been brought back in Street Fighter IV. Players will be able to play their favorite classic characters, such as Ryu, Ken, Chun-Li and Guile, along with new characters, including Crimson Viper, Abel, El Fuerte, and Rufus. Characters and environments are rendered in stylized 3D, while the game is played in the classic Street Fighter 2D perspective with additional 3D camera flourishes. Six-button controls for the game return, with a host of new special moves and features integrated into the gameplay system. Street Fighter IV brings a brand new fighting game to fans the world over.

3D environments and characters

Traditional "2D" Street Fighter six-button gameplay

Classic Street Fighter characters re-imagined for a new generation of gamers, including the original cast of Street Fighter II

New brawlers: female super-spy Crimson Viper, lucha libre wrestler El Fuerte, mixed martial artist Abel and more!

New special moves that go beyond any Street Fighter fan's wildest imagination, including Focus Attacks, Super Combos, and the revenge-fueled Ultra Combo system.

Amazing locations never seen before in a Street Fighter game

New gameplay elements provide challenges for both newcomers as well as the most seasoned Street Fighter pro.

Standard Edition

Collectors Edition


Both versions include the anime on DVD (360) or BluRay (PS3), soundtrack, a figurine (Ryu for PS3, C.Viper for 360), and a mini strategy guide.

PS3

XBOX 360

XBOX360 Achievements List

PS3 Trophies List

Reviews:

Official Xbox Magazine: 9.5 out of 10

Official Playstation Magazine: 5/5

Famitsu: 9,8,8,9

IGN US: 9.3 | Full Review

IGN UK: 9.5


Media:
1UP Game night Stream with the pros

1UP SFIV Preview @ Keystone II

Roster Trailer

GameSpot CES Preview with Character Demos

Joysticks:

Official Shoryuken.com FightStick and FightPad Thread

Official NeoGAF Arcade Stick Thread

MadCatz FightStick Tournament Edition

MadCatz FightStick Standard Edition

HORI Real Arcade Pro 3

HORI Real Arcade Pro EX

Pads:

MadCatz FightPads

Gamertags & PSN IDs:

NEOGAF XBOX LIVE GAMERTAG THREAD

NEOGAF PSN ID THREAD

System:

via iPlaywinner.com:

Focus Attack

FOCUS ATTACK - MEDIUM PUNCH + MEDIUM KICK
Also known as Saving Attack

The Focus Attack is a system introduced in Street Fighter 4 that allows you to absorb a hit and counter attack which can lead to multiple out comes such as a stagger hit or a crumple state. It can also be used to absorb fireballs and other hits (much like a Street Fighter III Parry), as well as "Dash Cancel" within combo sequences to increase hits and damage.

You can execute the Focus Attack by pressing medium punch and medium kick at the same time. You can hold it down for a set time to obtain three different levels. You can dash forward or back at anytime to cancel this charge.

The three level properties are as follows:

1. The Focus Attack must be a counter hit to crumple otherwise it will just stagger the opponent on hit.
2. The Focus Attack will cause a crumple state on normal hit where one can follow up with a combo.
3. The Focus Attack becomes unblockable and leads to a crumple state on hit.

To absorb a non-armor breaking attack, simply hold the Focus Attack and you will absorb one hit. This will take away a portion of your life bar which is recoverable over time, unless you are hit in which you will lose it permanently. You can also dash back or forward upon impact of the attack to either back away from your opponent or dash through the attack to pressure your opponent. This method is useful for dashing through projectiles to lessen the distance between you and your opponent.

To Focus Attack Dash Cancel (FADC) a special move of your own, upon impact of the special move, hold the Focus Attack down and dash forward or backwards. Doing this will use up two stocks of your Super Meter but will allow you to cancel out of your special move and recover much quicker than your opponent. This can lead to some devastating combos if used correctly and also allow you safely dash out of your special moves if the other player ends up blocking it

EX Moves

Although not new to the Street Fighter series, the EX Moves are new to most characters in this game. To perform an EX move, you simply execute a special move but instead of pressing just one kick or punch button, you press two. Most ex moves have special properties and/or multiple hits. Using an EX move will use up one stock of your Super Meter.

Supers

Super moves are available to you after you have built up your Super Meter from attacking and taking damage through out the round. The Super Meter carries over to each round as well. This will allow you to unleash a multi-hit move on your opponent that inflicts much more damage than a normal, special or EX move. Most special moves can be comboed into and are also super cancelable.

Ultras

Think of Ultras as "EX Super Moves" in that they inflict a lot more damage than a Super and are typically a lot more flashy with the camera cutting to a stylized cinematic view of your character when you perform one.
You obtain Ultras after filling your Revenge Meter through out the round. Ultras do not carry over to each round like Supers do so it is best to use them when you have the chance.

There are two levels, level 2 obviously does more damage than level 1 but you wont obtain level 2 until you are nearly out of life. In regards to landing and Ultra, Most Ultras only connect after you have juggled your opponent and in general cannot be comboed into like you would Super moves. Keep in mind that you can connect an Ultra after a successful Focus Attack that leads to a crumple state with all characters in the game, but this is generally the only way to connect an Ultra on the ground without juggling the other player.

Revenge Meter

The Revenge Meter builds as you take damage through out the round. Once the revenge meter reaches a certain point, you are able to do an Ultra. The Revenge Meter resets at the beginning of each round.

UNLOCKING THE CHARACTERS

CHARACTER UNLOCK CONDITIONS
[Can unlock with one-round matches on the lowest difficulty level]
Sakura: Clear with Ryu
Cammy: Clear with C. Viper
Dan: Clear with Sakura
Fei-Long: Clear with Abel
Gen: Clear with Chun-Li
Rose: Clear with Dictator

Gouki/Akuma: After unlocking the above six, defeat Gouki
[At least one perfect, no continues]

Gouken: After finishing the game with Gouki, defeat Gouken with any character
[At least two perfects, no continues, at least three Ultra finishes]
Seth: Clear with all other characters

NOTE: Gouki and Gouken only appear to show up on the second or later playthrough with a given character.

Regarding the number of Ultra combo finishes required to face Gouki or Gouken:
Gouken only appears after at least two ultra combo finishes, and you can only unlock him with at least three Ultra finishes.

 

[haunts]

STORY

This young amnesiac desperately chases down the remnants of Shadaloo. His fighting style is based upon mixed martial arts and is well-suited to his mercenary background. Though he may appear to be a bit of a misanthrope at first glance, this is merely a side effect of his earnestness. He has no memories of his past.

STRATEGY

1up.com MyCheats Super Guide - ABEL

Shoryuken.com Abel Forum


MEDIA
Coming Soon.

STORY

This demonic warrior discarded his own humanity when he let the dark power of the Satsui no Hado take over and murder his own brother Gouken in cold blood. He seeks the ultimate fight to the death and is especially intrigued by Ryu's inherent Satsui no Hado tendencies, which he frequently tempts the younger man into succumbing to once and for all.

STRATEGY

1up.com MyCheats Super Guide - AKUMA

Shoryuken.com Akuma Forum


MEDIA
Coming Soon.

STORY

This boxer, whose violent tendencies led to his being expelled from the realm of professional boxing, teamed up with Bison to make money. He has not been heard from since Shadaloo's collapse.

STRATEGY

1up.com MyCheats Super Guide - BALROG

Shoryuken.com Balrog Forum


MEDIA
Coming Soon.

STORY

Following a harrowing plane crash in his youth, Blanka found himself alone in the Amazonian jungle, struggling to survive and live on his own, granting him extraordinary survival skills and a unique set of characteristics. He now fights to earn the love and respect of his mother.

STRATEGY

1up.com MyCheats Super Guide - BLANKA

Shoryuken.com Blanka Forum


MEDIA
Coming Soon.

STORY

This tough and beautiful agent assumes a business-like demeanor, seemingly ignoring the pettiness of human emotion and obligation to fellow man in favor of her own goals. She wears a high-tech suit equipped with an assortment of deadly gadgetry. Her true goals and identity are unknown.

STRATEGY

1up.com MyCheats Super Guide - C. VIPER

Shoryuken.com C. Viper Forum


MEDIA
Coming Soon.

STORY

This swift and deadly fighter is a member of a British paramilitary group known as Delta Red. She had been brainwashed by Shadaloo and put to use by that evil organization as nothing more than a living weapon, but she does not let this past hold her back and now fights alongside her comrades on a new and dangerous mission.

STRATEGY

1up.com MyCheats Super Guide - CAMMY

Shoryuken.com Cammy Forum


MEDIA
Coming Soon.

STORY

This Interpol detective uses an arsenal of deadly kicks as she scours the world in search of her missing father. She became a detective at the age of 18. She is currently engaged in an investigation with Guile into rumors of Shadaloo's reemergence.

STRATEGY

1up.com MyCheats Super Guide - CHUN LI

Shoryuken.com Chun-Li Forum


MEDIA
Coming Soon.

STORY

This narcissist values and trusts in beauty above all else. He joined Bison's organization purely to improve his own aesthetic senses. His extreme speed and beautifully executed move set makes it difficult for opponents to keep their minds on the battle. He has not been heard from since Shadaloo's collapse.

STRATEGY

1up.com MyCheats Super Guide - CLAW/VEGA

Shoryuken.com CLAW/VEGA Forum


MEDIA
Coming Soon.

STORY

This fighter boasts an impressive set of taunts, but his fighting moves are often half-baked. Though he has trained with Gouken in the past, his moves are based more upon his own unique technique, a style he has dubbed Saikyo.

STRATEGY

1up.com MyCheats Super Guide - CLAW/VEGA

Shoryuken.com Dan Forum


MEDIA
Coming Soon.

STORY

This mystical Indian yogi is reluctant to harm his opponents and is a pacifist at heart. Nevertheless, when his family's village is threatened, he once again ventures into the world, steeled for combat and ready to teach evil a lesson.

STRATEGY

1up.com MyCheats Super Guide - DHALSIM

Shoryuken.com Dhalsim Forum


MEDIA
Coming Soon.

STORY

Drug trafficking, human experimentation, weapons dealing; no crime was beyond the reach of Bison's foul Shadaloo organization. He uses his Psycho Power to strike fear into the hearts of those who oppose him and further his own twisted and vile machinations. Thought to have perished in the fall of Shadaloo, Bison garnered a new lease on life via a replacement body and now seeks to usher in a new dark age of terror and intimidation the world over.

STRATEGY

Shoryuken.com M. Bison Forum


MEDIA
Coming Soon.

STORY

This bad boy of the sumo circuit continues to make a name for himself on the world stage. He has attained the rank of Oseki, though he is generally considered good enough to take on the mantle of Yokozuna. He travels the world in an effort to spread sumo's appeal around the world.

STRATEGY

1up.com MyCheats Super Guide - E. HONDA

Shoryuken.com E. Honda Forum


MEDIA
Coming Soon.

STORY

This fighter divides his time between perfecting his lucha libre skills and his cooking abilities. His indomitable spirit is a match for even the legendary Red Cyclone. He now travels the world in an effort to assemble the greatest recipes on the planet.

STRATEGY

1up.com MyCheats Super Guide - EL FUERTE

Shoryuken.com El Fuerte Forum


MEDIA
Coming Soon.

STORY

This young man has made a big name for himself in the world of Hong Kong cinema. Having trained hard since childhood, there is not a single fighter in Hong Kong that has kung fu skills worthy of being compared to his own.

STRATEGY

1up.com MyCheats Super Guide - FEI LONG

Shoryuken.com Fei Long Forum


MEDIA
Coming Soon.

STORY

This assassin enjoys legendary notoriety in the underworld. He continues to scour the world for foes worthy of the fight to the death he seeks. He has a connection with Chun-Li's father and, as such, possesses very complex feelings toward her.

STRATEGY

1up.com MyCheats Super Guide - GEN

Shoryuken.com Gen Forum


MEDIA
Coming Soon.

STORY

Akuma's brother and mentor to Ryu and Ken, this legendary fighter is responsible for developing and refining Ansatsuken, a fighting style he taught to his pupils Ryu and Ken. He was defeated at the hands of the vile Akuma and now makes his triumphant return after having been presumed dead for decades.

STRATEGY

Shoryuken.com Gouken Forum


MEDIA
Coming Soon.

STORY

This American Air Force Major has dedicated his life to taking revenge on Bison, the man who killed his best friend, Charlie so many years ago. His fighting style is a unique blend of military trained martial arts and other moves that he finds useful in combat. When a series of incidents in which Shadaloo's involvement is suspected come to light, he is quick to partner up with his old friend Chun-Li to get to the bottom of it.

STRATEGY

Shoryuken.com Guile Forum


MEDIA
Coming Soon.

STORY

Scion of the American financial group that bears his name, Ken Masters is also the closest friend of rival of Ryu. With a brand new life on the way to get his and his wife's family started, he hesitates when invited to climb back into the ring with Ryu. Eve

STRATEGY

Shoryuken.com Ken Forum


MEDIA
Coming Soon.

STORY

This beautiful and enigmatic fortune teller is well-known in Genoa, where she has set up shop. She relies on her mastery of Soul Power, an energy that draws its source from her very life-force, rather than on physical technique to vanquish foes.

STRATEGY

Shoryuken.com Rose Forum


MEDIA
Coming Soon.

STORY

This portly fighter uses his own unique brand of kung fu. He has declared himself to be the America's greatest fighter and he has a deep, though decidedly one-side rivalry with Ken Masters. He fights to prove that he is indeed better than Masters, though he frequently mistakes other fighters for his supposed rival.

STRATEGY

Shoryuken.com Rufus Forum


MEDIA
Coming Soon.

STORY

Continuously polishing the moves he learned from his master Gouken, this solitary street fighter trains tirelessly for his own betterment. His power and nomadic way of life are a big draw to admiring challengers. He seeks the path of the 'true warrior,' but his pursuit of this lofty goal has set him squarely in the sights of evil organizations who would seek the same for their own ends.

STRATEGY

Shoryuken.com Ryu Forum


MEDIA
Coming Soon.

STORY

Also known as 'the Invincible Tiger,' Sagat is exalted as the King of Muay Thai. His legendary kicks are said to be the most powerful in the world. A fateful defeat at the hands of Ryu left a broad scar on his chest and drove him to even more intense training.

STRATEGY

Shoryuken.com Sagat Forum


MEDIA
Coming Soon.

STORY

This high school girl followed her idol Ryu into the world of street fighting. Bright and energetic, she finds enjoyment in all she does and never misses the chance to fight a strong opponent.

STRATEGY

1up.com MyCheats Super Guide - SAKURA

Shoryuken.com Sakura Forum


MEDIA
Coming Soon.

STORY

Seth is the CEO of a weapons manufacturing and trading company known as S.I.N. He has collected data from the world's top fighters and assimilated it into his own fighting style. Though he was developed to be a replacement body for Bison, he has plans of his own. Plans to rebel and make Shadaloo his own.

STRATEGY

Shoryuken.com Seth Forum


MEDIA
Coming Soon.

STORY

This Russian wrestler is popularity known as the 'Red Cyclone.' Inside his massive chest beats the heart of a true patriot. He throws himself into another worldwide fight in order to keep a promise he made to a group of doubtful children.

STRATEGY

Shoryuken.com Zangief Forum


MEDIA
Coming Soon.

Wallpapers:

 

[-COOLIO-]

I WILL BE THE MASTER OF THIS GAME!

 

[Captain N]

I missed out on the tournament sticks, but i will most likely be picking up some pads and the CE of the game. Gotta love tax returns!

 

[blackadde]

I have been waiting ten years for this game. I look forward to punching every one of you in the face. Cheers!

 

[gray_fox224]

Can't wait.

TE Stick and game. Come to meeeeeee

 

[Cat in the Hat]

It's on like Donkey Kong!

Good job with the art!

too fast

 

[MarkMan]

For the official Street Fighter IV FightPad and FightSticks, please link/refer people to this:

http://forums.shoryuken.com/showthread.php?t=162653

 

[The Elite]

too fast

Mods can feel free to edit/delete my post (like I have a choice) if they want to keep the flow for the OP.

 

[NameGenerated]

So excited. The combo training challenges are just what I want! :lol

 

[The Elite]

For the official Street Fighter IV FightPad and FightSticks, please link/refer people to this:

http://forums.shoryuken.com/showthread.php?t=162653

Weird, none of the text loaded for me. Just the background image... :/

EDIT: NVM Working now.

 

[SapientWolf]

Mods can feel free to edit/delete my post (like I have a choice) if they want to keep the flow for the OP.

Just swap posts. That would be pretty hot.

Isn't it kinda early for the official thread? I thought there was a 7 day rule?

 

[gutter_trash]

officialized

 

[Spiderjericho]

The game that will help save the economy. I've thrown $750. Who else is going to help stimulate the economy?

I can't wait to play the usual suspects from the HD Remix thread.

For all of your Street Fighter needs....go to iplaywinner.com...(and incidentally SRK and gootecks).

 

[rollingstart]

All I'm hoping for is either way to use my VSHG on my 360 to double dip or for the PS3 online community to be decent at best.

 

[n3ss]

Fucking DoctorWho... We had a feeling gaf couldn't wait a minute!

Anyways, this thread will be FUCKING EPIC
haunts has some awesome stuff planned for the future

 

[MThanded]

isnt this thread too early. Thought it was 1 week before not two weeks?

anyways i approve of this thread

 

[tribal24]

!!!! yeah its about time

 

[The Elite]

Fucking DoctorWho... We had a feeling gaf couldn't wait a minute!

Anyways, this thread will be FUCKING EPIC
haunts has some awesome stuff planned for the future

Sorry, I suffer from premature posting.

 

[Dabanton]

To say that i'm anticipating this game is an understatement.

 

[n3ss]

isnt this thread too early. Thought it was 1 week before not two weeks?

anyways i approve of this thread

Feb 12th Japan

 

[sixteen-bit]

SO HYPED

NICE FANART SPANIARD

 

[Hunter D]

I didn't think this day would come. I'm crying right now.

 

[Pimpbaa]

I haven't been this hyped about a console release of a fighting game since Street Fighter II.

 

[Dead Prince]

2 more weeks! just 2 more weeks!

 

[sixteen-bit]

I haven't been this hyped about a console release of a fighting game since Street Fighter II.

I truly have not been this hyped about a console release of anything.

 

[Mamesj]

I've kept myself in the dark completely until now, but I imaging I'll start losing sleep over it next weekend.

 

[The Elite]

I haven't been this hyped about a console release of a fighting game since Street Fighter II.

Yeah, this is about as exciting as the Street Fighter II release. We've had a lot of console Street Fighters thrown at us over the years but this one is something special.

 

[Archie]

When are the TE sticks supposed to come out? My Amazon order says it'll be delivered Feb. 25. That seems kinda late.

 

[Nakazato]

Thanks Haunts

 

[SapientWolf]

Feb 12th Japan

Has the game even gone gold yet? Capcom must be working right down to the wire.

 

[Captain N]

Does anyone plan on importing this just so they can have it a week early?

 

[MarkMan]

Does anyone plan on importing this just so they can have it a week early?

Did that with next day air lol.

 

[gutter_trash]

Does anyone plan on importing this just so they can have it a week early?

I did.. really prematurely
and my reasoning was quite LOL because of the old USA boxart.. I thought that the Chun-Li Box-Art in the blue sky was ugly while the Ken vs Ryu JPN boxart was awesomer , so I pre-ordere the JPN version

but then... but then

Capcom USA changed their boxart to look the same as the JPN boxart

but I already paid it in full LOL

yeah, so that should be coming in the mail

 

[Teknoman]

Damn Spaniard!

Props to Haunts as well for the detailed explanations

 

[-PXG-]

It's on like Donkey Kong!

Good job with the art!

Also: *combo breaker*

:lol

YAY first page!

 

[sixteen-bit]

Wall of shame for the hype thread:

 

[Threi]

Want so freaking bad

 

[haunts]

ooops

 

[Guled]

nice, my new home for the next little while. You may also want to link the PSN/GT threads in the online section. just 2 more weeks, can't wait

 

[Jonsoncao]

HORI real arcade pro EX vs SF4 tournament ed

which one to choose?

and why there are no preorder options for SF4 tournament stick?

 

[sixteen-bit]

HORI real arcade pro EX vs SF4 tournament ed

which one to choose?

and why there are no preorder options for SF4 tournament stick?

because they're sold out

i guess that makes your decision easier

 

[MarkMan]

because they're sold out

i guess that makes your decision easier

And they're sold out for a reason.

They come with some of my underwears

 

[sonicspear64]

Finally.

Good shit haunts!

 

[Teknoman]

I wish they would show the boxes for the Mad Catz sticks. Even the standard Fight Stick box is high quality.

 

[Prezhulio]

good god these 16 days are going to be hard

 

[haunts]

Ill be making some major updates in the coming days..

 

[MarkMan]

I wish they would show the boxes for the Mad Catz sticks. Even the standard Fight Stick box is high quality.

you rang?

 

[MThanded]

Wall of shame for the hype thread:

shit... I am glad that I got stuck in the hype thread after I finished my grad school apps lol. I got into carnegie mellon ECE PhD program!!!

Is there any street fighter scene in pittsburgh?

 

[SapientWolf]

you rang?

That's hot.