Street Fighter 2
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Japanese gamers vote on most influential game and series, favorite character, favorite developer, moreFamitsu magazine's 40th-anniversary survey of over 5,000 Japanese gamers revealed Nintendo as the favorite developer and Mario as the favorite character. The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild was highly recommended, while Final Fantasy and Dragon Quest series dominated influence and sequel requests. Masahiro Sakurai was named favorite creator.
IGN Live 2026 in Los Angeles (photos) — MP3s & NPCsIGN Live 2026 took place in Los Angeles, featuring panels with voice actors, celebrity meet-and-greets, and prize giveaways. The event also showcased new game announcements such as Barbie Rewind and Persona 6, and offered playable demos for titles like 007: First Light and WWE 2K26.- Fanatical’s Capcom Classics Bundle Offers 8 DRM-Free PC Games For CheapFanatical is offering a bundle of eight DRM-free PC games from Capcom, including classic titles like Resident Evil, Dino Crisis, Breath of Fire IV, Dragon's Dogma: Dark Arisen, and Street Fighter Alpha 2. The bundle is available for PC and can be purchased with different tiers of game selection at discounted prices.
Fanatical's Capcom Classics Bundle Offers 8 DRM-Free PC Games For CheapFanatical is offering a Capcom Classic Bundle featuring eight DRM-free PC games for GOG, with prices starting at $8 for three games and dropping to $2.75 per game when purchasing all eight for $22. The collection includes classic titles such as Resident Evil, Resident Evil 2, Resident Evil 3, Dino Crisis, Dino Crisis 2, Breath of Fire IV, Dragon's Dogma: Dark Arisen, and Street Fighter Alpha 2.- Game History and PreservationThe article touches on the importance of game preservation, referencing artwork by Mick McGinty for Street Fighter 2. It highlights the role of art in documenting gaming history.
PlayStation Vita: Our Love for a Dead ConsoleThe PlayStation Vita, released in 2011, aimed to bring a home console experience to a handheld device with features like dual analog sticks and an OLED screen. Despite a strong library of JRPGs, fighting games, and indie titles, it struggled against mobile gaming and the Nintendo 3DS due to its high price and proprietary memory cards. However, the console gained a dedicated following through modding, enabling emulation, custom themes, and the use of standard Micro SD cards, preserving its legacy as a beloved handheld.
The Cultural Power of Street Fighter: A Legacy That Still Packs a PunchThe Street Fighter franchise, originating in 1987, has evolved from a simple arcade game into a significant cultural force. Its enduring appeal is attributed to iconic characters, evolving gameplay mechanics, and successful adaptations into other media, with Street Fighter 6 marking a recent success for Capcom. The series continues to innovate while maintaining its core identity, ensuring its lasting impact on both gaming and pop culture.
'Everyone Keeps Goin' on About Your Thighs': Street Fighter Movie Trailer Brings Pure B-Movie EnergyThe first full-length trailer for the new Street Fighter movie has been released, showcasing a vibrant, B-movie aesthetic with nods to the classic games. The film, directed by Kitao Sakurai, focuses on Chun-Li recruiting Ryu and Ken for the World Warrior Tournament and features characters like Balrog and a tease of Blanka. It is set to debut on October 16th.
Games Inbox: What is your favourite retro video game format?Readers discuss their favorite retro gaming formats, with the Atari ST, ZX Spectrum, and Commodore 64 being popular choices. The discussion also touches on anticipation for upcoming games like The Witcher 4 and Switch 2, as well as the perceived decline of studios like Firaxis.
Ryan Gosling, Emma Stone and other celebs name their favourite video gamesSeveral Hollywood celebrities, including Ryan Gosling, Emma Stone, and Chris Pratt, have shared their favorite video games in a compilation video. While some named classic titles like Super Mario Bros. and Pitfall!, others highlighted more recent or niche games such as Returnal and Civilization 6.
Frasier Pinball, Horses In Among Us, And More Of The Best Gaming April Fools' Day Jokes EverThis article rounds up some of the most memorable April Fools' Day pranks from the gaming industry over the years. It highlights jokes from publications like GameSpot and IGN, as well as from developers such as Innersloth, Blizzard, and Sega, covering a range of humorous and sometimes prophetic fake announcements.
The 5 retro video games that have aged the best - Reader's FeatureA reader discusses five retro video games that have aged well, focusing on graphics and gameplay. Titles like Street Fighter 2, Tetris, Lemmings, Daytona USA, and The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past are highlighted for their enduring quality and impact on the industry.
Street Fighter 6 hits new all-time peak player count on Steam thanks to the protagonist who failed to take the series…Street Fighter 6 has achieved a new all-time peak player count on Steam, coinciding with the release of Alex as DLC. Alex, originally intended as the successor to Ryu in Street Fighter 3, was part of a commercial setback for the series but has now driven significant player engagement for Street Fighter 6.- The Coin Game Review - The Boomer ArcadeThe Coin Game, a surreal sandbox experience focused on classic arcade and carnival-style games, has officially launched out of Steam Early Access and is now available on consoles. The game offers various modes, including a deep Survival Mode where players must earn money to fund their arcade habit while managing basic needs and avoiding dangers. Despite its intentionally janky presentation and mechanics, the game's charm, variety of activities, and rewarding progression loop make it a compelling passion project.
Games Inbox: When will the next big Super Mario game be announced?Readers express anticipation for a new Super Mario game announcement, speculating it might coincide with or follow the Super Mario Galaxy movie. Other topics include concerns about the rising cost of consoles and amiibo, the precarious nature of game development jobs, and the potential impact of dynamic pricing and AI on the industry.
Sweet Fightin' +2 - Street Fighter 2 looks incredible on the ZX Spectrum!A new unofficial fan game, Sweet Fightin' +2, has been released for the ZX Spectrum, offering an impressive rendition of Street Fighter 2. This homebrew title celebrates the 35th anniversary of the genre-defining fighting game and features 12 playable characters.