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well compiled

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: November 06, 2007
Author: Amazon User

I've always liked the street fighter series, and i like the direction SF3 is taking, but the story line could be a lil bit better. The story is not as good as alpha 3 or the street fighter 2 series, but some dont really play for story do they. The fighting is where the game stands out. I like the new parrying system in sf3, though im still trying to get used to it. I did dislike the fact you cant use all your super moves at will, you basicly pick one when you select your character, so sometimes the move can get a little repetative. The street fighter 2 series is also done well, with every street fight 2 game ever made (besides the moded ones). Plus you also get the street fighter animated movie thrown in for good measure. So for everything you get with this collection the game is a steal. It's worth every penny, especially for the price its going for. I hope my review was helpful

Never ending entertainment

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: November 23, 2007
Author: Amazon User

I must say this game has got to in everyone's collection. It has the most balanced system ever established so every character is has the equal potential to be good with. What I love most is the parrying system which takes time to master. Above all the new addition of characters is refreshing. you'll eventually meet necro, urien, dudley, and a few from SF2.
I was just playing it today for a couple hours and I must admit I wasnt bored one bit. by the way if you know what MAME is, they finally have this game playable online! Can't say anymore, so if you truly love the art of mastering fighting games this is for you. If you loved SF2: The New Challangers this if for you. If you love how NPC Ken is cheap in every game then this IS for you. Have fun!

All for Street Fighter 3

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: December 22, 2007
Author: Amazon User

The only reason why I bought this was for Street Fighter 3. SF2 is nice especially on the PS2 because it's an arcade perfect port. But already have it on the PS1 and this isn't much different except being able to mix past versions of characters with newer ones. Which seems pointless to me. I would rather be able to play each individual game rather than mixing them.

Street Fighter 3 is where the action is at. The biggest update Street Fighter has seen. Great character animations and the fights are challenging. I would have liked to see more classic Street Fighters in it because it kind of doesn't even seem like a SF game. More like a totally new fighter with 4 classic characters throw in. And I also would have liked a deeper story like Alpha 3 has. But, the fighting couldn't be better. I love this game.

very fun game

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: May 11, 2008
Author: Amazon User

normally fighting games get boring after a week or two but ive been continually playing up to now it is extremely fun!

Perfect!!!!!!

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: May 12, 2008
Author: Amazon User

you don't have to buy a certain game to play a certain character or a fighter you get them all in one game

Most Awsome Game Eva!

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: May 31, 2008
Author: Amazon User

The most intensive manga arcadefighting the world has ever seen, see how hugo backbrake and crush between 12 different characters, and Gill..
The game was seent perfectly and it was good they sold it here, havent found any other places that sell these old games.. just buy some sticks and fight amongst your friends.. its hella ofa fun ;)

this game is good

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: June 30, 2008
Author: Amazon User

This game is reality good, super graphics, very good game speed, everything a classic for those followers of the family capcom, I personally one of my favorite games

Two Completely Different Universes in One Collection

4 Rating: 4, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: July 27, 2008
Author: Amazon User

*Street Fighter II*

Definitely set the trend for 2D Fighting games. Street fighter II remains a great and favorite to many who have spent countless quarters trying to unlock Akuma and who grew up playing videogames in the 90s.

-*-*-Graphics-*-*-

All in its 16-bit glory. The game retains each and every characters style of animation and character portraits spanning across the decade of Street Fighter II releases. Each characters stage retains its basic original elements and details that made them unique.

-*-*-Sound-*-*-

The character's BGMs are EXACTLY what you remember from their glory days. The BGM of each character's stage has the same impact as it did yesteryear. Still melodic and very character oriented and themed; ALWAYS a joy and treat to listen to...even while not playing the game.

The characters retain their original voice overs. They sound quite well even now. The smacks, slams and punches retain their sounds over the decade of Street Fighter II rereleases based on what version character you pick.

-*-*-Gameplay-*-*-

The gameplay from the original releases and re-releases of Street Fighter II are still intact. The six-button configuration is very much intact. Each character retains their standard and special moves based on what version of that character you pick. (ex: The Hyper Version of Street Fighter II had access to a projectile by pressing QCF(Quarter circle Forward)+Punch. In Super Street Fighter II Turbo, she had access to Kikoken by Holding Back on the D-pad for 2 Seconds and then Pressing Forward+Punch).

The game has a 30-60 minute learning curve. Its quite easy to play, but even more fun to master.

Pros:
+Every Version of every Street Fighter II character is Included
+Retains original Gameplay and Music from each respective version
+Great Nostalgia Factor

Cons:
-New Gamers Spoiled by new fighting games MAY not get into it as quickly

*Street Fighter III: 3rd Strike*

Definitely a change of pace. Even more so since the first release of Street Fighter III only featured two of Street Fighter II's returning warriors Ryu and Ken. As the series issued re-releases, nice features were added, but some Street Fighter II fans were still left unsatisfied by the new roster. Regardless, Street Fighter III is a great game in its own rights. Street Fighter reinvented itself with new gameplay elements, features, and varied fighting components that made it a feat to master the game.

-*-*-Graphics-*-*-

The graphics have gone through a huge change. The characters now animate with such liquid fluidity this time around. Characters like Elena almost appear as if they are moving toward and away from the screen. Each and every character run on so many frames it actually appears as if some are breathing this time around. Asymmetry is shown within the graphical engine; Gill's assistant has a pony-tail on one side of her head that actually stays on the side it belongs on even when she turns to face the opposite direction. If a character is hit with a short kick or jab punch and KO'd, they stagger, emit a low grunt or moan, and fall to the ground instead of flying across the screen.

A lot of detail can be seen in a lot of the stages as well. Objects on the ground can be seen blowing in the wind. Subtle lighting effects and elements in the backgrounds really make the backgrounds stand out.

The graphics are really pushed to the limit here.

-*-*-Sound-*-*-
The theme of Street Fighter III seems to revolve a little more around hip-hop hence the opening theme. The character BGMs are quite nice--Alex and Ken's BGM is themed around Jazz, Yun and Yang's Theme sounds a little like James Bond meets Asia, and Akuma's theme is ancient Japan crossed with a war and/or ninjas. The music is great.

The voice overs of the characters are great. The voice acting is perfect and done well. The voices match the impact of a hit.

-*-*-Gameplay-*-*-

The game is quite easy to pick up. It uses the six button configuration Street Fighter II did; however, it is not recommended that you play this game as if it were Street Fighter II. The game contains new elements that separate it from its predecessor.

Unlike the Alpha series (unless you change the game's options) your characters do not have access to all of their super arts, instead, they have the choice of picking one out of how many super arts they have to use during the match.

The game includes a parry system, a counter attack that requires you to press forward at the very same frame an opponent would hit your character. Timing is critical and it definitely takes a lot of practice to master the technique.

There is an ex move system that requires the press of two punch or kick buttons to use. it is a powered of version of a normal attack that uses a little bit of your character's super meter.

Pros:
+Finally, a REAL sequel to Street Fighter II
+New Gameplay Features that change the pace of the game
+New Graphics Engine
+New Characters

Cons:
-Only Four Street Fighter II characters made a return
-Gill resembles and plays like an SNK boss
-There isn't much clarification as to what a lot of these fighters are trying to accomplish in this tournament

---***Collection***---

This collection belongs in any and every fighting game/Street Fighter fan's library:

+Two Street Fighter Titles for the Price of One
+Both Games Include Their Original Features
+Gallery Containing Artwork
+Gallery Containing a Sound Test Menu
+Gallery Containing the feature length Street Fighter II the Animated Movie

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