What it is
Capcom's first one-on-one world tournament fighter, introducing Ryu, Ken, special moves, and the roots of the six-button format.
Releases & editions
| Platform | Year | Edition | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arcade | 1987 | Standard | — |
| PC | 1988 | Standard | Home computer and DOS releases |
| TurboGrafx-16 | 1988 | Fighting Street | — |
| PlayStation 2 | 2006 | Capcom Classics Collection Vol. 2 | — |
| Switch | 2018 | Street Fighter 30th Anniversary Collection | — |
Where it sits for newcomers
For fans
Important history, but stiff and primitive compared with the sequel that defines the genre.
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