The game first hit arcades in 1991, and was ported to the home console the following year. With a large cast of interesting characters, an intense array of punches, kicks, attacks, and various unique special moves, the game captivated players around the world, igniting a global phenomenon. After paving the way for the fledgling fighting game genre, Street Fighter II went on to give rise to various series and influenced video game creators the world over.

To seek out an opponent stronger than oneself...

Players travel the globe battling the best fighters the world has to offer, all in hopes of becoming the ultimate warrior. Each fighter approaches the tournament with their own motivations in mind.

Note: Game details are based on the English version.