History Videogame / StreetFighterIII

Capcom would also released the inevitable updated rerelease a few months later, with '''''Street Fighter III 2nd Impact: Giant Attack''''', which also added Hugo (the Andore {{mook}} from ''FinalFight'') and Urien (Gill's brother) plus the return of Akuma.

In a final attempt, a second updated rerelease, '''''Street Fighter III 3rd Strike: Fight for the Future''''', was released, and has since become a fan favorite. The game returned Chun-Li to the lineup, added four new characters, [[hottip: *:(young Japanese karate practicer Makoto, the mysterious Q, Guile {{expy}} Remy and the shapeshifting mutant Twelve)]] rebalanced the system, and is often praised for having the best graphics of any 2D fighter up to that point.

In a final attempt, a second updated rerelease, '''''Street Fighter III 3rd Strike: Fight for the Future''''', was released, and has since become a fan favorite. The game returned Chun-Li to the lineup, added four new character, [[hottip: *:(young Japanese karate practicer Makoto, the mysterious Q, Guile {{expy}} Remy and the shapeshifting mutant Twelve)]] rebalanced the system, and is often praised for having the best graphics of any 2D fighter up to that point.

The game was awaited with incredible hype, given its lineage. However, unlike previous games, ''III'' was met with very [[SoOkItsAverage poor public perception]]. It's hard to pinpoint exactly why the game failed. Most likely it was a strong case of [[ToughActToFollow unrealistic expectations]]. Some say years of {{Updated Rerelease}} of ''Street Fighter II'' and ''Alpha'' had left audiences apathetic, and the [[TheyChangedItNowItSucks unfamiliar cast turned off casual fans]]. Also, the learning curve of the game had increased exponentially, mainly because veterans of the games had become so good. This kept away many new gamers, driving ''Street Fighter III'' into the margins.

The game was awaited with incredible hype, given its lineage. However, unlike previous games, ''III'' was met with very [[SoOkItsAverage poor public perception]]. It's hard to pinpoint exactly why the game failed. Most likely it was a strong case of [[HypeBacklash unrealistic expectations]]. Some say years of {{Updated Rerelease}} of ''Street Fighter II'' and ''Alpha'' had left audiences apathetic, and the [[TheyChangedItNowItSucks unfamiliar cast turned off casual fans]]. Also, the learning curve of the game had increased exponentially, mainly because veterans of the games had become so good. This kept away many new gamers, driving ''Street Fighter III'' into the margins.

* CharacterRosterGlobalWarming: About 20-24 characters and two (possibly three) big guys (Alex, Hugo and possibly Q).

[[caption-width-right:346:You know what they say, the Third Strike is what counts.]]

In a final attempt a second updated rerelease, '''''Street Fighter III 3rd Strike: Fight for the Future''''', was released, and has since become a fan favorite. The game returned Chun-Li to the lineup, added four new character, [[hottip: *:(young Japanese karate practicer Makoto, the mysterious Q, Guile {{expy}} Remy and the shapeshifting mutant Twelve)]] rebalanced the system, and is often praised for having the best graphics of any 2D fighter up to that point.

While remaining quite obscure, giving its high level gameplay, the game was (and still is) immensely popular for TournamentPlay. This popularity eventually [[VindicatedByHistory gave the game the recognition it didn't receive at the time of its release]]. Due to how popular it eventually became and fervent fan requests, Capcom re-released this game on XboxLiveArcade and the [[{{PlayStationNetwork}} PlayStation Network]] in 2011 as '''''Street Fighter III: 3rd Strike Online Edition'''''; it features online play, enhanced visual settings, and other bonus content.

In a final attempt a second updated rerelease, '''''Street Fighter III 3rd Strike: Fight for the Future''''', was released, and has since become a fan favorite. The game returned Chun-Li to the lineup, added four new character [[hottip: *:(young Japanese karate practicer Makoto, the mysterious Q, Guile {{expy}} Remy and the shapeshifting mutant Twelve)]], rebalanced the system, and is often praised for having the best graphics of any 2D fighter up to that point.

* UpdatedRerelease: Played straight with ''2nd Impact''. Subverted with ''3rd Strike'' which is actually a sequel story wise.
* [[WolverinePublicity Ryu, Ken, and Chun-li Publicity]]- The Capcom execs thoguht that adding Ryu and Ken to the game would help it sell. When 3rd strike came around, it was thought Chun-li would do the same thing.

* UpdatedRerelease: Played straight with ''2nd Impact''. Subverted with ''3rd Strike'' which is actually a sequel storywise.

You're trapped in the new world of Street Fighter 3!\\

In 1997, Capcom finally released the long-awaited true sequel to ''VideoGame/StreetFighterII'', '''''Street Fighter III: New Generation'''''. It cut the roster of familiar characters to RyuAndKen, and added a whole slew of brand-new fighters [[hottip: *: ({{ninja}} girl Ibuki, African princess Elena, twins Yun and Yang, British boxer Dudley, Russian mutant Necro, Brazilian hermit Oro, Ken's student Sean)]], including hulking American Alex (who was promoted as the new lead character of the game) plus the new BigBad, Gill.

-->--Greeting that plays at the character select screen of ''3rd Strike''.

While remaining quite obscure, giving it's high level gameplay,the game was (and still is) immensely popular for TournamentPlay. This popularity eventually transfered to main media, [[VindicatedByHistory helping the game to gain the recognition it didn't gain during the time of it's release]]. Due to how popular it eventually became and fervent fan requests, Capcom re-released this game on XboxLiveArcade and the [[{{PlayStationNetwork}} PlayStation Network]] in 2011 as '''''Street Fighter III: 3rd Strike Online Edition'''''; it features online play, enhanced visual settings, and other bonus content.

You're trapped in the new world of Street Fighter 3!\\

The Third Strike, y'all, it's Street Fighter 3!\\

The 3rd Strike, y'all, it's Street Fighter 3! 3! 3!''
--> --'''3rd Strike''', ''Main Theme of Street Fighter III 3rd Strike''

-->--Greeting that plays at the character select screen in ''3rd Strike''.

In 1997, Capcom finally released the long-awaited true sequel to ''VideoGame/StreetFighterII'', '''''Street Fighter III: New Generation'''''. It cut the roster of familiar characters to RyuAndKen, and added a whole slew of brand-new fighters [[hottip: *: ({{ninja}} girl ''Ibuki'', African princess ''Elena'', twins Yun and Yang, British boxer Dudley, Russian mutant Necro, Brazilian hermit Oro, Ken's student Sean)]], including hulking American Alex (who was promoted as the new lead character of the game) plus the new BigBad, Gill.

The game was awaited with incredible hype, given its lineage. However, unlike previous games, ''III'' was met with very [[SoOkItsAverage poor public perception]]. It's hard to pin point exactly why the game failed. Most likely it was a strong case of [[HypeBacklash unrealistic expectations]]. Some say years of {{Updated Rerelease}} of ''Street Fighter II'' and ''Alpha'' had left audiences apathetic, and the [[TheyChangedItNowItSucks unfamiliar cast turned off casual fans]]. Also, the learning curve of the game had increased exponentially, mainly because veterans of the games had become so good. This kept away many new gamers, driving ''Street Fighter III'' into the margins.

Capcom would also released the inevitable {{updated rerelease}} a few months later, with '''''Street Fighter III 2nd Impact: Giant Attack''''', which also added Hugo (the Andore {{mook}} from ''FinalFight'') and Urien (Gill's brother) plus the return of Akuma.

In a final attempt a second {{updated rerelease}}, '''''Street Fighter III 3rd Strike: Fight for the Future''''', was released, and has since become a fan favorite ([[CanonDiscontinuity pretending the previous two releases never existed]]). The game returned Chun-Li to the lineup, added four new character [[hottip: *:(young Japanese karate practicer Makoto, the mysterious Q, Guile {{expy}} Remy and the shapeshifting mutant Twelve)]], rebalanced the system, and is often praised for having the best graphics of any 2D fighter up to that point.

While remaining quite obscure, giving it's high level gameplay the game was (and still is) immensely popular for TournamentPlay. This popularity eventually transfered to main media, [[VindicatedByHistory helping the game to gain the recognition it didn't gain during the time of it's release]]. Due to how popular it eventually became and fervent fan requests, Capcom re-released this game on XboxLiveArcade and the [[{{PlayStationNetwork}} PlayStation Network]] in 2011 as '''''Street Fighter III: 3rd Strike Online Edition'''''; it features online play, enhanced visual settings, and other bonus content.

In a final attempt a second {{updated rerelease}}, '''''Street Fighter III 3rd Strike: Fight for the Future''''', was released, and has since become a fan favorite ([[CanonDiscontinuity pretending the previous two never existed]]). The game returned Chun-Li to the lineup, added four new character [[hottip: *:(young Japanese karate practicer Makoto, the mysterious Q, Guile {{expy}} Remy and the shapeshifting mutant Twelve)]], rebalanced the system, and is often praised for having the best graphics of any 2D fighter up to that point.

In a final attempt a second {{updated rerelease}}, '''''Street Fighter III 3rd Strike: Fight for the Future''''', was released, and has since become a fan favorite. The game returned Chun-Li to the lineup, added four new character [[hottip: *:(young Japanese karate practicer Makoto, the mysterious Q, Guile {{expy}} Remy and the shapeshifting mutant Twelve)]], rebalanced the system, and is often praised for having the best graphics of any 2D fighter up to that point.

The game was awaited with incredible hype, given its lineage. However, unlike previous games, ''III'' was met with very [[SoOkItsAverage poor public perception]]. It's hard to pin point exactly why the game failed. Most likely it was a strong case of [[HypeAversion hype being way too unrealistic]]. Some say years of {{Updated Rerelease}} of ''Street Fighter II'' and ''Alpha'' had left audiences apathetic, and the [[TheyChangedItNowItSucks unfamiliar cast turned off casual fans]]. Also, the learning curve of the game had increased exponentially, mainly because veterans of the games had become so good. This kept away many new gamers, driving ''Street Fighter III'' into the margins.

In a final attempt a second {{updated rerelease}}, '''''Street Fighter III 3rd Strike: Fight for the Future''''', was released, and has since become a fan favorite. The game returned Chun-Li to the lineup, added four new character [["hottip: *:(young Japanese karate practicer Makoto, the mysterious Q, Guile {{expy}} Remy and the shapeshifting mutant Twelve)]], rebalanced the system, and is often praised for having the best graphics of any 2D fighter up to that point.

In 1997, Capcom finally released the long-awaited true sequel to ''VideoGame/StreetFighterII'', '''''Street Fighter III: New Generation'''''. It cut the roster of familiar characters to RyuAndKen, and added a whole slew of brand-new fighters, such as cute {{ninja}} girl ''Ibuki'', African princess ''Elena'', twins Yun and Yang, British boxer Dudley, Russian mutant Necro, Brazilian hermit Oro, Ken's student Sean, and hulking American Alex (who was promoted as the new lead character of the game) plus the new BigBad, Gill. The game was awaited with incredible hype, given its lineage. However, unlike previous games, ''III'' was met with very poor public perception. Years of {{Updated Rerelease}} of ''Street Fighter II'' and ''Alpha'' had left audiences apathetic, and the unfamiliar cast turned off casual fans. Also, the learning curve of the game had increased exponentially, mainly because veterans of the games had become so good. This kept away many new gamers, driving ''Street Fighter III'' into the margins.

In 1999, '''''Street Fighter III 3rd Strike: Fight for the Future''''' was released, and has since become a fan favorite. The game returned Chun-Li to the lineup, added four new characters (young Japanese karate practicer Makoto, the mysterious Q, Guile {{expy}} Remy and the shapeshifting mutant Twelve), rebalanced the system, and is often praised for having the best graphics of any 2D fighter up to that point. It is still immensely popular for TournamentPlay. Due to its popularity and fervent fan requests, Capcom re-released this game on XboxLiveArcade and the [[{{PlayStationNetwork}} PlayStation Network]] in 2011 as '''''Street Fighter III: 3rd Strike Online Edition'''''; it features online play, enhanced visual settings, and other bonus content.

In 1999, '''''Street Fighter III 3rd Strike: Fight for the Future''''' was released, and has since become a fan favorite. The game returned Chun-Li to the lineup, added four new characters (young Japanese karate practicer Makoto, the mysterious Q, Guile {{expy}} Remy and the shapeshifting mutant Twelve), rebalanced the system, and is often praised for having the best graphics of any 2D fighter up to that point. It is still immensely popular for TournamentPlay. Due to its popularity and fervent fan requests, Capcom re-released this game on XboxLiveArcade and the [[{{PlayStationNetwork}} PlayStation Network]] in 2011 as ''Street Fighter III: 3rd Strike Online Edition''; it features online play, enhanced visual settings, and other bonus content.

->''Welcome to the world of StreetFighter III. Prepare for battle!''

--> --'''3rd Strike''', ''Main Theme of Street Fighter 3: 3rd Strike''

-->--Greeting that plays at the character select screen

In 1997, Capcom finally released the long-awaited true sequel to ''VideoGame/StreetFighterII'', '''''Street Fighter III: New Generation'''''. It cut the roster of familiar characters to RyuAndKen, and added a whole slew of brand-new fighters, such as cute {{ninja}} girl ''Ibuki'', African princess ''Elena'', twins ''Yun'' and ''Yang'', British boxer ''Dudley'', Russian mutant ''Necro'', Brazilian hermit ''Oro'', Ken's student ''Sean'', and hulking American ''Alex'' (who was promoted as the new lead character of the game) plus the new BigBad, ''Gill''. The game was awaited with incredible hype, given its lineage. However, unlike previous games, ''III'' was met with very poor public perception. Years of {{Updated Rerelease}} of ''Street Fighter II'' and ''Alpha'' had left audiences apathetic, and the unfamiliar cast turned off casual fans. Also, the learning curve of the game had increased exponentially, mainly because veterans of the games had become so good. This kept away many new gamers, driving ''Street Fighter'' into the margins.

Capcom would also released the inevitable {{updated rerelease}} a few months later, with '''''Street Fighter III 2nd Impact: Giant Attack''''', which also added ''Hugo'' (the Andore {{mook}} from ''FinalFight'') and ''Urien'' (Gill's brother) plus the return of ''Akuma''.

In 1999, '''''Street Fighter III 3rd Strike: Fight for the Future''''' was released, and has since become a fan favorite. The game returned ''Chun-Li'' to the lineup, added four new characters (young Japanese karate practicer ''Makoto'', the mysterious ''Q'', Guile {{expy}} ''Remy'' and the shapeshifting mutant ''Twelve''), rebalanced the system, and is often praised for having the best graphics of any 2D fighter up to that point. It is still immensely popular for TournamentPlay. Due to its popularity and fervent fan requests, Capcom re-released this game on [=Xbox Live Arcade=] and the [=PlayStation=] Network in 2011 as ''Street Fighter III: 3rd Strike Online Edition''; it features online play, enhanced visual settings, and other bonus content.

In 1999, '''''Street Fighter III 3rd Strike: Fight for the Future''''' was released, and has since become a fan favorite. The game returned ''Chun-Li'' to the lineup, added four new characters (young Japanese karate practicer ''Makoto'', the mysterious ''Q'', Guile {{expy}} ''Remy'' and the shapeshifting mutant ''Twelve''), rebalanced the system, and is often praised for having the best graphics of any 2D fighter up to that point. It is still immensely popular for TournamentPlay. Due to its popularity and fervent fan requests, Capcom re-released this game on [=XBox Live Arcade=] and the [=PlayStation=] Network in 2011 as ''Street Fighter III: 3rd Strike Online Edition''; it features online play, enhanced visual settings, and other bonus content.

In 1997, Capcom finally released the long-awaited true sequel to ''VideoGame/StreetFighterII'', '''Street Fighter III: New Generation'''. It cut the roster of familiar characters to RyuAndKen, and added a whole slew of brand-new fighters, such as cute {{ninja}} girl ''Ibuki'', African princess ''Elena'', twins ''Yun'' and ''Yang'', British boxer ''Dudley'', Russian mutant ''Necro'', Brazilian hermit ''Oro'', Ken's student ''Sean''(He has a comical storyline but was strong gameplay wise in New Generation and 2nd Impact, who was reduced to a JokeCharacter in 3rd Strike), and hulking American ''Alex'' (who was promoted as the new lead character of the game) plus the new BigBad, ''Gill''. The game was awaited with incredible hype, given its lineage. However, unlike previous games, ''III'' was met with very poor public perception. Years of {{Updated Rerelease}} of ''Street Fighter II'' and ''Alpha'' had left audiences apathetic, and the unfamiliar cast may have put off "casuals". Also, the learning curve of the game had increased exponentially, mainly because veterans of the games had become so good. This kept away many new gamers, driving ''Street Fighter'' into the margins.

Capcom would also released the inevitable {{updated rerelease}} a few months later, with '''Street Fighter III 2nd Impact: Giant Attack''', which also added ''Hugo'' (based on the Andore {{mook}} from ''FinalFight'') and ''Urien'' (Gill's brother) plus the return of ''Akuma''.

In 1999, '''Street Fighter III 3rd Strike: Fight for the Future''' was released, and has since become something of a fan favourite. The game returned ''Chun-Li'' to the lineup, added four new characters (young Japanese karate practicer ''Makoto'', the mysterious ''Q'', Guile {{expy}} ''Remy'' and the shapeshifting mutant ''Twelve''), rebalanced the system, and is often praised for having the best graphics of any 2D fighter up to that point. It is still immensely popular for TournamentPlay. Due to its popularity and fervent fan requests, Capcom re-released this game on [=XBox Live Arcade=] and the [=PlayStation=] Network in 2011 as ''Street Fighter III: 3rd Strike Online Edition''; it features online play, enhanced visual settings, and other bonus content.

In 1999, '''Street Fighter III 3rd Strike: Fight for the Future''' was released, and has since become something of a fan favourite. The game returned [[PerverseSexualLust fan favorite]] ''Chun-Li'' to the lineup, added four new characters (young Japanese karate practicer ''Makoto'', the mysterious ''Q'', Guile {{expy}} ''Remy'' and the shapeshifting mutant ''Twelve''), rebalanced the system, and is often praised for having the best graphics of any 2D fighter up to that point. It is still immensely popular for TournamentPlay. Due to its popularity and fervent fan requests, Capcom re-released this game on [=XBox Live Arcade=] and the [=PlayStation=] Network in 2011 as ''Street Fighter III: 3rd Strike Online Edition''; it features online play, enhanced visual settings, and other bonus content.

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[[caption-width:346:You know what they say, the Third Strike is what counts.]]

In 1997, Capcom finally released the long-awaited true sequel to ''StreetFighterII'', '''Street Fighter III: New Generation'''. It cut the roster of familiar characters to RyuAndKen, and added a whole slew of brand-new fighters, such as cute {{ninja}} girl ''Ibuki'', African princess ''Elena'', twins ''Yun'' and ''Yang'', British boxer ''Dudley'', Russian mutant ''Necro'', Brazilian hermit ''Oro'', Ken's student ''Sean''(He has a comical storyline but was strong gameplay wise in New Generation and 2nd Impact, who was reduced to a JokeCharacter in 3rd Strike), and hulking American ''Alex'' (who was promoted as the new lead character of the game) plus the new BigBad, ''Gill''. The game was awaited with incredible hype, given its lineage. However, unlike previous games, ''III'' was met with very poor public perception. Years of {{Updated Rerelease}} of ''Street Fighter II'' and ''Alpha'' had left audiences apathetic, and the unfamiliar cast may have put off "casuals". Also, the learning curve of the game had increased exponentially, mainly because veterans of the games had become so good. This kept away many new gamers, driving ''Street Fighter'' into the margins.

* TauntButton: Provides {{Status Buff}}s, which is still a rarity in fighting games.