Ultra Street Fighter IV (USF4) Overview
Ultra Street Fighter IV is an enhanced version of Capcom’s classic fighting game, following the success of Street Fighter IV and its earlier updates. It brings together the best elements of the series with additional content and refined gameplay mechanics.
Plot
Set between the events of Street Fighter II and Street Fighter V, the game’s story revolves around a new fighting tournament organized by the S.I.N. corporation. After the escape of the previous antagonist, Seth, S.I.N. aims to find the world’s strongest fighters to complete their BLECE project. Each character enters the competition for their own reasons, but S.I.N. has its own hidden agenda.
Gameplay
- Combat Mechanics: Building on the foundations of Street Fighter IV, USF4 maintains the series’ iconic fighting mechanics. The game includes refined controls and moves, including:
- Throws: Executed by pressing both light attack buttons.
- Action/Taunts: Performed by pressing both heavy attack buttons.
- Competitive Battles: Features pre-fight cutscenes between characters, adding more depth and narrative to each battle.
- New Content:
- Five New Characters: Adds new fighters to the roster, expanding the variety of combat styles and strategies.
- Six New Arenas: New stages to battle on, each with its own unique setting and obstacles.
- Rebalanced Gameplay: Improved and rebalanced mechanics to ensure a fair and competitive fighting experience.
- Previous DLC Costumes: Includes all DLC costumes from Super Street Fighter IV Arcade Edition, adding more customization options.
Key Features
- Game Modes: Offers both single-player and multiplayer modes, allowing players to compete in various ways, whether against AI or other players.
- Editions: Available in two versions:
- Full Version: Includes all features and content.
- DLC Version: For players who own Arcade Edition, providing the new content as downloadable additions.
- Visuals: Retains the cartoonish, cel-shaded graphics of the series, maintaining its distinct visual style.
- Secret Characters: Features two additional secret characters:
- Seth: The standard final boss.
- Gouken: A hidden opponent, adding an extra layer of challenge.
Summary
Ultra Street Fighter IV is a comprehensive update to the Street Fighter IV series, offering a wealth of new content, refined gameplay, and enhanced competitive balance. With additional characters, stages, and gameplay tweaks, it continues to deliver the intense and dynamic fighting experience that fans of the series expect. Whether you’re a seasoned fighter or a newcomer, USF4 provides plenty of content and challenges to enjoy.
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