How Capcom Brought Boxing to Street Fighter 6
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Published 2024-04-29
Dive deep into the electrifying world of Street Fighter 6 as we unravel the enigmatic persona and dynamic fighting style of Ed, the rising star of Capcom's iconic franchise. In this thrilling exploration, we delve into the evolution of Ed's character design, from his humble beginnings as a burly, overdressed fighter to his transformation into a lean, formidable contender exuding an abrasive attitude and fueled by the mysterious power of Psycho Power.
Discover how Capcom meticulously crafted Ed's appearance, animations, and soundtrack, infusing every aspect of his design with intricate details and nods to boxing legends of the past. Explore the subtle nuances of Ed's character, from his hair parted to the right, symbolizing his withdrawn nature, to his distinctive fingerless gloves and open jacket, mirroring his rebellious spirit.
Join us as we analyze Ed's unique fighting style, inspired by the diverse techniques of boxing greats like Thomas "The Hitman" Hearns and Muhammed Ali. Learn how Ed's outfighter approach sets him apart from traditional Street Fighter characters, allowing him to excel at maintaining distance, striking with lightning-fast flicker jabs, and dictating the pace of the fight with strategic feints and footwork.
Delve into the gameplay mechanics that make Ed a force to be reckoned with in Street Fighter 6, from his signature Psycho-powered moves like the Psycho Spark and Shoot to his devastating Psycho Blitz and Enhanced Psycho Upper. Explore how Ed's moveset pays homage to the fundamentals of boxing, with each punch and combo reflecting the intensity and precision of the sport.
Uncover the parallels between Ed and his counterpart, Luke, as we examine their contrasting personalities, fighting styles, and roles within the Street Fighter universe. From Luke's charismatic demeanor to Ed's brooding intensity, witness how these two fighters embody different aspects of the martial arts world, adding depth and complexity to the game's narrative.
Embark on a journey through the rich history of boxing and martial arts, as we highlight the influence of real-world fighters and techniques on Ed's character and gameplay. From Balrog's aggressive infighting to Dudley's elegant counter-punching, explore how Ed's outfighter style brings a fresh perspective to the world of Street Fighter.
Join us as we celebrate Capcom's bold vision and innovative approach in bringing boxing to Street Fighter 6, paving the way for a new generation of fighters to step into the ring and make their mark on the world stage. Experience the thrill of battle, the intensity of competition, and the camaraderie of the fighting game community as we dive deep into the world of Ed in Street Fighter 6.
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00:00 Intro
00:49 Ed and Luke
01:37 SFV
02:46 Balrog
03:20 Dudley
04:05 Fighting Style
05:27 Boxing References
06:25 Gameplay Breakdown
12:49 Outro
All Comments (21)
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Akuma is next!
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I love Ed, man. The way he smoothly and seamlessly weaves from his normals animations to his idle animations is a godsend
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His target combos are also legit boxing combinations btw
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Bro remembered his password 😃
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If Balrog is the Slugger, Dudley the Swarmer, then Ed is the out boxer
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I really like Ed's weird zoner-setplay style, it helps differentiate him from the other 2 boxers
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I always thought Balrog was more of the slugger boxing type rather than in-fighter.
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This video single-handedly made me pick up the game again to give Ed another go and I had a blast! He's not a mindless rushdown character, he's patient and methodic. Actually won a few matches! Can't wait to lab it our and learn his ins and outs more thoroughly.
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That Luke Parallel was lowkey making me wonder when he came out, I loved him in 5 and I’m grateful him and Luke are still doing good now. Luke and Ed were my favourite dudes from V
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1:15 it’s not UFC that’s the company it’s MMA that’s the sport and I think you really should have mentioned how Ed’s level 3 as well as his win pose reference a double end bag one of they most essential pieces of boxing equipment that teaches you rhythm, accuracy and distance all at the same time and is a really nice reference to boxers and boxing fans. But I can still recognize and appreciate all the effort that went into this video and highlighting all the boxing elements incorporated into Ed for SF6 any fan of the sweet science can see them and appreciate them.
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I really love the wat animated the Flicker jabs with Ed, reminds me alot of Ryo Mashiba's flickers from Hajime No Ippo, whip sound and everything.
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2:31 that pixel smear filter is PAIN
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while id say his burnt out animations definitely resembles peekabo, which makes sense because his mentor was balrog, the way he moves his whole body instead of slipping punches resembles what you do to adjust in high guard position. His hands also seem to be up to his forehead and above, i also notice his elbows rise up slightly. but i love the analysis you gave for his fighting style
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I always had a soft spot for ed cus (correct me if im wrong) i think balrog's arcade ending in sf4 was him saving ed, and that was my first sf game. So i saw him as the natural next gen boxer or even a main character compared to dudley, seems like an unpopular opinion tho :/ Awesome video btw! Would love to see more!
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Funny how he's VA is also named Ed lol
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I hope Capcom someday will add character based on UFC or ONE Championship fighter. UFC has very interesting personas like Robert Whittaker from Australia, Max Holloway from Hawaii (I know Hawaii are in US but Max is embracing his Hawaiiness), McGregor from Ireland, Jan Blachowicz from Poland, Francis Ngannou from Cameroon. All of this fighters are representing countries and cultures which never was shown in any SF. Maybe someday in SF8 😅
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This is as great video essay. Thank you so much for explaining the styles and intricacies behind Ed!
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Really good video, love that type of content, being a fan of Street Fighter Characters, but not only for their gameplay, but also story, animation, inspiration etc... Those type of video make my day !
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Hey I’ve been a day one Ed lover in 5. When he was announced for 6 I was excited to play him. I got immediately discouraged by how much more dense he was and I dropped him and actually deleted the game because he was the one I wanted to main. This video made me redownload and practice him. I’m not perfect with him but the connections to real boxers in this video made me try and now item part of my strategy. Thanks for this video you saved my street fighter 6 journey
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Just give me Dudley I’ve been fienin for some Dudley and I love watching smug play Dudley
