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Street Fighter IV (Xbox 360, PlayStation 3)

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Upgraded graphics add punch to longtime fighting franchise.


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What parents need to know

Parents need to know that this is a reimagined version of the classic fighting game. Players use their fists, feet, and a series of special powers to beat down opponents. There are occassions where blood is present, but it's not frequent. Some special moves show the damage to your opponent. Also, some of the female fighters are scantily clad, showing plenty of cleavage and some portions of their undergarments. One level places the fights inside of an alcohol distillation plant. You can play with others online.

Educational value: Not applicable.
Positive messages: This is a game that is all about beating up other people.
Violence: Players use a variety of punches, kicks, and other special moves to defeat opponents, including throwing fireballs. There is blood on occassion, but nothing graphic.
Sex: Some of the female fighters sport revealing outfits, including ones that show cleavage or underwear.
Language: The only questionable word used is "hell."
Consumerism: This is the fourth title in the Street Fighter series of video games from Capcom.
Drinking, drugs, & smoking: One of the environments is an alcohol distillery.

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Families can talk about the appeal of fighting games. What makes them so entertaining to play? How does the new look compare to previous releases of Street Fighter?

What's the story?

What's the story?

STREET FIGHTER IV is the long-awaited sequel to the 20-year fighting franchise. So far, it has yet to show its age. Much like the previous iterations, players take control of one brawler and guide him to victory in the Street Fighter tournament. Each fighter brings their own unique story to the mix and incentives for entering battle.

Fighting is broken down with six buttons: three punch attacks and three kicks. Combining button presses with movements on the analog stick execute special attacks. Ken, for example, can throw fireballs by pressing the punch button while moving the stick from the down position forward in a quarter-circle motion. As you perform these combinations, a Super meter builds that, once filled, lets you perform a Super move for greater damage. There's also a Revenge meter that fills when you take damage, and allows players to perform an additional powerful strike. Matches are decided in a best-of-3 rounds format. Beyond the single-player Arcade Mode, players can also fight opponents online or through local multiplayer.

Is it any good?

Is it any good?
 

The biggest and best change in Street Fighter IV is the visuals. The fighter steps away from two-dimensional graphics in favor of gorgeous 3-D visuals. The extra dimension also adds some weight and heft to each character and their moves. Heavy punches and powerful kicks look really painful. Environments are more vibrant and lively than in previous versions.

The franchise has also made the brawler more accessible to rookie players. The Training Mode lets players practices their moves and combos at their pace. The easier difficulty options are also more gentle on novices. Street Fighter fanatics shouldn't fret, as the game provides just as much challenge as its predecessors. Battling opponents online is very easy to accomplish. Players can tweak Arcade Mode so that opponents online can challenge you to a fight at any time. Gamers can also record fights using the Replay Mode -- available as a future, free download -- and share them with others. Street Fighter IV is smashingly good by sticking to its roots while adding some fresh features.

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Game Details
Available on: Xbox 360, PlayStation 3
Available online
Genre: Fighting
Developer: Capcom
Released on: February 17, 2009
Price: 59.99
ESRB Rating: T for Alcohol Reference, Mild Suggestive Themes, Violence

This review was written by Brett Molina
 
 

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natedogg
teen, 16 years old
 
yuck!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
this is the worst game ever. the graphics are like playing a nintendo 64 game. yeah, talk about good playstation 3 graphics.

BlueCastle
kid, 10 years old
 
1+ 3 -2+ =4 and hard
Dumb game iffy for 12 12 12 12 12.

Kishore
kid, 12 years old
 
KISHORE
yes

 
The World Warriors return!
This game is classic Street Fighter with plenty of freshness to keep it from feeling trite. The aesthetics are astounding and the gameplay is, for the most part, well balanced. With 25 characters in all, there's a fighter (or several) suited for any player. Online Vs. battle is where it's at, offering players the chance to test their merit against other players all over the world. Highly recommended, for veterans and newcomers alike!

prince of ...
kid, 12 years old
 
mabebuy it

eddieleo
parent of 5 year old
 
ya i 'lll do that
h* not today pls

Tony Snow 1317
parent of 6 and 10 year old
 
HAVE'NT SAW IT YET
NEVER SAW IT BUT AM A BIG FAN.I'M A STREET FIGHTER MYSELF

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