How to play Ryu in Street Fighter 6

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Want to play Ryu, the iconic Street Fighter franchise character as he returns in Street Fighter 6 with his classic moveset and a few new tricks up his sleeve? As one of the most balanced characters in the game, Ryu provides an excellent starting point for players looking to learn the fundamentals of the series. In this guide, we will explore various tips, strategies, and combo techniques to help you unleash Ryu’s true potential and dominate the competition. He is one of the most iconic and fun characters to play in every mode from World Tour Mode all the way through to competitive online

What are Ryu’s best moves in Street Fighter 6?

Mastering Ryu in SF6 requires a combination of solid fundamentals, precise execution, and a deep understanding of his moveset. By embracing Ryu’s versatility, practicing his combos, utilizing his fireball game, and capitalizing on crush counters you can become a formidable force on the battlefield.

These are some of the Basic Ryu play style moves you should aim to perfect:

• Shoryuken 
• Hadoken 
• Solar Plexus Punch 
• EX Hurricane Kick
• High Blade Kick

These are all of Ryu’s available moves:

Move	How to	Description	Type
Aerial Tatsumaki Senpu-kyaku	(In Air) Quarter Circle Back + (Any) Kick	An aerial Tatsumaki capable of hitting opponents from behind	Special Move
Axe Kick	Back + Heavy Kick	A high kick that can be canceled into special moves	Unique Attack
Collarbone Breaker	Forward + Medium Punch	An overhead attack that cannot be blocked while crouching	Unique Attack
Denjin Charge	Down, Down + (Any) Punch	Surrounds Ryu with the Power of Nothingness, enhancing his next Hadoken or Hashogeki	Special Move
Fuwa Triple Strike	Medium Punch, Light Kick, Heavy Kick	A three-part combo that knocks enemies back	Unique Attack
Hadoken	Quarter Circle Forward + (Any) Punch	Street Fighter’s signature ki blast	Special Move
Hashogeki	Quarter Circle Back + (Any) Punch	Release concentrated ki directly to the front	Special Move
High Blade Kick	Quarter Circle Forward + (Any) Kick	A forward-moving thrust kick	Special Move
High Double Strike	Heavy Punch, Heavy Kick	A high-hitting melee combo	Unique Attack
Shin Hashogeki	Doble Quarter Circle Back + (Any) Punch	An enhanced Hashogeki that can be charge for increased damage	Special Art
Shin Shoryuken	Doble Quarter Circle Forward + (Any) Kick	A powerful double Shoryuken combo that hits an opponents vitals	Special Art
Shinku Hadoken	Doble Quarter Circle Forward + (Any) Punch	A highly lethal Hadoken that cannot be destroyed by other ki blasts	Special Art
Short Uppercut	Back + Heavy Punch	A fast uppercut that can be canceled	Unique Attack
Shoryuken	Dragon Punch + (Any) Punch	A powerful upward uppercut that can counter aerial attacks	Special Move
Solar Plexus Strike	Forward + Heavy Punch	A strong forward-moving strike with incredibly fast recovery	Unique Attack
Tatsumaki Senpu-kyaku	Quarter Circle Back + (Any) Kick	A succession of roundhouse kicks knocks the opponent back	Special Move
Whirlwind Kick	Forward + Heavy Kick	A far-reaching body kick	Unique Attack

How to master Ryu Basic Combos in Street Fighter 6

To maximize your damage output, it’s crucial to familiarize yourself with Ryu’s bread-and-butter combos. These combos typically involve chaining light attacks into medium attacks, followed by a special move or a shin Shoryuken, denjin charge finisher. Practice these combos in training mode to build muscle memory and improve execution and view his moves.

A few combos to use are these:

• Basic – Solar Plexus Strike + Solar Plexus Strike + Hadoken
  • Forward + Heavy Punch, Forward + Heavy Punch, Down, Down-Forward, Forward + Punch
• Intermediate – Light Punch + Drive Dash + Drive Kick + Fuwa Triple Strike
  • Forward + Light Punch, Forward, Heavy Kick, Medium Punch, Light Kick, Heavy Kick
• Advanced – Short Uppercut + Hashogeki + High Blade Kick + Shin Hashogeki (Charged)
  •  Back + Heavy Punch, Down, Down-Back, Back + Punch, Down, Down-Forward, Forward + Kick, Down, Down-Back, Back, Down, Down-Back, Back + Kick (Hold)

Tips for Ryu

Getting to grips with Ryu on your roster is keeping your opponents at a mid-range ( around one to two character lengths) because this is where he can take use all of his tools with best optimisation. Hadoken is one of his fastest projectiles, they are only really good to get your opponent to jump then you can punish with his Shoryuken. Using a soft combo like Medium kick + crouch medium punch + Hadoken + Shorykuen is a good option.

Here are the essential tips to remember for Ryu, we will go into each in more detail below.

• Embrace Ryu’s play Versatility
• Utilize playing Ryu’s Fireball Game
• Mastering Ryu’s Anti-Air Options
• Capitalize on Crush Counters
• Mind Your Defense

Embrace Ryu’s play Versatility

Ryu is a well-rounded character, capable of handling different situations with ease. His moveset offers a blend of strong normals, fireball projectiles, and powerful Shoryuken uppercuts. This versatility allows you to adapt your playstyle to various matchups and opponents.

Utilize playing Ryu’s Fireball Game

Ryu’s Hadoken fireball is a staple of his playstyle. It can be used to control space, keep opponents at bay, and initiate offensive pressure. Experiment with different fireball speeds and timings to disrupt your opponent’s approach. Additionally, you can cancel your normals into fireballs to create safe blockstrings and maintain pressure.

Mastering Ryu’s Anti-Air Options

Ryu’s Shoryuken is an excellent anti-air move, capable of punishing opponents who attempt to jump in on you. Timing is crucial, as a well-timed Shoryuken can lead to devastating counter damage. Practice your anti-air reactions to effectively shut down aerial approaches.

Capitalize on Crush Counters

Street Fighter 6 introduces the Crush Counter system, and to play Ryu you can take full advantage of it. Certain moves, like his standing heavy punch, can crush counter opponents, leaving them vulnerable for significant follow-up damage. Learn the properties of Ryu’s crush counter moves and the optimal combos to unleash when the opportunity arises.

Mind Your Defense

While Ryu possesses strong offensive tools, it’s equally important to prioritize defense. Learning proper blocking techniques, utilizing well-timed reversals, and understanding frame data will greatly improve your ability to survive and counter your opponent’s attacks. Ryu’s Shoryuken can serve as a reliable reversal option if timed correctly. Ryu has the fastest projectiles but isn’t the fastest character, he’s going to take time to get across the stage even using a Drive Rush.

Remember to play Ryu, consistent practice, studying your opponents, and adapting your strategies are key elements to evolve as a Ryu player. With dedication and perseverance, you can unleash Ryu’s true potential donkey kick Jamie and Manon into next week and stand among the top contenders in Street Fighter 6.