Channel Update: It's finally time to slow down

[@Shinryuken15]

First of all, I'm really happy to hear that life is going well, Rush. That's the most important thing, especially as its not always been the case. So that's great man, and long may it continue. Re SF6. I distinctly remember you being unsure about it from day 1, and despite not liking it, you were persisting with Ken tech videos. I was always really grateful for that, and I've told you so plenty of times. So a big thank you for that. I'm not into Tekken, and I really didn't like SF5, so maybe this is goodbye in terms of my viewership. But I'll stay subbed and try and support where I can. All the best, mate 👊

[@EdokLock]

I agree with your last part , but I'm pretty confident he will attract a new audience and build a new tekken community Wish him the best, signing out 👋🏻

[@RushG]

@@Shinryuken15 appreciate you bro. Totally understand

[@RushG]

@NoorNabi-Ahmed I changed it to Thurkish Tugs when I last played. I don't think I changed it back

[@metalgeartrusty]

Ken committee is sad to see you go. learned loads. life is short, and thats why its beautiful. listen to your heart.

[@iizmirsmith5282]

I learned so many ken combos from him

[@VladTheImpaler454]

The classic SF cycle, it's always really jarring to move onto the next game. I got into the series with 4 and played it to death. Couldn't get into 5 and only just came back for 6, which I'm only playing once every couple of weeks at this point. Thanks for the Ken tech, it's been really useful. Enjoy Tekken

[@RushG]

I didn't ever expect to feel this way, I remember so many people hating V who loved 4. Now I understand 🥲

[@leandrogomes7738]

Very sad! You are the reason why I improved so much with my Ken... I am sorry you didnt find yourself with SF6.... I also felt it in the beginning, but I am now enjoying it even more than SFV.. Well, thanks for everything and see u in 2030 when SF7 launches (please come back then, because I will be then playing it with my two children and thwre will be 3 people dependent on you to git gut!)

[@thomaspo8229]

Sad to hear this. I found your channel during season 2 or 3 of SFV, and I can definitely say that my SF playstyle AND my music Playlist have both been expanded thanks to you. The news is disappointing, but at the end of the day, you have to do what's best.

[@RushG]

@@thomaspo8229 the fact you mentioned the playlist made me smile! I don't think the channel would of been half as good without the music I found along the way Best of luck in SF6, I'd keep your eye on twitter for any "SF6_Ken" tag posts. FGC twitter can be a mess but the tech there is legit most of the time

[@EdokLock]

Enjoy your retirement buddy I also faced the same issue with SFV and it made me stop playing SF for nearly 6 years and I came back of retirement because of SF6.. you can also do the same and hope for the best with SFVII Cheers

[@yuhboi4188]

I want to say thank you for the sf6 Ken content. You helped motivate me to compete in EVO last year for sf6, went 1-2, but still had a blast. Couldn't make it this year, but will definitely try and make it next year. So thank you very much for helping me learn to play Ken

[@yungslack7311]

You won a game at evo tho thats sick You’re so brave dude gg

[@loganamir]

I quit Sf6 last year once I hit the Master. SfV is still the game for me. I keep grinding on SfV. I stopped at Diamond in V. Im trying to make it up to Master rank or maybe further.

[@RushG]

@@loganamir so you're still playing now Logan? And getting matches?! Maybe SF6 will appealing to you if there are certain changes in future seasons. Let's see

[@loganamir]

@@RushGYea bro. You can still find match in Ranked, Casuals and Lounges. People are still active. You know it Rush, you still play V thou 😁🫵🏼Even UsfIV is still goin on, whynot SfV goes on bro.

[@RushG]

I uninstalled it a while ago now, committed to SF6 and have since not gone back. Maybe if I need SF I could log on to see what's happening 😅

[@KingCyborg15]

Sad to see you leave SF6 behind because you are far and away the best SF6 content creator to learn the game in my opinion, with your focus on pragmatism and practicality. But happy you are doing more of what you like and that things are going well for you in life.

[@JJolion]

I had a similar set of circumstances in my life a few years ago. Things were good, but my career and new relationship had to come first so I had to stop playing fighting games altogether for a while. I came back to the genre with SF6 and your well-thought out videos and tech helped me succeed in the game. After a period of time shaking the rust off, I got Ken to Master rank last week, and your videos were a large part of that. While I really love the game compared to SFV, I recognize that it’s not for everyone and all of our tastes change as we grow older. Just wanted to say thank you for everything and best of luck in all of your future endeavors!

[@returningwhisper]

Felt this way about V. It just killed my enthusiasm and wasn’t motivated to get better.

[@RushG]

@@returningwhisper I understand and I know a lot of people who felt this way. The big problem for me with V was it had an awful launch, the netcode was abysmal (you could improve it but it sometimes took a lot of effort to get it working). Lastly the game was not the same on console compared to PC. So whilst people like me had an amazing experience, others hated it for these reasons. The gameplay itself was slow and required things like good hit confirms, this also separated the good players from average players.

[@exiaR2x78]

Was wondering if you were still playing SF6 (I dropped it at the end of last year) searched your channel to see what new tech you had and saw this video. Really curious if your dislike for SF6 is similar to mine, funny enough I jumped to T8 when it launched (though i've had a lot of frustration with how often they patch it and ended up going back to KOF recently) glad to hear your doing well! Hope your enjoying your time with T8

[@RushG]

I stopped playing entirely since making this cycle but have been playing a little bit recently just out of curiosity. Still not a fan of how it feels or plays, I find it extremely difficult to manage the RPS situations. Everything seems to be an outright guess situation, unreliable anti air DP, inputs get eaten if they raw DR. Not fun for me at all. You have any interest in the upcoming Fatal Fury game?

[@exiaR2x78]

@@RushG Thats fair enough its kind of the same reason as to why I stopped playing SF6 as well. The guess situation's are way too often and getting them or being put in them feels very unearned. I always compare it to VT activation in SFV except you can do it at anytime which I found frustrating and not fun to deal with. The raw DR still eating inputs was frustrating and idk why capcom hasn't fixed it yet. Yeah im on the cope ill like the new Fatal Fury game and the online will actually work this time. The last two SNK games (Samsho 2019 and KOFXV) I found really fun gameplay wise but let down by terrible online at launch so fingers crossed the online works on release so people will be more willing to stick with the game. As someone whos been really active with my local scene since 2018 its kind of sucked not really having a game I want to go to locals to play over the last year

[@futer1987]

Funnily enough, I had the inverse version of your experience - I didn’t enjoy Tekken 8 as much as 7 and jumped ship to SF6. Anyhow, sad to see you go and I’m wishing you all the best. I wonder though, do you fundamentally dislike the game or would you be into it more if it had some tweaks?

[@RushG]

It may be a perspective thing that has me I'm this situation. I know a lot of people going from Tekken 7 to 8 who don't like it. Tekken 8 does have some nonsense in it but I don't feel as restricted when playing it like I don't SF6. For the entirely 99 seconds I need to carefully think about anything I do for.risk of being hit by DI or raw DR, the risk exists even from damn near full screen. Your forever in RPS. With Tekken outside of people doing YOLO heat burst the game functions well from a gameplay and pacing perspective. I like the movement, I like roster, I like the gameplay in comparison. But then also I have no expectations with Tekken as this will be my first ever serious one.

[@reeasddsaeer9498]

literally growing up with your ken videos in sf6, thanks a lot, hope you back soon

[@RushG]

@@reeasddsaeer9498 appreciate you man. Hopefully the existing videos help. I may check the game out in future seasons but for now I don't have any interest in the game. It's not for me

[@KarmaDama]

"Having second thoughts?" "I'M A DRAGON" I got burned out of SF6 a while back, T8 came out around that time so I switched but now I go back and forth. Do what's best for you my man. And btw I got an 8BitDo m30 after I saw your videos and my god what an improvement. I got big hands and it's tiny but it feels great to me. I heard amazing things about the Razer Raion but couldn't find one of the new ones with a pivot where I live. Hope you find what you're looking for, the streets will always be there.

[@RushG]

@@KarmaDama thank you 👊 I actually modified the 8bitdo, I put a load of gaffer tape on it to bulk it up. As crazy as it sounds it actually worked. Only thing I noticed though was how sensitive the dpad was. I'd get a lot of jumps in SF6 which cost me games. Extremely good besides that point (with the gaffer tape lol)

[@vic3roy]

I did that, then I went to Tekken 8 and came back to SF6!!

[@RushG]

@@vic3roy Tekken 8 has issues for sure. So far I'm enjoying it, I have some legacy Tekken knowledge too so that helps. SF6 I was sad most times I played it 😅

[@gian4231]

I'm not gonna lie this kinda hurts, you've been one of my motviations to reach Master in this game and for me that's no joke since I started playing FG sometime around late 2020. I always liked fast placed games like tag games but wanted to learn how to play SF properly since it always catched my attention when proplayers did those amazing plays, especially with Ken. That said, I started from 0 in SF6 and nowadays I'm master rank and a part of that is thanks to no other that you my bro, I looked up tons of your tech and you we're basically a referrer for me. That said I'm glad you're gonna drop this game if it does not make you have fun with it, I hope your path continues and it reaches a better point from now on. Sorry for THIS AMOUNT OF TEXT but i almost never comment on videos and this one I really wanted to do.

[@demavendd]

this resonates with me on so many levels. I wish the very best for you Rush. You deserve every bit of happiness you can get. Thanks for the vids!

[@RushG]

@@demavendd thank you man, waving the white flag felt weird as I hate giving up. But the levels of stress caused by the game and the pad stuff. I had enough I appreciate the tips over the last year of SF6, I'll most likely see you around in a SF6 from time to time. If you continue grinding it, best of luck

[@yungslack7311]

@@RushGbro its not a white flag as a content creator itd best to play what you like

[@RushG]

@@yungslack7311 it's not just SF6, life is different these days to where I was during my content creation run Priorities have changed or been reshuffled. Don't feel as motivated regarding fighters or making videos

[@mattfelgate5346]

Hey Rush, just want to say a huge thank you for the incredible content this last year despite the fact you've not enjoyed the game. I've been playing streetfighter for over 30 years now since sf2 hit the arcades but sadly missed 5 when it didn't release on xbox. When 6 came out I was over the moon but seriously behind having had a 15 year gap from playing 4 and so really needed a lift up to get my Ken in good shape. Hand on heart, your Ken tech and combo tips were head and shoulders above any other content creator and helped me no end in establishing a decent Ken after years out the game so incredibly thankful to you for that. I'm also really chuffed whenever you release a new video so gonna miss your sf6 content moving forward. Totally understand where you're coming from though brother. As you get older and have kids etc, you realise how precious time is and how it's important to focus on what energises you so if you're not enjoying sf6 then I can understand why you want to move on. I understand your criticisms of the game too. The mental stack and general chaos is hard to control and something I'm struggling with too now I'm circa top 30% of the player base. I keep telling myself, if the pros can control it then it must be possible but with my commitments I doubt I'll ever get enough practice to get there. Alas, I'm happy to keep going for now and have enjoyed playing some akuma too recently but the Ken community will never quite be the same without you. Love your play style, the way you analyse the game and have loved your content throughout so thanks again and I wish you all the very best for the future.

[@RushG]

@@mattfelgate5346 thanks Matt I appreciate it. It's tough walking away from something you enjoy but I find as I get older I careful weigh up pros and cons, sometimes of even the most trivial things. I feel your perspective regarding SF6 is a good one, it's possible to be consistent and control the chaos. I think this is best achieved by labbing the game for march up knowledge checks, you also have to commit more in 6 than I remember you did in SFV (coming from my SFV Ken perspective). The two games demanded very different skill sets. V was really good IMO but it wasn't for everyone, I do understand why many people didn't like it. So maybe you dodged a bullet 😅

[@Big_Tobe-lf5df]

Just out of curiosity, have you made a video about what you dislike about sf6? I never played sf5, but it does look way slower. I used to watch some sf4 back in the day, and sf6 definitely wasn't what I was expecting going in.

[@RushG]

I considered it but I didn't want to bring the negative attention. Event if done in a positive light, the FGC will overall forever meme SFV and praise SF6. I decided not to do a comparison for that reason. Best to let SFV be forgotten

[@Big_Tobe-lf5df]

@@RushG Fair enough. I wish I'd played sf5. I don't really know what's going on in Tekken, but I'll definitely check out your videos if you make any about it.

[@RushG]

@@Big_Tobe-lf5df a lot of people struggled to play V because of its inconsistent / poor netcode. That IMO really let the game down. You had to align the stars perfectly for a session without any lag I appreciate you man 👊

[@majorlaggames4506]

I think your happiness is more important. I can't thank you enough for the videos you did make. You are an awesome dude and a great teacher. Thank you Rush_G, and find your happiness. Cheers mate!

[@MarvelousMorrion]

See you in the future my guy 💪🏿 it’s good to take a break. It could be burn out aswell on top of everything you mentioned (which acts like a multiplier ) I’ll be checking out your tekken vids man I’ve been wanting to dive into tekken. Family is first brotha I actually have to balance my time now as well with gaming I’ll never stop but I gotta slow down a little.

[@Infighter_]

Good video Rush, You don't need to apologize for not communicating or not even playing SF6. It's good to hear one of the OG's from SFV days - Waiting for your Tekken vids for sure, I think once you crack the game its going to feel amazing - and so much fun. Feels like once I shut down Tekken 8 I want to practice, lab, theorize, doesnt feel the same way with SF6 unfortunately. We'll see where Capcom is going to take Street Fighter - but at the moment it looks not the way I imagined. Good to hear from you anyhow, Rush

[@RushG]

They Infighter_ good to hear from you too I definitely feel more motivated for Tekken 8, the comparison between SF6 and Tekken 8 is like night and day. I feel my circumstances at the moment hold me back for really going in on Tekken 8 but I totally agree with you, when I log off I want to study and lab. SF6 I log off (alt +f4) and then question why I even bother. Keeping my eye on SF6 but I can't see what they will do to the core gameplay that will entice me to come back Let's see 👊

[@jenxy1078]

Aw dangit. I love Guilty Gear Strive so you might too. Just food for thought. Anyway thanks for the content man, I hit master two weeks ago and I couldn't have done it (as quickly) without you. Much love, best regards - Jenxey

[@MrSamuelAdam4]

I had this exact same problem but with SF5. I played that game for for almost 2 seasons & then I couldn't take it anymore. Tekken 7 came out & I never looked back. I now main Mishimas on a Dualshock 1. The game & characters taught me so much. It even made me better at Street Fighter when I came back to SF6 for the 1st 4 months. 🤣

[@RushG]

Interesting, SF7 could be my game then! How do you feel about Tekken 8 coming from Tekken 7?

[@MrSamuelAdam4]

@@RushG It's been a rocky boat to say the least. Tekken has always appealed to casuals but this game dials it up to 11. Their is so much more stuff you have to lab & at the beginning a lot of moves tracked so good to the point where the game basically turned into a 2D rock paper scissors game & I hated that. Balance wise the game is better but it has a long ways to go. I have noticed with every update the game runs worse & worse. The netcode is also balls compared to T7.

[@bearnip]

Ken will be in COTW, I feel like that game will be a saving grace for some of us. I hope to see you try it.

[@RushG]

I've not taken a deep dive into COTW and it's mechanics yet. Visually it's stunning but a part of me thinks it will play similarly to SF6 (modern player friendly). Let's watch this space

[@dnaonyoutube]

For a split second i was happy to see more Ken combos 😢 for a split second...

[@RushG]

@@dnaonyoutube sorry my man

[@cmsweitzer1]

Do what Rush needs to do to stay happy. Appreciate all the vids and hearing your voice, hopefully we see you down the road when you settle on something that you are passionate about! Peace Rush, take care!

[@inksword6029]

We understand, this has happened to me personally with other games, and youre right, theres no point in forcing yourself if its not enjoyeable at all, i couldnt make myself bear tekken 8 lol, so yeah, do what you enjoy we all wish you the best :]

[@RushG]

Maybe this is the cycle when going from a fighting game to the next one in the series. Tekken 8 is still going well but I don't have a baseline to compare it to. Might be why I enjoy it

[@ABasedTohan]

Damn I just picked up Ken last night and you were the first person I thought about, I’ve been running ryu for the last 3 months

[@RushG]

@@ABasedTohan I still main Ken, I just don't main SF6 😭 Waiting for him to drop in Tekken 8

[@ABasedTohan]

@@RushG lol gotcha

[@willzjayvee]

Thanks for all the videos bro. Thanks for teaching me all the ken stuff i forgot lol. All the best bro!

[@loz_youngs]

Respects dude - I know a few peeps that feel similar. See ya when i see ya

[@Fadesign100]

I learned lots of cool tech from you so the SF6 was not for nothing :) That said at least they fixed KEN's run priority issues ... Ken is back :)

[@SMD_N_LMB]

Thanks for the great content ken tech. Ill be here for the updates, my love bro

[@RushG]

@@SMD_N_LMB 👊

[@DJ_Sonnyb]

Always down to run SFV when im all setup again of course for a some SF action you actually enjoy

[@RushG]

Sonny, my guy. As much as I love SFV I'd probably never go back. Odd games here and there but any FGC time is definitely Tekken now. Down for Tekken sets if you ever want a change of pace from 6

[@mjorginjo]

good to see im not the only one not enjoying this game, it is quite sad since all i know about ken is from you. nice to hear everything is going better!

[@RushG]

@@mjorginjo it's tough. I feel if a person labs MUs hard and builds the muscle memory it gets better. But it's something I didn't want to commit to

[@leonarddaye7550]

I enjoyed SF5 better. Thanks for all your help and advice!!!

[@RushG]

@@leonarddaye7550 hopefully 6 appeals more to people as time goes on. I'm hoping so 👊

[@Pnt_Ent_84]

Same with me I mean I’m so glad I got to master but I just don’t get a lot of the situation or watever jus really different and most recently my life situation has changed so for now I need to take a break n or try other things so I believe u wen u say it’s looking like more causal and more causality for me too at the moment

[@mortisedthegamer778]

I got to masters after 10 months and felt proud but I was still raging and just having less fun.

[@RushG]

Its a tough one as I know your investment in SF has been similar to mine. Just have to be honest with ourselves. If I enjoyed 6 it would of been a no brainer, I'd have gone ham with the content and streams but 6 has always felt like a pain in the ass. I dont blame 6, I just know its not for me.

[@Pnt_Ent_84]

@@RushG in time rush I keep believing everything well work out cuz it’s all part of gods plan

[@RushG]

@@Pnt_Ent_84 this is why we need to pick our next steps carefully. It defines what will be in the future. I'm often stubborn and don't listen to what I know is more important in life

[@excellins]

all the best man your videos really helps. please take acre of yourself

[@MahmoudLutfi7794]

Rush bro go enjoy your thing Enjoy spending time with your family Dont forget us though u got people in the middle east who loves your content and who learned alot from you Mad respect ❤

[@RushG]

@@MahmoudLutfi7794 thank you Mahmoud 👊

[@Yin_Strider]

Hopefully SF6 reels you back into the point that you enjoy it.

[@RushG]

I'll keep my eye on things, see how the game evolve

[@XeroLimitGaming]

Sad to hear you'll be moving on from SF6, but if you're not enjoying then the choice is clear. Don't force yourself. Thanks for the Ken tips you've given. I hope there will be a future update to SF6 that makes the game enjoyable for you. Take care of yourself! Now I have to find a new resource for good Ken tech. What I liked about you was that you're Substance > Style. A lot of Ken players on KZbin are all about flashy combos that do poor damage and are easy to drop. I have no interest in such things as "dragon lash loops" or the infamous "coast to coast" tatsu combos. I want max damage with efficient meter use. "Optimal" as some would say. And you provided that.

[@RushG]

@@XeroLimitGaming thanks for the comment. I appreciate it. I did consider making just tech videos for SF6 but I feel there's an expectation to play if you also make videos? Maybe I'm putting that pressure on myself. I'd have PTSD knowing I've reinstalled it lol. If you have twitter it's worth keeping an eye out for the tag "SF6_Ken". Kazey77 is also a good resource for Ken stuff

[@XeroLimitGaming]

@RushG well, since you mentioned it... I rarely watch match compilation videos. If you only had tech videos, I'd be satisfied. I'm more interested in tech, combo, and character specific match up break down videos than match videos. I'll pick up techniques from match videos occasionally, but I learn more from instructional videos because I don't always immediately recognize something useful I could add to my toolkit in a match video.

[@RushG]

@@XeroLimitGaming got you, I hate to disappoint you and viewers but it would be an empty promise to say I would make 6 content. Hypothetically I could make odd tech videos here and there but because I no longer have an investment in the game it doesn't make sense to do this. There's still a tiny bit of hope that the game changes and draws me back in. Realistically it's unlikely but we can't say for certain.

[@JL-qk3xu]

Damn I've been trying to find good Ken's making good technical content mainly during the SF5 years, and you were definitely one of my favorites and probably watched the most very sad to see you possibly leave but all said thanks for the great content over the years! I know I'll never change your mind but going from SF4 to SF5 was probably the most saddest and disappointing gaming experience of my life. So I'm honestly really surprised you feel this way. SF5s launch was excruciatingly bad and somehow redeemed somewhat at the end, but still the game was so restrained and feature lacking, so few options. I used to enjoy SF4 where every player had a different unique style. Also more importantly i always felt Ken was fairly weak or mid at best, everything felt unsafe and risky possibly because of my playstyle. But here comes SF6!! (A new challenger!!!) :) Honestly for me SF6 was a complete 180 and the SF game I always wanted, on top of that my man Ken was TOP TIER! For once! (I missed 3rd strike sadly) The game felt fast, lots of creative options to consider and ways to use the drive meter. There are a few minor flaws, I feel the low forward drive rush gets overused and drive rush eating inputs have drove me mad, this seems to be getting better tho. I'm complete trash at counter DI even though I'm a master rank sadly and i use DI a LOT offensively. I still am finding new unused techniques that are almost completely unique to myself and yes they are actually practical too. Since this is a pretty big event you leaving SF6, is like to leave you with a new technique I found and possibly some last Ken SF6 content, I would be honored if so. Honestly I'm the only one that I've seen use this and it literally has a 95% success rate in the past couple of weeks. It's a Drive impact reset, a few other characters I've seen have this but I've never seen a Ken do it and it's super simple but the timing is foolproof. On a successful DI wall splat, use low fierce, hard jinrai to light jinrai whiff and immediately DI again, so you get two fierce hits to a DI reset, the DI is timed perfectly and can't even be thrown, it comes out so quick and looks like a traditional optimal DI combo that has only been countered maybe twice in all my experience which can be accounted for luck and i know i literally did the reset multiple times in a row until it got caught one time. I love finding these unique techniques and I've found several in sf6 ken so far, ever since sf4 ken had his epic (and well known) kara throw i loved so much, i always respected going against another fellow Ken who mastered the kara throw. Anyways I'll leave you with that and if anyone else has actually used this di reset let me know lol I'd love to hear it. I have a few other unique Ken techniques as well ;)

[@RushG]

Hey man, I appreciate the post From what I understand, SFV at its core was very different to all other SF games. Similarly to 3S. SFV was all about hit confirms, whiff punishing being ready to deal with risky options. I do agree at launch the game was bare bones, but I was new to the scene then I had no expectations. As the game grew we had an amazing cast, variety in the difference V system mechanics per character. To me this made the game very interesting. And going back to what I said earlier, I loved the skill required to be in control of neutral, the patience it requires and reward for hit confirming. It may have just been Ken in SFV but his ability combo routes using VT1 used to always give me a high level of satisfaction. Imo the routes weren't even that difficult to lab up but the feeling on landing something specific and being able to express myself through the combo routes was really enjoyable. In 6, the game mechanics overshadow everything. Less skilled players are amazing at reacting to DI, will tap parry in neutral for no reason and raw drive rush in when things aren't working out for them. The reward for playing patient and steady, for hit confirms and whiff punishing is not high. You're not rewarded enough for leaning into these higher skill techniques. I've lost to so many Ken's who just do drive rush, drive rush, drive rush over and over for no reason other than to get and maul. To me it feels ridiculous. But, this is my perception and thats the key issue here. It's not for me and I recognise it. It's everything SFV isn't so it makes sense to feel how I do The technique you shared sounds interesting, I'd love to cover it but doing anymore SF6 stuff would just confuse people even more. It's a chapter of my life that is well and truly over now as this game has caused me so much distress. I can't tell you how hard I've dug to enjoy this game only to feel absolutely defeated. All the best on your 6 journey and I'm happy to know people out there really dig this game

[@JL-qk3xu]

@@RushG Thanks for the in depth reply, its really interesting hearing your side of things and yeah I totally get it. I think even though I really enjoyed your Ken content and labbed many of your techniques through the years I think we enjoy Ken on different sides of the spectrum which kinda equate to our love/hate for SF5/SF6. I definitely enjoyed SF5 overall as I still spent an absurd amount of time playing it, but its crappy launch and total rejection of the huge xbox community I used to play SF4 on really rubbed me the wrong way, along with several other major issues like the DRM they added etc. etc. Capcom really hit a low point there but I'm so grateful they eventually came out of it. I can see like you said you like the calculated patient predictable style gameplay where most of the game can be planned for vs a more volatile game where there are lots of options and hard to predict whats going to happen next and sadly its hard to please both sides but since I'm personally a die hard street fighter fan, I'll still play regardless (aka SF5 :P) and I really appreciate that you sincerely tried with SF6. But yeah I like having to think on the fly and really like having each game feel different with lots of options to try is definitely my style. I'm not quite sure if I liked Ken because of his yolo reputation or I started playing yolo style because of it lol but yes I do default to playing more risky yolo style and than I switch to slower more calculated play if I need to, I just find it more fun. Like I equate the slower style game play if you go all the way, to a turtling style guile player that just sits there and waits to react and flash kick or boom, so not my idea of fun, but I know your not that far on that side but just an extreme example. I think SF6 mechanics are indeed really important which I feel was sort of a focus for this game and gives all characters a huge fairly even set of tools out the gate especially defensive ones, there are issues where some mechanics are definitely overused vs others and I do think they are in the process of tweaking it and making it better. I feel most of your complaints can be countered with practice like being able to stuff drive rushes, I've definitely ran into a few players that can jab or light attack me right out of drive rushes repeatedly which is something I can't do just yet. I also need to work on getting better at DI and parry, to me these make the game way more fun to be able to react defensively rather than just blocking and guessing/waiting for your turn back (or the lone options of V reversal/shift in SFV), its almost like they added another half of the game, the defensive side which wasn't there before and personally something I really wanted. I personally feel you can also go into a fun slower neutral/footsie game if both players play that way which does happen somewhat often, mostly when I really respect a players defensive game, if not than I rush down the crap out of them and yes use a lot of unique gimmicks lol. To me I would think the other player would enjoy someone who plays totally unique from everyone else (hopefully ;). Also a side note I really really love the SF6 change from dizzy to burnout, such a huge dynamic change and risk/reward element, having to manage your drive gauge (burning out your meter for the kill) and being able to play effectively even while in burnout is a skill in itself. Buut in the end like you said its all about what you find enjoyable and whats your style of play, while I really wish you enjoyed SF6 so I and many others can enjoy SF6 together for the next several years like we did with SF5's rollercoaster, its definitely not SF5 and yeah I'm going to miss your content but all the best in whatever you find enjoyable next!

[@chrischand5082]

Tekken 8 is a cool game too, what pad u using for Tekken? Thanks

[@RushG]

@@chrischand5082 using the Sanwa pad, the dpad on it is amazing for Tekken

[@chrischand5082]

@RushG ,yeah, nice, thanks, maybe do a video

[@RushG]

@@chrischand5082 yeah I can definitely discuss this. Law's slides come out with ease. Great idea

[@chrischand5082]

@@RushG all good 👍

[@astjuly8239]

Respect the honestly. Since FGs are my beach, I will stay tunned. But pretty journey!

[@RushG]

Appreciate you man 🙏

[@lynchh270]

Are you still looking for a hori fighting commander, i have one thay i barely used that just sat collecting dust i could send you boss

[@RushG]

No not really after one now, a lot of these old pads are quite dated and I don't think they are optimal for SF6. I've also had many bad experiences with second hand controllers. I'm waiting on the new Hori pad to come out, got high hopes for it. I appreciate the offer still, thanks!

[@lynchh270]

@@RushG fair enough

[@mattinwinkymg]

You owe us nothing Rush hold your head high and live happy

[@RushG]

Thank you my dude. Its corny but its been a big part of my life the last few years. To suddenly hit the brakes is in my world a significant deal. Its the right thing to do. Appreicate you and everyone whom have supported

[@powerk21]

What is it that you don't enjoy? is it drive rush?

[@RushG]

Anti air DPs whiffing all the time, inputs get eaten during drive rush cancel, the range on cancelable CR MK's, raw drive rush into overhead > into full spend into level 3, people tapping parry after whiffing buttons The game just feels chaotic no matter where you are on the screen, the elements of neutral game I enjoy are turned into a circus

[@powerk21]

@@RushG thanks for answering, hope 2025 patch fix some of the issues

[@RushG]

@powerk21 I think the S3 patch will be the most significant patch. What it brings, we will see 🙏

[@Christian-wr4ge]

It's just a game. Life is more important. God speed my friend.

[@RushG]

@@Christian-wr4ge very true. Ideally it's a balance I want but it's not on the cards right now, maybe when SF7 drops 🥲

[@Jwest83]

I've played fighting games pretty much my whole life and agree with your sentiment on SF6. I also love playing chess, which is one of the only games that exists (to my knowledge) that is close to 100% and 0% luck. Fighting game developers would do well to consider mechanics that move games away from skill and towards luck. I think they havent got that balance right with SF6 (yet i hope) where offensive is too heavily rewarded, neutral is dull (either low forward drive rush or a big poke)... it just doesn't feel as satisfying as it did in the later seasons of SF5 when i think they had this balance right. Yes SF6 is polished... but that doesn't mean its good.

[@RushG]

@@Jwest83 very well put. I feel that Capcoms approach with 6 was to make as polished and accessible as possible which they've succeeded in. Everything from the universal mechanics to modern controls, the lack of hit confirms and easy alternatives to what would be considered fundamental SF skills. It leaves a bitter taste in your mouth when losing to players that can't anti air, can't whiff punish, cant hit confirm but they can react to DI all day long, they can raw DR and they can tap parry. Doesn't matter on the character MU this is the SF6 global MU, the one that frustrates me the most

[@VeganBytes]

It's not you or your gamepad !!! SF6 is a colossal pain in the hole in terms of controls. Inputs are not registered correctly and god only knows how this game decides what output it generates, but it certainly doesn't match what you need when you need it ! SFv is a far superior game, it looks better, plays better, and at least Ken had fluid movement. Now he feels restricted and slow. Time to get everyone playing V again 💯

[@RushG]

The controller issue was the icing on the cake. Towards the end I was losing it entirely playing the game. I had to stop for my own sanity. As much as I wish there was a SFV community, the FGC just isn't interested enough to keep it alive. It will forever be memed on

[@VeganBytes]

@RushG I had exactly the same issue. I use sanwa jlf joystick and I spent ages modifying it with otto parts and to make it more robust in order to get better response and control. Yet i still have major issues, so its the game, not the joystick. Playing SFv I have no issues with inputs and pulling off combos, it's buttery smooth 👍

[@RushG]

@@VeganBytes interesting and I have the same experience when going back to SFV on the same devices. I do think the execution required in 6 is more demanding but the input reader and things like screen freeze eating inputs really hacked me off. I got too many costly execution errors costing me games

[@norinori6414]

How am I meant to learn Ken and SF6 nooow

[@RushG]

Chris T, Angrybird, Daigo, Ryukichi still play Ken. There's a lot to be learned from their matches and replay data I was never good at 6, I just found some small tips to help folks along the way

[@Lunark5]

Be fine, stay cool)

[@human_h8839]

Thanks for the update and please play what you enjoy

[@dekudakhan]

I played SFV with racdf XD. Hope you are well rush.

[@slinbob8082]

Time for tekken 8!! Nah jokes but you do you and stay good. Great content always

[@slinbob8082]

Oh dang. I commented before you said im playing tekken 8. Lets gooooo tekken so good

[@RushG]

Great minds as they say! Tekken has been a blast so far

[@slinbob8082]

@@RushG lets goooooo tekken!!!!

[@travis7843]

Would love to see some Tekken 8 content on this channel. Play some Paul :)

[@RushG]

@@travis7843 Paul is nuts. Can't believe they buffed him!

[@Abbelboxe]

Steel the Iron Fist to uphold the Law then.

[@RushG]

@@Abbelboxe sliding into Tekken whilst I smash and burst through many matches has been great!

[@Abbelboxe]

@@RushG Ken himself already knew in SF5, that it is time to turn up the Heat

[@RushG]

@@Abbelboxe the signs were all there. I just did not believe

[@hhhh-bn3of]

You will be back xD

[@RushG]

SF7 maybe

[@Nostalgiaforinfi]

Damn alright.

[@1deagr]

bro is playing top tier character and crying lol.

[@RushG]

@@1deagr this video has nothing to do with tiers and winning, it's about doing what you enjoy and prioritising

[@yungslack7311]

Bro its calm man just play shit you enjoy

[@abdsroor1359]

Show us guilty gear strive

[@RushG]

@@abdsroor1359 anime games, isn't that what SF6 is? I have some legacy Tekken knowledge, probably why I gravitated towards it.

[@HereToHaveFunn]

love u king

[@RushG]

@@HereToHaveFunn 🥲🥲🥲🥲

[@HereToHaveFunn]

@@RushG hope ur well , sending so much love

[@lolYuko]

I found your channel from the hori pad videos. I have the same feelings on 6 but I switched to a regular PS4 pad and found it to be better but the game in general is just boring.

[@RushG]

I've grown up using a 6 button controller with a particular layout. I'm awful at SF on modern OEM controllers. Also when I tried hitbox, it feels so difficult 😭

[@Guitar-Dog]

m leavin tekken for SF6 lol

[@RushG]

@@Guitar-Dog praying for you man. You might like it, a lot of people enjoy 6

[@Guitar-Dog]

@@RushG I just love akuma, I'm on the small boat that think 2D characters were cool in tekken... I don't like T8 for the movement and "aggression" It's good just not for me, rather play T7 or TTT2

[@RushG]

@@Guitar-Dog I understand this, hear many people say the same thing about T8 compared to the older games Let's hope not too many people see your comments regarding Akuma in respect to Tekken 😅😅 Akuma in SF6 is wild though, a very scary toolset

[@heroe1486]

See you tomorrow mate

[@RushG]

@@heroe1486 looooooooooool Best comment

[@jkn2k]

Make new content, fighting games with updates and new versions your uploads get less views with time

[@everythingfightinggames993]

I been an SF player for 12years. SF6 is the first SF game that i don’t enjoy. I really dont like the drive and parry mechanic. I been playing tekken8 lately. I been a tekken player for 3 yrs now And t8 is more fun.

[@jhanhp797]

byyyye

[@RushG]

👋

[@terriblethunder1737]

Man i can’t tell you how vindicating it is for me to come across this video. I’ve always felt as if SF6 is a VERY overrated game. I just do not like the game and I’ve long since stopped playing it. SF5 is imo a way better game. Honestly, apart from the graphics SF6 sucks and it was wasted money because i don’t play it.

[@Stiggy771]

The salt is real. Have some copium

[@RuffyG]

sf5 better? copium times 10

[@RushG]

I feel why this is is because SF6 is a complete product and has had so much care with it's creation. Capcom have done everything to make the launch and the game very high quality. That said the gameplay, the risk / reward, how fun it is, is IMO questionable. But for the majority this will be overlooked. SF6 has been made to appeal to a much wider audience, it's a very deep game but it's also accessible to more casual players. They can mash DI and raw DR all day long and beat moderately good players. Casuals and pros will do well but anyone in the middle will struggle to control this level of chaos. May be a hot take to some but that's my perspective. I totally get why Capcom went this way, but looking back on SFV, the vast roster, the faster game but slower pacing in neutral, very heavy footsie based game. People will forgot this but continue to meme it even in 2024+

[@go1dkeyYT]

Nah, SF6 is sometimes even very underrated, because how good is this game for quality and making good feeling. SFV in compare is trash

[@MrHighCeiling]

​@@go1dkeyYTI agree, SF4 is better than SFV... way better if you ask me.

[@weaudihere6460]

Man I completely understand. Haven't played in 6 months. Tried akuma out for 15 minutes and ran outta steam with sf6. Miss the hell outta SFV. Something as simple as every characters drive rush being the same color is enough for me to quit. Game design is lazy and I miss the pressure strings from SFV. The lack of character content sucks too. Avatar focused gear for crossovers makes me sick.

[@jasn6972]

Can you elaborate on lazy game design? I’m not trying to criticize your opinion im just trying to see why people don’t like this game. I’m a fan of both SF5 and SF6 and I think the game could evolve to be even better in 2 years or so just like SF5

[@kwasit1055]

What I’m saying man, I think 6 is a great game

[@heroe1486]

If a universal mechanic having the same recognizable color for all characters is enough for you to quit you probably didn't like fighting games to begin with and are searching an excuse, especially in a game where characters of the current roaster are all differents.

[@RushG]

From my perspective, the roster is still unappealing to me. The SFV launch characters were great in comparison, if I were to play now I'd probably go with Ryu. The universal game mechanics make the game feel very repetitive too. Having to play around people in ranked mashing DI and defaulting to raw Drive Rush over and over just gets boring. There are times I'm not doing anything but checking DR, not pressing much in neutral due to YOLO DI, not throwing fireballs because everyone is neutral jumping (or mashing DI). Then your inputs would get eaten by raw DR so you're unable to check it. I just got bored of this cycle of events every game. It will get better but this ultimately is the game from my perspective.

[@kwasit1055]

@@RushG I will agree you on here cause I was saying the same thing the other day, the sfv cast is lowkey goated