Ken Vs Ryu is SO MUCH FUN - Street Fighter 6 Beta Ranked Matches

[@BknMoonStudios]

I really love how over the years Capcom has managed to differentiate Ryu and Ken from each other. Ryu has stronger fireballs, stronger counters, tons of raw strength and now he has a meterless install special. Ken has a run, a better Tastu, a better DP and now he has a rekka as well. The days when they were identical are long gone.

[@41tinman41]

Ryu honed his technique to its peak while Ken stylized it to fit his vibe. As the games (and story) progressed, you see where they diverge from the raw Satsui no Hadou style that they learned from their master. Pretty neat indeed.

[@nightshadeii9248]

Opposite sides of the same coin.

[@DaviddeBergerac]

To make it simple, Ryu is arms, Ken is legs

[@donkeydarko77]

@@nightshadeii9248 or the same side of two coins?

[@spaceghostcqc2137]

@@DaviddeBergerac How about Ryu is blue energy and ken is red?

[@kaiokensuge1650]

They should add a special fist bump taunt for Ken & Ryu

[@Eshiay]

To be fair it would be cool if most characters had a way to shake hands or show camaraderie in the start or middle of a match, similar to boxers when they get to the final round.

[@xxiii262]

Tekken 8 has that now

[@metalbudsgaming8371]

I love that Max isn't pissed when that Chun was insanely good, he was just impressed.

[@streetkombat6088]

True

[@tjreardon8495]

He isn't dsp or ltg

[@webbowser8834]

He was a lil annoyed that the Chun overhead wasn't punishable. But yeah, no that Chun was great. Wouldn't be surprised if that was a pro player, just by how ridiculously controlled that entire set was.

[@naheemquattlebaum2267]

I love that Ken's style evolved so much that the Shoryureppa is now an ex move

[@kalebthebonkboy7774]

Just like how Shinku Tatsumaki was for Ryu. However hasn’t shoryureppa been an ex-move since 5?

[@naheemquattlebaum2267]

@@kalebthebonkboy7774 likely. I didn't play much five tbh.

[@bodacious12]

@@kalebthebonkboy7774 Yes

[@bodacious12]

sfv made a lot of moves that were previously supers into ex moves

[@naheemquattlebaum2267]

@@bodacious12 That's awesome from a storytelling perspective

[@nickclark1815]

The thumbnail really showcases just how awesome this game looks. I can’t believe those are the in-game models.

[@dragons_hook]

And that's just the beta!!

[@Merknilash]

I wish I could show this to my kid self in the mid 90s and say "this is what its gonna be in the future" I couldn't even fathom games looking this good

[@UnlimitedMrX]

We've come a long way from banana hair Ken back in SF5.

[@dragons_hook]

@@UnlimitedMrX remember Owen Wilson Ken from SF2!

[@dragons_hook]

@@Padlock_Steve lol, remember Vega's face on his Sf5 teaser trailer? You just never know what kinda changes they'll make.

[@jinpei05]

It's a good sign when the main protagonist and face of your franchise is strong and fun to play.

[@Levi_Skardsen]

Luke is the protagonist of SF 6.

[@korayatakul3003]

@@Levi_Skardsen ahahaha no, hes not.

[@Levi_Skardsen]

@@korayatakul3003 He is. Maybe you're not paying attention but he was always intended to be the face of SF VI.

[@Levi_Skardsen]

@Aaron9 You don't understand how a strong and exciting character isn't the protagonist?

[@pjbpiano]

@@korayatakul3003 Luke is the protagonist.

[@lunarsight6165]

I love that Ryu looks more like gouken this time. Traveling has really matured our punchy boy

[@fissilewhistle]

Also the fact that he no longer has to deal with the threat of turning into a murderous killing machine.

[@seanlambier7719]

Also training with Oro at the end of SF3.

[@blackout1524]

@@seanlambier7719 He doesn't train under Oro. He's not using Senjutsu.

[@seanlambier7719]

That’s what happens at the end of SF3, and you can tell in 6 that his outfit very much resembles Oro’s garb. To have trained with someone (especially when you’re already an established fighter as Ryu is) doesn’t mean you need to adopt their fighting style, it just means you trained with them.

[@blackout1524]

@@seanlambier7719 ??????????????? The director said he's wearing it to resemble Gouken. It's literally Gouken's outfit but red to match the headband. Oro wants to pass down his Senjutsu that's his main objective.Also in SFVCE they confirm that Ryu and Oro weren't aware of each other in that ending, so they never met and they never trained with each other. If Oro was Ryu's master at one point they would've said so but they haven't.

[@deelee6080]

Man if Ken and Ryu this fun just imagine Akuma..

[@tomasparant8901]

Normal -> drive rush -> teleport shenanigans/ demon flip/ screw it! Raging demon!

[@41tinman41]

Imagine the CA Raging Demon being more over the top than regular Raging Demon.

[@deelee6080]

@@41tinman41 for real I’m just thinking about it now. Can’t wait to see it oh my.

[@41tinman41]

@@deelee6080 I just hope Akuma got a haircut. The lion's mane wasn't it.

[@deelee6080]

@@41tinman41 For real it definitely wasn’t needed. He looked like beauty and the beast in the worse way.

[@TriscoG]

Ken's CA finisher is seriously badass. This games art style and visuals are so good.

[@lucyfleet7402]

Sit down... AND SHUT UP! I love it so much, you know SF6 is going to be ace when I want to play like half the roster including shoto's like Ken

[@staticshock4239]

Juri being more like her SF4 version, Ryu and Ken looking cool and fun, Jamie and Kimberly looking to be amazing newcomers, man SF6 looks like it could surpass SF4 and rival 3rd Strike. And we still have more to come with this roster.

[@TamsinV]

Yeah you're not kidding, can you believe the launch roster has 10 more characters that weren't in this beta? Feels crazy after how much we watched happen with just the 8 people had access to.

[@AB-yh1ew]

I didn’t grow up playing any SF, but honestly your enthusiasm for it is making me want to pick it up! Thanks for all the years of great videos and fighting game insights, Max! 👋

[@MyHeadHz]

This seems to be the one to jump in on

[@NoMoreLies365]

@@MyHeadHz this seems to be the one to jump in on? That goes for all of them..

[@MyHeadHz]

@@NoMoreLies365 usually going with a newer game in a series to get acquainted with it, and not having to worry too much about more veteran players who've had years of a head start over you is a good idea.

[@InTheEnd75]

Seriously max IMHO is one of the best streamers/KZbinrs/content creators I have been exposed to. Never been super invested with fighting games but his passion for them has converted me into a lover

[@nolanlehman6392]

As a non fighting game player I wanna dip my toe into this. Just love the flair on display

[@taylorbee4010]

How sf is supposed to be The real sf4/5 is here.

[@Zenju__]

I can't believe Ryu is looking so much fun that I might wanna main him

[@dark_nightwing_xl2797]

He had a lot of supers

[@Team2L2k]

Something about Ken saying sit down and shut up makes his CA that much better

[@jinpei05]

Juri is definitely more like her SF4 incarnation. Definitely looking forward to playing with her.

[@dark_nightwing_xl2797]

She is op

[@818Kira]

Reminds me of Omega SFIV Juri

[@WisecrackJax]

@@dark_nightwing_xl2797 people saying dumb stuff like this, already? 😂

[@ArchieGamez]

@@dark_nightwing_xl2797 No

[@Xeltos]

@@dark_nightwing_xl2797 Lmao People are so used to characters having shitty tools for so long that if they have anything good that they're "OP" I hate to break it to you but by your standards every character in this game so far is "OP". The Drive gauge in itself is "OP". OP as in they're just good, flat out.

[@LyfSukz]

The animations in this game are incredible. Even stuff like getting knocked down and getting back up and the transitions between attacks looks so freaking smooth. Capcom really seems to be putting a lot of love into this game.

[@tylermartin7245]

This game is gonna be so fun to watch competitively

[@GameGengo]

Personality and individual play style is FINALLY back! That's the one thing that turned me off SFV was the lack of personality/playstyle options. Seeing you in all of these matches, each player actually plays differently from other players! For example this Ryu was much more defensive with using the charged up state more, but i've seen others utilizing the donkey kick much more as an offensive tool. This game is going to be peak Street Fighter, I can feel it in my body

[@doctorawesomeness6922]

What strength! But don't forget there are many guys like you all over the world!

[@Marverickluigi]

Man..., Both Chun li fights and the Ryu one were so fun to watch and made me so excited to both play and watch high level play of the game when it comes out (they were awesome)

[@snakelancerhaven]

bro I enjoyed your 3rd strike series so much and now SF 6 kinda has the same energy, realy love watching you play 3rd strike and sf 6 (ofc as a KI fan also KI :D ), I could have your videos up day n night lmao. Love your ken!

[@SirButtah]

I like the textures of fabrics breezing in motion. Looks really authentic. - I will never get tired of seeing Ken's rolling throw for the finish. My brother used to put in WORK with Ken for hours at a time. @ 7:48 Sheesh! - Ryu still likes those fireballs.

[@MyHeadHz]

For the first time I'm tempted to main Ryu, or keep him in my back pocket.

[@41tinman41]

Ryu being everyone’s Ol’ Reliable should be done more.

[@derrickhaggard]

I'll keep him in my back pocket.

[@mr.smellgood2794]

Ikr 🔥🔥🔥🔥 but the casuals will get him nerfed instantly.

[@jessesuarez737]

After seeing this Ken vs ryu fight, it got me really thinking about how Akuma would play, with all these Drive mechanics I can already foresee them either nerfing or toning down his demon, Akuma will be an absolute Beast😄

[@JacksonLane02]

Ken vs Ryu being fun? Yes a brotherly friendly battle between 2 frenimes

[@LucDaMan4]

Nah they're not frienemies they're just bros

[@Max-me7yg]

Hey thanks for watching 😊 Monthly random Gifts contests is on & you've been selected amongst the Console winners. ωнατѕαρρ the digits above✍️

[@pegwin7743]

I really hope SF6 becomes a game that Max loves like he loves 3rd Strike.

[@RuTo94]

7:00 gotta love the SF community 😂 wish Tekken had something like this

[@vapersmith7859]

One thing I love about this video is Max is realizing that Ken and Ryu aren't the only massive improvements Chun Li and other members have gotten massive improvements to balance it out! Granted Ken is the most noticeable due to what they did to him in SFV!

[@joshjones9749]

Its surreal seeing Ken and Ryu with all these new moves finally lol

[@vsoco4921]

This is so much more fun to watch in comparison with SF5

[@ryo-kai8587]

Yeah, after watching gameplay and listening to hands-on opinions from the beta, it's apparent that the flow of SF6 actively discourages robotic flowcharting. It requires you to be unpredictable and play the mindgame well. It really feels like the true essence of Street Fighter is back-and possibly more exciting than ever. Matches built on this true, dynamic test of skill will always be the most fun to watch.

[@mr.smellgood2794]

To be able to see Street Fighter evolve into this. Is just absolutely phenomenal ‼️ 🔥

[@bakakubi]

Damn, that Chun Li was impressive af. Can't wait for the game to be out.

[@Vinthechad]

Ken & Guile are definitely going to be my two mains when this game drops

[@xxxxsg8835]

playing ken and doing some fast stupid shit and then switch to guile is gonna make me dizzy

[@Triforce9426]

Holy shit Juri has never looked better!

[@SpectralSound.]

Damn this looks and plays great.sf6 is this generation revival like sf4 was.

[@bxpisces0392]

13:21 is CRAZY !

[@-Ryu]

"This isn't over yet. Right, Ken?"

[@Xzeihoranth]

I really like the fancier windup of Chun's Kikoken.

[@GotCamel]

Gahdamn Capcom is killing it with this game. The music, the animations, the sound, the style. Phenomenal.

[@jeremyroberts8822]

Capcom has been on fire for a few years now if you really think about it. They’ve been dropping banger after banger the only thing that still was falling behind was street fighter but then they revealed this game and upped the levels big time with this franchise. I still can’t believe how content packed the game is gonna be and how much they showed off already

[@shubhagarwal9812]

My float is soo jumpy, man. - Maximilian Dood 2022

[@playgames12346]

This game is going to be crazy when it officially comes out!

[@rytsuryn]

so awesome, and you're right, Ken's float is very jumpy

[@eFeXuy]

35:55 "My float is so jumpy" - Maximilian Dood, 2022

[@kai0318]

My favorite part of these videos is when Max talks in between matches while the screen is plastered with people goofing around in the lobby.

[@Snook937]

WARIO!!!!

[@fatalradius]

I'm so happy how much you are enjoying SF6 Max!! I know you were a bit disappointed with SF5, so I'm glad we'll have you onboard. Ken totally suits you.

[@shadowclonemaster]

@fatalradius Ken is my favourite atm. Those combos 🔥💥

[@fatalradius]

@@shadowclonemaster I think they did a great job with Ken

[@lykosvon9142]

And it’s damn fun to watch too, God I’ll miss seeing footage of this game

[@BigDemolition]

Man I need to see Akuma gameplay. This looks really good.

[@u-law8149]

i'll always be a KEN loyalist, thank you for such great play

[@shadowclonemaster]

Simple, but fun as heck

[@MaoriGamerDood]

Holy Got damn it is so much Fun to watch MAX go to town in this Game and have a Blast. Even when he gets beaten he's just having a Ball.

[@herrigancalvera453]

Rich Ken and Poor Ryu what a friendship

[@BrazenLunatic]

Now it's Criminal Ken and Carefree Ryu

[@mangoflowers3594]

12:34 Guile blocks ken's attacks to the beat of the music

[@BuzzKilligton]

This game just looks so freaking cool, can't wait

[@41tinman41]

What I got from that win quote from Juri is that she found Hobo Ken cuter than regular Ken. So she’s into scruffy and beaten down dudes. Interesting.

[@MansMan42069]

She's a sadist. She enjoys the suffering of others.

[@johnmrke2786]

I love your beta coverage Max. Good stuff.

[@llechium]

God the animation is so fucking great

[@bxpisces0392]

15:57 Chun Li was putting on that pressure

[@vevedream1185]

For the pass 10 years I’m wondering how many people leave and come back to max fighting video! We love you max 👇

[@filippojipp]

Just discovered you channel recently and I must say your into is the most spetacular one i've ever seen.

[@crazy_buffalo_balrog_02]

never before have I wanted a game so badly

[@bxpisces0392]

Yo that entire kick exchange from 2:20 to 2:30 was just sexy 🙃

[@Tjways]

Holyy... I just noticed at 1:48 the cube in the background switches for VS to SF. Awesome use of cube :D

[@thatoneflyinghat]

I want someone to ragequit right on the final kick of Juri CA it would be funny

[@blackmanta2527]

You can get banned for rage quitting now .

[@Chud_Bud_Supreme]

@@blackmanta2527 How long will LTG last?

[@jonathanrhoden7120]

When maximilian dood plays as his street fighter self named ken

[@tobzdaman619]

That chun was insanely good wow

[@sheikhu1039]

25:33 check out Max with the fireball/step kick spacing game🙌🏾

[@ZLEAP]

0:14 Written and directed by Quinten Tarantino

[@ItsAkile]

just realized, was that big Nephew at the end?

[@anderson5071]

It was!!!

[@spaceghostcqc2137]

Haven't played fighters for a while, really excited to play this and get back in form.

[@kingleonidas2182]

Now I kinda want there to be a new smash game just for the chance that they implement the drive gauge into Ryu/Ken.

[@ThisIsEloy3]

Tbh this was the kind of stuff that MK11 should’ve had with their multiple meter system, the drive gauge serving as a source for meter burn of both offense and universal defensive counter, plus having the other bar act as a means to still have conventional super moves is ingenious. And on top of this it amplifies the high combo potential and rewards patient play just as much, which MK11 also failed to do.

[@INFERNOKID]

Beta may be over but the replays coming in

[@ll1ll1ll1ll1ll]

I wouldn't have thought it was possible for Capcom to make a 3D fighting game that looked as good and was as fun to watch as Third Strike, but here we are. You can't even call this an evolution from 5, it's like they threw 5 in the dustbin and made something completely new.

[@PrestonGarveyofthesettlements]

Guile's looking out for his brother in law, which i find pretty cool. But good matches max. Now I have something to do other than roaming settlements.

[@IsNiree]

I really hope they bring back C.Viper for this game. Was my main in 4 and the drive impact is made for her play style.

[@Jontheopp]

Max had no idea he was playing nephew at the end lol

[@joxler514]

37:24 "damn didnt want to do that". Proceds to do a 60% hit

[@TheRealTHD]

I like to think Guile wants to look into what happened with Ken because Eliza's his sister-in-law.

[@Jaez808]

Guile says in his win quote against Ken that he wants to know what happened, brother in laws lookout for one another

[@SuperArppis]

I always keep thinking when they jump at Max, man do anti-air! Haha.

[@Darkkfated]

Holy shit, going 2-0 versus Nephew at the end there? Nephew was one of the strongest players in the entire Beta!

[@EdokLock]

Stronger*

[@anderson5071]

And arguably one of the strongest sfv players

[@nightshadeii9248]

I’m trash at SF. Literal trash. But I’m still looking forward to getting my ass kicked online. That’s how fun this game looks.

[@altdelete7252]

I swore I would never give anymore money to Capcom, but I'm reconsidering. Can anyone tell me if x box wireless controllers have fixed their response timing for fighting games?

[@Galkatokk]

I think maybe the "forced knockdown" stuff is to prevent people from using moves with airborne startups to intentionally air-reset themselves and get a combo on your whiffed follow-up, like a lot of high level players tried to get with backdashes.

[@hypaga5190]

LOL i love how you just casually 2-0 nephew at the end. SF5 top player good shit

[@rookiered223]

Looking forward to the rate the super of this game next year

[@KagatoIuchi]

Damn, that Chun was sick

[@TheNinja4]

Ngl i love just watching your intro

[@purgeutopia8696]

Dear god Guile's arms got absolutely massive

[@WisecrackJax]

It’s nice caring about Street Fighter again :)

[@peteroneill1859]

The combo's in this game are so much fun!! Capcom please don't tone down this game please allow us player to have fun and find new combo's and stuff as we play 🙏

[@jaydude26]

15:42 that is all, thank you

[@vaporx5555]

Hands down I think Chun Li got the best soundtrack in the game so far ☝🏾💯

[@Iqzzy-KO]

Wassup Max? Good matches bro!

[@elfpi55-bigB0O85]

jack black is my favourite sf6 character so far

[@Linken062478]

They really made Juri's CA knowing full well what her major audience wants.

[@AmakusaWorld]

6:00 Me in every DNF Duel match with my main Stryker, HUUUUGE BS PS: looks like the lip sync was done primarily in english, when it's in japanese it feels ODD!

[@3Rayfire]

There is much fear in you. Fear of Third Strike Chun-Li.

[@KyleRobinson204]

Yo shoutout that Guile. Shadiradio was such a good match.

[@droppedpackage1344]

The drive system makes me "feel alive" IDC if it's overpowered I love it

[@superstew79]

That juri theme so awesome

[@Ryuu46]

Umm is it just me or is max actually playing VERY good in the beta. I used to watch him in sfv and he was decent but he’s been playing at a very high level in all these videos. Great to see him loving the game again

[@ryo-kai8587]

This is 100% observational as I have not played SF6, but it seems that despite the new mechanics, some things are more intuitive now-like the way combos flow, for example. This really helps a game "feel right", and that's what makes you wanna really put in the effort to get _great_ instead of _good._ You're right, it's awesome to see how stoked Max is for this game, and it's contagious!