Exclusive to this era, you can parry in the air. Tapping Forward makes you fall back and away; tapping Down makes you fall forward and close in on the opponent.
The game features 14 playable characters. Notably, and Yang became fully distinct characters in this version. Street Fighter 3: 2nd Impact - SuperCombo Wiki Street Fighter 3 2nd Impact Giant Attack
Understanding these systems is essential for high-level play: Exclusive to this era, you can parry in the air
Press Forward (high/mid) or Down (low) just before an attack hits. This negates chip damage and grants massive frame advantage for counterattacks. Notably, and Yang became fully distinct characters in
Perform a special move with two punch or kick buttons to consume a portion of your Super Art gauge for a powered-up version of the move.
When about to be thrown, press Forward/Back + MP/HP or MK/HK to tech the throw. 2. Character Roster & Tiers