Super Street Fighter II - The New Challengers (Europe)
What are the differences between the Japanese version of Super Street Fighter II: The New Challengers and the European version?
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The Japanese version of Super Street Fighter II: The New Challengers was released on December 18, 1993, while the European version was released on February 26, 1994. Despite being released several months apart, there are several differences between the two versions. Here are some of the main differences:
Different Character Select Screen
One of the most noticeable differences between the Japanese and European versions is the character select screen. In the Japanese version, the characters are arranged in a single row, with their names written in both English and Japanese. In the European version, the characters are arranged in a grid layout, with their names written only in English.
Different Color Schemes
Another difference between the two versions is the color scheme used for the character's outfits and backgrounds. In the Japanese version, the colors are more muted and subdued, while in the European version, the colors are brighter and more vibrant. For example, Ryu's gi is blue in the Japanese version, but it's red in the European version.
Different Sound Effects
The sound effects in the two versions also differ. In the Japanese version, the sound effects are more realistic and subtle, while in the European version, they are more exaggerated and cartoon-like. For example, the "hadouken" (fireball) special move sounds more like a real fireball in the Japanese version, while in the European version, it sounds more like a cartoonish "whoosh."
Different Backgrounds
The backgrounds in the two versions also differ. In the Japanese version, the backgrounds are more detailed and realistic, while in the European version, they are simpler and more stylized. For example, the background for the first stage, "USA," features a detailed cityscape in the Japanese version, while in the European version, it's a simpler, more cartoonish rendering of the same city.
Different Music
Finally, the music in the two versions differs. In the Japanese version, the music is more atmospheric and subtle, while in the European version, it's more upbeat and energetic. For example, the music for the first stage in the Japanese version is a slow, moody tune, while in the European version, it's a more upbeat rock song.
References:
* [Super Street Fighter II: The New Challengers (Japanese version) game details](https://www.capcom.co.jp/sf2/ssf2_japanese.html)
* [Super Street Fighter II: The New Challengers (European version) game details](https://www.capcom.co.uk/game/super-street-fighter-ii-the-new-challengers/)
* [Super Street Fighter II: The New Challengers comparison video](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L7KV5Mu8YNw)
