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  • Summary: The series evolves to a whole new level with Ultra Street Fighter IV for PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, and PC. Continuing the tradition of excellence the series is known for, five new characters and six new stages have been added for even more fighting mayhem, with rebalanced gameplay andThe series evolves to a whole new level with Ultra Street Fighter IV for PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, and PC. Continuing the tradition of excellence the series is known for, five new characters and six new stages have been added for even more fighting mayhem, with rebalanced gameplay and original modes topping off this offering. Expand
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 25 out of 28
  2. Negative: 0 out of 28
  1. Jun 3, 2014
    100
    Street Fighter IV was a superlative experience even before today, but Ultra Street Fighter IV, with its well devised additions, has added the bacon to what was already a tasty burger – you don’t know that Street Fighter IV needs these mechanics until you’ve tasted it with them.
  2. Jun 18, 2014
    90
    With new characters, stages, modes, and careful tweaking of the entire roster, Ultra Street Fighter IV is without a doubt, the definitive version of Street Fighter IV. It provides a plethora of new content and a staggering amount of detail, all for the modest price of $15. Its greatest feat, however, is that everything culminates into a package that casual fans will enjoy and fighting game enthusiasts will appreciate.
  3. Jun 30, 2014
    90
    It will make your blood boil at times, but even if you’ve never played a version of Street Fighter IV before, you owe it to yourself to give this definitive edition a go.
  4. Jun 3, 2014
    85
    A new expansion for the mega classic 2D arcade fighting game. New fighters, arenas, modes and refinements have been included in this fresh DLC.
  5. Games Master UK
    Jun 29, 2014
    80
    The additions and balance tweaks make this the definitive version of an already great fighter. [Aug 2014, p.74]
  6. Jun 5, 2014
    80
    A must for all the competitive Street Fighter IV players. The news features are nice, the five characters are interesting and the updated mechanics will change the pace of the game, making it more strategic.
  7. 70
    Ultra Street Fighter IV is undeniably enjoyable.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 11 out of 16
  2. Negative: 0 out of 16
  1. Jun 4, 2014
    10
    The definitive version of the game. There really isn't any competition when it comes to deep, involved fighting mechanics. You aren't drownedThe definitive version of the game. There really isn't any competition when it comes to deep, involved fighting mechanics. You aren't drowned in a quandary of different systems and minutia. Everything simply works.

    The balance is also razor thin. The worst characters (when looking at a 10 point match up tier list) are only 20% below the best. The same can't be said for pretty much any fighting game aside from SF2. Using MVC3 as an example, the best character is actually close to 250% better than the worst (on a match up based tier list).

    You also don't have to sit there and watch the other person play while your character is endlessly juggled for half the match. Combos are there but they are swift and succinct. No more 15-20 second long combos of MVC3 and King of Fighters 13.

    The character variety is amazing. The inputs are tight and responsive while also demanding that you learn your character. There is no dial-a-combo system, so mistakes are still risky but not as risky as Street Fighter X Tekken where stray jabs lead to full out dial-a-combos.

    If you are new to fighting games this is absolutely, positively a 10. If you have the older versions of Street Fighter 4 then this is a 9, seeing as how you've tread this ground before.
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  2. Jul 13, 2015
    10
    Got it yesterday. All i have to say is: Nice game, having to much fun...one of my lasts games of Playstation 3. Worth it (bought for 7 usd) xDGot it yesterday. All i have to say is: Nice game, having to much fun...one of my lasts games of Playstation 3. Worth it (bought for 7 usd) xD Good Luck and Have fun! Expand
  3. Jun 4, 2014
    10
    Made by fans for fans.
    If you are new to the series, then this is a must buy.
    If you've played the old versions of the game, then you have
    Made by fans for fans.
    If you are new to the series, then this is a must buy.
    If you've played the old versions of the game, then you have already bought Ultra.
    If you're thinking "this is a new version of an old game", then you probably haven't played SF4 ever and you're just an internet troll .
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  4. Jun 3, 2014
    10
    I hope these early negative ratings don't continue. For 15 dollars you get a host of new characters, stages, everything. You don't even haveI hope these early negative ratings don't continue. For 15 dollars you get a host of new characters, stages, everything. You don't even have to own the arcade edition to do so. This almost makes it a sequel to ssf4 for 15 bucks. And sf4 is the second best fighting game ever (next to virtua fighter 5). This release is almost too good to be true.

    I guess it's understandable that people would be annoyed at buying all the add ons since sf4 (I've owned them all and I still don't mind), but it has been a while since a major addition like this, and like I mention you don't need all the add ons to use this. Either way, just get it.
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  5. Nov 9, 2022
    9
    La versión definitiva de uno de los juegos de lucha de la generación. Entra Hugo!!!
  6. Jun 30, 2016
    7
    Jogo mediano,mas mesmo assim o peso da franquia influi bastante,deixando o jogo melhor do que ele realmente é.Não tem nada de novo...só o maisJogo mediano,mas mesmo assim o peso da franquia influi bastante,deixando o jogo melhor do que ele realmente é.Não tem nada de novo...só o mais do mesmo aprimorado. Expand
  7. Oct 25, 2014
    6
    Great game, had to give it a 6 because at this point the franchise is being milked. Of course it has great tweaks and plays alot smoother thanGreat game, had to give it a 6 because at this point the franchise is being milked. Of course it has great tweaks and plays alot smoother than the Street Fighter IV Arcade edition. I play this game at a friend's house because I honestly feel like it's not worth a $40.00 dollar price. Expand

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