Cadillacs & Dinosaurs (930201 etc)

Cadillacs & Dinosaurs (930201 etc)

Street Fighter II' - Champion Edition (YYC bootleg set 2, 920313 etc) [Bootleg]

Street Fighter II' - Champion Edition (YYC bootleg set 2, 920313 etc) [Bootleg]

Penguin Brothers (Japan)

Penguin Brothers (Japan)

Street Fighter II' - Champion Edition (street fighter 2' 920513 etc)

Street Fighter II' - Champion Edition (street fighter 2' 920513 etc)

Neo Bomberman

Neo Bomberman

Donkey Kong (US set 1)

Donkey Kong (US set 1)

Snow Bros. 2 - with new elves

Snow Bros. 2 - with new elves

Metal Slug 2 - Super Vehicle-001/II (NGM-2410) (NGH-2410)

Metal Slug 2 - Super Vehicle-001/II (NGM-2410) (NGH-2410)

Pac-Man (Midway)

Pac-Man (Midway)

Bubble Bobble

Bubble Bobble

Snow Bros. - Nick & Tom (set 1)

Snow Bros. - Nick & Tom (set 1)

The King of Fighters 2002 Super (bootleg) [Bootleg]

The King of Fighters 2002 Super (bootleg) [Bootleg]

Metal Slug X - Super Vehicle-001 (NGM-2500)(NGH-2500)

Metal Slug X - Super Vehicle-001 (NGM-2500)(NGH-2500)

Metal Slug 3 (NGM-2560)

Metal Slug 3 (NGM-2560)

Tumble Pop (World)

Tumble Pop (World)

Pang (World)

Pang (World)

Ghosts'n Goblins (US)

Ghosts'n Goblins (US)

Knights of the Round (911127 etc)

Knights of the Round (911127 etc)

Neo Turf Masters / Big Tournament Golf

Neo Turf Masters / Big Tournament Golf

Street Hoop / Street Slam / Dunk Dream (DEM-004) (DEH-004)

Street Hoop / Street Slam / Dunk Dream (DEM-004) (DEH-004)

Kung-Fu Master

Kung-Fu Master

SNK vs. Capcom - SVC Chaos Super Plus (bootleg) [Bootleg]

SNK vs. Capcom - SVC Chaos Super Plus (bootleg) [Bootleg]

Garou - Mark of the Wolves (NGM-2530)

Garou - Mark of the Wolves (NGM-2530)

Double Dragon (Neo-Geo)

Double Dragon (Neo-Geo)

The King of Fighters '97 oroshi plus 2003 [Bootleg]

The King of Fighters '97 oroshi plus 2003 [Bootleg]

Shinobi (set 6, System 16A, unprotected)

Shinobi (set 6, System 16A, unprotected)

Aero Fighters 2 / Sonic Wings 2

Aero Fighters 2 / Sonic Wings 2

The King of Fighters '97 Plus 2003 (bootleg / hack) [Bootleg]

The King of Fighters '97 Plus 2003 (bootleg / hack) [Bootleg]

The King of Fighters 2001 Plus (set 1, bootleg / hack) [Bootleg]

The King of Fighters 2001 Plus (set 1, bootleg / hack) [Bootleg]

The Punisher (930422 etc)

The Punisher (930422 etc)

Mega Man 2 - the power fighters (960708 USA)

Mega Man 2 - the power fighters (960708 USA)

Dig Dug (rev 2)

Dig Dug (rev 2)

Golden Axe: The Revenge of Death Adder (World, Rev B)

Golden Axe: The Revenge of Death Adder (World, Rev B)

Golden Axe (set 6, US, 8751 317-123A)

Golden Axe (set 6, US, 8751 317-123A)

Super Pang (World 900914)

Super Pang (World 900914)

Neo-Geo Cup '98 - The Road to the Victory

Neo-Geo Cup '98 - The Road to the Victory

Pac-Mania

Pac-Mania

The King of Fighters 2003 (NGM-2710)

The King of Fighters 2003 (NGM-2710)

Frogger

Frogger

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles - Turtles in Time (4 Players ver. UAA)

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles - Turtles in Time (4 Players ver. UAA)

Spin Master / Miracle Adventure

Spin Master / Miracle Adventure

The King of Fighters '94 (NGM-055)(NGH-055)

The King of Fighters '94 (NGM-055)(NGH-055)

Street Fighter III 2nd Impact: Giant Attack (USA 970930)

Street Fighter III 2nd Impact: Giant Attack is a classic arcade fighting game featuring updated characters and mechanics in the legendary Capcom series.

Published
1997
Added
2025-10-10
Platform
Classic Arcade

Overview

About Street Fighter III 2nd Impact: Giant Attack (USA 970930)

Street Fighter III 2nd Impact: Giant Attack is the enhanced second iteration in the groundbreaking Street Fighter III series, originally hitting arcades in 1997 with refined gameplay mechanics and unforgettable jazz soundtrack. This classic arcade fighter expands the roster from the first game while maintaining the deep, technical combat system that defined the golden age of 2D fighting games.

  • Expanded Character Roster: Features returning favorites plus new fighters like Alex, Ibuki, and Hugo, with Akuma as a hidden character for nostalgic fans
  • Refined Parry System: Master the high-risk, high-reward parry mechanic that revolutionized competitive fighting during the arcade era
  • Super Arts Selection: Choose from multiple super combos before each match, defining your character's playstyle in this classic fighter

What stands out

Experience one of the most technically advanced 2D fighters ever created, with animation quality that remains breathtaking even by modern standards. This game captures the perfect balance of classic Street Fighter fundamentals with innovative mechanics that defined competitive play for decades.

  • Technical Masterpiece: Represents the peak of 2D sprite animation with fluid character movements that push the limits of retro gaming hardware
  • Deep Competitive Legacy: Features the revolutionary parry system that became iconic in fighting game tournaments and competitive arcade scenes
  • Pure Arcade Authenticity: Offers that classic arcade challenge and satisfaction that modern fighting games often lack for nostalgic gamers

Play notes

Master special moves and the parry system in classic one-on-one combat, aiming to deplete your opponent's health bar before the timer runs out.

  • 1. Master Movement and Basic Attacks: Use Arrow Keys for movement (Up to jump, Down to crouch) with attack buttons Z (Light Punch), X (Medium Punch), C (Heavy Punch), A (Light Kick), S (Medium Kick), D (Heavy Kick)
  • 2. Execute Special Moves and Super Arts: Perform classic fighting game motions like Quarter-Circle Forward + Punch for fireballs, and build your Super gauge to unleash devastating super moves
  • 3. Perfect the Advanced Parry System: Press Forward just as enemy attacks connect to perform a brilliant parry - creating a flash and leaving opponents vulnerable for counter-attacks

FAQ

What's different between 2nd Impact and the original Street Fighter III?

2nd Impact features character rebalancing, new stages, a larger roster including Akuma, and the introduction of multiple Super Arts selection that wasn't in the first game

Which character is best for beginners to learn this retro fighter?

Ryu and Ken remain solid starting points with their traditional fireball and dragon punch movesets, while Dudley offers a simpler boxing style ideal for new players

How important is the parry system for gameplay?

The parry system fundamentally changes match dynamics, rewarding quick reflexes and reads while allowing defense to be as offensive as attack - a hallmark of competitive play