Street Fighter III · Combo Video · 2018
Street Fighter III's taunt system gets a detailed breakdown in this primer, with particular focus on Hugo's personal action moves. The video walks through each character's taunt mechanics and cosmetic variations, explaining how they function within 3rd Strike's design. Hugo's poison taunt receives special attention—while visually distinct, it operates identically to his standard taunt with matching duration, accessible via back or touchpad input plus the taunt button. The guide references the comprehensive Shoryuken wiki for deeper mechanics documentation, making it a solid resource for players looking to understand these often-overlooked character animations. Whether you're curious about the technical side of taunts or simply want to learn what separates Hugo's taunt options, this primer clarifies both the practical and aesthetic layers of the mechanic.
Read up on the taunts here: I know I didn't show Hugo's poison taunt. Thanks to everyone who confirmed that it was indeed still in the game. The poison taunt is purely cosmetic, and does the same thing as his normal taunt with the same total duration. It's back or touchpad + taunt.
From Shoryuken (Shoryuken.com)'s YouTube channel