Street Fighter III · Tutorial · 2018
Ryu's Street Fighter III toolkit breaks down into essential bread-and-butter combos and practical gameplan notes in this character guide. The video covers what makes Ryu tick in SF3's neutral game, his reliable damage routes, and how his tools compare across the roster. Rather than assuming Ryu mastery, the creator draws from observation of high-level Ryu play, meaning the focus stays on actionable combos and general strategy rather than exotic tech. The guide touches on his special moves, particularly how certain setups interact with the game's unique mechanics—the comments reveal nuances like how the first hit of SAI causes knockdown and can be blocked to reset positioning. For players learning Ryu or looking to round out their SF3 knowledge, this walks through the fundamentals without overcomplicating execution. The video is part of a larger character breakdown series, so viewers interested in other SF3 characters will find a consistent approach to learning the cast's strengths and limitations.
I'm not a Ryu main. All of my knowledge of Ryu is from observing people playing him. Because of that, there are minor details I might have gotten wrong. If you're a competent SF3 Ryu player, feel free to offer corrections or lend some advice of your own in a comment below the video.
From Shoryuken (Shoryuken.com)'s YouTube channel