The Ultimate Guide to Mastering Street Fighter 6's Custom Character Moves

Players can take full control of their character customization in Street Fighter 6, including the exciting option to customize special moves. These moves are an essential part of the game and can make all the difference in achieving victory, with frame data intricacies playing a crucial role. In World Tour mode and avatar battles, players will rely solely on their custom characters, highlighting the importance of carefully selecting and perfecting their special moves for optimal performance.

10 Luke's Flash Knuckle

Luke offers a wide range of uncomplicated moves that players can easily incorporate into their combos. Among these moves are two that beginners receive at the start of World Tour, making them a valuable asset. The Flash Knuckle, in particular, proves to be one of the best moves for avatars to utilize due to its versatility. This move has three variations, one for each punch button, assuming Classic controls.

To execute the Flash Knuckle, players only need to pull off a quarter-stick back and press a punch button. Holding down the button and releasing it when the character's fist flashes alters the properties of the attack, launching the opponent in a different direction.

9 E. Honda's Hundred Hand Slap

Edmond Honda has gained notoriety for his sumo combat technique, leveraging his weight to deliver powerful, large-scale attacks. Those who train under his tutelage are immediately taught the Hundred Hand Slap, activated by inputting a quarter-circle back and punch button. This move enables players to unleash a flurry of hand slaps at close range, making it an excellent addition to any combo, especially when paired with normal moves as recommended in the in-game guide.

8 Blanka's Rolling Attack

One of the most effective tactics in combat is using 'hold' moves to catch your opponent off guard. In Street Fighter 6, Blanka boasts an exceptional 'hold' move called the Rolling Attack. This move can be unlocked by requesting Blanka as your mentor and is immediately available for your character to execute.

To perform the Rolling Attack, simply press and hold the back button and then quickly press forward along with a punch button. Your character will swiftly roll forward, covering a short distance. For maximum impact, players can charge the Rolling Attack with two punch buttons, transforming it into the devastating Overdrive move capable of hitting your foe from across the screen.

7 Manon's Manège Dorè

Meet Manon, the latest addition to the Street Fighter 6 roster who has quickly gained a reputation as one of the top characters. As an aggressive grappler, Manon relies on her grab skills to dominate her opponents. One of her signature moves, the Manège Dorè, is a command grab that can be executed by inputting a half-circle back and punching. This move allows players to grab their opponents, lift them up in the air and then slam them to the ground, inflicting massive damage. With its impressive power and range, the Manège Dorè is definitely a force to be reckoned with in Street Fighter 6.

6 Marisa's Scutum

Marisa is widely regarded by the Street Fighter community as an unstoppable force when it comes to unleashing punishing blows on her opponents. One of her signature moves is Scutum, which allows players to adopt a defensive stance by executing a quarter-circle back and pressing the kick button. This move can even be held for extended periods. When an opponent attacks while the player is using Scutum, they will have a range of counter-attack options at their disposal, including the devastating Tonitrus punch and the powerful Procella kick.

5 Dee Jay's Jus Cool

The evasive tactics in Street Fighter 6 have been refined to be character-specific, with Dee Jay being one example. His signature move, Jus Cool, enables him to move backwards and execute a series of punishing attacks against his opponent. As a result, Jus Cool has become a valuable strategic tool for players to incorporate into their own unique fighting styles. By mastering Dee Jay's other moves and becoming his apprentice, players can unlock this powerful technique and add it to their arsenal.

4 Ryu's Hadoken

The Hadoken move is undoubtedly the most iconic one in the Street Fighter franchise, and has achieved a level of popularity on par with Ryu, the game's great standard-type character. It is a household name in the world of video games, and gamers can even travel to Japan on the World Map in World Tour mode to persuade Ryu to be their character's master. Once players have successfully convinced Ryu to become their master, he will teach them how to execute the Hadoken move. With the input of quarter-circle forward + punch, players can equip the Hadoken and send out a blue projectile that can be used to clear distance, punish, or pressure the enemy.

3 Kimberly's Sprint

Kimberly, a fresh addition to Street Fighter 6's character roster, possesses exceptional skills in punishing and exerting overwhelming pressure on her adversaries. In the game's World Tour mode, players can familiarize themselves with her fighting style and techniques by practicing in Metro City's nocturnal ambiance. One of the special moves that players can acquire is Sprint, a maneuver that enables them to dash towards their opponent. After executing it, players can choose from a range of moves, similar to Marisa's Scutum and Dee Jay's Jus Cool.

2 Juri's Tensenrin

For those who rely on kicks to get ahead in a fight, Juri is undoubtedly the ultimate master. Under her tutelage in World Tour mode, kick-heavy players can learn a range of moves that are sure to give them an edge, with perhaps none more effective than Tensenrin. This devastating move is executed by inputting forward, down, forward-down, and a punch button, and causes the player to soar upward in a blur of windmill kicks. Its lightning-fast execution also makes it a valuable anti-air, wakeup, and punishing move in the heat of battle.

1 Dhalsim's Yoga Teleport

Dodge enemy attacks with Dhalsim's Yoga Float ability

The use of teleport moves in fighting games can require a great deal of strategy and skill, especially when facing an aggressive opponent. Street Fighter 6 introduces the Yoga Teleport special move, which can be taught to players' avatars by the character Dhalsim.

Once mastered, players can utilize the move by inputting a combination of back or forward and either all punch or all kick buttons, allowing for a range of teleport actions. Additionally, the Yoga Teleport move provides invincibility during its startup, enabling players to counter their opponent's attacks without any interruption.

Street Fighter 6is available on PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, and PC.