I wish this was the Street Fighter that was out when I tried to be good at Street Fighter. Unfortunately, the Street Fighter that was out when I tried to be good was Street Fighter 4.

14 years ago, Street Fighter 4 ruled, and still rules today. But it was also an unforgiving experience. A mean game that builds grit and passion. I couldn't do it.

14 years later, Street Fighter 6 is softer, compromising and stretches its arms wide to embrace all. A modern control scheme, removal of mash-button-attacks and a real single-player experience make this a landmark title in fighting game indoctrination. But deep down, behind its welcoming facade, is the same beast Street Fighter always was. And always will be.

14 years older, and I have not the strength to wrestle the beast. I'm glad to have tussled and thrown a few haymakers, but I'm out-paced, out-skilled, out-witted, out-of-breath and out-of-time.