When people think of Street Fighter, Ryu, Ken, M. Bison, and Guile are usually the first characters that come to mind. But this classic fighting game series has always introduced new and exciting characters, and some of them become popular enough to reappear in later games. Unfortunately, not all newcomers are so fortunate, and many will likely never fight again.
Some older characters are being honored in new ways in recent games. Instead of directly appearing, their fighting styles and legacies are being carried on by new characters. For example, Guy from Final Fight appears in Street Fighter games, but his Bushinryu style is now used by the new character Kimberly in Street Fighter 6. We also see Ed using moves from Balrog, Lily taking on the role of T. Hawk, and G fighting with a style similar to the enigmatic Q from Street Fighter III: 3rd Strike.
7. Eagle
Eagle is a relatively obscure character in the Street Fighter series. He first appeared in the original 1987 arcade game and later in Capcom vs SNK 2. Though he was included in the re-release of CvS2 within Capcom Fighting Collection 2, Eagle hasn’t been a playable character in a main game for over two decades. His only recent appearance was as a non-playable character, a hidden surprise, in the World Tour mode of Street Fighter 6.
Eagle’s fighting style, which relies on his dual Eskria poles, is distinctive, but he isn’t a very popular character. Similar to Maki, another lesser-known fighter, Eagle doesn’t really offer anything groundbreaking in terms of gameplay. Because characters like Cammy and Dudley already represent Britain well on the roster, it’s unlikely Eagle will make a comeback.
6. El Fuerte
Street Fighter 4 breathed new life into the series and introduced memorable characters like Juri and C. Viper who have appeared in subsequent games. However, El Fuerte stands out as a truly unique fighter. His fast-paced, lucha libre style hasn’t been seen in any other character. He was a challenging opponent, using incredibly quick attacks, grabs, and unpredictable moves – a chaotic style he playfully referred to as his ‘super dynamic cooking time.’
Look, I get why some people loved El Fuerte – the guy was all about crazy, fast-paced attacks. But honestly, bringing him back in a new game feels tricky. We always want those super aggressive characters, but El Fuerte just doesn’t really stand out compared to others who play the same way. To make the game fair, they’d have to tone down a lot of what made him fun in Street Fighter 4, and then what’s the point? He’d lose everything that made him special.
5. Adon
Adon debuted in the original Street Fighter and, like Sagat, is skilled in Muay Thai. However, while Sagat fights with precision and powerful energy blasts, Adon is a more reckless and forceful fighter who uses quick grabs to put opponents at a disadvantage. Despite often being overshadowed, Adon has appeared in a surprising number of games, including all three Street Fighter Alpha titles and Super Street Fighter 4.
Even though Adon offers a fresh take on a Muay Thai fighter, Sagat remains far more popular and will likely stay better known. Sagat is a legendary character – he was the first boss in Street Fighter and has been a fan favorite in every game since. While Adon has appeared in recent titles, it’s unlikely he’ll ever surpass Sagat in popularity.
4. Gouken
Gouken, the teacher of Ryu and Ken, plays a key role in the history of Street Fighter, though he’s only been a playable character in Street Fighter 4. He’s a master of the Ansatsuken fighting style, demonstrating flawless Hadouken and Shoryuken moves that are central to the series. What sets Gouken apart from his students is that his attacks are more powerful, accurate, and refined, giving him a unique fighting style.
Ultimately, Gouken’s most important contribution to the story has been inspiring Ken and Ryu to become powerful fighters through his death at the hands of Akuma. Because of this, he’s often felt more like a background figure than a playable character. Although he was unique in Street Fighter 4, with so many other characters who also throw fireballs – like Ken, Ryu, Sakura, Akuma, and Dan – he’s not a top priority for a return to the game.
3. Lucia
Several new characters were introduced in Street Fighter 5, including Luke and Ed, who later appeared in the sequel. However, not all of these new fighters were equally memorable; Lucia, a police officer and friend of Final Fight‘s Cody, is often overlooked. Cody has become a regular fighter in the Street Fighter series.
I always thought Lucia was a really cool character! She could shoot out quick bursts of fire, making these bouncing flames that messed with your opponents. Her fighting style felt unique too – she had flaming kicks like Ken, but also used a baton for attacks. Honestly, even though some of the later characters in Street Fighter 5 were popular, Lucia just felt like she arrived a little too late to really make a big impact. It’s a shame, because she was fun to play!
Comparing Lucia to Ken limited her potential as a character, but other problems ultimately made her one of the least popular fighters in the game. She was generally considered very weak, making it difficult to win playing as her. As a result, fans weren’t very excited about her return compared to other characters.
2. Remy
Many fans consider Street Fighter 3: Third Strike the best game in the series, though its popularity isn’t really about the characters themselves. While characters like Dudley and Makoto are well-liked, some additions felt like replacements for more established fighters. A good example is Remy, who fights very similarly to Guile.
Remy and Guile have different fighting styles, but it would be tough to include both in the same game. Considering that older Street Fighter games were criticized for not having popular characters like Guile, Capcom probably won’t leave him out of future installments. This means Remy’s chances of returning are slim as long as Guile is around, unless Remy gets a significant fighting style change.
1. Necro
Necro is a character from Third Strike that many players still remember fondly. He was a unique addition to the Street Fighter roster, standing out from the typical martial artists with a look reminiscent of classic monster movies. Thanks to his stretchy limbs and electric powers, Necro has remained popular with long-time fans of the series.
Even though people noticed him, Necro’s unusual appearance doesn’t make up for how similar his abilities are to other characters. Like Remy, he seems to have been designed to replace classic Street Fighter characters like Blanka and Dhalsim. Necro’s ability to stretch his limbs clearly copies Dhalsim, and his limited use of electricity is very similar to Blanka’s moves.
There’s a strong case to be made for bringing Necro back in future games, especially considering his moveset feels more like it belongs in Capcom’s Darkstalkers than Street Fighter. However, despite being a unique character, Necro may ultimately be remembered as a fun experiment and not a vital addition to any new installments in the main Street Fighter series.
Who are some forgotten Street Fighter characters you’d like to see return in a future game? Share your thoughts in the comments and discuss with other fans on the ComicBook Forum!
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2026-01-05 21:44