Super Puzzle Fighter II Turbo

by Capcom

Product Features

• Combination puzzle and fighting game
• Drop blocks Tetris-style
• Fighting characters help you get rid of blocks
• Some blocks have special powers or drawbacks
• For 1 player

Product Details

• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B00002STOX
• Media: Video Game
• Release Date: January 22, 1997
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (32 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #14,854 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games)

Product Description

GameSpot Review

Obviously not content with the dearth of Street Fighter and puzzle games, Capcom decided to explore the cross-marketing waters and create a combination of both. This shameless transgression, however, can almost be forgiven since the result is one of the better Tetris rip-offs around. Super Puzzle Fighter II Turbo earns big points for style thanks to the amusing Super Deformed Street Fighter (and Darkstalkers) cast, all beautifully illustrated and integrated into the game. Before the block-juggling fun begins, a player can choose to drop his favorite fighter, like Felicia Chun-Li, Ryu, or Ken, from the Capcom zoo into the action. The chosen character then helps the player place colored blocks into their corresponding patterns. The ultimate result is an avalanche of blocks - which disintegrate if you're winning, and stack up if you're losing. These "moves" are accompanied by the appropriate Street Fighter-style yells - "Sho-Ryu-Ken!" from Ryu, or "Spinning-Bird-Kick!" from the delectable Chun-Li. One of the (few) original play features in Super Puzzle Fighter II Turbo is the countdown clock. Printed clearly on certain blocks is a number which has to tick down to zero before the block can be destroyed. This feature adds a rather unpleasant tension to the race against time, gravity, and (in two-player mode) an evil adversary. Though the visuals are pretty and the accompanying music sets a good mood, Tetris fans are still better served by, say, Game Boy Tetris (portable and perfect); likewise, Street Fighter fans are certainly better off with any Street Fighter game. But for anyone looking for a Puyo Puyo-esque game with Street Fighter thrown in for good measure, this game will satisfy. --Staff
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Product Description

Burst right into the feverish puzzle action that combines irresistible, addictive fun with famous Capcom characters. Beat your opponent to the punch by stacking block after block in strategic patterns and color combinations. Be the first to fill the opponent's screen with blocks and K.O. you win! But get ready for more, because you can't play just once

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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Newbies and Experts Will Enjoy This One, November 29, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Super Puzzle Fighter II Turbo (Video Game)

Are you looking for a game that is awesome fun for video-game-on-the-brain friends as well as for a visiting relative that's never heard of Playstation? Well, Puzzle Fighter may be just what you've been searching for.

A cross between Tetris and traditional fighting games, Puzzle Fighter is simple to learn. You can easily play without having to memorize a gazillion special moves and secret codes. In one one-minute lesson from someone sitting on the floor in front of the television you can learn enough about the game to challenge an expert, and perhaps win!

But wait! Expert gamers shouldn't shy away from this one -- set yourself to a higher level and you'll even find that even grandma can be a challenging opponent. The fast pace will keep you hopping and your palms sweating.

Puzzle Fighter is a great game to play alone or with a house full of guests -- someone always want's to challenge the winner! Watch out though, Puzzle Fighter can be addicting!

Reviewer: Cheryl Mahfouz

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Perfect party game, December 29, 2001

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Kevin A. Connell "gonesavage" (San Diego, CA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Super Puzzle Fighter II Turbo (Video Game)

This game is incredibly enjoyable and addicting. People who have never played, and those who rarely play video games period, have a great time playing it. It makes a great addition to a party because it is easy to learn. However, its big downfall is that it gets real boring real fast in the one-player mode. The difficulty is there but the real fun lies in playing against friends. Many nights in college were devoured by hours and hours of playing this game. I highly recommend it if you frequently have another person or group of people available. If you mainly play alone, there have to be better puzzle games out there.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars I loved this game!, May 2, 2002

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Ashley (illinois i) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Super Puzzle Fighter II Turbo (Video Game)

I love Super Puzzle Fighter 2. It is extreamly fun. I am a 14 year old girl and I would recommend this game to anyone who enjoys Stratagie (SP?) games. Super Puzzle fighter two is like a new and improved TETRIS game. I like tetris but not nearly is much as this game. My Mom, 38, who doesnt really enjoy playstation absoloutly LOVES this game. My 5 year old brother even enjoys his game because you get to match the colors. This game is something the whole family wil enjoy. The only problem with this game is its very, very rare. We have not found a copy with a reasonable price yet. My mom refuses to buy a used compy for almost a hundred bucks. I dont blame her. Well, We will keep trying to find one!