Research Question:  Will Modern Controls eventually take over Classic Controls? Is the “Salt” justified?

In this research paper we are looking at the latest game from the Street Fighter Franchise by CAPCOM, Street Fighter 6. This game was released on June 2, 2023 and was the first traditional game to add a Modern Control Scheme for newcomers to the series to be able to get into the game quickly. Some old fans did not appreciate this introduction and a lot of complaints have been made by players who play Classic Controls.

Due to the controversial topic that the Modern Control Scheme is in the Street Fighter 6 Community, we have decided to study Fighting Stats provided by Capcom to see if Modern Control Scheme Players are overtaking Classic Control Players, and if the Salt for it is justified.

Find our results in our paper here for download