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Overall, Ryu is a combo-oriented fighter with a fearsome offensive ability, due to his unique mechanics deliberately giving him the true combos necessary for many characters' competitive success; his ability to overwhelm opponents by trapping them in hitstun/shield pressure, multiple options to negate and escape combos, along with his dependable recovery all tie in to him being very rewarding and unpredictable, with his strengths somewhat outweighing his weaknesses. However, unlike his Echo Fighter, Ken, Ryu is also capable of playing a more zoning-based playstyle, thanks in part to his more damaging Hadoken projectile and his command-input Shakunetsu Hadoken, which is in line with his playstyle in his home series. However, his polarized movement, mediocre vertical recovery, and lack of approach make him difficult to use optimally without mastering his options. Possibly his biggest issue is his notably high learning curve; much practice is generally required for his command specials in order to use them reliably and consistently rather than accidentally inputting the wrong move.
Overall, Ryu is a combo-oriented fighter with a fearsome offensive ability, due to his unique mechanics deliberately giving him the true combos necessary for many characters' competitive success; his ability to overwhelm opponents by trapping them in hitstun/shield pressure, multiple options to negate and escape combos, along with his dependable recovery all tie in to him being very rewarding and unpredictable, with his strengths somewhat outweighing his weaknesses. However, unlike his Echo Fighter, Ken, Ryu is also capable of playing a more zoning-based playstyle, thanks in part to his more damaging Hadoken projectile and his command-input Shakunetsu Hadoken, which is in line with his playstyle in his home series. However, his polarized movement, mediocre vertical recovery, and lack of approach make him difficult to use optimally without mastering his options. Possibly his biggest issue is his notably high learning curve; much practice is generally required for his command specials in order to use them reliably and consistently rather than accidentally inputting the wrong move.
Due to his weaknesses and high learning curve, Ryu's results and representation have overall been very low so far, being one of the least used characters in competitive play. Much of his player base has either dropped him or instead use either his Echo Fighter, {{SSBU|Ken}}, or DLC newcomer {{SSBU|Terry}}, both of whom are somewhat similar to him overall. However, Ryu's copious buffs over the course of the game's lifespan have patched up many of his prior weaknesses at launch, though his current placing is still to be determined.


==Changes from ''[[Super Smash Bros. 4]]''==
==Changes from ''[[Super Smash Bros. 4]]''==
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Most of the changes to gameplay mechanics have been detrimental to Ryu. Most notably, the universal increase in mobility hurts him more than any other character; he is the only character whose [[walk]]ing, [[dash]]ing and [[air speed]]s were all completely unchanged, thus providing no benefit to him and placing him at a greater disadvantage relative to the cast's faster mobility, and it exacerbates Ryu's already commital approach. While the reductions to landing lag benefit his own aerials, they already had among the lowest landing lag in ''SSB4'', which benefits him less than most other returning veterans as it grants them combo potentials that are just as superior as Ryu's own. The toning down of [[rage]] is also harmful to Ryu, giving him more issues at KOing the opponent, most notably causing his Shoryuken to be much less threatening (though it still remains a highly powerful KO move if inputted). The changes to [[air dodge]]s make Ryu far easier to edgeguard due to the limit to one air dodge per air time, while he also gains little benefit from the mechanic due to his lackluster edgeguarding potential. The changes to knockback and the universal nerfs to grabs hinder Ryu's already poor grab game even more, as it is riskier to grab an opponent and his down throw possesses lower combo potential. Finally, the changes to [[jostling]] make [[Tatsumaki Senpukyaku]] perfectly punishable on shield, removing a mix-up.
Most of the changes to gameplay mechanics have been detrimental to Ryu. Most notably, the universal increase in mobility hurts him more than any other character; he is the only character whose [[walk]]ing, [[dash]]ing and [[air speed]]s were all completely unchanged, thus providing no benefit to him and placing him at a greater disadvantage relative to the cast's faster mobility, and it exacerbates Ryu's already commital approach. While the reductions to landing lag benefit his own aerials, they already had among the lowest landing lag in ''SSB4'', which benefits him less than most other returning veterans as it grants them combo potentials that are just as superior as Ryu's own. The toning down of [[rage]] is also harmful to Ryu, giving him more issues at KOing the opponent, most notably causing his Shoryuken to be much less threatening (though it still remains a highly powerful KO move if inputted). The changes to [[air dodge]]s make Ryu far easier to edgeguard due to the limit to one air dodge per air time, while he also gains little benefit from the mechanic due to his lackluster edgeguarding potential. The changes to knockback and the universal nerfs to grabs hinder Ryu's already poor grab game even more, as it is riskier to grab an opponent and his down throw possesses lower combo potential. Finally, the changes to [[jostling]] make [[Tatsumaki Senpukyaku]] perfectly punishable on shield, removing a mix-up.


However, Ryu has also received predominantly more useful buffs to both his unique mechanics and individual moves. His [[Special move canceling]] has been significantly expanded upon, as many of Ryu's moves can now cancel into his special moves, such as his light [[neutral attack]], [[down smash]], and all of his aerials; down smash, in particular, can now special cancel during its first frames (even while charging). All of his attacks (except throws and getup/edge attacks) can also cancel into his Final Smash. This has opened several now routes in Ryu's already impressive combo game, and drastically buffs his shield pressuring ability to the point it is one of the most fearsome.
However, Ryu has also received predominantly more useful buffs to both his unique mechanics and individual moves. His [[special attack canceling]] has been significantly expanded upon, as many of Ryu's moves can now cancel into his special moves, such as his light [[neutral attack]], [[down smash]], and all of his aerials; down smash, in particular, can now special cancel during its first frames (even while charging). All of his attacks (except throws and getup/edge attacks) can also cancel into his Final Smash. This has opened several now routes in Ryu's already impressive combo game, and drastically buffs his shield pressuring ability to the point it is one of the most fearsome.


Ryu now possesses a new heavy neutral attack and light forward tilt, both of which are executed when close to an opponent and can still be special-canceled, further upping Ryu's repertoire of grounded moves and making his hit confirms easier. [[Hadoken]] has been strengthened to be notably stronger, having variable speeds and overall higher damage, which helps its utility as both a zoning option and an approaching tool. Tatsumaki Senpukyaku has seen a drastic increase in versatility through his pivoting leg gaining intengibility and the move itself dealing more knockback, making the move a much more useful burst and KO option, especially out of a hit confirm.
Ryu now possesses a new heavy neutral attack and light forward tilt, both of which are executed when close to an opponent and can still be special-canceled, further upping Ryu's repertoire of grounded moves and making his hit confirms easier. [[Hadoken]] has been strengthened to be notably stronger, having variable speeds and overall higher damage, which helps its utility as both a zoning option and an approaching tool. Tatsumaki Senpukyaku has seen a drastic increase in versatility through his pivoting leg gaining intengibility and the move itself dealing more knockback, making the move a much more useful burst and KO option, especially out of a hit confirm.
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|ftiltname=Side Kick ({{ja|横蹴り|Yoko Geri}}) (Tapped-Far)<br/> Hook ({{ja|フック|Fukku}}) (Tapped-Close)<br/> Collarbone Breaker ({{ja|鎖骨割り|Sakotsu Wari}}) (Held)
|ftiltname=Side Kick ({{ja|横蹴り|Yoko Geri}}) (Tapped-Far)<br/> Hook ({{ja|フック|Fukku}}) (Tapped-Close)<br/> Collarbone Breaker ({{ja|鎖骨割り|Sakotsu Wari}}) (Held)
|ftiltdmg=6.8% (tapped- far), 6% (tapped- close), 3% (hit 1, held), 6% (hit 2, held)
|ftiltdmg=6.8% (tapped- far), 6% (tapped- close), 3% (hit 1, held), 6% (hit 2, held)
|ftiltdesc=''Tapped (Far)'': The yoko geri{{ref|b}}, a kick used in traditional karate. It launches the opponent diagonally upward, and grants intangibility on Ryu's leg from frames 7-12. Good for following with a dash attack or forward aerial at low percents. It is based on his standing medium kick in ''Street Fighter III''. Cannot be special-cancelled.
|ftiltdesc=''Tapped (Far)'': The yoko geri, a kick used in traditional karate. It launches the opponent diagonally upward, and grants intangibility on Ryu's leg from frames 7-12. Good for following with a dash attack or forward aerial at low percents. It is based on his standing medium kick in ''Street Fighter III''. Cannot be special-cancelled.


''Tapped (Close)'': An inward hook. based off his ''Street Fighter II'' close medium punch. This move causes the opponent to slightly shift towards Ryu, allowing it to combo into any of his special moves. Even at 999%, this move is incapable of KO'ing. This move can also lock, which grants Ryu a potent combo on missed techs: floored opponents can be hit by two light forward tilts, a held neutral attack, then true Shoryuken, which will deal around 50% and act as a guaranteed KO as early as 60%.
''Tapped (Close)'': An inward hook. based off his ''Street Fighter II'' close medium punch. This move causes the opponent to slightly shift towards Ryu, allowing it to combo into any of his special moves. Even at 999%, this move is incapable of KO'ing. This move can also lock, which grants Ryu a potent combo on missed techs: floored opponents can be hit by two light forward tilts, a held neutral attack, then true Shoryuken, which will deal around 50% and act as a guaranteed KO as early as 60%.
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''See also: [[:Category:Ryu players (SSBU)]]''
''See also: [[:Category:Ryu players (SSBU)]]''


*{{Sm|Asimo|Japan}} - The best Ryu player of all-time, largely responsible for Ryu's rise in the metagame. He has come close to winning many majors, including being the runner-up at {{Trn|Kagaribi 7}}, {{Trn|Kagaribi 9}}, and {{Trn|UltCore}}. He has been ranked in the top 50 since 2022, and is the only Ryu player ever ranked that high on a global ranking.
*{{Sm|Asimo|Japan}} - The best Ryu player of all-time, largely responsible for Ryu's rise in the metagame. He has came close to winning many majors, including being the runner-up at {{Trn|Kagaribi 7}}, {{Trn|Kagaribi 9}}, and {{Trn|UltCore}}. He has been ranked in the top 50 since 2022, the only Ryu player ever ranked that high on a global ranking.
*{{Sm|Ikan|USA}} - The best Ryu player in North America, first known for his performances in the first half of 2022, especially his run to 9th at {{Trn|GENESIS 8}} with a long Loser's run that eliminated players such as {{Sm|Cosmos}} and {{Sm|Kurama}}. In addition, he briefly studied in France in 2023 and was the best Ryu player in Europe during his tenure there, especially known for his run to 2nd at {{Trn|Regen 2023}}, defeating {{Sm|Bloom4Eva}}, {{Sm|Luugi}}, and {{Sm|Tarik}}.
*{{Sm|Ikan|USA}} - The best Ryu player in North America first known for his performances in the first half of 2022, especially his run to 9th at {{Trn|GENESIS 8}} with a long Loser's run that eliminated players such as {{Sm|Cosmos}} and {{Sm|Kurama}}. In addition, he briefly studied in France in 2023 and was the best Ryu player in Europe during his tenure there, especially known for his run to 2nd at {{Trn|Regen 2023}}, defeating {{Sm|Bloom4Eva}}, {{Sm|Luugi}}, and {{Sm|Tarik}}.
*{{Sm|Munekin|Japan}} - Co-mains Ryu with {{SSBU|Ken}} and was the best Ryu player in the world in the game's first few years. His performances in the early metagame, including placing 2nd at {{Trn|Karisuma SP 4}} and 9th at {{Trn|Umebura SP 6}}, mark the best Ryu results during this time. Although since greatly overshadowed by Asimo, he remains the second-best Ryu player in Japan, most notably placing 9th at {{Trn|Umebura SP 9}}.
*{{Sm|Munekin|Japan}} - Co-mains Ryu with {{SSBU|Ken}} and was the best Ryu player in the world in the game's first few years. His performances in the early metagame, including placing 2nd at {{Trn|Karisuma SP 4}} and 9th at {{Trn|Umebura SP 6}}, marks the best Ryu results during this time. Although since greatly overshadowed by Asimo, he remains the second-best Ryu player in Japan, most notably placing 9th at {{Trn|Umebura SP 9}}.


===Tier placement and history===
===Tier placement and history===
Upon the game's release, players immediately noticed the severe amount of nerfs from ''Smash 4'', and as such, regarded Ryu as a "high risk, low reward" fighter. He was also significantly overshadowed by his own Echo Fighter {{SSBU|Ken}}, who was faster on the ground and has a more extensive combo game with two exclusive command moves, though Ken himself was also poorly regarded at launch. Although updates 3.1.0 and 7.0.0 significantly buffed both characters, Ryu remained inferior to Ken in the eyes of many players, and was therefore rarely seen in tournaments, with only successful results from co-mains such as {{Sm|Munekin}} and {{Sm|Sandstorm}}.
Upon the game's release, players immediately noticed the severe amount of nerfs from ''Smash 4'', and as such regarded Ryu as a "high risk, low reward" fighter. He was also significantly overshadowed by his own Echo Fighter {{SSBU|Ken}}, who was faster on the ground and has a more extensive combo game with two exclusive command moves, though Ken himself was also poorly regarded at launch. Although updates 3.1.0 and 7.0.0 significantly buffed both characters, Ryu remained inferior to Ken in the eyes of many players and was therefore rarely seen in tournament, with only successful results from co-mains such as {{Sm|Munekin}} and {{Sm|Sandstorm}}.  


Ryu's representation began to improve gradually as players took notice of his unique perks over Ken; most notably, his Shakunetsu Hadoken granting him a more reliable neutral game. In update 13.0.1, Ryu got some buffs exclusive to him, including to the aforementioned Shakunetsu Hadoken, leading many Ken players such as {{Sm|AndresFn}} and {{Sm|Vendetta}} to also have a secondary Ryu. In addition, dedicated solo-Ryu players began appearing in the scene as the metagame progressed, especially in 2022, which saw {{Sm|Ikan}}'s run to 9th at {{Trn|GENESIS 8}} and {{Sm|Asimo}}'s meteoric rise to the top-level after becoming the runner-up at {{Trn|Kagaribi 7}}. With Ryu's representation on an upswing during this time, many players considered him to be around the same rank as Ken, with both characters being considered high-tiers. This is reflected in Ryu's placement on the first tier list, placing 36th on the first tier list, two places behind Ken and ranking as a high-tier.
Ryu's representation began to improve gradually as players took notice of his unique perks over Ken; most notably, his Shakunetsu Hadoken granting him a more reliable neutral game. In update 13.0.1, Ryu got some buffs exclusive to him, including to the aforementioned Shakunetsu Hadoken, leading many Ken players such as {{Sm|AndresFn}} and {{Sm|Vendetta}} to also have a secondary Ryu. In addition, dedicated solo-Ryu players began appearing in the scene as the metagame progressed, especially in 2022, which saw {{Sm|Ikan}}'s run to 9th at {{Trn|GENESIS 8}} and {{Sm|Asimo}}'s meteoric rise to the top-level after becoming the runner-up at {{Trn|Kagaribi 7}}. With Ryu's representation on an upswing during this time, many players considered Ryu to be around the same rank as Ken, with both characters being considered high-tiers. This is reflected in Ryu's placements on the first tier list, placing 36th on the first tier list, two places behind Ken and ranking as a high-tier.  


Following the first tier list, Ryu's results only served to improve, with Asimo establishing himself as a top 30 player since 2022 and Ikan seeing further success during his tenure in Europe. In addition, Ken's representation began to dwindle as his best players, while still seeing strong performances, were also notoriously inconsistent. As such, Ryu rose to 32nd on the second tier list, ranking in the B+ tier and thirteen places higher than Ken.
Following the first tier list, Ryu's results only served to improve, with Asimo establishing himself as a top 30 player since 2022 and Ikan seeing further success during his tenure in Europe. In addition, Ken's representation began to slide as his best players, while still seeing strong performances, were also notoriously inconsistent. As such, Ryu rose to 32nd on the second tier list, ranking in the B+ tier and thirteen places higher than Ken.


=={{SSBU|Classic Mode}}: Seeking a Challenge==
=={{SSBU|Classic Mode}}: Seeking a Challenge==

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