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This tag covers legal and design issues in the game industry, specifically the 1990s fighting-game boom. Content discusses how Street Fighter II inspired clones, leading to lawsuits and licensed hits. Topics include special moves, combo-heavy combat, and international rosters. The tag is relevant for those interested in game design history and intellectual property disputes in video games.
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    1990s Fighting Game Boom: Street Fighter II Clones, Lawsuits, and Licensed Hits

    The 1990s fighting-game boom did not belong to Street Fighter II alone, but Capcom’s arcade hit set the template everyone else wanted to chase. Its success turned one-on-one fighters into a major commercial lane, inspiring publishers across the industry to build their own answer to special...
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