Greatest Classic Arcade Games of All Time
Street Fighter II or Asteroids
Pick Your Favorite
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Your GOAT List
Why This Battle Matters
Do you side with the cosmic isolation of Asteroids or the fiery combat of Street Fighter II? Today, a pixelated battlefield is set where minimalist design clashes with colorful chaos. Asteroids, the stark, monochromatic challenge of navigation and survival, contrasts sharply with Street Fighter II's vibrant, character-driven melee that redefined player interaction. At stake? Not just bragging rights but a defining moment in how we measure the impact of simplicity against spectacle in gaming history. Which speaks to your gamer spirit—purity of design or the richness of narrative?
🔥 Fan Takes
How Fans Are Voting
In this battle:
Fans currently prefer Street Fighter II over Asteroids when it comes to the greatest Classic Arcade Games of all time. In head-to-head matchups, fans pick Street Fighter II 54.5% of the time over Asteroids.
Across all battles:
Street Fighter II win rate: 39.0%
Asteroids win rate: 35.8%
Fan FAQs
Who's the #1 contender on GoatWars in this league?
Right now, Ms. Pac-Man holds the crown as the top contender in the Greatest Classic Arcade Games league. You can see the full rankings on the GOAT List.
What makes Street Fighter II more popular than Asteroids in the Greatest Classic Arcade Games league?
Street Fighter II transformed the fighting game genre and introduced a competitive spirit with characters that have iconic moves. Its popularity is fueled by its lasting influence on gaming culture and how it revolutionized multiplayer gaming, making it slightly ahead of Asteroids in our current standings.
Why is this matchup between Asteroids and Street Fighter II so close?
Both Asteroids and Street Fighter II have passionate fanbases that cherish their gaming experiences from different eras. Fans are really split on this one, as both games represent transformative moments in gaming history, appealing to nostalgia and groundbreaking gameplay respectively.