Greatest Classic Arcade Games of All Time
Street Fighter II or Defender
Pick Your Favorite
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Your GOAT List
Why This Battle Matters
Isn't it thrilling when a high-flying underdog takes on an established champ? In the legendary arcade arena, we see the fast-paced space adventure Defender squaring off against the combo-heavy, character-rich world of Street Fighter II. Here's a battle that transcends mere gameplay to touch the soul of arcade culture. Defender's relentless alien battles contrast sharply with Street Fighter II’s strategic martial arts showdowns. What’s at stake? It's about which game shaped our joystick-twirling childhoods more profoundly. Will fans lean towards nostalgic spaceship rescues or the adrenaline of a well-timed 'Hadouken!'? This matchup isn’t just a game; it's a choice between innovation and tradition.
🔥 Fan Takes
How Fans Are Voting
In this battle:
Fans currently prefer Defender over Street Fighter II when it comes to the greatest Classic Arcade Games of all time. In head-to-head matchups, fans pick Defender 68.2% of the time over Street Fighter II.
Across all battles:
Defender win rate: 34.9%
Street Fighter II win rate: 39.0%
Fan FAQs
Who's the #1 contender on GoatWars in the Greatest Classic Arcade Games of All Time league?
Currently, Ms. Pac-Man holds the top spot in the Greatest Classic Arcade Games of All Time league. You can see the full rankings on the GOAT List.
What makes Street Fighter II so iconic among fans?
Street Fighter II is beloved for catapulting the fighting game genre into the mainstream. Its diverse range of characters and deep, strategic combat system allowed players to express themselves in myriad ways, making it a perpetual favorite in the arcade community.
Why is Defender beating Street Fighter II by such a wide margin in the Greatest Classic Arcade Games league?
Defender is surging ahead probably because of its pioneering role in side-scrolling shooter games which revolutionized arcade gaming back in the day. Its intense gameplay and retro charm have a massive nostalgic pull that resonates with lots of fans on GoatWars.