Street Fighter 6 player showcases impressive skills with unique one-handed retro controller

A gamer playing Street Fighter 6 successfully executed a challenging combo with one hand while using a unique, old-school PlayStation controller.

Combos have been integral to competitive Street Fighter gameplay ever since their introduction in Street Fighter II. Despite being an unintended result of game mechanics, both fans and Capcom developers have fully embraced combos as a fundamental aspect of the game. While some combos may be more intricate than others, many dedicated Street Fighter players suggest using an arcade stick for optimal performance. However, one player has recently challenged this advice by utilizing a highly unconventional controller.

Japanese Street Fighter 6 player Michi shared a video on Twitter (link: https://twitter.com/LlHtJNt2E1tGV47/status/1787455174992437623) showcasing his impressive skills with the notoriously challenging ‘Marisa combo’, using only a retro PlayStation 1 controller held in one hand.

The video featured the PlayStation ASCII Grip V controller, which is an authorized controller designed for single-handed use. It has a similar shape to a curved TV remote and includes mirrored D-pad, Triangle, and Square buttons on both sides, as well as trigger buttons on the back for the Cross and Circle buttons.

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— Mitchie (@LlHtJNt2E1tGV47) May 6, 2024

The ASCII Grip V controller was specifically created for turn-based RPGs and gained popularity through its use with PS1 classics like Final Fantasy VIII and Wild Arms. The idea behind this design was to allow players to hold the controller in one hand while referencing a strategy guide held in the other hand.

Despite its design philosophy, the ASCII Grip V is unquestionably a multifunctional device that has the potential to serve as an accessibility controller. While it is initially equipped with a standard PlayStation connector, there are adaptors readily available to allow for compatibility with USB ports.

This is an updated version of the ASCII Grip V that features an analog thumb stick instead of the D-pad, expanding the range of actions that can be performed with just one hand.