Uploaded June 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

---

Ways to Support the Channel (some affiliate links)
youtube.com/channel/UCEozS0uaZibXKTQSu10XgSw/join
patreon.com/PixelCherryNinja
Buy a Morph2K
pixelfx.co/product-page/morph-2k-analog-video-scaler?ref=PCN
Buy a Octopus TR Fightstick
trfightstick.com/?ref=PCN
Click link then use code "PCN" for $25 Off
Buy a FightBox R10-Pro Arcade Stick with Trackball & Spinner
USE CODE "PixelCherryNinja" for 10% OFF
fightboxarcade.com/collections/best-sellers/products/fightbox-r10-pro-arcade-fight-stick-with-trackball-spinner-retro-game-controller-for-pc-ps3-switch
Buy a Zaparoo product (10% off)
shop.zaparoo.com/discount/PixelCherryNinja
or just enter code "PixelCherryNinja"

Join the Pixel Cherry Ninja Gaming Discord
discord.gg/5W9pCy2nXa

Get Beta Access Here: patreon.com/jotego/posts/street-fighter-162334246

A special Thanks to all Channel Members

I Love PCN!
youtube.com/channel/UCQ7E8hzLnL7yszZGn_pyUlA

I Really Really Like PCN!
youtube.com/channel/UCIm6dft7oV92-zMCn4A6g2Q

I Really Like PCN!
youtube.com/channel/UCvU6nJ_QHXOi1E2-Mc1Q3Og
youtube.com/channel/UCUcZDJo3elBp9xzywem5e0w
youtube.com/channel/UCCI0gD6EfDEhgkJq2juZhqw
youtube.com/channel/UCHDOwlwXGji23q9YJF2m4cw
youtube.com/channel/UC09wGThxO9fqOz83LsxdI2w
youtube.com/channel/UCKqk3-GhuEvOXZcONxpqWBg

I Like PCN!
youtube.com/channel/UCw0uHC9ojBVAdnJGzNr8f1Q
youtube.com/channel/UCvgN0xuhqDk2xhvoujDpNZg
youtube.com/channel/UC9n9QbenuyDYBhfl4ff2JqQ
youtube.com/channel/UCVL0ADkSvmZz92Rb4Tiaz1A
youtube.com/channel/UCTwvxgt6bj1D3-3trcFysMg
youtube.com/channel/UCdmg4A-udRpr_Y3nwzVENeg
youtube.com/channel/UC3Fj3beYP-P7Vy37JGeNixQ
youtube.com/channel/UCCS-RduyeWLv8oz4jmthUcA
youtube.com/channel/UC8g4U-OTXnrfy4mlx7srVZg
youtube.com/channel/UCpusgjAJafSudcf5YOWNZHg
youtube.com/channel/UCUPpa7VoDPMG2VUr6UjzjQA
youtube.com/channel/UCIZ4Q97QUkamLCpBUYq8_tw
youtube.com/channel/UCPchvhVNL80En4TEbaBFonw
youtube.com/channel/UC1z1NeL3Mpj-0KF0__9VWlg
youtube.com/channel/UCScLm3lgIpyWjTbVdjqR0fw
youtube.com/channel/UCxKLgL8fWG0Rodj8PNXImkA
youtube.com/channel/UC6v4PZHv0zewOCE03yROs8g

Special thanks to channel Patreon's
Silver Ninja's
RGM
SmoMo
VimDiesel

Bronze Ninja's
Jose BG
Juan Alvarez
RobF228
Scott Dowdle
Tamariel

Thank you all for your support.

Enjoying the content? Then please support the channel by liking the video and subscribing.

Socials
YouTube - youtube.com/pixelcherryninja
Twitter - twitter.com/PixelCNinja
Twitch - twitch.tv/pixelcherryninja

Street Fighter III: 2nd Impact has arrived as part of the growing CPS3 beta, giving fans another look at one of Capcom's most celebrated arcade platforms. Released in 1997, 2nd Impact expanded upon the foundations of New Generation with new characters, additional mechanics, bonus stages, and gameplay refinements that helped shape the future of the Street Fighter III series. It was also the only CPS3 game to officially support a widescreen display mode, making it a unique entry in Capcom's arcade catalogue.

Running on the legendary Capcom CPS3 hardware, Street Fighter III: 2nd Impact showcased some of the finest 2D animation ever seen in an arcade game. Massive character sprites, fluid movement, detailed backgrounds, and the innovative parry system helped separate it from its competition and laid the groundwork for the iconic 3rd Strike that followed.

The CPS3 platform has long been regarded as one of the most challenging arcade systems to recreate due to its complex architecture, encryption, and unique hardware design. Recent beta progress has demonstrated just how far development has come, with multiple CPS3 titles now booting and running as the project continues to mature.

For fighting game enthusiasts, 2nd Impact remains one of the most underrated entries in the Street Fighter series. With its unique roster additions, distinctive soundtrack, and important place in CPS3 history, it's a fascinating glimpse into the evolution of one of the greatest fighting game franchises ever created.

#MiSTerFPGA #CPS3 #StreetFighterIII #2ndImpact #Capcom #FightingGames #ArcadeGames #FPGA #RetroGaming #FPGAGaming #ThirdStrike #ArcadePreservation