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The wind-slashing, strong-jawed Guile returns to the series inStreet Fighter 6. Joining the series in the second installment in 1992, the Air Force officer is a long-range, normal-type fighter using projectiles and aerial counters to control the battle.
Guile is also one of the few fighters inStreet Fighter 6that use charge inputs, making his play style highly versatile and unique when compared to other fighters. With so much fighting opportunity packed into one character, it can be difficult to pinpoint the best tactics when playing Guile - this guide will outline the best strategies players can use to make Guile an unstoppable slashing force.
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Strategies for Guile
Guile excels in the mid to long ranges, leaning on his fast-recovering projectiles and long-reaching melee strikes to zone and wear down enemies. Since his special moves require charge inputs, Guile can quickly transition from defense to offense to take control of the fight at any moment.
Guile Move List
Guile has three super arts, four throws, five special moves, and 12 unique attacks in his arsenal, for a total of 24 individual moves (excluding common attacks). While Guile does not have many special moves in his kit, his wide variety of unique attacks gives players multiple ways to set up combos and take down opponents.
Type
Sonic Hurricane
Send a slashing gust forward. Angle of attack can be changed depending on command input
Surrounds Guile’s fists with gusts of energy
Super Art 2
Crossfire Somersault
Launch your opponent into the air and slam them back to the ground with a series of somersault kicks
Fire a rotating slash to the front
An upwards kick that is invincible against jumping attacks
Summons a stationary slash to the front
Combines Sonic Blade with a second slash that moves forward
Special Move
Sonic Break
Fires aerial slashes while Solid Puncher is active. Projectile speed can be adjusted with directional inputs
Dragon Sweep
A series of low attacks that cannot be blocked standing. Knocks opponents to the ground.
A downward punch that cannot be blocked crouching
A quick punch that can be canceled into special moves
A backhand strike that moves Guile forward
A rising knee strike that moves Guile forward
A jumping kick that can move Guile forward or backward
A long-reaching high kick that can dodge sweep attacks
A strong kick that can counter-jumping attacks
A punch combination that knocks opponents backward
Unique Attack
Double Shot
A low punching combo that can be canceled into super moves
A low kick followed by an overhead strike
Phantom Cutter
A low kick followed by a high kick that knocks opponents into the air
Dragon Suplex
Slip behind your opponent while grabbing their arms and head and slam them to the ground
Grab your opponent’s arm and throw them behind you
Throw
Flying Mare
An aerial grab that throws your opponent back to the ground
Flying Buster Drop
Grab your opponent midair, smash their back on the descent, and throw them behind
Guile’s Best Combos
While Guile excels at dealing damage from all ranges, his best combos mix long-range attacks with quick movements and significant close-range damage.
Classic Controls
Modern Controls
Down + Medium Kick, Forward + Medium Punch, Down + Heavy Kick
Down + Medium Attack, Forward + Medium Attack, Down-Forward Heavy Attack
A combo that mixes low and mid-attacks for a good burst of damage. Open with a low kick and overhead strike, then follow up with sweeping kicks that knock the enemy down.
Back + Medium Kick, Forward + Heavy Punch, Back + Heavy Punch, Down, Down-Back, Back + Punch
Back + Medium Attack, Forward + Heavy Attack, Back + Heavy Attack, Special Attack
A powerful mid-range combo that takes advantage of Guile’s high mobility unique attacks. Jump back with a kick that is hard to counter, then step back in with a heavy backhand strike. Launch into a quick Burning Straight punch, then cancel into Sonic Blade. Players can use overdrive or followup with a Sonic Boom to enhance the damage of this combo.
Back (Hold) + Light Kick, Back (Release), Forward + Punch, Down-Forward + Heavy Kick, Down + Medium Kick, Forward + Medium Punch, Back (Hold) + Light Kick, Back (Release), Forward, Back, Forward + Kick
Cannot be performed with Modern Controls
A devastating combo that combines all of Guile’s strengths to unleash high damage with a series of hard-to-counter strikes. Fly in with a Knee Bazooka, and use the charge to unleash a Sonic Boom. Quickly lock the enemy with a high kick, followed by a low kick and overhead strike. Close the gap with another Knee Bazooka, and transition the charge into the Crossfire Somersault super art.
Tips for Winning with Guile
With so much versatility, it can be difficult to master every trick up Guile’s sleeve. Players looking to master Guile will want to become familiar with every strategy at his disposal and learn how to quickly alternate between a zoning focus, a defensive focus, and closing the gap and unleashing damage.
Here are some advanced tips for playing as Guile:
How to Counter Guile
Guile has a lot of tactics up his sleeve, making him a good match-up against most fighters on the roster. Players looking to defeat Guile will want to abuse close-rangepower fighters like E. Hondaor Marisa that can overpower and out-damage Guile at close range. Preventing Guile from creating space and keeping him locked up with strong grabs and invulnerable attacks will completely nullify his damage output while maintaining control of the pace of the fight.
Street Fighter 6is available now on PC, PlayStation 4 and 5, and Xbox Series S|X.
