Introduction
How to Choose Akuma
Unlike his counterparts, Akuma is a secret character that requires a special input code. To choose him, do the following at the character selection screen:
- Start with the character selection cursor over Ryu or Ken. Wait a small period of time. (3 seconds should be plenty.)
- Move the cursor to T.Hawk. Wait in the same way.
- Then move the cursor to Guile. Wait a short while again.
- After that, move to Cammy. Wait.
- Finally, move the cursor back to Ryu or Ken. Wait one last time.
- Now press start, and then immediately after pressing start (within about 0.3 seconds), press all 3 punch buttons simultaneously.
--Raisin (May 3, 2007)
Tournament Illegality and Etiquette
Since Akuma is considered an overwhelmingly-strong character, he's banned in virtually every tournament. Choosing him outside of tournaments may also be frowned upon if the games are being played with any kind of seriousness. Playing as him should be done for entertainment value only.
--Raisin (May 3, 2007)