Questions about Akuma (Street Fighter)

Short answers, pulled from the story.

When did Akuma first appear in Super Street Fighter II Turbo?

Akuma first appeared in the arcade version of Super Street Fighter II Turbo on the 1st of March 1994. He emerged as a secret boss who could only be unlocked by meeting specific, obscure conditions.

Who created the character Akuma and what was the inspiration for his design?

Designer Akiman created the character Akuma in a single hour. The design was influenced by Kongorikishi statues and instructed to be similar to the Super Saiyan transformation from the Dragon Ball franchise.

What is the relationship between Akuma and Gouken in the Street Fighter story?

Akuma is the younger brother of Gouken, the master of Ryu and Ken. Their shared history involves a fatal confrontation where Akuma defeated his brother after embracing the Satsui no Hadou while Gouken sought to master it to protect the world.

Which game features Akuma as a guest character seeking to repay a debt to Kazumi Mishima?

Akuma appears as a guest character in Namco's Tekken 7. In this game, he seeks to repay a debt to Kazumi Mishima for saving his life from an unknown critical situation.

Who was cast to portray Akuma in the live-action Street Fighter film in 2025?

WWE wrestler Roman Reigns entered negotiations to portray Akuma in the upcoming live-action Street Fighter film co-produced by Legendary Entertainment and Capcom. He had officially been cast in the role by July.

What is the Raging Demon move and how was it ranked by gaming media?

The Raging Demon is Akuma's signature move where he grabs his opponent and the screen goes black. Prima Games named it the seventh-greatest fighting move in video game history.