Normal Moves (2)

Learn the ins and outs of Cammy's normal punches and kicks in Street Fighter II. Master Crouching Lion Punch, Downward Slap, and more!

Alright, let's dive into some of Cammy's basic but super important normal moves in Street Fighter II. These are the bread-and-butter attacks you'll use all the time, so getting a feel for them is key!

Punch Attacks

First up are the punches. These are your go-to for quick pokes and anti-airs.

• Crouching Lion Punch: This is your classic uppercut. To pull it off, you need to hold Down on the D-pad and then press the High Punch button. It's fantastic for punishing opponents who jump at you or for getting out of close-range pressure. On SNES, it's v + L, and on Genesis, it's v + Z.
• Downward Slap: This is a simple, quick poke. Just press the High Punch button while standing or walking. It's great for controlling space and keeping opponents at bay. On SNES, you can do it with L, or > + L / < + L if you're moving. Genesis players use Z or > + Z / < + Z.
• Amazon Head-Butt: This one's a bit trickier and requires you to be right up against your opponent. Hold Right and press the Middle Punch button. If they don't block it, it hits twice, which is awesome for building damage quickly. Remember, it's > + X (Touching) on SNES and > + Y (Touching) on Genesis.

Kick Attacks

Now for the kicks. These often have a bit more range or different properties.

• Back-flip Kick: This kick is a bit unique. You press High Kick while standing or moving. It does more damage if you're touching the opponent, but it doesn't really change your position much. It's a decent poke but not your primary anti-air. On SNES, it's R or > + R / < + R. Genesis players use C or > + C / < + C.
• Hidden Double Kick: This is a cool move that can catch opponents off guard. It's a slow kick that hits twice. If they miss the block on the second hit, you get extra damage. To do it, hold Down and press High Kick. On SNES, that's v + R, and on Genesis, it's v + C.
• Soaring Jungle Kick: This is your go-to air-to-air or jump-in kick. While you're in the air, just press High Kick. It has good range and is great for intercepting jumping opponents or continuing pressure. On SNES, it's just R (Mid-Air), and on Genesis, it's C (Mid-Air).
• Amazon Knee-Jab: Similar to the Amazon Head-Butt, this requires you to be touching the opponent. Hold Right and press the Middle Kick button. If they don't block, it hits twice, racking up damage fast. It's > + A (Touching) on SNES and > + B (Touching) on Genesis.

These normals might seem simple, but mastering when and how to use them is what separates the good players from the great ones. Practice them in training mode until they feel second nature!