Do most players use modern controls?

[P0MK0NTHA1]

Im noob at fighting games and just started learning.

Should I learn with modern controls or classic? Do pros use modern controls or only classic?

If classic is better, when do I move from modern to classic control? Thanks!

[Tsaalyo]

More players use Classic from what I've seen, but don't worry about that. There are plenty of Modern players in Classic. If you're new, try both in training and see which works best for you.

[XGear]

Only the Mostards....

[kuaikukia]

Modern can limit some characters potential from using their good normal so some characters are best with classic.

[sumolagann]

I feel like I majority I fight are classic players

[Sixtyfivekills]

From my experience, modern are a rare breed, and most of them aren't that good at the game.

[CATMAN]

If you want to just mash the button, just play the modern, that doesn't need brain as modern mode = you don't need to play the game properly, the ai will decide the work to do.

It's basically you're pressing the play button of the video

[polyamorous]

i see far less Modern players than on launch.
people seemed afraid Modern would take over, but it made sense that people who likes shortcuts and dont want to learn, would drop a game earlier than others.

i hope this shows capcom to leave 'M' out for the next game.

[Zeel Ara]

Majority use classic. Doesn't matter though. Just play with whatever you find more fun.

[sumolagann]

Originally posted by polyamorous:

i see far less Modern players than on launch.
people seemed afraid Modern would take over, but it made sense that people who likes shortcuts and dont want to learn, would drop a game earlier than others.

i hope this shows capcom to leave 'M' out for the next game.

I like playing M, they could lessen/remove auto and adjust things though.

[Double Jump]

Originally posted by CATMAN:

If you want to just mash the button, just play the modern, that doesn't need brain as modern mode = you don't need to play the game properly, the ai will decide the work to do.

It's basically you're pressing the play button of the video

OP was asking about modern vs. classic. Not dynamic controls. Learn to read!

[CATMAN]

Originally posted by Double Jump:

Originally posted by CATMAN:

If you want to just mash the button, just play the modern, that doesn't need brain as modern mode = you don't need to play the game properly, the ai will decide the work to do.

It's basically you're pressing the play button of the video

OP was asking about modern vs. classic. Not dynamic controls. Learn to read!

I was replying to OP's question
Did you learn English from underworld?

[Nooneyouknow]

Originally posted by CATMAN:

Originally posted by Double Jump:

OP was asking about modern vs. classic. Not dynamic controls. Learn to read!

I was replying to OP's question
Did you learn English from underworld?

There's no Ai involved with modern controls, that's dynamic, exactly as he said.

[Rook]

I'd say about 80% use Classic and 20% use Modern, just from what I've seen in game and in high level match videos. You can do well with both, as Capcom balanced Modern controls to be able to go toe to toe with Classic controls. Use whichever style is more comfortable for you.

That said, there are advantages and disadvantages to using both.

Modern:

+ Easy special moves, just press the Special button plus a direction, as well as supers. This allows for faster specials and supers as you're not doing the full motion inputs.
+ Dedicated buttons for Drive Impact and Drive Parry means you can do these way easier and have an easier time reacting to Drive Impacts

- Some of your normal attacks are missing because there are three less attack buttons compared to Classic's six button layout. Whether or not this is a big deal depends on your character.
- Any special and super moves done with simple inputs do 20% less damage. Doing the actual motion inputs negates this downside in exchange for being slightly slower and harder.

Classic:

+ You have access to your entire move-set.
+ You don't need to worry about damage cuts since there are no simple input specials and supers

- Harder to get into and get used to because there's more buttons and you have to use motion inputs
- Reacting to Drive Impacts is a bit harder because you have to be ready to reach over to Heavy Punch and Heavy Kick. You CAN assign a Drive Impact macro, but that will increase the amount of buttons from six to seven, which may be a bit too much for some people to worry about.

If you're just starting out and have never played a fighting game before, I'd recommend playing Modern first. Then, if you want to play the original Street Fighter control scheme, not lose 20% of your damage from your special moves, and achieve the satisfaction that comes from mastering what were once difficult inputs, play Classic.

Or don't. Like I said, Modern is balanced to be equal against Classic, and quite a few pro players use Modern controls, so if you want to stick with Modern, don't feel ashamed about it.

[Dr. Acula]

Originally posted by LOCK+KEY:

Or don't. Like I said, Modern is balanced to be equal against Classic, and quite a few pro players use Modern controls, so if you want to stick with Modern, don't feel ashamed about it.

It's not equal with Classic and thank god for that. Modern is probably better or equal with Classic up to gold/plat, then it starts to fall off. Though it's still viable and forces Classic players to play a bit differently.
You also get the benefit of making a lot of people go "Ugh, yay... time to fight a Modern player".

TS: I suggest you start learning with Classic for the long run, do the trials, watch some fundamentals/character guides on Youtube and try to squeeze some time in the lab(watch a guide on how to use the lab as well) every time you play. If you know someone who can teach you the ropes in voice comms, even better.

[No Player In Seat]

Most players are baby and modern is babby control so yes