I knew it would go 3D to compete with other new fighters going in that direction but play as 2D, because the gameplay is what made SF the timeless series it is. If they pull this off well, and i'm sure they will... imagine how the other fighter game companies will respond? Maybe they'll actually make the 3D King of Fighter's series BETTER by following suit. I for one, am relieved. I also like how the shaded Ryu, it almost has a 2D feel to it. Albeit at a highly detailed level. And I CARE ABOUT DHALSIM! >;[ He rocked in the alpha series.