Characters
The game consists of two different fighting modes, though the two share many common characters.SD Version
*Ryuhi - This hot-blooded fighter is a leader of warriors and an expert with Kung Fu. Ryuhi's home country is China and his fighting style is Kung Fu. Ryuhi is well known for being the main protagonist of the ''Hiryu No Ken'' series, due to the fact that the main storyline of ''Hiryu No Ken'' is often focused around him and that he also serves as the leader of the "Dragon Warriors". *Hayato - This calm, quiet, gifted warrior is familiar with all types of fighting styles. Hayato's home country is Japan and his fighting style is Kobujutsu. Hayato is best known for being Ryuhi's friendly rival and a member of the "Dragon Warriors". *Shouryu - This supernatural ghost hunter uses ESP. He is currently training in Mexico. Shouryu's home country is the United States and his fighting style is a mix of Martial Arts and Lucha Libre. Shouryu is best known for being a member of the "Dragon Warriors". It is hinted by their pre-battle quotes that Shouryu and Suzaku know each other from the past. *Suzaku - This mysterious evil man, set on revenge, plans on conquering the world. His home country is the Underworld and his fighting style is Kung Fu. Suzaku is well known for being the right-hand man of Ryumaou, the series' main antagonist. *Wiler - This warrior is strong and reliable. He uses Martial Arts learned in the US Army. His home country is the United States and his fighting style is a mix of Martial Arts and Amateur Wrestling. Wiler is also known for being a member of the "Dragon Warriors" *Yuka - A master with "Aiki-Jyujyutsu" with telekinesis, she can throw any opponent. Yuka's home country is Japan and her fighting style is Jyujyutsu. *Robo no Hana - The Yokozuna of Robot Sumo, who dreams of becoming the best hero in the universe. He has no home country and his fighting style is Robot Sumo. Robot Sumo is held on the distant planet of Dousokui, which probably means that Robo no Hana is an alien visiting Earth. Robo no Hana had originated from the Super Chinese series, in which he appears in Super Chinese Fighter for theVirtual Version
*Ryuhi *Hayato *Shouryu *Red Falcon - This cruel warrior wins by only attacking weak points, like a falcon. Red Falcon's home country is unknown and his fighting style is Kenpo. Red Falcon may actually be Suzaku under a different alias, due to both having similar outfits, similar movesets, the same hair color and even the same scar in their faces. *Min Min - This elegant female warrior is successor to her father's "Kochouken". Min Min's home country is China and her fighting style is Kung Fu. Min Min is also a member of the "Dragon Warriors". *Kate - This elite international police officer is the all U.S.A. Kickboxing champion. Kate's home country is Sweden and her fighting style is Kick Boxing. *Raima - The cyborg ninja acts in secret to destroy the organization of the darkness. Raima's home country is Japan and his fighting style is Ninjutsu. *Gengai - The head of Shourinji and Ryuhi's sensei, he is the ultimate Kung Fu master. Gengai's home country is China and his fighting style is Kung Fu. *Ryumaou (unlockable character) *Shin Ryumaou (boss; non-playable)''S.D. Hiryu no Ken Densetsu''
An updated version of the game, entitled , was released in Japan only, adding more characters (such as Jack, Ryu, and Gofire from the ''Super Chinese'' series), items and a new gameplay mode. It also removed the more realistic "Virtual Mode", favoring theReferences
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* {{Hiryū no Ken 1997 video games 3D fighting games Culture Brain games Hiryu no Ken Natsume (company) games Nintendo 64 games Nintendo 64-only games Fighting games Multiplayer and single-player video games Video games developed in Japan