I’d go one step further, though: I think this game shows more initial potential than even Street Fighter 4.
And not just from past Street Fighter, but from other brilliant recent fighting games, and from esports titles outside of the fighter sphere.
The Drive Gauge governs all other unique mechanics, however, including the powered-up specials previously known as ‘EX’ moves, now called ‘Overdrive’ moves.
And it just might be the story of Street Fighter 6.