Ryu/Pop Culture

Ryu is a timeless icon among fighting game characters and one of the most recognizable protagonists/heroes in video game history. He has been referenced countless times in pop culture ever since his introduction in the original Street Fighter.

Other video games

 * In The Simpsons Game, Ryu appears as an enemy, with Ken's gi as a color swap in the stage "Game Over".

Webcomics

 * In 8-Bit Theater, two Ryu and Ken lookalikes appear in Episode 451.