New street fighter
A new Street Fighter game! Here's what we know so far:
Street Fighter 6
- Announced on February 15, 2022
- Developed by Capcom
- Platforms: PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, and PC (via Steam)
- Release date: June 2, 2022
New Features
- A new "Drive" system, which allows players to perform special moves and combos more easily
- A "Soul Gauge" that fills up as players take damage, allowing them to perform a powerful "Soul Punisher" attack
- A "Battle Hub" mode, which allows players to compete in online matches and tournaments
- A "Story" mode with a new narrative and characters
New Characters
- Luke (a French boxer)
- Jamie (a Hong Kong-based martial artist)
- Kimberly (a high school student and martial artist)
- Marisa (a Brazilian capoeirista)
- Manon (a French assassin)
Returning Characters
- Ryu
- Ken
- Chun-Li
- Guile
- Zangief
- Dhalsim
- M. Bison
Gameplay Changes
- A new "Focus Attack" system, which allows players to counterattack while blocking
- Improved online play with reduced lag and better matchmaking
- A new "Training" mode with more interactive and customizable training exercises
Pre-Order Bonuses
- Pre-ordering the game on PlayStation or Xbox will give you a bonus character, Dan Hibiki
- Pre-ordering on PC will give you a bonus costume for Ryu and Ken
Special Edition
- A "Champion Edition" will be available, which includes all the base game's characters, stages, and modes, plus additional content like new stages and characters
- A "Complete Edition" will be available, which includes all the Champion Edition content, plus additional DLC characters and stages
That's what we know so far about Street Fighter 6! Are you excited to get your hands on the game?