Street Fighter 6 continues to expand its universe and offer new features to both console players and fans of the franchise in general. The most popular fighting title of the year continues to innovate and add content that keeps the competition and interest alive.
Over the past few months, the game has not only expanded its presence to new platforms like the Nintendo Switch 2, but has also announced special collaborations, character updates and has made the leap to the big screen with a truly luxury cast.
Street Fighter 6 and æspa Collaboration: Fashion, Music, and More
One of the most striking novelties is the alliance between Street Fighter 6 and the K-pop group æspaThis collaboration brings Korean pop culture to the world of video games. The agreement brings a Juri's new outfit inspired by the æspa album, which will be available in the in-game store from July 4, 2025 to July 4, 2026, for 350 fighter coins and in ten different colors.
Furthermore, the incorporation of nevis, the virtual artist linked to æspa, as a real-time commentator, marks a milestone, marking the first time a virtual character has provided commentary in a fighting game. It will be available in Korean, Japanese, and English. Players will be able to obtain Exclusive photo frames, backgrounds and titles through collaboration news during July, in addition to receiving a free digital article just for logging in during that period.
El battle hub It will be decorated with a spa theme, offering a unique and exclusive atmosphere. All of this reflects how the series seeks to align with cultural trends and connect with more diverse audiences.
New wave of fighters and the long-awaited return of Sagat
One of the most anticipated announcements is the arrival of Sagat , the first downloadable character of Season 3This classic Thai fighter will be available from August 5th, accompanied by the Sagat Fighting Pass from July 4, 2025. The pass allows you to unlock Themed items, stickers, traditional emotes, and new EX colors for Ryu and Ken.
With Sagat, Capcom has confirmed that in the coming months they will join C.Viper (fall 2025), Alex (spring 2026) and Ingrid (late spring 2026). In addition, the launch of the Outfit 4 for seven characters coincides with the arrival of Sagat, expanding the customization of the fighters.
Street Fighter 6 on Nintendo Switch 2: Experience, Modes, and Performance
With the rise of Nintendo Switch 2, Street Fighter 6 has been adapted to this console with several editions, from basic to Years 1-2 Fighters Edition. While it maintains the combat quality, there are some noticeable technical limitations, such as the lack of a D-pad on the Joy-Con and frame drops, especially in demanding modes like World Tour or cinematics. However, modes that take advantage of the gyroscope They offer a different experience and take advantage of the console's capabilities.
This title is ideal for those who want to enjoy the saga in portable or desktop mode, providing exciting fights and varied content for all types of players.
The cinematic future of Street Fighter
The franchise makes the leap to film again, this time under the direction of Kitao Sakurai and in collaboration with Sony and Legendary. The cast includes familiar faces who bring diversity and interpretive weight to the classic characters, such as 50 Cent , the Balrog y David dastmalchian , the M.Bison. Also included are Jason Momoa (Blanka), Roman Reigns (Akuma), Andrew Kōji (Ryu), Noah Centineo (Ken), Callina Liang (Chun-Li), Orville Peck (Vega), Andrew Schulz (Dan Hibiki) and possibly Cody rhodes like Guile.
The film seeks to surpass previous attempts to adapt Street Fighter to the cinema, with a focus on attracting both long-time fans and new viewers, through high-level production and an outstanding cast.
This variety of novelties shows that Street Fighter 6 continues to consolidate itself as a benchmark in the genre, expanding its boundaries through cultural collaborations, downloadable content, and its foray into film, with the intention of staying at the top of digital and audiovisual entertainment.