Summary
- Fans are criticizing Street Fighter 6's new battle pass for its lack of character costumes.
- Players wonder why the game features so many avatar and sticker options when costumes would likely be more profitable.
Street Fighter 6 fans are expressing their dissatisfaction with the game's newly announced battle pass, which includes typical items such as player avatars, stickers, and various customization options. However, the absence of new character costumes has sparked significant backlash and controversy. The trailer for the new battle pass has received a lot of negative feedback across YouTube and other social media platforms, with fans feeling let down by the omission of new outfits for their favorite characters.
Launched in the summer of 2023, Street Fighter 6 introduced numerous innovations while preserving the beloved combat mechanics of its predecessors. Despite its initial success, the game has faced criticism regarding its handling of DLC and premium add-ons. The latest battle pass, named Boot Camp Bonanza, was recently announced across Twitter, YouTube, and other social media channels, but it has not been well-received due to the absence of new character costumes. Fans like user salty107 have questioned the focus on avatar items, suggesting that character skins would be more profitable and desirable. The general sentiment among the community is one of disappointment, with many feeling that the new pass fails to meet their expectations for new customization options for the game's roster.
Street Fighter 6 Fans Rip Apart New Battle Pass
The frustration over the new battle pass is exacerbated by the fact that it has been over a year since the last new character costumes were released in December 2023 with the Outfit 3 pack. Fans are eagerly awaiting new outfits, and the lack of updates in this area is particularly disappointing when compared to Street Fighter 5, which regularly introduced new costumes. While Street Fighter 5 had its own set of issues, the difference in Capcom's approach to costume releases between the two games is stark.
It remains to be seen how Capcom will respond to the backlash surrounding Street Fighter 6's new battle pass. Despite the controversy, the core gameplay continues to attract players, largely due to the introduction of the Drive mechanic, which allows for dynamic shifts in combat when used effectively. Alongside new mechanics and characters, Street Fighter 6 aimed to refresh the franchise, but its live-service model has been a point of contention among fans, a trend that continues into 2025.
