Street Fighter 6 Fans Rejoice: February 5 Brings Exciting News

Summary

• Mai Shiranui will join the roster of Street Fighter 6 on February 5, bringing her iconic moves with some unique tweaks.
• Players can enjoy her classic outfit as well as new costumes inspired by Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves.
• Mai's narrative in Street Fighter 6 revolves around her quest to find Terry's brother Andy in Metro City, leading to encounters with various challengers.

A new gameplay trailer for Street Fighter 6 offers fans an in-depth look at Mai Shiranui, confirming her addition to the game in just a few weeks. Enthusiasts have been eagerly awaiting more content since the launch of the second Year 2 DLC character, Terry, on September 24, 2024, which left a significant gap in new releases.

Capcom made waves at Summer Game Fest by announcing a second year of content for Street Fighter 6. The announcement was met with enthusiasm, particularly because it included a collaboration with SNK, bringing beloved fighters Terry Bogard and Mai Shiranui to the game. Additionally, M. Bison and Elena were confirmed as part of this lineup. With Bison and Terry already available, anticipation builds for Mai's upcoming release.

The latest trailer showcases Mai Shiranui in her classic Fatal Fury attire, as well as a new look from City of the Wolves. Capcom has ensured that Street Fighter 6's version of Mai will feel familiar to longtime fans, while introducing unique properties to her moves, transitioning from charge to motion input. She retains her fans and other signature moves, and players can now earn "Flame Stacks" to enhance her abilities further.

Street Fighter 6 Mai Shiranui Launch Date

• February 5

Capcom also provided a glimpse into Mai's storyline within Street Fighter 6. Unlike Terry, who sought to test his strength against formidable opponents, Mai's motivation is more personal. She ventures to Metro City in search of Terry's brother Andy, believing he was recently there. This quest leads her to confront other characters, including Juri, testing her skills along the way.

The extended period between DLC releases has left many fans feeling frustrated with the relative silence from Capcom, not only regarding major updates but also the game's battle pass system. The recent Boot Camp Bonanza battle pass in Street Fighter 6 offered numerous customization items, but it was criticized for lacking character skins, focusing instead on avatar items. This has led to ongoing dissatisfaction among fans, who fondly remember the regular addition of character skins in Street Fighter 5.