Street Fighter 6 is a 2023 fighting video game developed and published by Capcom. It marks the latest mainline entry in the long-running Street Fighter franchise and represents a major evolution of the series’ mechanics, visuals, and online ecosystem. Built on Capcom’s RE Engine, it expands accessibility while maintaining the technical depth that defines competitive play.
Key facts
- Developer / Publisher: Capcom Co., Ltd.
- Initial release: June 2 2023
- Platforms: PlayStation 4 & 5, Xbox Series X/S, Windows PC
- Game modes: Fighting Ground, World Tour, Battle Hub
- Base roster: 18 fighters (expandable through DLC)
- Engine: RE Engine
Gameplay and systems
The game introduces the Drive System, a shared resource that powers offensive and defensive options such as Drive Impact, Drive Parry, and Overdrive Arts. Three control schemes—Classic, Modern, and Dynamic—allow both veterans and newcomers to tailor input complexity. The “Real-Time Commentary” feature simulates live tournament narration, explaining play in-match.
Game modes
- Fighting Ground: Core versus and training suite encompassing local and online competitive modes.
- World Tour: A single-player story campaign set primarily in Metro City, letting players create avatars, learn moves from franchise masters like Ryu and Chun-Li, and explore open environments.
- Battle Hub: A social online space supporting cross-platform play where users interact, challenge opponents, and access Capcom arcade titles.
Visuals and presentation
Using RE Engine, Street Fighter 6 employs realistic shading, expressive facial animation, and a vibrant graffiti-inspired art direction. Cinematic Super Arts and dynamic stage transitions heighten visual impact.
