Street Fighter 6 Players Frustrated by Lack of Character Costumes

Street Fighter 6's Latest Battle Pass Faces Backlash Over Lack of Character Costumes

Street Fighter 6's newly revealed "Boot Camp Bonanza" battle pass is generating significant negative feedback from fans, not for its contents, but for what it lacks: new character costumes. The pass features the usual array of avatars, stickers, and other customization options, but the absence of new outfits has ignited a firestorm of criticism across YouTube and other social media platforms.

The game, launched in Summer 2023, successfully updated classic combat mechanics while introducing new elements. However, its DLC and premium add-on strategy has been a point of contention, and this latest battle pass is no exception. Players are voicing their frustration, with comments like, "Seriously, who's buying this much avatar stuff? Making actual character skins would be way more profitable, right?" and expressing a preference for no battle pass at all over the current offering.

The outrage stems partly from the significant gap since the last costume release. The Outfit 3 pack, launched in December 2023, was the last time players received new character costumes. This prolonged wait, especially when compared to the more frequent costume releases in Street Fighter 5, is fueling the discontent. While Street Fighter 5 had its own controversies, the difference in Capcom's approach to post-launch content between the two titles is stark.

The future of the battle pass remains uncertain. However, the core gameplay, particularly the innovative "Drive" mechanic that allows for strategic fight reversals, continues to attract players. While Street Fighter 6 successfully revitalized the franchise with new mechanics and characters, its live-service model continues to alienate a portion of its fanbase as we move into 2025.