Street Fighter 6 Welcomes Iconic Fighters This Year

Capcom Unveils Exciting New Characters for Street Fighter 6

Capcom has just dropped a bombshell for all Street Fighter fans! The roster for Street Fighter 6’s third year of character DLC is set, featuring iconic fighters that are sure to shake up the gameplay. Get ready to welcome Sagat, C. Viper, and Alex later this year, with Ingrid making her debut in spring 2026.

The reveal trailer debuted at Summer Game Fest, generating significant buzz among players. It’s a visual treat that showcases each character’s unique fighting style and abilities, setting the stage for some epic battles ahead.

Details on the New Combatants

• Sagat (Summer 2025): This heavyweight champion is a franchise staple, first appearing as the final boss in the original Street Fighter. His towering frame and mastery of Muay Thai are set to bring intense action to the game.
• C. Viper (Autumn 2025): Ready to complete her mission, C. Viper makes a triumphant return with her advanced Battle Suit. She’s equipped with an arsenal of gadgets, promising a mix of strategy and flair on the battlefield.
• Alex (Winter 2025): This fan-favorite grappler from Street Fighter V is back! With his high-flying grappling moves, Alex is poised to entertain fans and challenge opponents alike.
• Ingrid (Spring 2026): Don’t let her looks fool you—Ingrid is an enigmatic powerhouse. She’ll arrive with a fighting style that promises to match up against any opponent, adding a fresh dynamic to the roster.

The timing couldn’t be better, as the final DLC character from Year 2, Elena, just launched in tandem with the Nintendo Switch 2’s release. This new console version brings all Year 1-2 fighters, allowing players to dive into the action with all available combatants.

Alongside these exciting updates, Capcom revealed its latest project, Resident Evil Requiem, set to release on February 27, 2026, for the PS5 and Xbox Series X/S. The announcements don’t stop there; a trailer for Onimusha: Way of the Sword was also unveiled, promising to bring more action to consoles and PC next year.