Street Fighter 6's Latest Battle Pass Faces Backlash Over Lack of Character Costumes
Street Fighter 6 players are expressing significant dissatisfaction with the recently unveiled "Boot Camp Bonanza" battle pass. While the pass offers various customization options like avatars and stickers, the absence of new character costumes has ignited a firestorm of criticism across social media platforms like YouTube and Twitter. Many fans question the prioritization of these less desirable items over highly sought-after character costumes, suggesting the latter would likely generate greater revenue.
The negative reaction underscores ongoing concerns regarding Street Fighter 6's DLC and premium content strategy. The game, launched in Summer 2023, initially impressed with its refined combat mechanics and fresh additions to the franchise. However, the handling of post-launch content, particularly the infrequent release of new character costumes, has consistently drawn criticism. The last significant costume drop was the Outfit 3 pack in December 2023, leaving players frustrated by the prolonged wait.
This latest battle pass controversy highlights a stark contrast with its predecessor, Street Fighter 5, which provided a more consistent stream of new costumes. While Street Fighter 5 had its share of issues, the difference in Capcom's approach to post-launch content between the two titles is undeniable. Comments like, "No but seriously, who is buying the avatar stuff this much for them to just throw away money like this lmao," and "Making actual character skins would be more profitable no? Or are these that successful?" reflect the widespread sentiment that the battle pass is a missed opportunity. Some fans even state they would prefer no battle pass at all to the current offering.
The impact of this negative reception remains to be seen. While the core gameplay of Street Fighter 6, particularly its innovative "Drive" mechanic, continues to attract players, the ongoing dissatisfaction with the live-service model and its content strategy casts a shadow over the game's future. The lack of new character costumes, especially considering the time elapsed since the last release, is a major point of contention heading into 2025.
