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. The overwhelmingly negative response highlights a growing concern among fans regarding Capcom's approach to post-launch content.
The initial launch of Street Fighter 6 in Summer 2023 was met with generally positive reviews, praising its updated combat mechanics while retaining the series' core appeal. However, the handling of DLC and premium add-ons has been a recurring source of contention. This latest battle pass controversy underscores these ongoing concerns.
Many players question the prioritization of avatar and sticker items over character costumes, suggesting the latter would likely be more financially lucrative. Comments such as, "Who is buying the avatar stuff this much for them to just throw away money like this lmao," and inquiries about the profitability of these items, reflect the widespread sentiment. Some fans have even stated a preference for no battle pass at all over the current offering.
The frustration is further amplified by the extended period since the last character costume release. The Outfit 3 pack, released in December 2023, remains the most recent addition, leaving players yearning for new outfits for over a year. This stark contrast with the more frequent costume releases in Street Fighter 5 fuels the criticism of Capcom's current strategy for Street Fighter 6.
While the core gameplay, including the innovative Drive mechanic, continues to attract players, the ongoing issues with the live-service model and the underwhelming battle pass suggest a disconnect between developer and community expectations. This negative trend, extending into 2025, casts a shadow over an otherwise well-received fighting game.
