Street Fighter 6 Players Frustrated by Lack of Character Costumes

Street Fighter 6's New 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. The issue isn't the content included – avatars, stickers, and other customization options – but rather the glaring omission of new character costumes. This has sparked considerable online criticism across platforms like YouTube and Twitter.

The game, launched in Summer 2023, introduced innovative features while retaining core fighting mechanics. However, its DLC and premium add-on strategy has drawn consistent criticism. The new battle pass continues this trend, with fans voicing stronger disapproval for what's missing than for what's included. One user, salty107, questioned the economic logic, stating, "No but seriously, who is buying the avatar stuff this much for them to just throw away money like this lmao...Making actual character skins would be more profitable no? Or are these that successful?" Many players express a preference for no battle pass at all over one lacking new costumes.

The frustration is amplified by the extended wait for new character costumes. The last release was the Outfit 3 pack in December 2023. This prolonged absence, especially when compared to the more frequent costume releases in Street Fighter 5, highlights a perceived difference in Capcom's approach between the two titles. While Street Fighter 5 had its own controversies, the contrast in DLC handling is stark.

The future of the battle pass remains uncertain. However, the core gameplay, particularly the innovative "Drive" mechanic which 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 generate negative feedback as we enter 2025.