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, with the battle pass trailer receiving overwhelmingly negative feedback across YouTube and other social media platforms.
Launched in Summer 2023, Street Fighter 6 introduced innovative features while retaining the series' core combat mechanics. However, the game's DLC and premium add-on strategy has been a source of ongoing contention among fans. The latest battle pass continues this trend, with the absence of new costumes proving particularly frustrating. One user, salty107, voiced a common sentiment: "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 feel the battle pass is a disappointing offering, with some even stating a preference for no battle pass at all.
The absence of new costumes is particularly jarring given the last release was the Outfit 3 pack in December 2023. Over a year later, fans remain without new outfits, a stark contrast to the frequent costume releases in Street Fighter 5. While Street Fighter 5 had its own controversies, the difference in Capcom's approach to post-launch content between the two games is undeniable.
The future of the battle pass remains uncertain. However, the core gameplay, particularly the innovative "Drive" mechanic which allows for dynamic 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 reactions, extending into 2025.
