February 5 Is Going to be a Good Day for Street Fighter 6 Fans

Street Fighter 6 Welcomes Mai Shiranui on February 5th

Get ready for some fiery action! Mai Shiranui joins the Street Fighter 6 roster on February 5th, bringing her signature moves and style to Metro City. This highly anticipated addition follows the September 24th, 2024 release of Terry Bogard, bridging a significant gap in Year 2 DLC content.

The latest gameplay trailer showcases Mai's classic Fatal Fury attire alongside a brand-new costume from Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves. While retaining her iconic moveset, Mai's Street Fighter 6 iteration features unique adjustments, incorporating motion inputs instead of traditional charge attacks. She also boasts the ability to accumulate "Flame Stacks" for enhanced move effects.

Mai's storyline in Street Fighter 6 sees her searching for Terry Bogard's brother, Andy, leading to encounters with various fighters, including Juri. This contrasts with Terry's storyline, which focused on seeking out strong opponents.

The extended wait between DLC releases has led to some fan frustration, particularly regarding the lack of new character skins in recent battle passes. While the Boot Camp Bonanza battle pass offered numerous customization options, the absence of character skins, a staple in Street Fighter 5, has been a point of contention. Mai Shiranui's arrival promises to reignite excitement and address some of these concerns.