Exciting news for fighting game enthusiasts! Capcom has recently made an exciting announcement regarding Street Fighter 6, their highly anticipated upcoming multiplatform fighter. To the delight of fans, Capcom has revealed plans for an open beta, allowing players to get a taste of the game before its official launch.
The open beta is scheduled to take place approximately two weeks prior to the game’s release, creating an opportunity for players to experience the thrilling action of Street Fighter 6 in advance. Specifically, the beta will kick off on Xbox Series X and S on Friday, May 19th, generating a wave of anticipation among Xbox players. To ensure a smooth and convenient experience, pre-loads for the beta will be available starting Tuesday, May 16th, allowing players to prepare and dive straight into the action once the beta commences.
Capcom has generously allocated an entire weekend for players to immerse themselves in the open beta. Starting from the launch date, the beta will run through the weekend, culminating on Monday, May 22nd. This extended timeframe allows players to thoroughly explore the game, test out its mechanics, and engage in exhilarating matches against fellow fighters from around the world.
By providing this early slice of Street Fighter 6, Capcom aims to gather valuable feedback from the community, enabling them to fine-tune and enhance the game based on player experiences and suggestions. This collaborative approach between the developers and the player base ensures that Street Fighter 6 delivers a polished and engaging gaming experience upon its official release.
With the open beta just around the corner, fans eagerly await the opportunity to showcase their skills, try out new characters, and unravel the intricate strategies that define the Street Fighter franchise. It’s an exciting time for fans of the series and fighting game enthusiasts alike, as they eagerly count down the days until they can jump into the world of Street Fighter 6 and experience the next chapter in this legendary fighting game saga.
There’s quite a lot of content available in this beta as well, including the following:
Street Fighter 6 Beta Game Modes
- Ranked match
- Casual match
- Battle Hub match
- Open tournament
- Extreme Battle
- Game Center
- Training Mode
Street Fighter 6 Beta Characters
- Luke
- Jamie
- Chun-Li
- Juri
- Kimberly
- Guile
- Ryu
- Ken
Street Fighter 6 Beta Stages
- Metro City Downtown
- Genbu Temple
- Carrier Byron Taylor
- Tian Hong Yuan
- The Macho Ring
- Training Room
The team says that you’ll need to link your Capcom ID account to partake in the beta, with the developer urging fans to do this ahead of the start date to avoid any potential issues. You can find all of the details on how to link accounts via the Street Fighter 6 website.
