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Street Fighter 6 and Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves are expected to have announcements at Summer Game Fest 2024, with glimpses of Akuma and Rock Howard in the event's trailer. While new character reveals are not confirmed, Fatal Fury is likely to showcase a new fighter. The event will also feature other major titles like Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero, Dragon's Dogma 2, and more. The main stream is scheduled for June 7.
The first major Street Fighter 6 tournament featuring the new Season 2 balance update and Akuma, Combo Breaker 2024, saw Rashid as the most represented character in the top 32, while Akuma had minimal impact. The top 8 was diverse with 7 different main characters. In the top 128, Luke and Ken were the most popular, with Akuma appearing more but not making it far. The meta is still evolving with players largely sticking to familiar characters.
Street Fighter 6's new DLC character Akuma has a secret Shin Akuma version that can be unlocked with a special code during a taunt. This buffed version has additional supers and special moves. Combo master Desk has created the first full-fledged combo video showcasing Shin Akuma's capabilities, including impressive air juggles and powerful supers.
Tokido has started mastering Akuma in Street Fighter 6, showcasing impressive gameplay against various characters in a new YouTube video. Despite the recent patch changes, Tokido's Akuma already demonstrates strong reach and projectile game, making it tough for opponents to compete.
Capcom has revealed unused concept art for Akuma in Street Fighter 6, showcasing nine different designs that didn't make the final cut. These include a more primal look, a Super Saiyan 3-like design, a Gen-inspired version, a nature-themed Akuma, and others. Fans can unlock this concept art by completing Akuma's arcade mode three times.
Akuma has just been added to Street Fighter 6, and fans have already discovered two secret super moves that can be unlocked through a hidden taunt. Although these moves are not practical for competitive play due to the 30-second taunt, they add a fun Easter Egg to the game. Akuma's addition has significantly boosted player interest, with a notable increase in active players on Steam.
Akuma in Street Fighter 6 has hidden Super Arts and abilities that can be unlocked through a special taunt animation. By holding down and pressing all three punch and kick buttons during the taunt, Akuma eats a rice ball, gaining Super meter and unlocking two secret Super Arts: Kongou Kokuretsuzan and Misogi. Additionally, he gains a double air fireball ability. These changes last for at least the full round, transforming him into a powered-up form similar to his SiRN Akuma boss fight in the Giant Attack event.
Street Fighter 6's Akuma and Season 2 are likely to be released at the end of May 2024, coinciding with the Capcom Pro Tour. Potential damage nerfs in Season 2 may include adjustments to Drive Rush and Level 3s, following a history of damage tweaks in previous Street Fighter titles. Individual character adjustments are also expected, as the game evolves and players develop more damaging combos.
Evidence suggests that the release of Akuma in Street Fighter 6 may be imminent, as a pattern in the release of DLC fighters indicates a potential release window between April 22 and April 30. Clues from the Japanese Street Fighter Twitter account and an upcoming maintenance period hint at the arrival of the "Akuma Arrives Fighting Pass," following the pattern of previous DLC character releases. Fans may expect more information and a gameplay trailer for Akuma in the near future.
Akuma's impending debut in Street Fighter 6 has sparked a wave of humorous fan art, with the character's reputation as a formidable fighter and beloved figure fueling speculations and expectations. The art, created by Shuckle and Kaituburing, humorously portrays Akuma's potential impact on the game, from overshadowing other characters to disrupting narratives and affecting tier placements.
Akuma, the popular Street Fighter character, is set to join Street Fighter 6 as part of the year one DLC, with a release expected in Spring 2024. The new trailer showcases Akuma's training in a new stage and reveals his older but still powerful design. Fans can anticipate his arrival near the end of April, with the game's year two plans also promising new DLC characters to come.
Capcom has revealed Akuma for Street Fighter 6 in a new trailer, confirming a spring release window. The trailer showcases an older, more powerful Akuma in a new stage, with a glimpse of a potential showdown with Ryu. Akuma's inclusion completes the game's first year of DLC characters, with Capcom yet to announce a second year. Street Fighter 6 has sold three million copies since its launch in June 2023, and positive word of mouth is expected to drive further success.
CAPCOM released a teaser for the upcoming Street Fighter 6 DLC character Akuma, set to be added this spring as the final character in the Year 1 Character Pass, with new missions and a special arena in the World Tour mode. The game's real-time commentary feature includes commentary from famous fighting game community commentators.
Capcom has released a trailer revealing Akuma as the next playable character in Street Fighter 6, set to join the game this spring. Akuma, the 22nd playable character, has been given a new look for the game, and will be available in Fighting Ground mode and as a master in World Tour mode. The update accompanying Akuma's arrival will introduce new sound-related features and Battle Hub events, marking the end of Street Fighter 6's first year of content, with work on Year 2 already underway.
Capcom released a teaser trailer for Akuma in Street Fighter 6, showcasing his powerful moves and new World Tour area called Gokuento. The trailer hints at potential new mechanics and a bulkier design for Akuma, leaving fans eager for his release in the game's Year 1 content.