A recent update to Street Fighter 6 included balance adjustments that nerfed Ken's throw loop sequence, but a finalist at Capcom Cup X has discovered a potential buff in disguise. By utilizing the extra distance created by the nerf, players can pressure opponents with a new combo involving an Overdrive fireball, leaving Ken at an advantageous position. This tech allows for significant damage potential, showcasing how the nerf could actually benefit Ken in competitive play.
The Last Chance Qualifier at Capcom Cup X saw JP as the most popular pick among upper bracket competitors, with 15 mains, followed by Luke and Ken. Despite strong representation, Chun-Li and Juri didn't see much success. The top 64 represented the best 20% of combatants, with E. Honda being the only character not used. In the top 16, JP remained the most picked main, with Rashid and Dee Jay also making multiple appearances. The finalists featured a variety of characters, with only one repeat in the top 8.
Speculation arises about the potential release of Street Fighter 6's Season 2 following a listing for a tournament featuring the game, hinting at a release after Capcom Cup X and possibly before Red Bull Kumite 2024. The timing aligns with the release of the new character Ed, but raises questions about the release of Akuma and potential changes to Capcom's update schedule for the game.
With Capcom Cup X approaching, there's speculation about the possibility of an Akuma Street Fighter 6 trailer being revealed, as Akuma is set to be the final DLC character for the game's Year 1 Character Pass. While Ed's gameplay trailer was not shown, leading to speculation that it might be saved for the event, there's anticipation for a potential Akuma reveal at Capcom Cup X, especially considering Capcom's history of unveiling multiple characters at big events. The slower DLC release schedule for Street Fighter 6 compared to its predecessor has raised curiosity about what surprises Capcom may have in store for the event.
