Summary
- Mai Shiranui will join the roster of Street Fighter 6 on February 5, bringing her classic moves with unique tweaks to enhance gameplay.
- Players can enjoy her traditional outfit alongside new costumes inspired by Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves.
- Mai's narrative in Street Fighter 6 revolves around her quest to find Terry's brother, Andy, in Metro City, leading to encounters with other fighters.
A new gameplay trailer for Street Fighter 6 offers fans an in-depth look at Mai Shiranui, confirming her exciting addition to the game's roster in just a few weeks. The anticipation for more content in Street Fighter 6 has been palpable, especially since the second Year 2 DLC character, Terry, was released on September 24, 2024, marking a significant gap in content releases.
Capcom thrilled fans at Summer Game Fest by announcing a second year of content for Street Fighter 6. The announcement was met with widespread enthusiasm, particularly because it revealed a collaboration with SNK to bring iconic fighters Terry Bogard and Mai Shiranui to the game. Alongside them, M. Bison and Elena were also confirmed. With Bison and Terry now available, the spotlight now shifts to Mai, set for release in just a few weeks.
The latest trailer showcases Mai Shiranui in her classic Fatal Fury costume as well as her new look from the upcoming City of the Wolves. Capcom has assured fans that Mai will retain her familiar moveset, though with unique properties and motion inputs instead of charge attacks. She'll keep her iconic fans and other classic moves, and players can earn "Flame Stacks" to amplify her abilities further.
Street Fighter 6 Mai Shiranui Launch Date
- February 5
Capcom also teased Mai's storyline within Street Fighter 6. Unlike Terry, who sought to test his skills against formidable opponents, Mai's mission in Metro City is more personal: to track down Terry's brother, Andy, whom she believes recently visited the city. Her journey will lead to confrontations with other characters, including Juri, challenging her skills and prowess.
The extended period between DLC releases has left many fans feeling frustrated, not just due to the silence from Capcom but also because of the game's battle pass system. The recent Boot Camp Bonanza battle pass introduced numerous customization items, yet it notably lacked character skins, focusing instead on avatar items. This has led to continued frustration among fans, who fondly remember the regular addition of character skins in Street Fighter 5.
