Street Fighter 6's Latest Battle Pass Faces Backlash Over Lack of Character Costumes

Street Fighter 6 players are expressing significant disappointment with the recently unveiled "Boot Camp Bonanza" battle pass. While the pass offers various customization options like avatars and stickers, the absence of new character costumes has ignited a firestorm of criticism across social media platforms like YouTube and Twitter. The overwhelmingly negative reaction highlights a growing concern among fans regarding Capcom's approach to post-launch content.

The controversy stems from the perceived lack of value in the battle pass's offerings. Many players question the prioritization of avatar and sticker items over character costumes, suggesting that new outfits would likely generate greater revenue. Comments such as, "Who is buying the avatar stuff this much for them to just throw away money like this?" reflect the widespread sentiment that the battle pass is underwhelming and fails to meet expectations. Some fans even expressed a preference for no battle pass at all rather than the current iteration.

This discontent is amplified by the extended period since the last character costume release. The Outfit 3 pack, launched in December 2023, remains the most recent addition to the character wardrobe. This prolonged absence contrasts sharply with the more frequent costume releases seen in Street Fighter 5, fueling comparisons and further intensifying the criticism.

While the core gameplay of Street Fighter 6, particularly its innovative Drive mechanic, continues to attract players, the handling of DLC and the live-service model remains a point of contention. The negative reception to this battle pass underscores a growing trend of fan dissatisfaction with Capcom's approach to post-launch content for Street Fighter 6, casting a shadow over what was otherwise a successful launch in 2023. The future of the battle pass and Capcom's response to player feedback remain uncertain.