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. Comments such as "who is buying the avatar stuff this much?" highlight the widespread feeling that the pass prioritizes less desirable items over highly anticipated character outfits. Many players argue that releasing new costumes would be a more financially lucrative strategy. The overwhelmingly negative response suggests the battle pass is perceived as a missed opportunity and even a slight to the player base, with some fans stating they'd prefer no battle pass at all.

The frustration stems partly from the extended wait for new character costumes. The last significant costume release was the Outfit 3 pack in December 2023. This prolonged absence, contrasted with the more frequent costume releases in Street Fighter 5, fuels the discontent. While Street Fighter 5 had its own controversies, the difference in Capcom's approach to post-launch content between the two games is a key point of contention.

Despite the negative reception to the battle pass, Street Fighter 6's core gameplay, particularly its innovative "Drive" mechanic, continues to attract players. The introduction of new mechanics and characters initially presented Street Fighter 6 as a successful revitalization of the franchise. However, the ongoing issues with the game's live-service model, exemplified by this controversial battle pass, are causing increasing friction with a significant portion of the fanbase as we move into 2025.