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Forbes
2 days ago
- Business
- Forbes
Street Fighter 6 Switch 2 Hands-On: Calorie Contest Is Knockout Fun
Street Fighter 6 Capcom Street Fighter 6 is the kind of game that sounds like a dream to have fully supported, playable, and without compromises on a device like Switch 2 that features TV, handheld, and tabletop modes for flexible online and local multiplayer. Plus cross-play! And now, after going hands-on with Street Fighter 6 on Switch 2, including its new platform exclusive modes alongside the base game itself, I can say with confidence this is really shaping up to be one of the standout launch titles for the entire platform. A few days ago, Capcom invited me to their offices in San Francisco where they had several Switch 2 consoles setup in a conference room. I was able to try out the new Gyro Battle and Calorie Contest modes against another journalist with the Switch 2 docked, and then I got to test out playing 1v1 against the CPU in handheld mode. First, I want to focus on the new game modes, then my impressions of the game and console overall. It wouldn't be a third-party launch title for a new Nintendo console if it didn't have some wacky new ideas to take advantage of the hardware on display. While the entire game isn't built around these innovations, they're still there and much to my surprise actually work surprisingly well. The two new modes coming to the Switch 2 version of Street Fighter 6 both use the same gyro control scheme pictured below. Essentially, you tilt the Joy-Con from side-to-side to move your character, you shake and shift the controller up and down to perform attacks, you twist the controller for Super Art attacks, you press the face buttons for Drive Impacts, and you press the shoulder buttons for Drive Parries. That's it. Everything your character can do is condensed down into that control scheme. Obviously, this means these game modes are far less technical and have almost nothing to do with your ability to actually play the base game well and are more about your ability to adapt to the new control scheme and use your opponent's impatience against them. Gyro Controls in Street Fighter 6 Capcom This control scheme just feels very Nintendo and it's absolutely silly in the best ways possible. I found myself nearly jumping out of my seat from how hard I was shaking the controller, blissfully unaware of whether or not that was actually making a difference at first. Well, turns out, specifically in the Calorie Contest mode, that's kind of the whole point. Instead of chipping away at your opponent's life bar with each successful hit, you instead build up your own meter that calculates your character's calories expended. Or maybe it's your own calories expended? Honestly, that part was unclear, but the confusion and uncertainty around what was even happening was a big part of the charm and laughter. I flapped my arms up and down, excitedly hopped out of my seat, and flailed around like a little kid trying his best to finally beat dad. It's chaotic, it's ludicrous, and it's a blast. That's really all you can ask for in something like this. The other mode, Gyro Battle, is basically the same thing but instead of burning calories you use the same control scheme to chip away at life bars instead just like in a normal match. I preferred the Calorie Contest mode because the whimsical objective matched the silly control scheme better. In Gyro Battle it's easier to get frustrated instead because you're often unable to actually perform the specific moves you're trying to do so it can sometimes come off as imprecise or broken instead of just wacky shenanigans. Calorie Contest in Street Fighter 6 Capcom Now, I'm far from an expert on fighting games or Street Fighter in general, but I had a lot of success with these new game modes at the press hands-on demo event simply by reading my opponent and being aggressive when given an opening. Since all fighting games live and die by their communities, it's great that Street Fighter 6 will have full cross-platform multiplayer available from the jump on Switch 2. There's no cross-progression, however, so you won't get to carry your progress between platforms. I don't think many people would've expected that kind of feature, though. The focus of the visit was on the software, not the console itself, but since it was my first-time getting to see and try the Switch 2 for myself in person, I've of course got some thoughts. FEATURED | Frase ByForbes™ Unscramble The Anagram To Reveal The Phrase Pinpoint By Linkedin Guess The Category Queens By Linkedin Crown Each Region Crossclimb By Linkedin Unlock A Trivia Ladder I want to be very clear that I came away highly impressed overall with the Switch 2 and am very eager to get mine on launch day. I was lucky enough to secure an in-person pre-order am my local GameStop, so I'll be picking it up that night. There's really nothing negative to share based on my brief time with the hardware. The things that stood out most to me are its increased weight compared to the original Switch, the large and vibrant LCD screen, and the overall more premium feel. Street Fighter 6 on Switch 2 Capcom Although, I will admit, I still wish it was an OLED screen instead. It's probably the best LCD on a handheld I've ever seen, but it's no OLED. The overhead lights in the conference room were glaring very noticeably and it was an extremely brightly lit office. This won't be much of an issue in a home setting or in darker interiors, but I'm curious how functional the Switch 2 will be outdoors during the daytime. That's a use case I could actually see being pretty popular for a game like Street Fighter 6 with people gathered around the console in tabletop mode. Since the new Joy-Cons are magnetic, it feels much more secure than the rail-sliding connection of the original model. I don't feel like it's flimsy or delicate at all, but instead it has a heftier build quality that's most comparable to something like a Steam Deck in your hands. I've always been a big fan of the Switch Pro controller, and thankfully the new Pro controller is even better in every way. Buttons feel great, the shape seems to be about the same, the weight is around the same, and everything from the triggers, to the buttons, to the analog sticks are precise and responsive. It's comfortable and genuinely seems to be an improvement upon what was already one of the best controllers on the market. I'm definitely eager to get mine alongside the console I've got preordered for launch night. Street Fighter 6 Capcom Overall, in my eyes Street Fighter 6 quickly went from a neat addition to see on the launch lineup to one of the most impressive showcases for everything the Switch 2 has to offer. The smoot framerate, excellent resolution, variety of play styles, amount of content, and new game modes definitely place this in the top tier of third-party games available. Street Fighter 6 will be available on launch day alongside the Nintendo Switch 2 on June 5, 2025. In addition to the standard edition of the game, you'll also be able to get the Street Fighter 6: Years 1-2 Fighters Edition as well, which includes all of the new stages, new characters, and more that've been released since the game's original launch. You can find more details on the official Street Fighter 6 for Switch 2 version here.
SoraNews24
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- SoraNews24
Japanese esports player removed from US tournament after joking with customs agent
Looks like international travel is no joking matter. Over the years, the Chicago area's Combo Breaker fighting game tournament has grown into one of the largest of its kind and attracts competitors from all over the world. In fact, this year's event on 23 to 25 May was to include Japanese Street Fighter 6 ace Kobayan, as a member of the team. On 21 May, an excited Kobayan tweeted that he was all set to fly out to Chicago and take part in the competition. ▼ 'I'm on my way to Chicago to compete in Combo Breaker! I've finished checking in and all that, and I'm boarding the plane right now. This is my first time traveling overseas alone and I have a stopover, so I'm a little nervous but I'm going to have fun!' コンボブレイカー出場のためシカゴ行ってきます！チェックインやら色々済ましてぼちぼち搭乗しますー1人海外初めてで乗り換えもあるので緊張しますが 楽しく行ってきます！ — A.M.G SS熊本/こばやん (@kobayan_new) May 21, 2025 After that, Kobayan posted again. The tweet was deleted for reasons we'll explain shortly but he basically told an anecdote about going through US customs and immigration. The customs officer asked what his purpose in Chicago was. He was still nervous and unprepared for the question so he told her he was going to see a Cubs game. The officer replied by asking if he was a player, which made him happy to be mistaken for one, even if it was meant as a joke. It was a cute little story that probably made him feel welcome in the USA for his first time alone. However, soon after that tweet was posted, made the following announcement. ▼ 'Given the possibility that the official purpose of Kobayan's visit to the US was not communicated to the authorities, and considering the risk this poses to his future activities as a player, we have decided to remove him from participation in Combo Breaker. We have also informed SS Kumamoto, whom we have him on loan from, and they have consented to the decision. We are also working on arrangements for him to return to Japan as soon as possible. We apologize to everyone who was looking forward to seeing him compete.' 報告所属選手こばやんの米国入管に際し、正式な目的が伝えられていない可能性を鑑み、今後の選手活動におけるリスクを考えCombo Breaker への出場を見送る判断をいたしました。 レンタル先のSS熊本様にもその旨申し出をし、承諾いただいております。… — A.M.G_Answer [公式] (@Q__ANSWER) May 22, 2025 Up to about a year ago, such a tweet would have come across as overly cautious to the point of paranoia, but in 2025 it's a reasonable move in the best interests of Kobayan. In not properly declaring his purpose of participating in Combo Breaker, he could have been seen as in violation of his visa for doing so and be thrown in jail. This year has seen several arrests, incarcerations, and deportations of people visiting the US from all corners of the globe, including even Canada, for seemingly innocuous or debatable violations of their visa terms, so there was no reason to suggest the same couldn't have happened to Kobayan. It's not clear what exactly about that exchange triggered the removal of Kobayan, but there were a few ways it could have gone wrong for him. Saying he was going to a ballgame rather than participating in a competition for money would certainly throw the status of his visa into question. There's also the chance that the officer wasn't joking when they asked if Kobayan was a player. He never mentioned how he responded to the question but he might have also jokingly quipped, 'Yeah,' which would cause a whole heap of trouble too. And even though I doubt anyone would really blame Kobayan for what happened, he issued an apology on Twitter. ▼ 'I am sorry for the inconvenience my immature behavior caused. I apologize to everyone who has supported me.' 自分の未熟な行動で大変ご迷惑をおかけしました。応援していただいている皆様 大変申し訳ございません。 — A.M.G SS熊本/こばやん (@kobayan_new) May 22, 2025 Some readers of the news were surprised immigration could be so strict, while others who have had run-ins of their own, were not so shocked by it. 'If he actually went to a Cubs game, would it have been OK?' 'I was detained in Australia for saying something stupid at immigration.' 'No one's going to believe an esports player is going to a baseball game.' 'It's a shame. I think he would have gone all the way in the tournament.' 'I don't know if you've seen Kobayan but he's huge and definitely looks like he could play baseball.' 'Maybe the officer wasn't joking when they asked if he was a player.' 'Immigration is a form of national defense, so they don't joke around.' 'When I took part in EVO in 2019 they asked me why I was entering and I said 'Under Night In-Birth.' They didn't understand me at all, so I just said 'It's Street Fighter…' That was probably dangerous.' Hopefully, this will all blow over and Kobayan will get another shot at Combo Breaker next year. And we can only hope the world will become a better enough place that we don't have to worry about stuff like this by then too. After all, Street Fighter is all about bringing the world together and delivering jumping uppercuts to each other regardless of borders. Source: X/@kobayan_new, X/@Q_ANSWER, Hachima Kiko, PBS Featured image: Pakutaso ● Want to hear about SoraNews24's latest articles as soon as they're published? Follow us on Facebook and Twitter!
UPI
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- UPI
'Monster Hunter Wilds' announces crossover with 'Street Fighter 6'
May 22 (UPI) -- Publisher Capcom has announced an upcoming crossover event between its two games, Monster Hunter Wilds and Street Fighter 6. Street Fighter villain Akuma takes on towering monsters using only his fists in the clip released on Thursday. Akuma performs his signature moves including his Raging Demon finisher on Monster Hunter Wilds foes such as Rathian, Ajarakan and Congalala. Monster Hunter Wilds players will be able to acquire a free Akuma layered armor costume for their characters that comes complete with Akuma's moveset on May 28. Players can also obtain a layered armor costume for their Palico based on Street Fighter character Blanka. Players must complete a side mission titled "Ultimate Strength" to get the free costumes. Other items coming to the game include paid cosmetics for Alma that allows her to dress up as Street Fighter characters Chun-Li and Cammy. Capcom has stated that the Street Fighter collaboration will be a permanent part of Monster Hunter Wilds. Monster Hunter Wilds is available on PlayStation 5, PC and Xbox Series X and S. Street Fighter 6 recently had a collaboration with online multiplayer game Overwatch 2. Capcom last released Street Fighter 6 in 2023. New character Elena will be coming to the fighting game on June 5.
The Verge
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Verge
is getting paid DLC with in-game items themed after
Fight! Monster Hunter Wilds Street Fighter 6, including a ridiculous Blanka outfit for your Palico. The DLC will be available on May 28th.
Metro
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Metro
Nintendo Switch 2 UK pre-orders are back in stock - here's where to buy it
Metro journalists select and curate the products that feature on our site. If you make a purchase via links on this page we will earn commission – learn more Several retailers have new Nintendo Switch 2 bundles available to pre-order, but you'll have to act fast. The Switch 2 has been available to pre-order in the UK for over a month now, but despite largely selling out everywhere, some retailers are still getting occasional bursts of stock. Nintendo is selling the Switch 2 in two variants, with the base console priced at £395.99 and a Mario Kart World bundle at £429.99. However, some retailers have started to sell their own bundles featuring other games and accessories. Along with The Game Collection, Currys is now selling various bundles starting from £569. One of these includes the Mario Kart World bundle, alongside another pair of Joy-Con 2 controllers, the wheel attachment, and a Switch 2 camera. Another, which also costs £569, comes with the Switch 2 base console, Street Fighter 6, the Switch 2 Pro Controller, and Switch 2 camera. The more expensive bundles come with additional games on top of the Mario Kart World bundle, with one adding the Switch 2 versions of both Zelda: Breath Of The Wild and Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom for £579. At the time of writing, the base console is still available at Very and the My Nintendo Store. For the latter, you'll need an active Nintendo Switch Online membership to pre-order (the free trial period doesn't count, unfortunately). At Nintendo: Nintendo Switch 2 console – £395.99 Nintendo Switch 2 + Mario Kart World – £429.99 At Very: Nintendo Switch 2 console – £395.99 At Currys: Switch 2 Mario Kart World bundle + Joy-Con 2 controllers + wheel attachment + Camera – £569 Switch 2 base console + Street Fighter 6 + Pro Controller + Camera – £569 Switch 2 Mario Kart World bundle + Camera + Street Fighter 6 + microSD Express memory card – £579 Switch 2 Mario Kart World bundle + Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom + Zelda: Breath Of The Wild + Carrying Case – £579 Switch 2 pre-orders at The Game Collection: Nintendo Switch 2 + Split Fiction + Switch 2 Camera – £484.95 Nintendo Switch 2 + Hogwarts Legacy + Switch 2 Camera – £484.95 Nintendo Switch 2 + Mario Kart World + Split Fiction + Switch 2 Camera – £519.95 Nintendo Switch 2 + Mario Kart World + Hogwarts Legacy + Switch 2 Camera – £519.95 Nintendo Switch 2 + Cyberpunk 2077 + Micro SD Express Card + Switch 2 Camera – £559.95 More Trending Nintendo Switch 2 + Cyberpunk 2077 + Hitman + Micro SD Express Card + Switch 2 Camera – £609.95 Nintendo Switch 2 + Mario Kart World + Cyberpunk 2077 + Hitman + Micro SD Express Card + Switch 2 Camera – £644.95 It's very likely these deals will go fast, but it's worth checking back at the above links anyway as restocks do seem to happen on a weekly basis. The Switch 2 is set to launch worldwide on June 5, 2025, so you have less than two weeks if you want to secure one for release day. Email gamecentral@ leave a comment below, follow us on Twitter, and sign-up to our newsletter. To submit Inbox letters and Reader's Features more easily, without the need to send an email, just use our Submit Stuff page here. For more stories like this, check our Gaming page. MORE: Former Bungie developers blame corporate 'greed' as cancelled subscription plans revealed MORE: No PlayStation showcase this summer suggest insiders as Sony waits till autumn MORE: Universal's Epic Universe theme park is finally open – the queue was my favourite part
