Street Fighter 6 Year 4 DLC Predictions Favor 3 Legacy Fighters as Guest Rumors Swirl

3 articles · Updated · player.one · Jun 4

Year 4 roster speculation is centering on Sakura, Vega and Dan Hibiki as the strongest return candidates for Street Fighter 6's next DLC wave, with Gouken also frequently cited.
Capcom's likely mix still leans toward legacy fighters because they combine fan demand with clear gameplay roles, helping balance nostalgia, competitive needs and roster variety.
Cody, Menat, Makoto, Dudley and Hugo remain among the most requested names, each filling distinct style gaps from grounded brawling to boxing, grappling and orb-based zoning.
At least 1 surprise slot is widely expected, either for a new fighter or a crossover guest, with Tifa Lockhart emerging as one of the most discussed but unconfirmed possibilities.

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