Updated
Updated · Gematsu · Jun 17
Capcom Launches Street Fighter 6's Yasmine on August 3 in Year 4 DLC
Updated
Updated · Gematsu · Jun 17

Capcom Launches Street Fighter 6's Yasmine on August 3 in Year 4 DLC

3 articles · Updated · Gematsu · Jun 17

Summary

  • August 3 is the release date for Yasmine, the first fighter in Street Fighter 6's Year 4 DLC roster, available through the Year 4 Character Pass or Ultimate Pass.
  • Capcom positioned Yasmine as a fast, Eskrima-based character from the Philippines whose move set centers on knife attacks, mobility and a powered-up Bayani Mode.
  • Year 4's lineup also includes Arjun, Tifa from the Final Fantasy VII Remake series and Bosch, making Yasmine the opening release in the new content cycle.
  • Yasmine's debut will arrive alongside battle-balance changes for the full roster, with Capcom telling players to review the update list before maintenance begins.

Insights

Is Yasmine the authentic Eskrima representation that fighting game fans have been waiting for?
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How will a new Filipino knife fighter completely upend the Street Fighter 6 competitive meta?