Exciting News: Mai Shiranui Joins Street Fighter 6

Get ready, fighting game fans! The much-anticipated gameplay trailer for the iconic Mai Shiranui in Street Fighter 6 is set to premiere tomorrow at 3 p.m. Pacific / noon Eastern, as announced by Capcom on their official channel.

Mai Shiranui, celebrated for her dynamic fighting style and enchanting presence, will be the third character added to Street Fighter 6's Season 2 roster. Following her release will be Elena, expected to join the game in the spring of 2025, completing this exciting lineup. Earlier additions to Season 2 include the notorious M. Bison and the heroic Terry Bogard, both of whom have already captivated players around the world.

While her exact release date remains under wraps, Capcom hinted back in December that players could expect to get their hands on Mai in early 2025. Many speculate that the reveal of her release date will accompany tomorrow’s gameplay trailer. Given that new characters typically debut alongside a new Battle Pass, fans are leaning towards a February 2025 launch, especially as the current Battle Pass is set to conclude on January 27, 2025.

In a teaser trailer already released, Mai is seen in a stunning new area identified as Aokigahara, Japan—a homage to her stage from Fatal Fury Special. This locale is likely to become a playable stage when she is finally released.

During the teaser, Mai showcases the legendary Shiranui techniques to her new student, devoting a portion of her display to an impressive fire dance— a hallmark of her character. However, the scene takes a dramatic twist when several ninjas attack, only to be swiftly dispatched by her agile moves. The trailer concludes with an intriguing invitation to players, welcoming them to become part of the illustrious Shiranui clan.

Stay tuned for the gameplay trailer tomorrow, and get ready for some fiery action and breathtaking moves that only Mai Shiranui can deliver! Will she live up to the immense excitement? Don’t miss out on the chance to witness one of fighting game history’s most beloved characters return!