Mai Shiranui has caused a huge surge of interest in Street Fighter 6

Street Fighter 6 welcomes a new fighter, reigniting player interest! The latest addition to the roster is Mai Shiranui, a beloved character from the Fatal Fury series.

Capcom's Street Fighter 6, a resounding success, boasts impressive sales figures, reaching 4.4 million copies sold by December 31, 2024. While some fans have voiced concerns about content updates, the introduction of Mai Shiranui has proven to be a significant boost.

Mai Shiranui, the third character in the game's second season pass, has dramatically increased Street Fighter 6's popularity. On her release day, Steam's peak concurrent player count soared past 63,000, a remarkable increase from the previous peak of 24-27,000 – the highest since May 2024.

Access to Mai is granted through the Battle Pass. World Tour mode allows players to build relationships with Mai, learn her unique moves, and subsequently test them in Battle Hub. A second costume, inspired by her appearance in Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves, has also been added.

Adding to the excitement, Battle Hub features a temporary guest appearance by Professor Woshige, a renowned fighting game developer and legend. Players can experience his unique gameplay until March 10th. The update also includes new Master League ranks and corresponding rewards.

Capcom released a dedicated trailer showcasing Mai Shiranui's impressive fighting techniques.