Capcom’s Street Fighter 6 Adds Mai Shiranui in Upcoming DLC
Capcom has announced that Mai Shiranui, the iconic character from SNK’s fighting series, will be joining the roster of Street Fighter 6 as part of an upcoming DLC release early next year. This news comes as a pleasant surprise to fans who have been eagerly awaiting Mai’s inclusion in a major fighting game.
A Nod to Masahiro Sakurai’s Famous Comment
The inclusion of Mai in Street Fighter 6 comes as a nod to a famous comment made by Masahiro Sakurai, the game director of Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. During the development of Smash Ultimate’s DLC, Sakurai mentioned that he couldn’t add Mai to the roster because the game was for the “good boys and girls”. This statement sparked a lot of discussion among fans, with many speculating about the reasons behind Sakurai’s decision.
Excitement Builds in the Fighting Game Community
The new DLC trailer for Street Fighter 6 features Mai saying, “don’t keep a good girl waiting”, a line that has ignited excitement within the fighting game community. Fans have been quick to point out that this could be a reference to Sakurai’s earlier comment about Mai not being included in Smash Ultimate.
Mai’s Journey from SNK to Capcom
While Mai may have missed out on joining the roster of Smash Ultimate, she will now have the opportunity to shine in Street Fighter 6. Her arrival in the game is set for early next year, giving fans something to look forward to as they wait for her debut.
As fans eagerly anticipate Mai’s arrival in Street Fighter 6, the fighting game community is abuzz with excitement. With her iconic moves and fierce fighting style, Mai is sure to make a splash in Capcom’s latest installment of the beloved franchise. What do you think of Mai’s inclusion in Street Fighter 6? Share your thoughts in the comments below.
