Nintendo - Street Fighter 6: The Ultimate Fighting Experience Lands on Nintendo Switch 2 with Exclusive Features

By Mulder, 05 june 2025

The arrival of Street Fighter 6 on the Nintendo Switch 2 marks more than just the expansion of Capcom’s acclaimed fighting franchise—it represents a significant leap in how portable fighting games are experienced. With the official release of Street Fighter 6 Years 1-2 Fighters Edition, Capcom has tailored its heavyweight brawler to suit the hybrid console’s unique strengths while still delivering the full adrenaline-charged package that fans on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC have come to embrace. There’s a certain poetic irony here: a game rooted in competitive intensity now finds a new rhythm on a platform synonymous with versatility and spontaneity. Whether you're duking it out in Table Top Mode at a café or locked in a Gyro Battle on the train, Street Fighter's presence on the Switch 2 blurs the lines between couch gaming and on-the-go martial artistry.

What makes the Switch 2 version truly stand out is its intuitive use of Joy-Con 2 functionality. Capcom didn’t simply port the game—they reimagined the experience. With features like Local Wireless Avatar Matches and the Calorie Contest Mode (yes, you read that right), players can now brawl with their own created fighters while burning real-life calories. This is classic Street Fighter fused with Nintendo’s joyful madness. Picture two players shadow-boxing in their living rooms, striking Hadoukens into the air, or trying to maintain a calorie gauge as they mash out Super Arts—it's both absurd and brilliant. And let’s not forget the Gyro Battles, where the Joy-Cons track your movement for a more immersive fighting experience. While it doesn’t quite replace arcade sticks for purists, it injects a fresh layer of physicality that fits Nintendo’s DNA perfectly.

Beyond the gimmicks lies the core of Street Fighter 6: a game rich with technical depth, visual flare, and smart design choices. Capcom’s RE Engine ensures the game runs impressively on the Switch 2’s upgraded hardware, maintaining fluidity in 2.5D fights without sacrificing style. The core modes—Fighting Ground, Battle Hub, and World Tour—are all intact, making this version a full-fledged experience rather than a watered-down adaptation. And with cross-platform play and rollback netcode still active, Switch players can immediately dive into the global fighting community. It’s not just a novelty port—it’s an equal contender.

This edition also debuts the fan-favorite Capoeira master Elena, whose elegant, flowing movements and long-legged attacks provide a beautiful contrast to the more brutish combatants. Introduced in Street Fighter III and refined through Ultra Street Fighter IV, Elena’s presence on the Switch 2 feels like a homecoming of sorts. Her new stage, Reniala Remains, not only adds visual richness but also enhances her ethereal aesthetic. Paired with her revamped Costume 1 and her nostalgic Costume 2, Elena embodies both legacy and evolution—a fitting symbol for Street Fighter 6’s ongoing journey. Fans can obtain her either through Fighter Coins or by building affinity in World Tour mode, reinforcing the game’s RPG elements and personal connection with its roster.

Speaking of connection, the amiibo™ integration goes beyond mere collectibles. The Luke, Jamie, and Kimberly figures—exclusive to this release—aren’t just fan service; they’re game-enhancing tools. By tapping them in, players unlock costumes, settings, and more, preserving their customization data with a satisfying tactile interaction. Even more delightful is the compatibility with legacy Ryu and Ken amiibo from the Super Smash Bros. line, blending Nintendo nostalgia with Capcom continuity. It’s a reminder that Street Fighter isn’t just about competition—it’s about community and shared passion.

And what would a celebration of Street Fighter’s second year be without an avalanche of content? Capcom clearly sees the Switch 2 release as a launchpad for festivities: from the new artwork on the Challenger screen and fresh background track “Edge of Triumph” by Yoko Shimomura, to system-wide combat balance tweaks, new costumes for the Year 2 fighters (including Terry Bogard and Mai Shiranui), and even a fan-driven “2nd Street Fighter Creation Contest.” The synergy between the developers and their audience is palpable. These aren’t just patches; they’re acts of creative reciprocity. It feels less like a product update and more like a birthday party the players helped throw.

Anecdotally, it’s hard not to recall how Street Fighter V struggled with its initial launch, narrowly focused and starved for content. But Capcom clearly learned. Street Fighter 6, from day one, felt like a complete and generous game. And now, with its second year in full swing, it continues to evolve in meaningful ways. The accessibility options, the commentary system with esports legends like Steve “TastySteve” Scott and Zelina Vega, the layered Drive Gauge mechanics that balance risk and reward—this is a title as welcoming to newcomers as it is rewarding for veterans. Even the smallest touches, like customizable facial expressions during loading screens, show the care poured into this experience.

The timing couldn’t be better. With Street Fighter 6 now exceeding 4.4 million copies sold and becoming a critical darling across review platforms, its Nintendo Switch 2 debut might very well push it into a new stratosphere of popularity. Whether it’s your first time entering the fray or you’ve been fireballing since the days of arcades, this release welcomes all challengers. It's not a compromise, it's a celebration. And for anyone who’s ever dreamed of throwing a spinning bird kick while riding the metro or fighting M. Bison in the breakroom—well, now’s your chance. The fight continues, and this time, it fits in your bag.

Street Fighter 6
Developer : Capcom
Publisher : Capcom
Director : Takayuki Nakayama
Producers : Kazuhiro Tsuchiya, Shuhei Matsumoto, Kansuke Sakurai
Designer : Mitsugu Ashida
Programmer : Keiji Sakamoto
Artist : Kaname Fujioka
Composers :  Yoshiya Terayama, Shigeyuki Kameda, Yasumasa Kitagawa, Tom Fox, Marshall Smith, Haruki Yamada
Engine : RE Engine
Platforms : PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Windows, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch 2, PS4, PS5, Win, XSXS