Major esports tournament featuring Street Fighter 6
Riot Games announced it will end active development for its tag fighter 2XKO in December 2026 after failing to retain enough players for a sustainable future. The final content patch arrives in October, and servers will remain online with most gameplay content unlocked for free.
Daigo Umehara discusses the "random" nature of Street Fighter 6, citing its appeal to casual players but also the challenge it poses in determining a clear GOAT. He suggests longer tournament sets could help, while MenaRD shares mixed views on the format. The debate highlights the game's balance between accessibility and competitive depth.
Street Fighter 6's back-to-back Evo champion, MenaRD, stunned fans by switching from his main character, M. Bison, to Blanka in the finals. This tactical move secured his fourth Evo title. MenaRD's decision was rooted in practice results and adapting to his opponent's aggressive style.
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