Evo 2025 brought excitement and big surprises for fighting game fans, with Capcom delivering headline-worthy announcements during the global championship event in Las Vegas. Among the highlights was the return of C. Viper to Street Fighter 6, a highly anticipated moment that has energized the community. The showcase also featured the first look at Sagat’s official release, new swimsuit-themed Outfit 4 costumes, and details on an upcoming update for Capcom Fighting Collection 2.
The impact of Street Fighter 6 Evo 2025 is already being felt across the competitive scene, setting the stage for a thrilling year ahead in the fighting game community.
C. Viper Joins Street Fighter 6 Year 3 Roster
One of the biggest announcements at Evo 2025 was the reveal of C. Viper, who returns as the second character in Street Fighter 6 Year 3. The new teaser trailer shows Viper analyzing a hologram of M. Bison, preparing for her next move in an effort to stop his latest plot. While gameplay footage was not shown, the teaser has already sparked intense speculation about her potential moveset and visual redesign.
C. Viper’s arrival adds to an already strong Year 3 lineup. Sagat, the legendary Muay Thai fighter, is set to release on August 5, 2025. He will be playable across Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam. Sagat will be accompanied by the brand-new Proud Spire stage, along with two outfit variations, including one inspired by his classic Street Fighter II look.
Year 3 Content Roadmap and Preorders
Capcom confirmed that players can gain early access to new characters and cosmetics through the Year 3 Ultimate Pass or the Year 3 Character Pass. These include Sagat, C. Viper, pro wrestler Alex (coming early Spring 2026), and Ingrid (coming late Spring 2026). Both passes are available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC, and will be available for preorder on Nintendo Switch 2.
To coincide with Sagat’s debut, Capcom will also release Outfit 4 costumes for seven characters: Cammy, Luke, Chun-Li, Manon, Jamie, Kimberly, and A.K.I. These summer-themed swimsuit designs will be available starting August 5 and were showcased in a new gameplay trailer released during Evo 2025.
Capcom Fighting Collection 2 Gets a Major Update
Capcom also announced a major update for Capcom Fighting Collection 2, which arrives on August 7. The update will introduce four new characters to Street Fighter Alpha 3 UPPER, including fan-favorite Ingrid. Additional enhancements include new artwork for the game’s gallery, a new “Mode Select” option in EX settings, and a training mode combo display for Plasma Sword: Nightmare of Bilstein.
The soundtrack content is also expanding, with over 100 original music tracks from titles like Capcom vs. SNK 2 and Power Stone now available on select digital platforms. Fans of classic Capcom fighters will find plenty to enjoy in this nostalgic yet updated collection.
The Competitive Scene Heats Up
Beyond the announcements, Evo 2025 delivered another round of intense competitive moments. MenaRD emerged victorious in Street Fighter 6, defeating over 4,000 other competitors. Khaos took the win in Marvel vs. Capcom 2: New Age of Heroes, while Bas triumphed in Capcom vs. SNK 2: Mark of the Millennium 2001. These matchups further highlight the growing global excitement around fighting games and the enduring appeal of Capcom’s franchises.
With these updates and reveals, Street Fighter 6 Evo 2025 marked a major turning point for the game’s third year of support. Between the return of beloved characters, new stages and outfits, and crossover content in other collections, Capcom continues to demonstrate its commitment to fans and the future of competitive fighting games.
