What fans can expect from Ed in Street Fighter 6
In Street Fighter 6, Ed makes a high-impact entrance as a famous boxer joining the roster on February 27, 2024. Available across PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam, Ed arrives as the 21st playable fighter following the introductions of Rashid and AKI last year. He can be enjoyed in all three core modes: World Tour, Fighting Ground, and Battle Hub, delivering his distinctive style to a broad audience of players who crave dynamic, close-quarters combat as well as strategic setups from range. This release broadens the game’s roster and deepens the world that Street Fighter 6 has been building since launch.
With Ed’s arrival comes a narrative thread called Ruined Laboratory, which explores the fallout from Shadaloo’s collapse and the state of its ruined headquarters. Those who own the Year 1 Ultimate Pass or Ultimate Edition will automatically access this campaign when Ed becomes available, while other players will be able to purchase it as a standalone addition. In addition, several quality-of-life improvements are introduced, such as the option to customize button layouts on PC and enhanced lighting options in photo mode to capture better in-game moments. These updates reflect Capcoms ongoing effort to refine character integration and user experience.
Ed’s background and evolution in Street Fighter 6
Ed first appeared in Street Fighter V, where he resisted the malign plans of M. Bison and worked to dismantle the Shadaloo threat by helping establish Neo Shadaloo in a bid to aid others who suffered under the organization. In Street Fighter 6, Ed’s toolkit has evolved significantly, bringing a blend of speed, deception, and brutal power to the battlefield. Players can look forward to a series of signature moves that showcase his psycho-powered abilities, creating a pace and variety that keeps opponents guessing. Here are some of the standout techniques integral to Ed’s combat style.
Psycho Vibration delivers a rapid, multi-directional punch that can threaten from three angles. When charged, Ed can unleash the Psycho Snatcher, drawing opponents into a spiraling sequence that disrupts their rhythm and opens opportunities for follow-up strikes.
Psycho Dominant unleashes a flurry of blows wrapped in his psychic strength, punishing defensive players with relentless pressure and precision timing.
Psycho Storm, Ed’s Level 1 super art, stacks a rapid series of punches that can break through light blocks and reset pressure at mid-range.
Psycho Ball, Ed’s Level 2 super art from Street Fighter V, fires a forward-moving ball of psycho energy that forces opponents to react quickly to changing trajectories.
Psycho Room, his Level 3 super art, turns the battlefield into a testing ground by binding opponents and turning them into targets for a controlled onslaught, reflecting Ed’s ties to Neo Shadaloo and his unwavering commitment to his own code.
Across these abilities, Ed’s playstyle emphasizes adaptability and misdirection, inviting players to mix short-range power with careful spacing to exploit openings created by his unique psycho-energy toolkit. The character’s evolution in Street Fighter 6 demonstrates how a familiar fighter can evolve without losing the core identity that fans love.
How to unlock Ed and what to expect for early players
Ed becomes unlockable for players beginning February 27, 2024, available to owners of the Year 1 Character Pass, Year 1 Ultimate Pass, Deluxe, or Ultimate editions. On his debut, Ed also brings Outfit 2, a look inspired by the boxing star that fans can equip to customize his appearance. As the game newsroom keeps buzzing, another milestone comes with Capcom Cup X approaching. Players have until February 14 to visit the Battle Center, now holiday-decorated, and make predictions about the next champion to win a Color 1 outfit and the crown for the champion’s chosen character. The event is designed to engage the community and test prediction skills in a fun, competitive setting.
Street Fighter 6 has surpassed two million copies sold worldwide, a testament to its broad appeal and ongoing support. The game represents a clear step forward for the franchise, introducing a new single-player World Tour mode that offers a narrative-driven exploration of the Street Fighter universe, a Battle Hub designed to foster community interaction, and the familiar fighting modes that drive competitive play. The combination of single-player content and robust multiplayer features helps to define Street Fighter 6 as a pivotal entry in the long-running series.