The creators behind Street Fighter 6 revealed a musical partnership with renowned artist Yoko Shimomura for the game’s latest expansion centered around Elena. Shimomura, whose portfolio includes soundtracks for influential titles like Super Smash Bros. Ultimate and Mario & Luigi: Superstar Saga, returns to contribute fresh audio elements to the franchise she helped define decades prior.

Visitors familiar with gaming’s auditory legacy will recognize her work on Streets of Rage 4 and Mario + Rabbids: Kingdom Battle. This collaboration aligns with Street Fighter 6’s expanded platform availability, now accessible on Nintendo’s latest console alongside annual updates featuring characters like Akuma and Terry Bogard from SNK’s iconic series.

The physical edition of the game has sparked debate due to its reliance on time-limited digital codes for supplementary content. Players purchasing boxed copies will need to redeem additional fighters via vouchers expiring by mid-2027, raising concerns about preservation and long-term access.