Capcom has unveiled an exciting new partnership between its acclaimed fighting game Street Fighter 6 and global K-pop phenomenon Aespa, bringing a fresh wave of pop culture energy to the fighting game community. This special collaboration introduces exclusive cosmetic items with one important limitation that players should note.

Originally launched in 2023 using Capcom's powerful RE Engine, Street Fighter 6 revolutionized the franchise with cross-platform play, advanced rollback netcode, and three distinct gameplay modes: Fighting Ground, World Tour, and Battle Hub. The game later expanded to Nintendo Switch 2 alongside the console's release.

This crossover continues Capcom's trend of high-profile collaborations, following recent partnerships with Monster Hunter Wilds and Overwatch. The Aespa event brings several unique elements to Street Fighter 6:

• Special Juri collaboration outfit with K-pop aesthetics
• Remixed version of Juri's theme music in Aespa's style
• Unique visual effects inspired by Aespa's music videos
• New commentator Naevis, Aespa's virtual artist

However, there's a significant catch: all collaboration content, including Juri's stylish new outfit, will only be available for one year following the July 4, 2025 release date. This time-limited availability has sparked mixed reactions in the community, with some players hoping for permanent additions rather than temporary exclusives.

The announcement comes as Street Fighter 6 continues to expand its roster with DLC characters. Following the upcoming release of Sagat, fans can expect C. Viper later this year, with Alex and Ingrid confirmed for 2026. Even without purchasing the Year 3 Character Pass, these new fighters will appear in World Tour mode.