Capcom has announced Rashid, who previously appeared in Street Fighter 5, will join the roster of Street Fighter 6 later this month. Rashid will be the first fighter added to the game post-launch.
Rashid can be encountered across all three game modes. In World Tour, players will be able to apply his moves to their own avatar, whilst he’ll be available to play as in Fighting Ground.
This month’s battle pass contains gear, emotes, and music all related to Rashid. Take a look at Rashid in action in the gameplay trailer below.
Rashid’s moveset is characterised by “parkour and lightning quick movements”. Here’s a taster of some of his moves Capcom said players can expect:
Arabian Cyclone – a new special move that performs a spinning kick and conjures up a whirlwind; can be used as a standalone blow, or transitioned into Rolling Assault or Wing StrokeArabian Skyhigh – a new double jump move that keeps opponents guessing on where Rashid will land from the airSuper Rashid Kick – Level 1 Super Art that unloads a devastating kick while soaring forward and up through the airYsaar – Level 2 Super Art which summons a slow-moving whirlwind projectile that can be used to pressure opponentsAltair – Rashid’s Level 3 Super Art calls forth a tempest that lifts opponents before he rains down on them with a monsoon of powerful blows
Rashid will be unlocked for free for all owners of Street Fighter 6 deluxe and ultimate editions, and the year 1 character pass. For all other players, Rashid will be available to try out for one hour using a Rental Ticket, which can be obtained through the battle pass.