The world of fighting game esports has been expanding rapidly in recent times, with new tournaments popping up unexpectedly. One such surprising event is the Idol Street Fighter 6 tournament featuring members of Hinatazaka 46, a popular Japanese idol group. Rather than seeing professional gamers or streamers, this tournament will showcase the idol group members testing their skills in Street Fighter 6.
Hinatazaka 46 will be taking to the virtual arena to compete in this unique fighting game esports tournament. While not all members of the group will be participating, a selected few will engage in a round-robin format in early May to determine the best Street Fighter 6 player among them.
Although this may not be your typical high-stakes esports showdown like the Capcom Cup, the Idol Street Fighter 6 tournament promises a fresh and original approach to the game. It’s a chance to witness something different and exciting within the realm of competitive gaming.
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Idol Street Fighter 6 Tournament Announced
Haitani, a legendary fighting game player, will be orchestrating a distinctive event next month that deviates from the traditional tournament format. This event will feature members of an idol group engaging in friendly competition. While only a select few members will be partaking, each will be representing a different character in the game.
Here are the idols participating in the event and the characters they will be playing as:
- Akari Nibu – Ken
- Haruyo Yamaguchi – Dhalsim
- Honoka Hirao – Blanka
- Kumi Sasaki – Chun-Li
- Nao Kosaka – Juri
Although not all 37 members of Hinatazaka 46 will be competing, this select group promises an exciting and unpredictable showdown. With each player taking on a unique character, the outcome of the tournament is truly up in the air. It’s a refreshing departure from the usual competitive gaming scene!
This event offers a fresh perspective on competitive Street Fighter 6 gameplay, diverging from the intense clashes of the Capcom Pro Tour. Don’t miss out on the action – tune in to Japan’s Capcom YouTube channel to catch all the excitement of this one-of-a-kind tournament.
