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FGC pro Chris G gets banned for 200 years in Street Fighter 6

September 13, 2026 at 12:53 AM

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How do you get banned for two centuries?

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Competitive fighting game player Chris G took to social media this week to reveal that he has been banned from planning online in Street Fighter 6 for 200 years, or two centuries.

Evil Ryu, E. Honda thousand hand slap among teasers in new Street Fighter movie trailer

September 11, 2026 at 2:43 AM

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Thoughts on the new trailer?

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The new trailer for the Street Fighter film was released on Tuesday and it’s revealing more things fans of the franchise can expect once the movie drops next month.

10-year-old Street Fighter 6 player goes viral for beating top players in Chile

September 1, 2026 at 6:38 PM

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Gudfella is not the only 10-year-old who made noise this year. See another who gained some fans with his gameplay:

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The player known as Gudfella, at only 10-years-old, recently made Top 8 in Online Sushi, which is claimed to be the toughest tournament in the region.

2XKO development shutting down less than a year after launch, Riot Games announced

August 23, 2026 at 7:21 PM

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It’s been less than a year:

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According to Riot, after monitoring the game since it’s release, they made the decision due to the lack of players.

FlyQuest picks up Smash Bros., Street Fighter 6 pro Riddles

August 20, 2026 at 8:57 PM

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That was fast:

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Riddles out of Toronto, Ontario, has become a household name in the FGC with his Terry in SF6, but was already an established name in the Smash scene prior to.

PunkDaGod departs from FlyQuest after contract expires

August 13, 2026 at 11:53 PM

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The latest from this week:

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During his time with FlyQuest, Punk won his first Evo championship, which was also the first for the U.S., as well as Street Fighter League for the U.S.

Hungrybox faints during Smash Bros. Melee tournament at Supernova 2026

August 12, 2026 at 4:40 PM

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Intense match:

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On his social media, Hungrybox said he fainted after making it into Top 16 against SluG with a last stock.

Yasmine, latest patch released for Street Fighter 6

August 9, 2026 at 4:54 AM

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Thoughts?

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As the first Filipino martial artist to join the roster, she learned the art of “Eskrima” alongside her older brother under the guidance of her grandfather and wields her Karambit knife…

Street Fighter 6 Esports World Cup Top 8 decided

August 3, 2026 at 10:27 PM

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ICYMI:

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After three days of action, the Top 8 for the Street Fighter 6 Esports World Cup has been decided on Friday.

August 1, 2026 at 12:04 PM

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Short stream return. Talking EWC, comeback training. FT5s welcome.

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Dual Kevin wins EWC Street Fighter 6 LCQ, directly qualifying for main tournament

July 31, 2026 at 2:11 AM

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Congratulations in order for @Dual_Kevin:

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Not only has he directly qualified for the cup, but he’s also taking home a prize of $10,000.

Street Fighter 6 Esports World Cup 2026 Last Chance Qualifier Top 8 decided

July 26, 2026 at 8:15 PM

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What an LCQ so far:

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The Tournament, being held in Paris, France and featuring top players from NoahTheProdigy, NuckleDu, Mister Crimson, and Enzo among others, has dwindled down to the Top 8.

Scott Summers as Phoenix Cyclops announced as first DLC character for Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls

July 25, 2026 at 4:57 PM

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First the Doomsday trailer now this!

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The Year 1 DLC will include three more characters and a new stage.

WPFG Fighting Game Community News

July 24, 2026 at 2:36 AM

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Internet trolls PlayStation, Xbox for ending physical copies of games

July 24, 2026 at 2:23 AM

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Meh

July 5, 2026 at 7:24 AM

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The internet wins again:

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This also comes after the highly anticipated game, Grand Theft Auto VI, was said that it’s physical copy will not include a physical disk but a code for the game.

Results for Evo 2026 in Las Vegas

July 2, 2026 at 2:37 PM

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And just like that … @Evo in Las Vegas is in the books.
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The next stop will be Evo France, taking place October 9-11 in Nice.

June 29, 2026 at 12:32 PM

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Who wants to run games and go over EVO brackets?

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We're cooked for Season 4

June 26, 2026 at 3:00 AM

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Hour stream with Cammy and some degenerate Ingrid.

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Street Fighter 6: Producer says game will last 10 years, possible leaks for DLC through the years

June 19, 2026 at 2:02 AM

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Are you sticking around for 6 more years?

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Are you looking forward to Street Fighter 7? Don’t hold your breath!

FGC react as final 2026 Evo U.S. numbers show drop in registrants compared to previous year

June 13, 2026 at 2:33 AM

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Not looking too good:

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In comparison to Evo 2025, which takes place in Las Vegas, the numbers have dropped by what appears to be half, especially for the top main stage games including Street Fighter 6 and Tekken 8.

June 13, 2026 at 2:26 AM

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Talking Season 4 with some Ingrid/Cammy

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We're cooked for Season 4

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June 6, 2026 at 3:38 AM

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Just some of the reveals from Combo Breaker 2026:

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Yujiro Hanma, Mr. Karate, and Senna announced at Combo Breaker 2026

Along with the action from this past weekend’s Combo Breaker 2026, it wouldn’t be a tournament without some sneak peaks at some of the characters coming to their respective games.

10-year-old Street Fighter 6 player steals show at Combo Breaker 2026

May 25, 2026 at 6:35 PM

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Inspirational:

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The competitor known as “TheBaby212” with is Ken beat 16-year-old “Plasmadrgaon” on stream during Saturday’s brackets.