Not Immediately, but Street Fighter 6 has Potential for Long-Term Success
Capcom continues to release a string of successful games, but not every new release can surpass the sales records set by their biggest franchises like Resident Evil and Monster Hunter.
In its most recent quarterly earnings report, Capcom acknowledged that Street Fighter 6 doesn’t have the same selling power as their other titles. However, they see this as an opportunity for long-term growth.
The report highlighted Street Fighter 6’s critical acclaim, reaching 2.47 million units in sales worldwide. Capcom recognizes the smaller market size for versus fighting games compared to Monster Hunter and Resident Evil, so they plan to focus on expanding the game’s sales over time and promoting it in esports activities to attract more fans.
Capcom also revealed that they have an unannounced major game in the works.
As someone in the fighting game community, it’s not surprising that Street Fighter is no longer Capcom’s flagship title like it was in the ’90s. However, it’s interesting to see Capcom openly admit this to their investors and the public.
Instead of setting unrealistic sales targets, Capcom understands the potential of Street Fighter 6 and aims to support it for the long haul. The game’s initial sales already outpaced its predecessor, and while sales have slowed down since then, Capcom remains committed to continuous support and development.
Capcom’s president hopes to see Street Fighter 6 reach 10 million units sold, which is a realistic goal considering it has already sold 2.47 million copies in just five months. With ongoing esports initiatives and appealing content updates, it’s likely that the game will eventually achieve that milestone.
Of course, there is room for improvement, especially in terms of content updates and monetization. However, Capcom’s ongoing support and development efforts indicate that they are dedicated to addressing these concerns and ensuring the game’s success.
Overall, Street Fighter 6 doesn’t need to replicate the massive success of titles like Monster Hunter: World to be profitable and acclaimed. Capcom recognizes this and will continue to invest in the game’s future.
