Street Fighter 6 made a grand entrance in June 2023 and has been captivating players ever since. The game introduced four new DLC characters, an array of stylish outfits for the main cast, and engaging collaborations with other franchises. Fast forward to April 2024, SF6 joins forces with another Capcom classic, Monster Hunter, to celebrate the latter's 20th anniversary. This special event offers premium rewards, in-game photo opportunities, and a thrilling voter event.
The Street Fighter 6 team has been actively engaging both new and returning players through collaborations with various Capcom games like Exoprimal. Additionally, they've partnered with anime and comic book titles such as SPYxFAMILY and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. These collaborations typically feature BattleHub avatar skins inspired by the most iconic characters and outfits from the respective series, and the ongoing Monster Hunter 20th Anniversary event is no exception.
The Epic SF6: Monster Hunter 20th Anniversary Collaboration Introduces Rathalos Armor
Devoted fans of both Capcom franchises are in for a treat as Monster Hunter's iconic Rathalos Armor becomes available for Battle Hub avatars. This exclusive set comprises a helmet, mail, coil, and greaves. Players can acquire these items by purchasing the premium Fighting Pass for this season, valid until April 22, 2024. Other MH-themed treasures in this battle pass include:
- Felyne head costume
- "Happy Hunting" frame, adding a Monster Hunter-style HUD to photos
- "Hunter Dance" emote
- MH-inspired titles, device wallpapers, and stickers
The Fighting Pass also features premium rewards from past SF games, such as music from Street Fighter 3: 2nd Impact and a classic title called Magic Sword.
The Street Fighter 6 x Monster Hunter Collab Unleashes Massive Swords in Combat
Every Monster Hunter aficionado expects colossal weapons in games they cross over with. Even in Street Fighter 6, predominantly a hand-to-hand combat game, players can now wield an array of Monster Hunter-themed weapons. Among these, the Frozen Speartuna Great Sword stands out as a visually striking choice.
Players can equip their characters with a variety of Lances, Longswords, Shields, and Hammers. Street Fighter 6 allows full customization of weapon placements, enabling fans to dual-wield an Axe and Great Sword for a dramatic flair or opt for a more subtle look with sheathed weapons. These cosmetics can be purchased using Drive Tickets or Fighter Coins from the Hub Goods Shop.
Enjoying the SF6 x Monster Hunter Crossover Without Spending a Penny
Players have various ways to partake in this event without any financial commitment. They can capture photo-ops of their avatars with Rathalos and Rathian in the Battle Hub during the collaboration period. Additionally, there's a voting event where players can choose their preferred MH weapon type. Voters receive 2,000 Drive Tickets for their participation, which they can utilize, alongside Drive Tickets earned from daily, weekly, and monthly challenges, to acquire themed weapon skins. One of the standout free rewards from this event is the Wyvern Jawblade, an impressive Great Sword that players can obtain simply by watching the Fighting Ground tutorial during the collaboration period.
Some players have expressed disappointment over the absence of new outfits for the main cast of characters. Fans fondly remember the Rathalos Ken skin from Street Fighter 5, which didn't make an appearance in this SF6 x MH collaboration. This omission feels like a missed opportunity, especially given the enhanced prominence of the character's fire-themed moves in this game compared to previous iterations. It appears that these collaborations cater more to players who enjoy the competitive World Tour mode in Street Fighter 6 and relish customizing their characters in the Battle Hub.