Huge Surprise at EVO Japan: Street Fighter Characters Brawl Their Way into Overwatch 2!
Two explosive worlds collide in an electrifying and unexpected crossover: Overwatch 2 joins forces with Street Fighter 6 in a fusion that’s set to shake up virtual arenas starting May 20, 2025.
As the prestigious EVO Japan tournament takes center stage this weekend, announcements are dropping fast and surprises are piling up. Amid this electrifying atmosphere, Blizzard chose the perfect moment to unveil a spectacular collaboration between its iconic FPS and Capcom’s legendary fighting game. An unexpected encounter that brings the fighters of Street Fighter 6 straight into the futuristic world of Overwatch 2.
Image credit: Capcom & Blizzard
A Stunning Reveal at EVO Japan
The announcement was made with great fanfare on the very first day of EVO Japan, captivating an already thrilled audience. On stage, the reveal was paired with an animated teaser that immediately immersed fans into the hybrid universe awaiting them.
The concept is simple yet incredibly effective: heroes from Overwatch 2 take on the look, outfits, and even iconic poses of Street Fighter 6 fighters. A true visual feast and a dream come true for fans of bold crossovers.
Dynamic Duos Take the Stage
This collaboration brings a series of surprising pairings, with each Overwatch character adopting the appearance and spirit of a Street Fighter champion. Here are the confirmed matchups:
- Hanzo steps into the role of Ryu
- Juno transforms into Chun-Li
- Kiriko channels the dark energy of Juri
- Widowmaker pays tribute to Cammy
- Zenyatta embraces the zen style of Dhalsim
- Soldier: 76 draws inspiration from the legendary soldier Guile
- Winston roars with the wild spirit of Blanka
- Sigma exudes the charisma of M. Bison
An Event You Don’t Want to Miss
Mark your calendars for May 20, 2025, when this one-of-a-kind crossover lands in Overwatch 2. Don’t forget: the game is free to play on Switch, while Street Fighter 6 is set to make a powerful debut on Switch 2 on June 5, 2025.
This kind of collaboration, toeing the line between fan-service and marketing brilliance, proves once again that the video game industry knows no bounds when it comes to imagination. With Overwatch 2 x Street Fighter 6, a legendary cast of fighters enters a new arena where worlds collide for the ultimate player experience.
