Capcom has published a statement regarding its recent change to a pay-per-view model for its Street Fighter 6 esports scene.
The change was originally announced on September 28th for Capcom Cup 12 and Street Fighter League: World Championship 2025, two of its biggest competitive events.
The shift to pay-per-view puts the two finals behind a digital paywall, which was free to watch in past years, a change that has sparked backlash from FGC fans.
Capcom Responds to Fan Backlash
In its statement, Capcom shared that the decision was made to grow the tournaments into ‘internationally competitive events’ and to support teams, partners, and ‘related business areas’.