Capcom has officially announced the final character of Street Fighter 6 Season 2 — and it’s none other than the fan-favorite fighter, Elena. This marks a nostalgic return for long-time fans of the franchise, as Elena hasn’t appeared in a Street Fighter game since Ultra Street Fighter IV. With Street Fighter 6 continuing to dominate the fighting game scene, this upcoming DLC is expected to generate a lot of excitement and engagement from the community.
Elena will conclude the lineup for Season 2 of Street Fighter 6, but the game’s continued popularity makes it highly likely that Capcom has even more content in the pipeline. As one of the most dynamic and rhythmically fluid characters in the franchise’s history, Elena brings a unique flair to the roster with her capoeira-based fighting style.
Elena’s Return to Street Fighter
Elena originally debuted in Street Fighter III: New Generation and quickly became a standout character due to her distinct fighting style and cheerful personality. Unlike other fighters who rely on brute strength or flashy projectile moves, Elena uses capoeira — a Brazilian martial art that blends elements of dance and acrobatics — to deliver graceful and unpredictable attacks. Her inclusion in Street Fighter 6 represents both a nod to longtime fans and a fresh challenge for newer players.
Street Fighter 6, Elena (image via Getty)Over the years, Elena has also appeared in games like Ultra Street Fighter IV, where she brought her unique healing ability and agile combos to the roster. Now, she’s ready to return to the spotlight with Street Fighter 6, bringing with her updated animations, refined visuals, and likely some new tricks to surprise opponents.
This week, Capcom released the first teaser trailer for Elena in Street Fighter 6. As is common with these early previews, the trailer didn’t reveal a lot about her gameplay mechanics. Instead, it showcased elements from the World Tour mode, which often sets the tone and story context for new characters. While the teaser was light on gameplay details, it effectively established Elena’s personality and vibrant energy, making it clear that her reintroduction will be a colorful and dynamic one.
Street Fighter 6 Elena DLC Release Date and Platform Details
The Street Fighter 6 Elena DLC is officially scheduled for release on May 2nd. Elena will be available on all platforms simultaneously, including PlayStation, Xbox, and PC. Notably, she will also be included in the upcoming Street Fighter 6 Switch release, ensuring that players across all supported consoles can enjoy the character at launch.
Street Fighter 6, Elena (image via Getty)As the final character of the Season 2 DLC lineup, Elena’s arrival marks the end of this chapter for Street Fighter 6. However, given the game’s strong performance and large player base, it’s very likely that a Season 3 DLC will be announced in the near future. With many classic and new characters still yet to appear, the possibilities for future additions remain wide open.
If you’re looking to catch up on all things Street Fighter 6, now’s the perfect time to jump in and explore everything the game has to offer — especially with new characters like Elena just around the corner. Stay tuned for more updates and detailed breakdowns of her moveset and playstyle as we get closer to the May 2nd release date.
