Street Fighter 6 Adds Sagat to Roster: Release Date, Moveset, and EVO 2025 Hands-On Details

Capcom has officially announced the arrival of Sagat, the iconic Muay Thai master, to the roster of Street Fighter 6.

As a staple in the fighting game community and a fan-favorite since his debut, Sagat’s inclusion is set to energize the competitive scene when he launches on August 5, 2025.

The update will be available across all supported platforms, including the Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, Xbox, and PC, further cementing Capcom’s commitment to keeping Street Fighter 6 fresh and engaging for its global audience. Sagat’s reintroduction comes with a full suite of signature moves and a renewed rivalry that long-time fans will instantly recognize.

According to Capcom’s official press release, "Sagat brings his unique blend of Muay Thai technique and fiery projectiles, adding depth and excitement to the ever-expanding Street Fighter 6 roster." Players can look forward to unleashing a fearsome combination of knees, uppercuts, and the notorious Tiger Shot fireballs. In addition to his gameplay debut, Sagat will be playable for the first time by the public at EVO Las Vegas, the world’s premier fighting game tournament.

Attendees have an exclusive opportunity to try out Sagat before the global release, highlighting Capcom's effort to engage directly with the competitive community and gather feedback in a live environment. Sagat joins Street Fighter 6 with two distinct outfits.

Outfit 1 features a bold, darker design inspired by Muay Thai traditional attire, while Outfit 2 pays tribute to his classic Street Fighter II appearance.

Players can unlock Outfit 2 in the World Tour mode by maximizing their bond with Sagat, or alternatively, it can be purchased via Fighter Coins.

To complement Sagat’s arrival, Capcom is also releasing Outfit 4 swimsuit costumes for seven other characters—Cammy, Luke, Chun-Li, Manon, Jamie, Kimberly, and A.K.I.—available on launch day. Street Fighter 6 continues to hit development milestones since its original launch, with regular content updates and ongoing support from Capcom.

The title has expanded its presence on digital storefronts like the Nintendo eShop and retains a strong user base across all major hardware platforms. Sagat’s complete moveset for Street Fighter 6 includes: - High Tiger Shot and Low Tiger Shot fireball attacks for zoning - Tiger Uppercut as a devastating anti-air - Tiger Knee Crush for quick punishes - Tiger Nexus, a new special with powerful follow-up kicks - Tiger Cannon (Level 1 Super Art) - Savage Tiger (Level 2 Super Art) with four distinct finishing options - Tiger Vanquisher (Level 3 Super Art), unleashing Sagat’s full power With these additions, Capcom demonstrates its dedication to honoring Street Fighter’s deep history while innovating with fresh mechanics and character experiences for veteran players and newcomers alike.

Street Fighter 6, available now on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, Xbox, and PC, continues to set the standard for modern fighting games with quality updates and new content.

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