Street Fighter 6 Unleashes Sagat in Teaser Trailer — Major Year 3 Update Incoming! 🐅

Get ready, fighters: the Tiger King is roaring back. Capcom has just dropped a teaser trailer for Sagat, the first Year 3 DLC character in Street Fighter 6, officially launching on August 5, 2025. If that wasn’t exciting enough, a new Thailand-themed stage, fresh outfits, and a whole Fight Pass announcement make this update feel like a mini‑event.

🎥 What the Teaser Trailer Shows

The teaser offers a glimpse of Sagat’s World Tour introduction, showing him training in mythical Thai mountains, smashing trees with his bare fists, and reclaiming his aura as the legendary Muay Thai master. While gameplay moves weren’t fully shown yet, it sets the tone for his muscular return.

Capcom plans to release a full gameplay trailer soon—stay tuned for exact release dates!

🥊 Sagat’s Move List & New Mechanics

Recent gameplay reveals confirm the return of Sagat’s iconic arsenal, now upgraded for SF6’s Drive System

• High & Low Tiger Shot – mix-up zoning with different speeds

• Tiger Uppercut – now chargeable for cinematic follow-ups

• Tiger Knee Crush – quick, close-range strike for punishes

• Tiger Nexus – new knee-link special with three fillers: Mighty Tiger, Greedy Tiger, Nova Tiger

• Super Arts:

  • Tiger Cannon (Level 1)

  • Savage Tiger (Level 2) with multiple branching finishes

  • Tiger Vanquisher (Level 3), a devastating multi-hit finisher

His massive frame gives him long reach, powerful normals, and strong corner control.

🌄 New Stage & Outfits

Stage: Proud Spire—a serene, mountainous temple backdrop dotted with a giant Buddha statue. A peaceful vibe contrasting the ring violence.

Outfit 1: A darker, modern Muay Thai wardrobe
Outfit 2: A classic homage to his Street Fighter II look with tiger-striped shorts and wraps—unlockable in World Tour or purchasable via Fighter Coins.

📅 Year 3 Content & Release Timeline

Key Dates:

• July 4, 2025: “Sagat Arrives” Fighting Pass launches

• August 5, 2025: Sagat and Outfit 4 content go live

The Fighting Pass includes EXカラー options for Ryu & Ken, Sagat avatars, titles, stickers, Tiger Road arcade game, and bonus Drive Tickets.

Outfit 4 (swimsuit-themed summer skins) are rolling out for characters: Cammy, Luke, Chun-Li, Manon, Jamie, Kimberly, and A.K.I.—debuting alongside Sagat on August 5.

Future DLC Fighters (Part of Year 3 Pass):

• C. Viper – Autumn 2025

• Alex – Early Spring 2026

• Ingrid – Late Spring 2026

🎤 Fan Reactions & Meta Commentary

Community buzz is strong: many longtime fans praised Sagat’s inclusion after years of speculation. On Reddit, users highlighted how long-awaited this moment was—for some, Street Fighter 6 felt incomplete without him.

The Kenny Omega–hosted reveal also sparked laughs and delight, with AEW’s pro wrestler cosplaying all four Season 3 characters in a comedic video at Summer Game

✅ In Summary

• Sagat arrives on August 5, 2025 as the first Year 3 DLC fighter

• Gameplay trailer is expected soon, but teaser confirms his mythic presence

• New stage: Proud Spire — a Thai mountain temple setting

• Outfits: two new Sagat costumes and swimsuit skins for seven other fighters

• Fighting Pass launches July 4 with exclusive content

• Upcoming DLC: C. Viper, Alex, and Ingrid across late 2025 to spring 2026

🧠 Final Thoughts

Capcom is hitting nostalgia while pushing Street Fighter 6 forward with fresh mechanics, design and season-long evolution. Sagat’s return feels not just like fan service—but a new chapter for a timeless fighter. The updated tools like Tiger Nexus and Super Arts show Capcom is evolving his style for the modern era, not just porting it over.

Whether you're a zoning enthusiast, a pro-wrestler fan, or just love imposing characters, Sagat’s arrival this August is shaping up to be a highlight of the competitive season. Will you be mastering Tiger Cannon or corner pressure with him?