Street Fighter 6 (SF6) PS4 Version 1.28 Patch Notes on March 17, 2026

Capcom releases Street Fighter 6 update 1.28 is available to download on PS4, PS5(1.000.023), PC, and Xbox consoles. According to the SF6 update 1.28 patch notes, the latest update the latest update adds Alex joins as a new DLC fighter alongside a massive balance overhaul affecting all characters and systems. In addition, Street Fighter 6 patch 1.28 also improves Drive Rush mechanics, overheads, and input responsiveness.

SF6 version 1.28 Patch Notes – March 17, 2026

New DLC Character

Alex

• Added as a playable fighter

• Grappler-style character from Street Fighter III

• Part of Year 3 content lineup

Full Roster Balance Patch

Global Changes

• All characters adjusted

• Damage, frame data, and move properties updated

• Focus on improving neutral options and combo variety

• Overly strong and oppressive moves toned down

Competitive Impact

• Major meta shift expected

• Tier lists and strategies will change

• Functions as a new competitive season reset

System Adjustments

Drive Rush Overhead Standardization

• Overhead attacks from Drive Rush set to -3 on block

• Pushback adjusted to prevent:

  • Normal throws connecting

  • Light attack chains into lows

• Improves consistency across characters

• Retains low-risk utility despite reduced guard break strength

Drive Rush Input Changes

• Jump input during screen freeze now registers

• Enables immediate jump after freeze in neutral

• Helps execution of aerial special moves

• Input priority system remains unchanged

Wake-Up Buffer

• Wake-up input buffer increased by 3 frames

Universal Adjustments

Overhead Attack Updates

• Standardized frame disadvantage and block behavior

• Affected characters include:

  • Ryu, Chun-Li, A.K.I., Akuma, Terry, Elena, Sagat

• Pushback adjustments applied to multiple characters

Input & Cancel Fixes

• Improved input handling for:

  • Drive Rush

  • Drive Impact

• Prevents unintended input overrides in specific conditions

New Content & Cosmetics

Fighting Pass

• New pass themed around Alex

Outfits

• Outfit 4 added for:

  • Dee Jay

  • Elena

Not Fully Revealed

• Detailed character-specific balance changes

• Exact buffs and nerfs

Recently, Street Fighter 6 update 1.15 added a new fighter and various other changes. Unfortunately, since the release, players are experiencing issues with the game. Future Street Fighter 6 version 1.28 will fix a few of these issues.

Download the free SF6 patch 1.28 on PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X/S and PC.