Capcom releases Street Fighter 6 update 1.000.028 is available to download on PS5, PC, and Xbox consoles. According to the SF6 update 1.000.028 patch notes, 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 1.000.028 also improves Drive Rush mechanics, overheads, and input responsiveness.
SF6 1.000.028 Patch Notes – March 17, 2026
New DLC Character
Alex
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Added as a playable fighter
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Grappler-style character from Street Fighter III
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Part of Year 3 content lineup
Full Roster Balance Patch
Global Changes
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All characters adjusted
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Damage, frame data, and move properties updated
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Focus on improving neutral options and combo variety
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Overly strong and oppressive moves toned down
Competitive Impact
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Major meta shift expected
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Tier lists and strategies will change
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Functions as a new competitive season reset
System Adjustments
Drive Rush Overhead Standardization
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Overhead attacks from Drive Rush set to -3 on block
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Pushback adjusted to prevent:
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Normal throws connecting
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Light attack chains into lows
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Improves consistency across characters
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Retains low-risk utility despite reduced guard break strength
Drive Rush Input Changes
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Jump input during screen freeze now registers
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Enables immediate jump after freeze in neutral
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Helps execution of aerial special moves
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Input priority system remains unchanged
Wake-Up Buffer
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Wake-up input buffer increased by 3 frames
Universal Adjustments
Overhead Attack Updates
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Standardized frame disadvantage and block behavior
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Affected characters include:
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Ryu, Chun-Li, A.K.I., Akuma, Terry, Elena, Sagat
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Pushback adjustments applied to multiple characters
Input & Cancel Fixes
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Improved input handling for:
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Drive Rush
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Drive Impact
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Prevents unintended input overrides in specific conditions
New Content & Cosmetics
Fighting Pass
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New pass themed around Alex
Outfits
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Outfit 4 added for:
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Dee Jay
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Elena
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Not Fully Revealed
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Detailed character-specific balance changes
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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 1.000.028 will fix a few of these issues.
Download the free SF6 patch 1.000.028 on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S and PC.
