Yasmine arrives in Street Fighter 6 on August 3 with high speed Eskrima techniques and Bayani Mode. See her moves, outfits, and Year 4 roadmap.
CAPCOM has confirmed that Yasmine, the first fighter of Street Fighter 6 Year 4, will join the roster on August 3, 2026. The character will be available on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X and S, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC via Steam. Yasmine brings a fast paced Eskrima inspired fighting style rooted in Filipino martial arts, making her one of the most dynamic rushdown characters introduced since launch.
Table of Contents
- Who Is Yasmine in Street Fighter 6
- What Are Yasmine’s Eskrima Based Techniques
- How Does Bayani Mode Work
- What Are Yasmine’s Super Arts
- How Can Players Unlock Yasmine and Her Outfits
- Who Are the Other Year 4 Characters
Who Is Yasmine in Street Fighter 6
Yasmine is a Filipino fighter who learned Eskrima from her Kuya (Older Brother) and Lolo (Grandfather). After her brother mysteriously disappeared, she abandoned her Karambit knife until a viral video of a French supermodel reignited her determination to search for him.
Her story positions her as:
- A rushdown specialist
- A fighter with high mobility
- A character built around pressure and mix ups
Her personality and moveset reflect her relentless drive to uncover the truth behind her brother’s disappearance.
What Are Yasmine’s Eskrima Based Techniques
Yasmine’s moveset blends blade work, acrobatics, and rapid stance transitions. Key techniques include:
- Daloy ng Tubig, a fast advancing knife strike ideal for starting or extending combos
- Alon, a follow up series of slashes that can trigger Bayani Mode depending on intensity
- Talim ng Hangin, a leaping sweep that closes distance or forces defensive errors
- Mukha ng Langit, a somersault attack with frontal or reverse options
- Lipad ng Agila, a multi hit aerial kick sequence
- Pangil sa Likuran, a spinning projectile with variable speeds for pressure and zoning
These tools give her a wide range of creative setups and offensive routes.
How Does Bayani Mode Work
Bayani Mode is Yasmine’s powered up state, activated through successful hits with specific moves such as Alon or Talim ng Hangin. While active, she gains:
- Enhanced properties on special attacks
- New combo extensions
- Additional pressure tools
Bayani Mode is central to her identity as a momentum driven fighter.
What Are Yasmine’s Super Arts
Yasmine’s Super Arts emphasize speed, precision, and explosive finishers:
- Hiwa ng Kalangitan, a Level 1 launcher that ends with a brutal slam and activates Bayani Mode
- Nakatagong Lakas, a Level 2 buff that enhances her specials and grants access to Linya ng Liwanag, a fast behind the back strike
- Pamumukadkad ng Sampaguita, a Level 3 finisher where she spins her opponent and unleashes a devastating final blow
These supers reinforce her aggressive, close range playstyle.
How Can Players Unlock Yasmine and Her Outfits
Yasmine is included in:
- Year 4 Character Pass
- Year 4 Ultimate Pass
Her outfits include:
- Outfit 1, an Eskrima training uniform
- Outfit 2, her school uniform, unlockable by:
- Maximizing her Acquisition Gauge in Avatar Arcade Mode
- Purchasing with Fighter Coins
Who Are the Other Year 4 Characters
Yasmine is the first fighter of Street Fighter 6 Year 4. The remaining characters are:
- Arjun
- Tifa from Final Fantasy VII Remake
- Bosch
Her release will also coincide with full roster balance adjustments across all platforms.