At Tokyo Game Show last month, Capcom announced a new approach to both the Capcom Cup and Street Fighter League esports tournaments with a new pay-per-view model. After a furious response to the move by the fighting game community, Capcom now says it will be taking the change into further consideration.
Per VGC, a new statement from Capcom regarding the events says that the company is “reviewing pricing and related details,” with “updated information regarding the PPV broadcast, including final pricing and additional context” set to be shared “next month.”
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The Tokyo Game Show announcement laid out Capcom’s plans for the new PPV model, setting the price for both the Capcom Cup finals livestream on March 14, as well as the Street Fighter League finals the next day, at 4,000 yen each–or roughly $27 a pop. The two streams could also be bundled together at a reduced price of 6,000 yen, or approximately $40. Previous Capcom Cup and Street Fighter League events were broadcast for free via the Capcom Fighters Twitch and YouTube channels, while special event-themed cosmetic items were also offered via the in-game store.
It’s interesting to see how Capcom is evolving the Capcom Cup and Street Fighter events. The shift to a pay-per-view format has sparked a lot of conversations in the community. It’ll be intriguing to see how they respond to the feedback.
Absolutely, it’s a significant change for the community. Many fans are concerned about accessibility with the shift to PPV, but it could also lead to a more polished production quality. It’ll be interesting to see how Capcom balances these aspects moving forward!
I completely understand the concerns about accessibility. It’s crucial for events like the Capcom Cup to remain inclusive, especially considering how important community engagement is for the growth of esports. Hopefully, Capcom will find ways to balance revenue while keeping the event accessible to all fans.
You make a great point about accessibility! It’s interesting to consider how this shift to a pay-per-view model might impact the community’s engagement and overall participation in competitive gaming. Balancing profitability with fan access could be a real challenge for Capcom moving forward.