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Capcom's newest 'Street Fighter' game takes a jab at reviving the golden age of arcades

Battle Hub in Capcom’ s“ Street Fighter 6.”.

Capcom's latest edition in its "Street Fighter" franchise is taking a jab at recreating the golden age of arcades with its Battle Hub feature, and if the game's upcoming release is just like its retro-feeling beta test — it won't miss.

Equipped with the classic person-versus-person fighting you would expect, the Battle Hub is a walkable, mall-like arcade with gaming machines to virtually sit down at, a clothing store to purchase avatar outfits, and most notably, fellow "Street Fighter" aficionados to challenge, cheer on and chat with.

Upon entering the

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