Unbeatable: Jamie's Origin Story and the Revolutionary Drink System in Street Fighter 6

Street Fighter 6 has received glowing reviews from both critics and fans alike, thanks to its impressive range of control options, unique drive mechanic, snappy animations, exceptional netcode, and a stellar cast of characters. Among the standout characters is Jamie Siu, whose unconventional yet familiar martial arts style has quickly made him a fan favorite. Marketed as a friendly rival to the game's new poster boy, Luke, Jamie's popularity has continued to soar since the game's official announcement at the Game Awards 2022 and subsequent release of trailers and open beta tests in early 2023. Professional players like Brian_F and SonicFox and hardcore players have been drawn to Jamie's aggressive fighting style and unique drink mechanic, making him a top pick in the game.

How Street Fighter 6’s Jamie is Linked to Street Fighter 3’s Iconic Duo

Jamie, a self-proclaimed peacemaker from Hong Kong, utilizes his martial arts expertise to defend his hometown, as per Street Fighter 6's official character page. Fans of the franchise may find similarities in Jamie's job with that of the skateboarder twin brothers, Yun and Yang Lee, from Street Fighter 3, who also practiced Bajiquan and Kung Fu. Jamie idolizes the twin brothers and strives to make a similar positive impact on his community. His fighting style reflects his admiration for Yun and Yang, evident in his Swagger Step, resembling Yun's Zesshou Hohou and Luminous Dive Kick mimicking the twins' Raigeki Shu move. However, Jamie's fighting techniques stand out with his use of breakdancing and drunken boxing, making his style unique. As Jamie unleashes his ki-unleashing drink, his moves become even more intriguing.

Street Fighter 6: A Look at Jamie’s Unique Drink Mechanic

Jamie's unique mechanic adds an extra layer of complexity to his character, making him a challenge to master but also rewarding for those who do. Taking a swig from his gourd unlocks new special moves and increases the damage he can inflict. Timing and strategy are key to using these moves effectively.

To drink from the gourd, players must press down twice and hit a punch button. The first drink unlocks the Luminous dive kick, which can be executed with a quarter circle back and kick in the air. This also allows players to perform a target combo of light punch, light kick, and medium punch. After a second drink, Jamie gains the ability to perform the Bakkai breakdance special move with a quarter circle forward and kick, similar to Tekken 7's Eddy Gordo's slippery kick. Finally, a third swig gives Jamie a command grab that players can use to set up combos.

Jamie's limit is at four drinks before he becomes visibly intoxicated, with his hair coming loose from its braid and his skin turning red. However, this transformation also allows him to unleash a powerful kick-and-punch combo that deals significant damage. Despite his alcohol-induced state, Jamie can still consume drinks to refill his drive gauge and recover from burnout. Additionally, some of his combos require him to take a drink between moves. Jamie's moveset is familiar to those who have played as Yun or Yang in Street Fighter 3 or 4, making him a great choice for veteran players. However, new players should focus on mastering the basics of the game with simpler characters like Luke or Ryu before attempting to use Jamie's unique drinking mechanic.

Street Fighter 6 is available now on PC, PS4, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S.