No Snooze? You Lose! SF6 Tournament “Sleep Fighter” Requires You to Rest

A unique Street Fighter 6 tournament in Japan prioritizes sleep! The "Sleep Fighter" tournament demands participants prioritize rest for optimal performance. Learn more about this innovative competition and its star players.

Japan's "Sleep Fighter" Street Fighter 6 Tournament: Sleep or Lose!

This official Capcom-backed event, organized by SS Pharmaceuticals to promote their sleep aid Drewell, introduces a groundbreaking rule: sleep deprivation results in penalties.

The tournament is a team-based competition (three players per team). Teams earn points through wins and "Sleep Points" based on logged sleep hours. In the week leading up to the event, each team member must achieve at least six hours of sleep nightly. Teams failing to reach a combined 126 hours will lose five points per deficient hour. The team with the most total sleep time gets to choose match conditions.

SS Pharmaceuticals highlights the importance of sleep for peak performance with their campaign, "Let's Do the Challenge, Let's Sleep First," aiming to promote healthy sleep habits in Japan. The Sleep Fighter tournament is the first esports event to penalize insufficient sleep, according to the official website.

The Sleep Fighter tournament takes place on August 31st at Ryogoku KFC Hall Tokyo. Capacity is limited to 100 attendees (lottery selection). International fans can watch the live stream on YouTube and Twitch; broadcast details will be announced on the official website and Twitter (X) account.

The tournament features over a dozen professional players and streamers, including two-time EVO champion "Itazan" Itabashi Zangief and top SF player Dogura. Get ready for a day of intense competition and a focus on sleep wellness!