Season 3 of Street Fighter 6 is finally here, and Elena has joined the roster. The new season isn’t just about introducing Elena, as CAPCOM has also rebalanced the entire roster and some base mechanics. One of the biggest changes is how perfect parries are performed.
Previously, perfect parries were executed with a single button, but many high-level players argued it was too easy to pull off and offered too much reward. CAPCOM has addressed this by increasing the execution requirement, and here’s how you can perform a perfect parry in Street Fighter 6 after this major update.
How to Perfect Parry in Street Fighter 6 After Season 3 Update
To perform a perfect parry in Street Fighter 6, you now need toblockandinput Drive Parrythe exact moment your opponent’s attack hits.
Think of this new perfect parry as an extension of the block, rather than an individual input like it was before. This adds another layer of execution requirement, which further balances the neutral game.
CAPCOM has confirmed that the way perfect parries react to projectiles is untouched, so you can perfect parry those without the need for holding block.
If you want even more details about the perfect parry, you can visit the updated guide for it in the Street Fighter 6 tutorial section.
This is an advanced skill, and the tutorial entry has been updated onJune 5, 2025.
Overall, I think this is a great change, and one that encourages players to be more conscious about their reactions, and players who aren’t used to reacting to a perfect parry can enjoy some much-needed breathing room.
A perfect parry might have been a bit difficult to pull off before, but it was fairly manageable for moderately skilled players; now it’s something you have to master.
When you’re done mastering the new perfect parry in Street Fighter 6, ensure to check out all theexcellent outfits introduced in the new season.
Ali Hashmi
Ali has been writing about video games for the past six years and is always on the lookout for the next indie game to obsess over and recommend to everyone in sight. When he isn’t spending an unhealthy amount of time in Slay the Spire, he’s probably trying out yet another retro-shooter or playing Dark Souls for the 50th time.
