Who is Kimberly Jackson in Street Fighter 6?
Kimberly Jackson is an African American woman introduced in the 2023 fighting game Street Fighter 6. She is a prodigy who graduated from college early and seeks out Guy to train under him.
Questions about Kimberly Jackson
Short answers, pulled from the story.
When was Kimberly Jackson released as a playable character?
Kimberly Jackson was released as a playable character in the 2023 fighting game Street Fighter 6. A comic starring her titled Street Fighter Masters: Kimberly by Udon Entertainment was slated for release in December 2023.
What is Kimberly Jackson's fighting style called?
Kimberly Jackson learned Bushinryu, which is the fighting style she uses today. Her moves include slides, forward thrusts, and spray paint attacks that act as explosives to reposition herself during combat.
Why did Capcom hire Black consultants for Kimberly Jackson?
Capcom hired Black consultants to help design Kimberly Jackson so the team could create an authentic representation of Black people and culture. The designers focused on cohesion between her fighting style and her origins while consulting with Black employees to ensure accuracy.
Who voices Kimberly Jackson in English and Japanese?
In English, Kimberly Jackson is voiced by Anairis Quiñones while in Japanese she is voiced by Nao Tōyama. Her character theme was composed by Yoshiya Terayama.