SF6 Sleep Fighter: Slumber or Surrender

A unique Street Fighter 6 tournament in Japan, dubbed "Sleep Fighter," prioritizes sleep as a key competitive element. Learn more about this innovative event and its notable participants.

Japan's "Sleep Fighter" SF6 Tournament: Prioritizing Sleep for Victory

This Capcom-sponsored tournament, a collaboration with SS Pharmaceuticals (promoting their sleep aid, Drewell), introduces a groundbreaking rule: insufficient sleep equals penalty points.

Sleep Points: A New Metric in Esports Competition

The Sleep Fighter tournament is a team-based competition (three players per team). Teams earn points through match wins (best-of-three format) and "Sleep Points." In the week leading up to the tournament, each team member must log at least six hours of sleep nightly. Falling short of 126 total hours results in a five-point deduction per missing hour. The team with the most cumulative sleep time gains the advantage of choosing match conditions.

Promoting Sleep Wellness in Esports

SS Pharmaceuticals' campaign, "Let's Do the Challenge, Let's Sleep First," highlights the importance of sleep for peak performance. The Sleep Fighter tournament is reportedly the first esports event to penalize players for lack of sleep.

The tournament takes place on August 31st at the Ryogoku KFC Hall in Tokyo. Limited in-person attendance (100 people, lottery selection) necessitates online viewing via YouTube and Twitch streams. Further broadcast details will be announced on the official website and Twitter (X) account.

Top Players Compete for Glory (and Sufficient Sleep)

The Sleep Fighter tournament features a roster of prominent professional players and streamers, including two-time EVO champion "Itazan" Itabashi Zangief and top SF player Dogura, among others. This event promises a compelling blend of competitive gaming and a focus on sleep health.