AEW’s Kenny Omega Brings Alex to Life for Street Fighter 6 | IGN Fan Fest 2026

IGN

by Rachel Weber

February 25, 2026

AI-Generated Deep Dive Summary

Kenny Omega, the professional wrestler and star of AEW, revealed an exciting new role as the motion capture performer for Alex, a new DLC character in *Street Fighter 6*. The opportunity arose from a simple misunderstanding during initial discussions with the developers. When they mentioned including one of Kenny's signature moves in the game, he assumed it would involve adding a taunt or minor gesture. However, they clarified that they wanted him to perform full motion capture for Alex, leading to an extensive and rewarding experience. Omega described the process as grueling but fulfilling, with a 10-hour session at the studio resulting in significant weight loss due to water loss from sweating. Despite the physical demands, he enjoyed the creative collaboration and saw his ideas implemented in the final animations. The character Alex is inspired by professional wrestling and has appeared in *Street Fighter III: New Generation* since 1997. In *Street Fighter 6*, Alex features powerful super moves like the Raging Spear and The Final Prison

Verticals

gaming

Originally published on IGN on 2/25/2026