The voice cast for the Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive Orbitals features two actors known for their roles in Street Fighter 6. They reunite to voice the lead characters, Maki and Omura. This casting news was reported by TheGamer, providing one of the first significant behind-the-scenes insights about the upcoming title.
Street Fighter 6 debuted on June 1, 2023, and has kept a player base of around 20,970 concurrent users on Steam as of now. The game boasts an 83% positive rating from 29,938 reviews and is priced at $19.99 on the platform. This makes it one of Capcom’s more enduring live-service fighters.
Capcom’s fighter has been in the spotlight throughout 2026. Ingrid was confirmed as Year 3’s fourth DLC fighter in June, following the exciting addition of Tifa Lockhart from Final Fantasy VII earlier that month. The franchise also headlined EVO Japan 2026 in early June, keeping competitive interest alive as the year progresses.
For Orbitals, bringing in recognizable talent from a popular fighting game shows that Nintendo and the development team are committed to quality for this Switch 2 exclusive. Having continuity in voice acting can enhance chemistry among cast members, which is crucial for a game focused on a duo dynamic like Maki and Omura.
There’s no confirmed release date for Orbitals yet. The Switch 2 launched in 2025, and the platform is still expanding its exclusive game library. Casting announcements like this one hint at the game’s development progress.
| Street Fighter 6 Release Date | June 1, 2023 |
| Steam Review Score | 83% positive |
| Total Steam Reviews | 29,938 |
| Current Steam Price | $19.99 |
| Current Concurrent Players (Steam) | 20,970 |
Community sentiment around Street Fighter 6 on Steam has been more critical than the overall score might suggest in recent months. One reviewer commented: “You might enjoy it at first, but in reality, it’s a terrible game with absolutely no balance adjustments. Weak characters stay weak forever, and it’s not worth playing.” Many players express frustration over Capcom’s slow pace of balance patches. This is a common issue in live-service fighters where the meta can become stagnant, favoring a few dominant characters.
What To Watch
- Whether Capcom shares more Year 3 DLC details for Street Fighter 6 along with a balance patch roadmap, which could address the concerns of players frustrated with the current meta.
- A full voice cast or gameplay reveal for Orbitals — the connection to Street Fighter 6 hints that the game might be further along in development than previously thought.
- How Nintendo positions Orbitals within the Switch 2 exclusive lineup as the platform enters its second full year on the market.
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