A unique Street Fighter 6 tournament, dubbed "Sleep Fighter," is coming to Japan, placing a premium on player rest. This Capcom-backed event, sponsored by SS Pharmaceuticals to promote their sleep aid Drewell, introduces a groundbreaking rule: sleep deprivation equals penalties.
Sleep Points: A New Scoring System
This team-based tournament (three players per team) uses a best-of-three match format. Teams earn points through victories, but also accumulate "Sleep Points" based on sleep logs. The week before the tournament, each team member must log at least six hours of sleep nightly. Failure to reach a collective 126 hours results in a five-point deduction for every hour short. The team with the most total sleep time gains the advantage of choosing the tournament's match conditions.
SS Pharmaceuticals emphasizes the link between optimal performance and sufficient sleep, launching the "Let's Do the Challenge, Let's Sleep First" campaign to promote healthy sleep habits in Japan. The Sleep Fighter tournament is reportedly the first esports event to penalize insufficient sleep.
Tournament Details:
The Sleep Fighter tournament takes place on August 31st at Ryogoku KFC Hall in Tokyo. Limited in-person attendance (100 people, lottery selection) will be complemented by a live stream on YouTube and Twitch. Specific broadcast details will be announced on the official tournament website and Twitter (X) account.
The event will feature a roster of prominent professional players and streamers, including two-time EVO champion "Itazan" Itabashi Zangief and top SF player Dogura, promising a thrilling blend of competitive gaming and sleep wellness advocacy.
