A unique Street Fighter 6 tournament in Japan emphasizes the importance of sleep. The "Sleep Fighter" tournament, sponsored by SS Pharmaceuticals, incorporates sleep as a key competition element.
Sleep is Key to Victory in the Sleep Fighter SF6 Tournament
This Capcom-backed event, organized to promote the sleep aid Drewell, introduces a novel scoring system. Teams of three battle in best-of-three matches, accumulating points for wins and "Sleep Points" based on nightly sleep hours.
In the week before the tournament, each team member must log at least six hours of sleep per night. Teams failing to reach a combined 126 hours will face point deductions—five points for every hour short. The team boasting the most total sleep time also earns the right to determine match conditions.
SS Pharmaceuticals highlights the link between adequate rest and peak performance, launching the "Let's Do the Challenge, Let's Sleep First" campaign to promote healthy sleep habits in Japan. This is reportedly the first esports tournament to penalize insufficient sleep.
The Sleep Fighter tournament takes place August 31st at Ryogoku KFC Hall Tokyo, with limited in-person attendance (100 people via lottery). Live streaming on YouTube and Twitch will allow global audiences to participate. Details regarding the broadcast will be announced on the official tournament website and Twitter (X) account.
The event features a roster of prominent professional players and streamers, including two-time EVO champion Itazan and top SF player Dogura. Get ready for a day of competitive gaming with a focus on sleep wellness!
