We’re doing our annual Pride Month celebration by spotlighting Capcom Creators who identify as LGBTQIA+!

What is your Twitch/YouTube/Instagram handle?	BlackKrystel
What are your pronouns?	She/her
Tell us your story! What got you into content creation? When did you first start?	I started in 2012 when YouTube was just getting big & realized that no one that looked like me was making gaming/nerdy content so it inspired me to make it myself! I’ve been all over the industry ever since!
What was your first Capcom game?	Resident Evil 2 & Code Veronica, Street Fighter II
Who or what inspires you?	Being able to pave a way for others by pushing the boundaries society puts on us to continue to make space for all diverse & minority voices. My mother is my inspiration & has always giving me the passion to chance my dreams & let nothing hold me back from trying to reach them
How can we uplift and support the LGBTQIA2+ community?	By amplifying our voices & listening to our stories with compassion & understanding — help us say it Lourdes for the people in the back
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What is your Twitch/YouTube/Instagram handle?	keikopincosplay
What are your pronouns?	she/her
Tell us your story! What got you into content creation? When did you first start?	I wanted to show Capcom the West loves Monster Hunter and connect with other fans! I was so worried we’d stop getting games, and I got hooked by the challenge and continued inspiration. 10+ years and 20+ cosplays later, there’s plenty more to do!
What was your first Capcom game?	Okami
Who or what inspires you?	Monster Hunter! The armor, the monsters, the culture, the community – for a long time it felt like MH community was small, but it feels like I meet like minded hunters every day as we support each other and love MH together. I’ve made fond friends by loving Monster Hunter, and find myself inspired time and again by this community.
How can we uplift and support the LGBTQIA2+ community?	Please showcase us on social media, in June but even beyond, and stand by us if the comments turn nasty. Don’t showcase us without standing by us when the times get rough.
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What is your Twitch/YouTube/Instagram handle?	DataDave / DataDave / DataDaveTV
What are your pronouns?	He/him
Tell us your story! What got you into content creation? When did you first start?	I first got into content creation around 2016 when I heard about Twitch. I decided to give it a shot and played a game called Undertale and during my first stream, I got 1 viewer that helped me through the game. It was an enjoyable process, then I streamed the next day, then the next and before you know it, I was partnered on Twitch in 6 months! I kept it going and become one of the first Twitch Ambassadors in 2018 and have continued both my broadcasting, and voice acting journey since them. I’ve had the pleasure of working with various major brands, voicing both in gaming, commercials and more, as well as continue to entertain my community, the Database, as they go Day To Day With DataDave.
What was your first Capcom game?	Street Fighter II
Who or what inspires you?	The various creators I meet while on this gaming journey. I’ve met so many creators both online and in person from being within the content creator space. Seeing their ideas, takes on gaming, as well as collaborations with them has always inspired me to continue to innovate and create within the space.
How can we uplift and support the LGBTQIA2+ community?	Spotlighting and supporting creators. There’s plenty on this platform, and hearing their voices and supporting their content is a great way.
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What is your Twitch/YouTube/Instagram handle?	Instagram/Twitch: @itscherrycos
What are your pronouns?	they/them
Tell us your story! What got you into content creation? When did you first start?	Hi! I’m Cherry (they/them or any pronouns), and I’m a pansexual, non-binary content creator! I first got into cosplaying in 2008, but my love for content creation as a whole started about 10 years ago. I’ve had a love for video games since I was very young, and I just knew I wanted to make creations surrounding that. I began to challenge myself more and more with complex cosplay builds, especially with video game characters. I began showcasing my work more through social media, and eventually moved onto Twitch where I became an Affiliate in 2018! This has allowed me the wonderful chances to travel all over the East Coast as a content creator guest and represent myself as a LGBT+ and Asian-American creator.
What was your first Capcom game?	Darkstalkers Chronicles: The Chaos Tower and Devil May Cry were my first Capcom games!
Who or what inspires you?	What inspires me the most is the excitement of the adventure. With content creation, everything becomes an adventure to me – a challenge to build someone extraordinary from scratch, a chance to dive into fantasy worlds through video games. The greatest adventure is getting to meet tons of amazing people all over the world who share this same love and passion for artistic creation as I do! That excitement is what has inspired me for 16 years now, and keeps me motivated every day!
How can we uplift and support the LGBTQIA2+ community?	Capcom has always been such a genuine support to the LGBT+ community, which has made me love their games even more! Something that has always been important to me is seeing LGBT+ characters naturally represented in video games. That regular inclusion of characters into these stories is a way for the community to see a major part of ourselves represented, and is a way for us to feel valued and seen. I believe that Capcom can continue to show their support for the community by creating more chances to see that representation in these adventures!
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What is your Twitch/YouTube/Instagram handle?	itsonlyVEGA
What are your pronouns?	He/Him
Tell us your story! What got you into content creation? When did you first start?	I initially began content creation in 2019 with the goals of becoming more confident on camera. I’m a chef and wanted to create content around recreating video game food. Streaming has been life changing. I have met so many people, curated a wonderful community and have gotten to share my creativity and love for video games/cooking.
What was your first Capcom game?	Street Fighter II Turbo for the Sega Genesis, technically. But the first Capcom game that made a significant mark was Resident Evil 2. Hands down my favorite Capcom series.
Who or what inspires you?	Seeing content creators who are enthusiastic and genuine find success at what they do inspires me every day to do my best.
How can we uplift and support the LGBTQIA2+ community?	Visibility and outreach. There’s a lot of great content through LGBT creators. Being an LGBTQIA2+ ally is a year-round event.
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A new set of Capcom Snapshots rides in!

Two weeks ago, we asked you to submit your best photos featuring riders, and we found some really great submissions. Check out the selections below!

kanon06 kicks things off with a magical Rathalos ride in Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin.

JoaoMayCry shares a close-up of Cavaliere Angelo riding on a frightening Elder Geryon in Devil May Cry 5.

OguzhanSivri_ shows us a shot of Leon and Ashley riding on a jet ski in Resident Evil 4.

TheREALKoopaTV captures a moment where Ryunosuke and Susato catch a ride on a horse-drawn carriage in The Great Ace Attorney Chronicles (The Great Ace Attorney: Adventures).

silentgear1 gives us a glorious display of Dante revving up his Cavaliere ride in Devil May Cry 5: Special Edition.

SakharineDen takes us away by riding on the back of a wild Griffin in Dragon’s Dogma 2.

Search #CapcomSnapshots on Twitter/X, Instagram and Facebook to find even more of our amazing entries.

Want to be featured in our next bi-weekly spotlight? In order to be eligible, please be sure to follow the guidelines below:

1. Images must be your own from a Capcom game.
2. No explicit content.
3. Images cannot be altered or feature modified content.
4. Images must not contain any personal information.
By using the #CapcomSnapshots tag, you grant us permission to share your content and social media handle on our website and social media channels.

Next theme: Bonds!

Is there a greater bond than that of a rider and their monstie? Maybe a bond with their friends instead? Perhaps there are bonds in other Capcom titles that can be perfectly captured for this theme. Please share your photos by 11:59 AM Pacific on Wednesday, July 3 using the hashtag #CapcomSnapshots for a chance to be featured in our next spotlight. Show us a true connection!

The power of the Satsui no Hado is strong in these Capcom Snapshots!

Two weeks ago, we asked you to show us your best Akuma photos to celebrate his release in Street Fighter 6, and we’ve seen some mighty entries, some users providing more than one excellent submission. Check out our selections below!

tmma1869 shows us the moment before Akuma casually uses Raging Demon on a fearsome foe.

2GrayFox3 takes a candid photo of Akuma in Enma’s Hollow in World Tour… Doesn’t seem like he caught him on a good day.

Nuriko_SF6 captures the fierceness of Giant Akuma in the Battle Hub during the Giant Attack event.

grokemon_insta dares to challenge the demon in his lair of Enma’s Hollow. Hope they’re prepared!

tmma1869 gets Akuma on his good side as he prepares for battle.

2GrayFox3 closes things out with the first image of Akuma you see before a potential impending doom.

Search #CapcomSnapshots on Twitter/X, Instagram and Facebook to find even more of our amazing entries.

Want to be featured in our next bi-weekly spotlight? In order to be eligible, please be sure to follow the guidelines below:

1. Images must be your own from a Capcom game.
2. No explicit content.
3. Images cannot be altered or feature modified content.
4. Images must not contain any personal information.
By using the #CapcomSnapshots tag, you grant us permission to share your content and social media handle on our website and social media channels.

Next theme: Rider!

There are plenty of options to consider for riders of all types in Capcom games. Of course, with Monster Hunter Stories and Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin releasing on new platforms, those will also be prime candidates! Please share your photos by 11:59 AM Pacific on Wednesday, June 19 using the hashtag #CapcomSnapshots for a chance to be featured in our next spotlight. Ride on!

As Summer approaches, our Capcom Pet of the Month sends their warmest regards!

Meet Tahoe, a 13-year-old Tortoiseshell cat that has seen the unnecessary roughness in the world and has opted for a life of peaceful tranquility. Because of her harmonious morals, Tahoe chooses to subdue her natural instincts as a carnivore and instead prioritizes unity with all beings… which means she shouldn’t be your first choice if you’re looking for a cat to help with pest control.

Always sweet and caring, this senior kitty loves companionship, be it from her humans or even the occasional smaller creatures she comes across. She once gained a companion in the form of a mouse, finding appreciation with her tiny friend to the point that she shared her own food to show her gratitude. Of course, sometimes, a friendship must come to an end, and her rodent companion was eventually taken away from her.

Visibly distraught after the loss of her friend, it took several weeks for her to return to normal. Now she searches for new connections, hoping to find yet another bond to replace the one she had previously formed. Maybe one day she’ll find one, but for now, Tahoe will always have the loving humans that take care of her.

Tune in on the first Wednesday of every month to see the next Capcom Pet of the Month!

AAPI Month is celebrated every May to reflect and celebrate the importance that Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders have had on our history.

Each year, we highlight Capcom Creators who are part of the AAPI community and ask them a series of questions about their cultures and experiences. Let’s hear from them below!

Name:  cakepleaase

Handle: cakepleaase

What are your pronouns? She/Her

What was your first Capcom game? Monster Hunter Tri

What started your content creation journey? My closest friends encouraged me to start streaming during the global pandemic in 2020 since I was living away from my family and friends at the time for school.

What inspires you to make content? My passion for making a difference in the lives surrounding me and my sister Abegail inspires me to create content. If I’ve made someone feel loved and appreciated, I know I’ve done my job right as a content creator!

Why is AAPI representation important in the gaming industry?  AAPI representation is imperative in the gaming industry as AAPI communities have always taken a significant space and represented that gaming is diverse, inspiring various cultural narratives and recognizing creators from all backgrounds. Without AAPI representation, we would not have the creativity and innovativeness we have in the gaming industry today. AAPI representation has undoubtedly shaped gaming communities across the globe by creating inclusion and opportunity rather than exclusion for AAPI people.

In what ways can we uplift and support the AAPI community? Ways to uplift and support the AAPI community is by continuously acknowledging and highlighting the contributions of AAPI communities, creators, and employees in the gaming space by hearing their voices in all aspects of the gaming industry and the stories that connected them to gaming. To be heard is to be seen, and to be seen is to be represented.

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Name:  HienKong

Handle: HienKong

What are your pronouns? He/Him

What was your first Capcom game? Street Fighter II

What started your content creation journey? I wanted to find a space to show off my art work and show many the skillset I have to offer.

What inspires you to make content? My Friends & Family because they helped push me to becoming an Artist.

Why is AAPI representation important in the gaming industry? I believe AAPI representation is very important because it helps welcome people of that community into the gaming industry and are a valued member.

In what ways can we uplift and support the AAPI community? By letting the AAPI community know their voices are heard and reassure them that they are not an afterthought.

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Name:  Takoronron

Handle: Takoronron

What are your pronouns? She/her

What was your first Capcom game? Monster Hunter

What started your content creation journey? Pandemic about 3 years ago

What inspires you to make content? To bring a moment of positivity and smiles to all

Why is AAPI representation important in the gaming industry? The diversity.

In what ways can we uplift and support the AAPI community?Appreciate and informing our cultures. And programs like this!

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Name:  Kuya Jaypi

Handle: kuyajaypi

What are your pronouns? He/Him

What was your first Capcom game? Mega Man: Dr. Wily’s Revenge

What started your content creation journey?  My love for art and games started my content creation.

What inspires you to make content?  Putting a smile on people’s faces with my fan art is what gives me motivation.

Why is AAPI representation important in the gaming industry? It ensures diversity, cultural authenticity, and market growth, while also empowering AAPI individuals, fostering creativity, and promoting inclusion within gaming communities.

In what ways can we uplift and support the AAPI community? Spotlight AAPI content creators

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Name:  Backlog Battle

Handle: Backlog Battle

What are your pronouns? He/him

What was your first Capcom game? Mega Man 2

What started your content creation journey? This was way back in 2017, but when someone asked me if there were any fun video game news, I noticed that a majority of them were negative. Moreover, I saw so many people around me burning out on games because they were treating it like work! So I started my channel with the goal of leveling up the fun in games and understanding why so many people can have such a diverse reaction and enjoy parts of games that no one else can!

What inspires you to make content? The games that I play! I love the diversity of experiences that video games can offer, and you can really live out some of your dreams in them!

Why is AAPI representation important in the gaming industry? There’s not many Filipino content creators out there, so I wanted to show how passionate Filipinos are when it comes to gaming. There was never a moment growing up that I didn’t find a fellow Filipino who didn’t play video games and I wanted to spread the joy and love that we have with our favorite hobby!

In what ways can we uplift and support the AAPI community? Representation in games is super important these days and there’s very, very few video games that feature Filipino characters. It’d be great to see more Filipinos in games and, better yet, if our legends and myths became part of the larger fantasy realms that exist out there! We have a rich history ripe for storytelling too! I guess this is all to say that it’d be great if we can normalize Filipinos in games – because we’re everywhere!

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It’s time to reach for the skies with these Capcom Snapshots!

Two weeks ago, we asked the shutterbugs out there to capture the best skies in Capcom games. With so many options to choose from, it wasn’t easy to pick from the submissions, but we feel like we got a pretty good variety of skies, so check out our selections below!

tmma1869 looks to the skies in Street Fighter 6’s World Tour, where absolutely nothing strange occurs. Nothing unusual at all…

TheREALKoopaTV shows a close-up of the moonlit skies during a timely exchange in Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective.

spardawifey gives us a great shot of Vergil in front of a bright but ominous sky in Devil May Cry 5.

kanon06 takes us to the Forlorn Arena in Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak, where a Lucent Nargacuga rests under a beautiful starry sky.

secondcapture captures this glorious Griffin shot in the skies of Dragon’s Dogma 2.

abdelkrim_012 closes things out with a stunning look of the sky during a sunrise in Resident Evil 4.

Search #CapcomSnapshots on Twitter/X, Instagram and Facebook to find even more of our amazing entries

Want to be featured in our next bi-weekly spotlight? In order to be eligible, please be sure to follow the guidelines below:

1. Images must be your own from a Capcom game.
2. No explicit content.
3. Images cannot be altered or feature modified content.
4. Images must not contain any personal information.
By using the #CapcomSnapshots tag, you grant us permission to share your content and social media handle on our website and social media channels.

Next theme: Akuma!

Did you know that the Sky theme was a reference to the kanji on Akuma’s back? Well with Akuma’s launch in Street Fighter 6, now is the time to fully unleash the demon with your best Akuma snapshots! Please share your photos by 11:59 AM Pacific on Wednesday, June 5 using the hashtag #CapcomSnapshots for a chance to be featured in our next spotlight. Messatsu!

We’re rolling out the red carpet for these Capcom Snapshots!

Two weeks ago, we asked for you to share your burning red images, and we had some fantastic entries. With red being such a striking color, we enjoyed seeing what everyone chose for their scarlet subject. Check out our selections below!

hikari_yukihana brings the pain to an unfortunate soul with Stygian Zinogre’s Voltage Crash in Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin.

2GrayFox3 gives us a look at the Metro City Chinatown nightlife in Street Fighter 6’s World Tour.

brukaoru paints the town red with Dante using the Dr. Faust equipment in Devil May Cry 5.

MistyIsHere shares our favorite red-clad defense attorney, Apollo Justice, as he humbly fights for his client in Apollo Justice: Ace Attorney Trilogy.

RosemaryWin0 shows us just how striking Ada’s iconic red can be in Resident Evil 4 – Separate Ways.

wa_ca_bi closes things out with this red veiled image from Dragon’s Dogma 2.

Search #CapcomSnapshots on Twitter/X, Instagram and Facebook to find even more of our amazing entries.

Want to be featured in our next bi-weekly spotlight? In order to be eligible, please be sure to follow the guidelines below:

1. Images must be your own from a Capcom game.
2. No explicit content.
3. Images cannot be altered or feature modified content.
4. Images must not contain any personal information.
By using the #CapcomSnapshots tag, you grant us permission to share your content and social media handle on our website and social media channels.

Next theme: Sky!

There are many different skies in our games, and plenty of ways to show off how interesting they can be! You can even go with something a bit more symbolic. Please share your photos by 11:59 AM Pacific on Wednesday, May 22 using the hashtag #CapcomSnapshots for a chance to be featured in our next spotlight. The sky’s the limit!

This Capcom Pet of the Month May just touch your heart!

Meet Piper, a 7-year-old Chihuahua Terrier mix full of love. Rescued from a shelter in Fresno, California, Piper found her forever home and continues to discover the wonders of life through many of her adventures.

Despite her small size, Piper has tons of energy, enjoying her squirrel chases or going on long hikes, with her longest hike being 12 miles! Of course, she’ll also gladly take the chance to enjoy the buffet of smells from outside the car window, soak up some sun, or be a cool canine in the snow. No matter the journey, Piper is always ready!

While Piper might not be well known for tricks, she can still give a good handshake when you ask nicely. As for favorite toys, she’s a big fan of her squeaky sheep and her “teeth” ball, giving everyone her best smile to show how happy she is.

Tune in on the first Wednesday of every month to see the next Capcom Pet of the Month!

Here be monsters in this set of Capcom Snapshots!

Two weeks ago, we asked for you to submit your photos of monsters from our games. Many of you have been showcasing some amazing shares, creating arguably the fiercest competition yet. After an extremely tough selection process, these are the submissions we’ve chosen.

MattyKunnn kicks things off with a monstrous showdown between a Griffin and a Golem in Dragon’s Dogma 2.

JoaoMayCry keeps it stylish by posing with a Rathian and some Palicoes from Monster Hunter in the Street Fighter 6 Battle Hub.

SakharineDen shows a fighter valiantly charging towards this mighty Drake in Dragon’s Dogma 2. Who will be victorious?

OguzhanSivri_ stares down the intimidating Uriaș from Resident Evil Village.

i3ecci_ gives us this breathtaking shot with the inquisitive Sphinx in Dragon’s Dogma 2.

GallliGaruga closes things out with this Spiribird’s plight, as it seems to be caught in the path of a raging Tigrex in Monster Hunter Rise.

Search #CapcomSnapshots on Twitter/X, Instagram and Facebook to find even more of our amazing entries.

Want to be featured in our next bi-weekly spotlight? In order to be eligible, please be sure to follow the guidelines below:

1. Images must be your own from a Capcom game.
2. No explicit content.
3. Images cannot be altered or feature modified content.
4. Images must not contain any personal information.
By using the #CapcomSnapshots tag, you grant us permission to share your content and social media handle on our website and social media channels.

Next theme: Red!

Red can represent a variety of things from Capcom titles, so show us how you can best use the color in your shares! Please share your photos by 11:59 AM Pacific on Wednesday, May 8 using the hashtag #CapcomSnapshots for a chance to be featured in our next spotlight. Time to paint the town red!

Magic is in the air with these Capcom Snapshots!

A couple weeks ago, we asked for you to submit your spellbinding shares. While we received shares from multiple different titles, there were some mesmerizing Dragon’s Dogma 2 entries that we just couldn’t ignore. Check out our selections below!

secondcapture gives us this wondrous shot of their Arisen reading from a grimoire to cast a spell in Dragon’s Dogma 2.

_AKingsCreation fights off a mighty Griffin in a blizzard conjured by the Hagol spell in Dragon’s Dogma 2.

vp_sim shares this stunning image of their blazing battle against a powerful Drake in Dragon’s Dogma 2.

xXShy_VioletXx brings the heat to this Griffin in Dragon’s Dogma 2, and it looks like they aren’t finished yet.

KarlTheKrab shows a close-up of their Arisen aiming a Magickal Bow at what is likely an unlucky target in Dragon’s Dogma 2.

MistyIsHere ends our magic show with a little stage magic from Trucy Wright in Apollo Justice: Ace Attorney Trilogy (Apollo Justice: Ace Attorney).

Search #CapcomSnapshots on Twitter/X, Instagram and Facebook to find even more of our amazing entries.

Want to be featured in our next bi-weekly spotlight? In order to be eligible, please be sure to follow the guidelines below:

1. Images must be your own from a Capcom game.
2. No explicit content.
3. Images cannot be altered or feature modified content.
4. Images must not contain any personal information.
By using the #CapcomSnapshots tag, you grant us permission to share your content and social media handle on our website and social media channels.

Next theme: Monsters!

Capcom games are known to feature many iconic monsters, so here’s your chance to put your favorites in the spotlight! Please share your photos by 11:59 AM Pacific on Wednesday, April 24 using the hashtag #CapcomSnapshots for a chance to be featured in our next spotlight. Do you believe in magic?

The new Capcom Pet of the Month is ready to spring into action!

Meet Finnegan, a 1-year-old tabby cat, and also the adopted brother of Dorothy. Sometimes going by Finn, Finny, or “Crazy,” he can be a real handful at times, and he’ll make sure you know that he doesn’t let anything get in his way.

Since he’s still young, Finnegan finds enjoyment in the little things. From cellophane pounce balls to small plastic springs, he can keep himself entertained fairly easily with these. Of course, his true goal is to finally obtain the “Red Dot of Doom” that occasionally shows up and eludes him. One day, perhaps…

When he’s not playing with his cat toys, Finnegan will often be found jumping on his older sister, Dorothy. Of course, that doesn’t mean he’ll ignore you, as he’ll take chances to sneak up and give you a random bite to show that he cares. Unfortunately, he’s not the type to let you pick him up, but he’ll make it up to you by wearing silly outfits and funny hats.

Tune in on the first Wednesday of every month to see the next Capcom Pet of the Month!