What changed in Street Fighter V in 2015

89 updates · 45 main milestones · Aug 27, 2015 to Dec 17, 2015

  1. 6 events
    Beta Test Dates Announcedseasonal event

    Upcoming beta test for Street Fighter V will take place from December 18 to 20.

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    Steam Controller Supportnew content

    Street Fighter V will support the Steam controller during the upcoming beta test.

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    Upcoming Beta Test Datesseasonal event

    Beta test for Street Fighter V will take place from December 18 to December 20.

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    Steam OS Support Announcementsystem

    Street Fighter V will officially support Steam OS.

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    Steam OS Support Announcementsystem

    Street Fighter V will be officially supporting Steam OS.

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    Steam Controller Supportnew content

    Street Fighter V will support the Steam controller during the upcoming beta test.

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  2. 21 events
    Introduction of In-Game Currency: Fight Money and Zennystore

    Players can earn Fight Money through gameplay or purchase Zenny with real money for immediate access to content.

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    Street Fighter V 3rd Beta Test Dates Announcednew contentMilestone

    The third round of beta tests will take place from 12/18 12:01 AM PT to 12/20 10 PM PT.

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    F.A.N.G Character Revealnew contentMilestone

    F.A.N.G, the final character of Street Fighter V’s starting roster, is introduced with unique poison attacks.

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    Beta Invite Codes for Participantsnew content

    Every beta test participant will receive beta invite codes to share with friends.

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    Street Fighter V 3rd Beta Test Dates Announcednew content

    The third round of beta tests will run from 12/18 12:01 AM PT to 12/20 10 PM PT.

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    Street Fighter Resurrection Webseries Announcednew content

    A new webseries titled Street Fighter Resurrection will be produced by the team behind Street Fighter Assassins' Fist.

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    Post-Launch Characters Revealednew contentMilestone

    Six additional characters confirmed for release in 2016: Alex, Guile, Ibuki, Balrog, Juri, and Urien.

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    2016 Season Pass Announcementnew contentMilestone

    Six additional characters confirmed for post-launch release: Alex, Guile, Ibuki, Balrog, Juri, and Urien.

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    In-Game Currency Systemnew contentMilestone

    Introduction of Fight Money and Zenny for acquiring new content in the game.

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    Beta Features Revealednew content

    Features include Ranked Match, Casual Match, Training, Capcom Fighters Network, Battle Setting, and Options.

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    Street Fighter Resurrection Webseries Announcednew content

    A new webseries titled Street Fighter Resurrection will be produced for Machinima.

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    2016 Season Pass Pre-PurchasestoreMilestone

    The 2016 Season Pass is available for pre-purchase at $29.99, including all six characters and premium costumes.

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    Beta Invite Codes for Participantsquality of life

    Every beta test participant will receive beta invite codes to share with friends.

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    F.A.N.G Character Revealnew contentMilestone

    F.A.N.G, the final character of Street Fighter V’s starting roster, introduced with unique poison attacks.

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    Beta Features Detailedgameplay

    The beta will include Ranked Matches, Casual Matches, Training, Capcom Fighters Network, Battle Settings, and Options.

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    Teaser for Opening Movie Revealednew content

    A teaser for the opening movie of Street Fighter V has been revealed.

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    2016 Season Pass Announcementdlc releaseMilestone

    Pre-purchase the 2016 Season Pass for $29.99 to get six additional characters and exclusive content.

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    F.A.N.G's V-Trigger: DokunomugameplayMilestone

    F.A.N.G emits a poisonous cloud that continuously damages opponents nearby.

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    F.A.N.G's V-Trigger: DokunomugameplayMilestone

    F.A.N.G emits a poisonous cloud that continuously damages opponents nearby.

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    F.A.N.G's V-Skill: NishodokugameplayMilestone

    F.A.N.G sends out a slow moving poison-filled projectile that deals damage on contact.

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    F.A.N.G's V-Skill: NishodokugameplayMilestone

    F.A.N.G sends out a slow moving poison-filled projectile that deals damage on contact.

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  3. 22 events
    Laura's Unique Grappler MechanicsgameplayMilestone

    Laura is the first grappler in the series to have a projectile, changing her approach in battles.

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    Laura's V-Trigger: Spark ShowgameplayMilestone

    Activating Spark Show enhances Laura's Thunder Clap projectile and increases stun on her attacks.

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    Laura's V-Trigger: Spark Shownew contentMilestone

    Activating Spark Show enhances Laura's Thunder Clap projectile, increases stun on attacks and grabs, and improves her movement.

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    Fight Money Unlockablesgameplay

    Players can unlock items through Fight Money during the beta, including titles and the Kanzuki Estate stage.

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    Introduction of Laura Matsudanew contentMilestone

    Laura Matsuda, a new character specializing in Matsuda Jiu-Jitsu, joins Street Fighter V.

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    PS4 to PC Cross-Platform PlaygameplayMilestone

    Testing of PS4 to PC cross-platform play functionality on October 24th and 25th.

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    New Characters Available in Betanew content

    Ken, Necalli, Vega, and R. Mika will be selectable during the beta. Rashid will be added on October 23rd and Karin on October 24th.

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    PC Beta Accessnew content

    Beta access is opened to PC users for the first time starting October 24th.

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    Beta Access for PC Usersnew content

    PC users will gain access to the beta starting October 24th.

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    Ranked Matchmaking Implementationgameplay

    Players will be automatically paired with opponents of equal skill in ranked matchmaking.

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    First Grappler with a Projectilenew contentMilestone

    Laura is the first grappler in the Street Fighter series to have a projectile, changing her approach in battles.

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    Introduction of Laura Matsudanew contentMilestone

    Laura Matsuda, a new character specializing in Matsuda Jiu-Jitsu, joins Street Fighter V.

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    New Characters Available in Betanew content

    Ken, Necalli, Vega, and R. Mika will be selectable during the beta, with Rashid added on October 23rd and Karin on October 24th.

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    Player Search Functionalitygameplay

    Players can search for top players and view their fighter profiles.

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    Player Search Functionalitygameplay

    Players can search for top players and view their fighter profiles.

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    Ranked Matchmaking Implementationgameplay

    Players will be automatically paired with opponents of equal skill in ranked matchmaking.

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    PS4 to PC Cross-Platform PlaygameplayMilestone

    Testing of cross-platform play between PS4 and PC users will occur on October 24th and 25th.

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    Fight Money Unlockablesgameplay

    Players can unlock items using Fight Money during the beta, including titles and the Kanzuki Estate stage.

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    Laura's V-Skill: Linear MovementgameplayMilestone

    Laura can move in and out of the opponent’s range using her V-Skill, allowing for strategic positioning.

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    Laura's V-Skill: Linear Movementnew contentMilestone

    Laura can move in and out of the opponent’s range using her V-Skill, performing an overhead kick if no direction is held.

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    Combined Leaderboardsgameplay

    Leaderboards will track top players across both PC and PS4 during the beta.

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    Combined Leaderboards for Betagameplay

    Leaderboards will track top players across both platforms during the beta.

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  4. 6 events
    Zangief's V-Trigger: Cyclone Lariatnew contentMilestone

    Zangief spins rapidly to pull in opponents and can hit them multiple times.

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    Zangief Joins Street Fighter Vnew contentMilestone

    The iconic character Zangief, known as the 'red cyclone', is added to the roster.

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    Zangief's V-Skill: Iron Musclenew contentMilestone

    Zangief can absorb one attack and gain recoverable health while closing in on opponents.

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    Zangief Joins Street Fighter Vnew contentMilestone

    The iconic character Zangief, known as the 'red cyclone', is added to the roster.

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    Zangief's V-Skill: Iron Musclenew contentMilestone

    Zangief can absorb one attack, gaining recoverable health and closing in on opponents.

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    Zangief's V-Trigger: Cyclone Lariatnew contentMilestone

    Zangief spins rapidly to pull in opponents, with options for quick or multiple hits.

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  5. 20 events
    Patch and Tournament News Updatesui ux

    Check out the latest patch and tournament news within CFN.

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    Karin's V-Trigger: Kanzuki-Ryu Guren No KatagameplayMilestone

    Unlocks the Guren Ken attack with multiple follow-ups, enhancing her flexibility in combat.

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    Rival Designation and Monitoringui ux

    Players can designate rivals and monitor their performance in the Capcom Fighters Network.

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    Player Profiles and Match Statisticsui ux

    View detailed match statistics and player profiles through CFN.

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    Introduction of Capcom Fighters Networknew contentMilestone

    A community tool integrated into Street Fighter V for tracking battles, player stats, and more.

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    CFN Heat Map Featureui ux

    Players can see where battles are happening globally on a heat map.

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    Karin Kanzuki Joins Street Fighter Vnew contentMilestone

    Karin returns to the series with a new design and play style, featuring unique moves and a Kanzuki fighting style.

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    CFN Heat Map Featureui ux

    Players can see where battles are happening globally on a heat map.

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    Karin's V-Trigger: Kanzuki-Ryu Guren No KatagameplayMilestone

    Karin unlocks the Kanzuki fighting style, gaining access to the Guren Ken attack with multiple follow-ups.

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    Karin's V-Skill: MeiokengameplayMilestone

    Karin lunges forward with a palm strike that dissipates projectiles and builds her V-Trigger gauge.

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    Karin Kanzuki Joins Street Fighter Vnew contentMilestone

    Karin returns to the series with a new design and play style, featuring unique moves and a new fighting style.

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    Karin's V-Skill: MeiokengameplayMilestone

    Karin lunges forward with a palm strike that dissipates projectiles and builds her V-Trigger gauge.

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    Replay File Search and Viewingui ux

    Search and watch replay files within the Capcom Fighters Network.

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    Player Profiles and Match Statisticsui ux

    View detailed player profiles and match statistics through the Capcom Fighters Network.

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    Introduction of Capcom Fighters Network (CFN)new contentMilestone

    A community tool integrated into the game for tracking battles, player stats, and more.

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    Replay File Search and Watchingui ux

    Search and watch replay files of matches.

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    Rival Designation and Monitoringui ux

    Players can designate rivals and monitor their performance.

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    Patch and Tournament News Updatesui ux

    Check out the latest patch and tournament news within the Capcom Fighters Network.

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    Online Battle Invitationsui ux

    Send online battle invitations to other players.

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    Online Battle Invitationsui ux

    Send online battle invitations through the Capcom Fighters Network.

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  6. 8 events
    Introduction of Rashid, New Characternew contentMilestone

    Rashid, a new character from the Middle East, joins Street Fighter V with unique wind-based abilities.

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    Rashid's V-Skill 2: Rolling Assaultnew content

    Rashid closes the gap with a quick front roll, with an upward kick option.

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    Rashid's V-Skill 1: Front Flipnew content

    Rashid performs a high flying flip over the opponent, with a divekick option.

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    Rashid's V-Skill 2: Rolling Assaultnew content

    Rashid closes the gap with a quick front roll, with an upward kick option when pressing kick during the roll.

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    Rashid's V-Skill 1: Front Flipnew content

    Rashid performs a high flying flip over the opponent, with a divekick option when pressing kick during the flip.

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    Introduction of Rashid, New Characternew contentMilestone

    Rashid, a new character from the Middle East, joins Street Fighter V with unique abilities and a parkour-inspired fighting style.

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    Rashid's V-Trigger: Ysaarnew content

    Rashid throws a slow moving whirlwind that damages opponents on contact and enhances his movement.

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    Rashid's V-Trigger: Ysaarnew contentMilestone

    Rashid throws a slow-moving whirlwind that damages opponents upon contact and enhances his movement on forward-propelling attacks.

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  7. 6 events
    R. Mika's V-Trigger: NadeshikogameplayMilestone

    R. Mika can call her tag-team partner Nadeshiko for high-flying attacks from different angles based on the direction held during activation.

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    R. Mika's V-Skill: Mic PerformancegameplayMilestone

    R. Mika can perform a monologue that enhances her normal and special throws while absorbing one hit.

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    R. Mika's V-Skill: Mic PerformancegameplayMilestone

    R. Mika performs a monologue that enhances her normal and special throws, allowing her to absorb one hit.

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    R. Mika Joins the Rosternew contentMilestone

    R. Mika, the 7-Colored Bomber, makes her debut in Street Fighter V after her last appearance in Street Fighter Alpha 3.

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    R. Mika Joins the Rosternew contentMilestone

    R. Mika, the 7-Colored Bomber, is now a playable character in Street Fighter V.

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    R. Mika's V-Trigger: Nadeshiko VariationsgameplayMilestone

    R. Mika's V-Trigger allows her partner Nadeshiko to perform different high-flying attacks based on the direction held.

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