What changed in Street Fighter V in 2017
191 updates · 77 main milestones · Feb 9, 2017 to Dec 20, 2017
- 23 eventsThrowaway Matches Optiongameplay
In Best of Series, choose whether to play all battles even if the winner is decided.
SteamBattle Summary After MatchesgameplayA summary screen shows details of wins, losses, and statistics after each match.
SteamVitality Recovery OptionsgameplayOptions for vitality recovery after rounds include Partial, Partial Green, and Full Recovery.
SteamVitality Recovery OptionsgameplayOptions for how much vitality the winner recovers after each round: Partial, Partial Green, or Full Recovery.
SteamV-Gauge Advantage in EliminationgameplayLosing team can receive V-Gauge based on the difference in fighters remaining.
SteamMatch Formats in Team Versus ModegameplayMilestoneChoose between Elimination and Best of Series formats for team battles.
SteamRound and Match Time SettingsgameplayAdjust the number of rounds required to win and set time limits for rounds.
SteamMatch Formats in Team Versus ModegameplayMilestoneChoose between Elimination and Best of Series formats for team matches.
SteamCPU Difficulty SettinggameplayDetermine the difficulty level of the CPU when playing against it.
SteamAdjustable Round and Match Time SettingsgameplaySet the number of rounds required to win and the time limit for each round.
SteamThrowaway Matches OptiongameplayIn Best of Series, choose whether to play all battles even if a winner is already decided.
SteamIntroduction of Team Versus Modenew contentMilestoneTeam Versus Mode allows local teams of up to five players to compete in various match formats.
SteamFree Update for Current Ownersnew contentMilestoneCurrent owners of Street Fighter V will receive a free update on January 16 including Team Versus Mode.
SteamCharacter Order Change OptiongameplayLosing team can change their character order before the next fight.
SteamIntroduction of Team Versus Modenew contentMilestoneTeam Versus Mode allows local teams of up to five players to compete in various match formats.
SteamMatch Intro and HUD Updatesui uxQuick intro before each match and updated HUD showing players left and their order.
SteamV-Gauge Advantage in EliminationgameplayLosing team can receive V-Gauge based on the number of fighters remaining.
SteamEX Gauge RetentiongameplayOption to retain EX Gauge into the next round for the winning player.
SteamBattle Summary DisplaygameplayA summary appears after each match detailing wins, losses, and statistics.
SteamMatch Intro and HUD Updatesui uxQuick intro before matches and HUD displays player counts and order.
SteamCharacter Order Change for Losing TeamgameplayLosing team can change their character order before the next fight.
SteamCPU Difficulty SettinggameplayDetermine the difficulty level of the CPU when playing against it.
Steam - 14 eventsCostume Preview Featurequality of life
3D previews of costumes will be displayed when selecting costumes from the shop.
SteamIntroduction of Extra Battle Modenew contentMilestoneExtra Battle mode will be a free addition for players, featuring weekly challenges and exclusive costumes.
SteamChanges to Earning Fight Moneybalance changeStarting January 16, certain modes will no longer offer finite batches of Fight Money.
SteamBattle Costume and Colors with New Character Purchasenew contentPurchasing a new character will include their Battle Costume and additional colors.
SteamCostume Sort Feature in Storeui uxA new feature allows players to sort and view available costumes for each character in the store.
SteamCostume Preview Featurequality of life3D previews of costumes will be displayed when selecting costumes from the shop.
SteamIntroduction of Extra Battle Modenew contentMilestoneExtra Battle mode will be a free addition for players, featuring weekly challenges and exclusive costumes.
SteamBattle Costume and Colors with New Character Purchasenew contentPurchasing a new character will include their Battle Costume and additional colors.
SteamCostume Sort Feature in Storeui uxA new feature allows players to sort and view available costumes for each character in the store.
SteamGolden Shadaloo Soldier ChallengesgameplayExtra Battle will include challenges against Golden Shadaloo soldiers to earn Fight Money.
SteamCrossover Costume ChallengesgameplayMilestonePlayers can earn Crossover Costumes by completing four weekly challenges in Extra Battle mode.
SteamCrossover Costume ChallengesgameplayMilestonePlayers can earn Crossover Costumes by completing four weekly challenges in Extra Battle mode.
SteamGolden Shadaloo Soldier ChallengesgameplayPlayers can earn Fight Money by defeating Golden Shadaloo soldiers appearing in Extra Battle mode.
SteamChanges to Earning Fight Moneybalance changeStarting January 16, certain modes will no longer offer finite batches of Fight Money.
Steam - 10 eventsZeku's V-Skill: Fukuro and Tenpo Karinew contentMilestone
Zeku can transform into his younger self, changing his move set and allowing for teleportation.
SteamZeku's V-Trigger: Bushinryu Shinge Kikonew contentMilestoneAllows Zeku to perform a special dash followed by a custom combo.
SteamZeku's V-Skill: Fukuro and Tenpo Karinew contentMilestoneZeku can transform between his older and younger self, changing his move set.
SteamZeku Joins Street Fighter Vnew contentMilestoneZeku, the last character in Season 2, will officially be available on October 24.
SteamZeku's V-Trigger: Bushinryu Shinge Kikonew contentMilestoneAllows Zeku to perform a special dash followed by a custom combo.
SteamZeku Joins Street Fighter Vnew contentMilestoneZeku, the last character in Season 2, will officially be available on October 24.
SteamZeku's Critical Art: Batsuzan Gaiseinew contentMilestoneZeku performs a flurry of strikes while switching forms before finishing with a stomp.
SteamZeku's Critical Art: Batsuzan Gaiseinew contentMilestoneZeku performs a flurry of strikes while switching forms before finishing with a stomp.
Steam - 16 eventsMenat Joins the Rosternew contentMilestone
Menat, the fortune teller, is now available as a new character in Street Fighter V.
SteamMenat's V-Trigger: Wisdom of Thothnew contentMilestoneMenat summons six spheres linked to her normal attacks to attack opponents.
SteamSFV Season 2 Character Pass Availabledlc releaseMilestoneThe Season 2 Character Pass includes Menat and other upcoming fighters.
SteamMenat's V-Trigger: Wisdom of Thothnew contentMilestoneMenat summons six spheres linked to her normal attacks, allowing for strategic projectile attacks.
SteamMenat's Story and Battle Costumesnew contentNew costumes for Menat are available alongside her character release.
SteamSFV Season 2 Character Pass Availabledlc releaseMilestoneThe Season 2 Character Pass grants access to multiple characters including Menat and exclusive content.
SteamMenat Joins the Rosternew contentMilestoneMenat, The Eyes of the Future, officially makes her way into Street Fighter V.
Steam30th Anniversary Costumes Releasedlc releaseNew costumes for M. Bison, Guile, Ibuki, and Karin available for purchase.
SteamMenat's Critical Art: The Nefertemnew contentMilestoneMenat binds her soul power with the opponent to deal devastating damage.
Steam30th Anniversary Costumes Releasedlc releaseNew costumes for M. Bison, Guile, Ibuki, and Karin available for purchase.
SteamMenat's Story and Battle Costumesnew contentMenat comes with her Story and Battle costumes available on August 29th.
Steam30th Anniversary Celebration Bonusseasonal eventPlayers logging in from August 29th to September 5th will receive 30,000FM.
Steam30th Anniversary Celebration Bonusseasonal eventPlayers logging in from August 29th to September 5th will receive an additional 30,000FM.
SteamMenat's V-Skill: Soul Reflect - Kamalnew contentMilestoneMenat can produce a shock wave attack to reflect projectiles and build her V-gauge.
SteamMenat's V-Skill: Soul Reflect - Kamalnew contentMilestoneMenat produces a shock wave attack from her soul power, reflecting projectiles and building her V-gauge.
SteamMenat's Critical Art: The Nefertemnew contentMilestoneMenat binds her soul power with the opponent to deal devastating damage.
Steam - 4 eventsKanzuki Family Stadium Stagenew content
New Capcom Pro Tour themed stage showcasing high-level competition.
SteamChampions Choice Costume for Guiledlc releaseGuile's tactical officer-inspired costume available for purchase.
SteamCapcom Pro Tour 2017 Premier Passdlc releaseIncludes costumes, stage, exclusive colors, and titles for $24.99.
SteamNostalgic Costumes and Suzaku Castle Stage Releasedlc releaseMilestoneThree nostalgic costumes and the Suzaku Castle stage will be available for purchase.
Steam - 19 eventsKanzuki Family Stadium Stagenew content
An all-new Capcom Pro Tour stage showcasing high-level competition, available on July 25th.
SteamChampions Choice Costume for Guilenew contentA tactical officer-inspired costume for Guile, available on July 25th.
SteamNew Character: Abigailnew contentMilestoneAbigail, the biggest man in Metro City, joins Street Fighter V as the fourth new character of Season 2.
SteamNostalgic Costumes and Suzaku Castle Stagenew contentMilestoneIntroducing nostalgic costumes for Alex, Ibuki, and Juri, along with the classic Suzaku Castle stage.
SteamSeason 2 Character Pass Availabledlc releaseMilestoneThe pass includes Akuma, Kolin, Ed, and Abigail, plus two more fighters to be announced.
SteamAbigail's V-Skill: Hungabeenew contentMilestoneAbigail thrusts his belly forwards to counter attacks and set up combos.
SteamSeason 2 Character Pass Availabledlc releaseMilestoneThe Season 2 Character Pass includes Akuma, Kolin, Ed, and Abigail, plus two future characters.
SteamAbigail's V-Trigger: Max Powernew contentMilestoneCharge up heavy punches for armor and extended juggles; full charge breaks guard.
SteamAbigail's Critical Art: Abigail Specialnew contentMilestoneAbigail performs a powerful downward strike followed by a series of attacks.
SteamNew Stage: Metro City Bay Areanew contentMilestoneFight on Abigail's personal stage, featuring an iconic sunrise from Final Fight.
SteamAbigail's V-Skill: Hungabeenew contentMilestoneAbigail thrusts his belly forwards to counter attacks and set up combos.
SteamCapcom Pro Tour 2017 Premier Passdlc releaseMilestoneIncludes previously released costumes, the new Champions Choice Costume, and the Kanzuki Family Stadium stage.
SteamNew Stage: Metro City Bay Areanew contentMilestoneA new stage themed around the Bay Area of Metro City is introduced.
SteamNew Costumes for Abigailnew contentAbigail's Story and Premium Battle costumes are now available.
SteamNew Character: Abigailnew contentMilestoneAbigail, the biggest man in Metro City, joins Street Fighter V as the fourth new character of Season 2.
SteamAbigail's Critical Art: Abigail Specialnew contentMilestoneA powerful downward strike followed by a pummeling and a hook that shatters the screen.
SteamAbigail's V-Trigger: Max Powernew contentMilestoneAbigail can charge up heavy punches for one hit of armour and extended juggles.
Steam - 1 eventNew School Costumes for R. Mika, Nash, and Ibukidlc release
Three new school costumes will be available for R. Mika, Nash, and Ibuki on June 27th.
Steam - 1 eventNew School Costumes for R. Mika, Nash, and Ibukidlc release
Three new school costumes will be available for R. Mika, Nash, and Ibuki on June 27th.
Steam - 20 eventsIntroduction of Ednew contentMilestone
New character Ed available for $5.99 or 100,000 Fight Money.
SteamBalrog Turn Punch Changesbalance changeAdded throw invincibility and changed invincibility frames for various levels of Turn Punch.
SteamDhalsim Stand Heavy Punch Frame Changebalance changeTotal frames for Dhalsim's Stand Heavy Punch changed from 44F to 42F.
SteamSeason 2 Character Pass Availabledlc releaseMilestoneSeason 2 Character Pass available for $29.99, includes access to new characters and costumes.
SteamSeason 2 Character Pass Availabledlc releaseSeason 2 Character Pass available for $29.99, includes access to new characters and costumes.
SteamReturn of Thailand Stagenew contentThailand stage returns with all-new BGM available for $3.99 or 70,000 Fight Money.
SteamNew Spain Stage Launchnew contentRemastered Spain stage with dancers and musicians available for $3.99 or 70,000 Fight Money.
SteamBalrog Turn Punch Adjustmentsbalance changeAdded throw invincibility and changed invincibility frames for various levels of Turn Punch.
SteamIntroduction of Ed as a New Characternew contentMilestoneYoung Commander Ed debuts for $5.99 or 100,000 Fight Money.
SteamDhalsim Stand Heavy Punch Frame Changebalance changeTotal frames for Dhalsim's Stand Heavy Punch changed from 44F to 42F.
SteamNew Spain Stage Releasenew contentRemastered Spain stage with dancers and musicians available for $3.99 or 70,000 Fight Money.
SteamNew Capcom Fighters Network LaunchgameplayMilestoneThe New CFN launches with balance changes, matchmaking improvements, and a 50,000 Fight Money bonus for signing in.
SteamDhalsim Back Throw Distance Reductionbalance changeReduced distance from the opponent after Dhalsim's Back Throw.
SteamNew Capcom Fighters Network LaunchgameplayMilestoneThe New CFN launches with balance changes, matchmaking improvements, and a 50,000 Fight Money bonus.
SteamReturn of Thailand Stagenew contentThailand stage returns with all-new BGM for $3.99 or 70,000 Fight Money.
SteamR.Mika Passion Press Hitbox Reductionbalance changeHitbox for R.Mika's Passion Press has been reduced.
SteamMonthly Targets Introductionquality of lifeNew monthly targets starting in June to earn Fight Money.
SteamR.Mika Passion Press Hitbox Reductionbalance changeHitbox for R.Mika's Passion Press has been reduced.
SteamDhalsim Back Throw Distance Reductionbalance changeReduced distance from the opponent after Dhalsim's Back Throw.
Steam - 7 eventsSeason 2 Balance Changes Previewedbalance change
Numerous balance changes are included in the upcoming update for Season 2.
SteamEd Joins the CFN Betanew contentMilestonePlayers can sample the upcoming character Ed during the Beta.
SteamImprovements to Capcom Fighters NetworkperformanceNew CFN improvements aimed at enhancing the online experience.
SteamSeason 2 Balance Changesbalance changeMilestoneNumerous balance changes introduced in Season 2.
SteamCapcom Fighters Network Beta 2 ScheduledgameplayCFN Beta 2 runs from May 11 to May 14, allowing players to experience cross-play.
SteamCapcom Fighters Network Beta 2 DatesgameplayCFN Beta runs from May 11 to May 14 for PC and PS4 players.
Steam - 12 eventsRelease of Ed's Story and Premium Battle costumesnew content
Ed comes with new costumes for players to customize their character.
SteamEd's Critical Art: Psycho Barragenew contentMilestoneEd lunges forward with a series of punches, weaving around the opponent and ending with a powerful uppercut.
SteamIntroduction of Ed, the Young Commandernew contentMilestoneEd joins the roster as the third Season 2 character, featuring a unique fighting style enhanced by Psycho Power.
SteamNew Character: Ed Joins Street Fighter Vnew contentMilestoneEd, the third Season 2 character, is now available, featuring unique moves and a character story.
SteamEd's V-Skill: Psycho Snatchernew contentMilestoneEd can pull himself or opponents using Psycho Power with his V-Skill.
SteamSeason 2 Character Pass availabledlc releaseMilestoneThe pass includes Ed, Akuma, Kolin, and three additional fighters to be announced, along with exclusive costumes and a PS4 theme.
SteamEd's V-Skill: Psycho Snatchernew contentMilestoneEd releases Psycho Power from his palm, pulling himself or opponents depending on how long he charges it up.
SteamEd's V-Trigger: Psycho Cannonnew contentMilestoneWith a full V-meter, Ed releases an enormous amount of Psycho Power and can follow alongside it for additional attacks.
SteamSeason 2 Character Pass Availabledlc releaseMilestoneThe pass includes Ed, Akuma, Kolin, and three upcoming fighters, along with exclusive content.
SteamEd's Critical Art: Psycho Barragenew contentMilestoneEd performs a series of punches culminating in a powerful uppercut.
SteamEd's V-Trigger: Psycho Cannonnew contentMilestoneWith a full V-meter, Ed releases Psycho Power and can follow it up with attacks.
Steam - 8 eventsSchool Costumes for Ryu, Chun-Li, and Jurinew content
Previously announced school costumes for Ryu, Chun-Li, and Juri will also be available.
SteamSchool Costumes for Ryu, Chun-Li, and Jurinew contentPreviously announced school costumes for Ryu, Chun-Li, and Juri will also be available.
SteamRemastered Thailand Stage Releasenew contentMilestoneThe iconic Thailand Stage has been remastered and will be available for purchase.
SteamPremium School Costumes for Ryu, Chun-Li, and Jurinew contentMilestoneThree premium school costumes for Ryu, Chun-Li, and Juri will be available for purchase.
SteamPremium School Costumes for Ryu, Chun-Li, and Jurinew contentMilestoneThree new premium school costumes for Ryu, Chun-Li, and Juri will be available.
SteamWork Costumes for Alex, R. Mika, and Chun-Linew contentNew work-themed costumes for Alex (firefighter), R. Mika (cheerleader), and Chun-Li (business attire) will be available.
SteamWork Costumes for Alex, R. Mika, and Chun-Linew contentNew work-themed costumes for Alex (firefighter), R. Mika (cheerleader), and Chun-Li (business attire) will be available.
SteamRemastered Thailand Stage Debutsnew contentMilestoneThe iconic Thailand Stage has been remastered and will be available for purchase.
Steam - 8 eventsPotential Additional CFN Beta Testother
Looking into conducting an additional Beta Test for the new CFN.
SteamSeason 2 Balance Updatesbalance changeAdditional balance changes related to Season 2 announced.
SteamNext Season 2 DLC Character Announcementnew contentThe identity of the next Season 2 DLC character will be revealed soon.
SteamCFN Optimization AdjustmentsperformanceMilestoneFurther adjustments made to optimize the new Capcom Fighters Network (CFN).
SteamCFN Optimization AdjustmentsperformanceFurther adjustments made to optimize the new Capcom Fighters Network (CFN).
SteamFree Participation in Upcoming CFN Beta TestgameplayCurrent and new players will be able to participate in the beta for free with all characters unlocked.
SteamNext Season 2 DLC Character Announcementnew contentMilestoneThe identity of the next Season 2 DLC character will be revealed soon.
SteamSeason 2 Balance Updatesbalance changeMilestoneAdjustments made to character balance as part of Season 2 updates.
Steam - 6 eventsCapcom Fighters Network PC Beta Test Beginsnew content
Players can test new CFN servers and preview upcoming Season 2 Balance Updates.
SteamTraining Mode Settings Carryover Plannedquality of lifeSettings will carryover between Training Mode sessions when the new CFN launches, but disabled during the PC Beta.
SteamNew CFN PC Beta Test Beginsnew contentPlayers can test the new Capcom Fighters Network servers and preview upcoming Season 2 Balance Updates.
SteamScheduled Server Maintenance During BetanetworkScheduled maintenance will occur during the beta to ensure server stability and apply hotfixes.
SteamScheduled Server Maintenance During BetanetworkScheduled maintenance will occur to ensure smooth operation and apply hotfixes as needed.
SteamTraining Mode Settings Carryover Plannedquality of lifeSettings will carryover between Training Mode sessions when the new CFN launches, but disabled during the PC Beta.
Steam - 26 eventsNew CFN PC Beta Test Announcementnetwork
A beta test for the new Capcom Fighters Network will start on 3/28 and end on 4/3, limited to Steam users.
SteamInteractive Timeline Featureui uxA live feed of Friends’ activities is now available on the CFN home menu.
SteamRage Quit Penalty System Improvementsquality of lifeMatchmaking logic now considers online behavior, matching frequent disconnectors with similar opponents.
SteamRage Quit Penalty System Improvementsquality of lifeMatchmaking logic now considers online behavior, matching frequent disconnectors with similar opponents.
SteamFriend Management System Updateui uxNew options to add Friends, follow them, and blacklist players.
SteamSeason 2 Balance Adjustments Previewbalance changePC Beta Testers will get a sneak peek at the Season 2 Balance Adjustments.
SteamFriend Management System Updateui uxNew options to add Friends, follow players, and blacklist them.
SteamReduced Match Loading TimesperformanceShorter transition times when entering Ranked or Casual Matches.
SteamSneak Peek at Season 2 Balance Adjustmentsbalance changePC Beta Testers will get a preview of the Season 2 balance adjustments.
SteamImproved CFN Server PerformanceperformanceMilestoneThe CFN has been rebuilt to address server performance issues for a better online experience.
SteamMatchmaking ImprovementsperformanceReduced time to find opponents and logic to avoid repeated matches.
SteamEnhanced Fighter Profile Statsui uxMore detailed stats will be tracked and presented on Fighter Profiles.
SteamInteractive Timeline Featureui uxA live feed of Friends’ activities is now available on the CFN home menu.
SteamReduced Match Loading TimesperformanceShorter transition times when entering Ranked or Casual Matches.
SteamTraining Mode User Settings Savedquality of lifeTraining Mode settings will now carry over to the next access.
SteamIn-Game Announcer Voice UpdateaudioThe in-game announcer will provide stats on players using server data.
SteamImproved CFN Server PerformanceperformanceMilestoneThe CFN has been rebuilt to address server performance issues for a better online experience.
SteamEnhanced Fighter Profile Statsui uxMore detailed stats will be tracked and presented on Fighter Profiles.
SteamTraining Mode User Settings Savedquality of lifeTraining Mode settings will now carry over to the next session.
SteamCountry / League Based Rankingsui uxPlayers can filter leaderboards based on Country or League.
SteamCFN PC Beta Test Announcementnew contentA new CFN PC Beta Test will start on 3/28 and end on 4/3, featuring online modes and all released characters unlocked.
SteamIn-Game Announcer Voice UpdateaudioThe in-game announcer will provide stats on players using server data.
Steam - 10 eventsKolin's Critical Art: Frost Towernew contentMilestone
Kolin dashes forward and summons icicles to attack her opponent.
SteamKolin's V-Skill: Inside Slashnew contentMilestoneKolin's unique counter allows her to deflect and automatically punish incoming moves.
SteamKolin's V-Trigger: Diamond Dustnew contentKolin can slam the ground to shoot out sharp icicles, freezing the opponent's stun gauge.
SteamKolin's Costumes Releasednew contentKolin will have Story, Premium Battle, and Nostalgia costumes available.
SteamKolin's Critical Art: Frost Towernew contentKolin dashes forward and summons large icicles to attack the opponent.
SteamKolin Joins Street Fighter Vnew contentMilestoneThe second Season 2 character, Kolin, will be available on February 28th.
SteamKolin Joins Street Fighter Vnew contentMilestoneThe second Season 2 character, Kolin, will be available on February 28th.
SteamKolin's V-Trigger: Diamond Dustnew contentMilestoneKolin can freeze the opponent's stun gauge with her V-Trigger move.
SteamKolin's Costumes Releasednew contentKolin will have Story, Premium Battle, and Nostalgia costumes available.
SteamKolin's V-Skill: Inside Slashnew contentKolin's unique counter allows her to deflect and automatically punish incoming moves.
Steam - 2 eventsSeason 2 Character Pass Availabledlc releaseMilestone
The Season 2 Character Pass is available for $29.99 and includes Kolin and 4 future characters.
SteamSeason 2 Character Pass Availabledlc releaseMilestoneThe Season 2 Character Pass is now available for $29.99, including Kolin and four more fighters.
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