Capcom announces the release of
Street Fighter V, saying the new installment in
their fighting series is now available for Windows and PlayStation 4. One aspect
of this that should be noted is that the game in its current state basically
requires getting it to run at 60 fps, as
outlined in this video
and
this article.
Here's the recently released
CG trailer for the
game, and here's word on the release, cross-platform support, and how there will
be no additional purchases involved beyond buying the game:
Capcom, a
leading worldwide developer and publisher of video games, today announced the
release of Street Fighter® V exclusively for the PlayStation®4 computer
entertainment system and Windows PC. Through a strategic partnership between
Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. and Capcom, the latest game in the renowned
series offers cross-platform play that unites Street Fighter® fans into a
unified player base for the first time ever. In North America, the game is
currently available physically and digitally on PlayStation 4 and as a digital
download on Windows PC for MSRP $59.99. European consumers can purchase both
platform releases at retail and digitally. For European pricing, please check
local retailers.
The legendary fighting franchise returns today with Street Fighter V! Stunning
visuals depict the next generation of World Warriors in unprecedented detail,
while exciting and accessible battle mechanics deliver endless fighting fun that
both beginners and veterans can enjoy. Challenge friends online, or compete for
fame and glory on the Capcom Pro Tour.
The initial Street Fighter V purchase will be the only one that consumers need
to make to ensure they always have the most up to date version of the title. A
cinematic story expansion will be released in June 2016 as a free update and
over the course of 2016 (and beyond) further gameplay content, costumes, new
challenges and balance system updates will continually be made available to all
players. For the first time in Street Fighter history, all of the post launch
gameplay content will be earnable completely free of charge through completing
various in-game challenges and receiving earned in-game currency, called Fight
Money. For those who just can’t wait to unlock each piece of new content,
content can also be obtained instantly using purchased in-game currency, called
Zenny.
The first of the 2016 content updates will come in March, when the in-game store
opens and adds a new World Warrior to the roster – Alex. Players who have played
through the majority of the single player content at launch will have earned
enough in-game Fight Money to be able to add Alex to their Street Fighter V
rosters for no additional cost.