Street Fighter V, developed and published by Capcom, is the fifth mainline entry in the legendary Street Fighter series. Designed with competitive play in mind, the game emphasizes precision, spacing and mind games while introducing new mechanics that deepen strategy without abandoning the franchise’s roots.
 

The defining feature of Street Fighter V is the V-System, a set of mechanics unique to each character. This includes V-Skills, V-Triggers, V-Reversals and V-Shifts, which allow fighters to activate powerful abilities, extend combos, escape pressure or shift momentum during a match. The V-System ensures that each character feels distinct and strategically rich.
 

Street Fighter V retains classic 2D fighting gameplay, focusing on footsies, anti-airs, execution and matchup knowledge. The roster includes iconic characters such as Ryu, Chun-Li, Ken, M. Bison, Cammy and Akuma, alongside new fighters introduced through multiple seasons of updates. Over time, balance patches and character additions significantly expanded and refined the experience.
 

The game features a cinematic Story Mode that explores the global conflict against Shadaloo, offering lore and character interactions beyond traditional arcade endings. Additional modes include Arcade, Training, Survival and extensive online multiplayer with ranked and casual matches.
 

Street Fighter V played a major role in the global esports scene, serving as the primary title for the Capcom Pro Tour for many years. Continuous updates, seasonal content and the release of editions like Street Fighter V : Champion Edition and Street Fighter V : Arcade Edition helped shape the game into a polished competitive platform.
 

With its refined mechanics, evolving roster and strong competitive legacy, Street Fighter V remains a significant chapter in fighting game history.