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http://www.designntrend.com/articles/72474/20160322/street-fighter-v-rumors-march-update-alex-reveal-tournament.htm
The speculation comes to Design & Trend via the
Capcom-Unity forums with help from
NeoGAF. During Final Round 19 this weekend, players watching the event stream noticed some curious statements.
(Photo : Capcom/Steam) "Street Fighter V's" March update and Alex character DLC may be revealed at a tournament this week according to recent rumors. A message from a prominent Twitch streamer gave rise to the speculation. "Street Fighter V" is available now on PS4 and PC.
"Street Fighter V" fans have been anxious for details about
the game's March update, and new rumors may reveal when it's coming. With a major tournament set for later this week, an Alex reveal seems possible.
At one point in the Twitch chat, the CapcomFighters account asked viewers if they wanted to know more details about the March update. When the affirmative replies poured in, the account said "NCR is next week, please tune in" with a winking emoticon. As this tease appeared to come from an official Capcom Cup source, fighting game enthusiasts are freaking out. Could this truly imply that a big announcement is due in the next few days?
It certainly looks that way on the surface, but fans may want to temper their expectations a bit. Upon closer analysis, it was determined that a popular streamer by the name of Honzo Gonzo was responsible for typing the statement. While his reputation as a "Street Fighter" content producer might possibly give him some insider knowledge of Capcom's plans, this online personality is also known for being a massive troll. As is the standard in the games industry, everything he's mentioned should be taken with a grain of salt.
That being said, much of the "
Street Fighter V" community is inclined to agree with Honzo even if they don't completely trust the source. As one player pointed out, the upcoming March update intends to remove Option-select features from the game. To pro combatants, this change would fundamentally alter how it plays. Because of this, it would be foolish for
Capcom to revise anything with the NorCal Regionals so close. It would be fairer from a competitive standpoint to make that adjustment after the tournament finishes on March 27.
Ergo, a common belief is that the event could close with
an Alex demo or March update showcase to dazzle attendees. Since it's approaching the end of the month, the patch could be pushed immediately after the reveal or in the following days.
Should the above rumors be true, a NCR reveal would also abide by Capcom's current "Street Fighter V" strategy of pandering to its pro community. Considering the fighting game launched with such little content in tow, many feel it was released early to arrive before the major tournament cycle began. If that's the case, there's no doubt that this developer is putting its eSports customers first.
"Street Fighter V" is available now on PS4 and PC.
