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'Street Fighter 5' Beta Update: New Details Add Cross-platform Gameplay In The PS4, PC; Laura Trailer Streamed Online [VIDEO]

| Oct 09, 2015 10:16 AM EDT

Street Fighter 5 is an upcoming fighting video game developed by Capcom for the PlayStation 4 and PC platform.

"Street Fighter 5" will have new details on the second beta test and the release of a new gameplay trailer featuring its latest character, Laura.

Capcom announce new details on the second beta test for "Street Fighter 5" on Oct. 22-25 as the new beta test will feature a cross-platform gameplay in PlayStation 4 and PC versions of the sequel. However, PC users will only have until the Oct. 24 to play the beta version, unlike the complete four day run in the PS4 version, Eurogamer reported.

The second "Street Fighter 5" beta test will include Ken Masters, Necalli and R. Mika as playable characters in the first day, while Rashid will follow suit in the 23rd and Karin Kanzuki in the 24th. Both Rank matching and leader boards will be tested in the second beta test as a new player search function will allow gamers to seach for other players around the world and view their current activities within "Street Fighter 5".

Fight Money in "Street Fighter 5" beta will allow players to unlock bonus items, titles and even game stages. But Capcom noted that all of the Fight Money, items, leader board status etc. will not be carried over to next beta test and the game's final release stating that it is a just a "placeholder".

PS4 users who have already have a PSN account will automatically access the second beta test, but for those who have not, will have to create an account and sign-in for the beta. PC users will gain access to the beta via Steam.

In other news, a new character trailer for "Street Fighter 5" has been revealed and it features its new female fighter Laura Matsuda, VG 24/7 reported.

According to Capcom, Laura Matsuda is an attractive Brazilian martial artist specializing in Jiu-Jitsu. She is the heir to Matsuda Jiu-Jitsu fighting style and her goal is find and defeat stronger opponents in order spread the Matsuda Jiu-Jitsu name and prestige around the world. Laura is described as happy and out going, but very focused on the heat of battle.

Laura's move set combines grappling, Jiu-Jitsu and a bit of Capoiera. What is unique about this fighter is that she can generate lightning as both projectiles and protection similar to Blanka. Her V-Skill is "Linear Movement", which allows her move quickly with her strikes as well as get away with incoming attacks using the directional buttons. If no direction is held during this skill, she will perform an overhead kick.

The V-Trigger is called "Spark Show" as Laura can generate lighting from each attack she performs. She can stun enemies and grabs her opponents easily. Combine that with Linear Movement and she will be untouchable to everyone.

"Street Fighter 5" will release in March 2016 for the PS4 and PC.

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