Street Fighter 5 in-game shop set to go live this month with first DLC character

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Capcom told us that Street Fighter 5 would be a game that evolved over time, and this month we'll see what the company meant. An update to the game coming later this month will add returning fighter Alex, as well as new modes, an in-game shop, and the usual bug fixes.

Alex first showed up in Street Fighter 3, which takes place after Street Fighter 5 in the series' timeline. So you could say this is his true first appearance on the SF scene. Anyway, he's a big guy with big muscles, and as such, he's a bit slower than most characters. He's a specialist at grappling however, so if you're the type that likes to get in close and keep your opponents pinned, he's your guy.

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