The character will be part of a new pack.
Capcom have confirmed that Akuma will be joining the roster of Street Fighter V. Announcing the news at the PlayStation Experience, the company announced that the character will be one of a new five character pack that players will be able to purchase in the coming weeks.
Fans were also shown some of Akuma’s moves in a gameplay trailer, where he battles series stalwart Ryu.
Akuma will be available to players from December 20. The full Character Pack will be available in 2017. Street Fighter V is available now on PlayStation 4 and PC. Watch the Akuma reveal trailer below.
Words by Megan Roxburgh