Capcom today announced a new Super Street Fighter IV, a standalone title with eight new characters added and some tweaks made based on community feedback. Some of new characters are T. Hawk, Dee Jay, and newcomer Juri. In terms of improvements to the game itself, producer Yoshinori Ono says that every character has been changed slightly based on comments from both players and the dev team, while an improved online experience is also promised. The game will be launched in Spring 2010 for the Sony PS3 and Xbox 360. [GameSpot]
Capcom Europe has announced the first expansion pack for Street Fighter IV. The Championship Mode expansion pack will add several gameplay options to the game. The expansion will be released on both Sony PlayStation 3 and Microsoft Xbox 360 on April 24, 2009. [1up]
Here is a cool new gaming t-shirt that was designed by Threadless seller and artist, David Soames. The ultimate combo t-shirt is currently available in sand blue and grey for only $18. [Threadless]
Made from aluminum and plexiglass, this Custom Wireless Xbox 360 Arcade Stick is designed especially for all the Street Fighter fans out there. These wireless sticks come in a variety of Street Fighter themed designs, each with 6 play buttons and a rechargeable battery pack that can be charged via a USB cable. Available now for $200 upwards. [GadgetVenue]
Here is good news for PC gamers. Capcom will release the PC version of the Street Fighter IV in Summer 2009. Capcom business development VP Christian Svensson noted that the recent arcade sticks and pads produced by Mad Catz are compatible on PC. Capcom is also discussing a PC specific gamepad bundle. Stay tuned for more updates. [DigitalBattle]
Haruna Anno is not just a gravure idol, but also a video game gravure idol, taking names in Street Fighter IV. Haruna has also posted her Street Fighter IV online stats in Japan. She had fought in 214 fights, won 178 of them and lost 36. Her winning percentage was an impressive 83.13 percent. [Kotaku]
