Street Fighter V temporarily delisted and online functions turned off due to issues caused by last week’s PHP security flaw
Capcom has temporarily delisted Street Fighter V and turned off its online servers as it addresses issues stemming from a PHP security vulnerability disclosed last week. The action affects the game’s availability on digital platforms and its multiplayer functionality, though offline single-player modes remain playable.
The delisting and server shutdown are part of a broader wave of security-led service shutdowns across the internet following the discovery of the critical PHP flaw. While Street Fighter 6 has dominated the competitive fighting game scene for three years, Street Fighter V maintains an active and dedicated playerbase drawn to its larger character roster accumulated over its extended post-launch support, as well as its distinct gameplay mechanics including V-Skills and V-Triggers that differ from Street Fighter 6’s Drive Rush and throw loop mechanics.
Capcom’s response ensures the game remains playable in offline modes during the remediation period. The company has not yet announced a timeline for the delisting to be reversed or for online services to be restored, leaving players uncertain about when they can resume online play. This incident underscores how widespread the impact of security vulnerabilities can be across the gaming industry, affecting even established titles with ongoing player communities.