Capcom reported a security incident impacting 11.7 million Capcom ID accounts worldwide, potentially exposing email and IP addresses.
The investigation details profile access and password resets for affected users.
According to an announcement from the Japanese company on October 22, 2026, the breach concerns the Capcom ID system used for the digital store and games such as Street Fighter 6, Monster Hunter and Resident Evil. In total, the email addresses and web addresses of 11,7 million accounts may have been affected.
What evidence fell into the wrong hands?
In addition to the emails, the company found evidence that the perpetrators gained access to dates of birth, genders, countries and nicknames for 43 accounts. In addition, it was found that passwords were changed on 196 accounts, and the company has already moved to reset them.
Capcom discovered suspicious activity on Monday, October 19, prompting it to launch an investigation and take emergency measures. The exact source of the breach remains unclear at this time.
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What it means for players
The company clarifies that the incident does not affect players' ability to play its games. Customers can log in to their accounts as normal.
Credit card information was not included in the affected data. Capcom says it will notify affected customers in the future and recommends caution against any fraudulent messages that may attempt to appear impersonating the company.
It is recalled that Capcom had faced a similar attack in 2020, which involved data of up to 350.000 of its customers and partners.
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