Capcom Revives Crossover Fighting with Ambitious Expansion
Capcom's producer, Shuhei Matsumoto, recently shed light on the future of the Versus fighting game series in an exclusive EVO 2024 interview. The discussion covered Capcom's strategic vision, fan reception, and the evolving landscape of the fighting game genre.
Capcom's Renewed Focus on the Versus Series
A Long-Awaited Collection and Future Plans
At EVO 2024, Capcom showcased Marvel vs. Capcom Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics, a compilation featuring seven classic titles from the beloved Versus franchise. This collection includes the critically acclaimed Marvel vs. Capcom 2, a cornerstone of the fighting game genre. In an interview with IGN, Matsumoto revealed the extensive development process, spanning three to four years, and the collaborative effort with Marvel to bring these titles to a modern audience. Initial delays stemmed from negotiations with Marvel, but ultimately, both companies shared a strong desire to reintroduce these classics to gamers.
The Marvel vs. Capcom Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics includes:
- THE PUNISHER (side-scrolling title)
- X-MEN Children of the Atom
- Marvel Super Heroes
- X-MEN vs. Street Fighter
- MARVEL Super Heroes vs. Street Fighter
- MARVEL vs. CAPCOM: Clash of Super Heroes
- MARVEL vs. CAPCOM 2: New Age of Heroes
Matsumoto's comments highlight Capcom's dedication to its fans and a clear intention to explore further expansion within the Versus series, suggesting the possibility of new entries and continued support for this iconic franchise.
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