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Capcom's Expansion Plans for Crossover Fighters

Jan 23,2025 Author: Alexander

Capcom Aims to Expand the Versus Series and Revive Crossover Fighting Titles

Capcom's EVO 2024 interview with producer Shuhei Matsumoto reveals exciting plans for the future of its Versus fighting game series. The discussion covers Capcom's strategic vision, fan response, and the evolving landscape of the fighting game genre.

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Capcom Aims to Expand the Versus Series and Revive Crossover Fighting Titles

At EVO 2024, Capcom showcased Marvel vs. Capcom Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics, a compilation of seven classic Versus titles. This collection includes the highly acclaimed Marvel vs. Capcom 2, a landmark title in fighting game history. In an interview with IGN, Matsumoto shared details about the extensive development process, spanning three to four years. He emphasized the collaborative effort with Marvel, navigating initial delays to ultimately deliver these beloved games to a new generation of players. The lengthy development time underscores Capcom's dedication to preserving the legacy of the Versus series and satisfying fan expectations.

Capcom Aims to Expand the Versus Series and Revive Crossover Fighting Titles

The Marvel vs. Capcom Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics includes:

  • THE PUNISHER (side-scrolling)
  • 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

The interview hints at Capcom's ambition to not only re-release classic titles but also to create new entries in the Versus series, signaling a bright future for this iconic franchise.

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