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

Feb 11,2025 Author: Zoey

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

Capcom's producer, Shuhei Matsumoto, recently shed light on the future of the Versus series in an exclusive EVO 2024 interview. This insightful discussion covered Capcom's strategic plans, fan reception, and the broader evolution of the fighting game landscape.

Capcom's Renewed Focus on Classic and Future Versus Titles

Capcom's Development Commitment

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 featuring seven iconic titles from the beloved Versus franchise. This collection, including the legendary Marvel vs. Capcom 2, took three to four years of development, as revealed by Matsumoto in an interview with IGN. This lengthy process involved significant collaboration with Marvel, overcoming initial hurdles to finally bring these classics to a new generation of players. Matsumoto emphasized the dedication and positive collaboration between both companies to achieve this goal.

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 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

The release demonstrates Capcom's strong commitment to its fans and the enduring appeal of the Versus series, hinting at a potential expansion of the franchise in the future.

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