Capcom Plans Fighting Game Resurgence

Capcom's producer, Shuhei Matsumoto, recently spoke at EVO 2024 about the future of the Versus fighting game series. This exclusive interview reveals Capcom's strategic plans, fan response, and insights into the evolving fighting game landscape.

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 of seven classic titles from the beloved Versus series. This includes the highly acclaimed Marvel vs. Capcom 2. In an interview with IGN, Matsumoto discussed the extensive development process, spanning three to four years, and the collaborative effort with Marvel to bring these games to a modern audience. Initial delays stemmed from negotiations with Marvel, but the partnership ultimately proved fruitful. Matsumoto emphasized the significant time investment, underscoring Capcom's dedication to its fans and the enduring legacy of the Versus franchise.

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 release of this collection signals Capcom's commitment to not only re-releasing classic titles but also exploring new entries in the Versus series. The future of crossover fighting games, according to Matsumoto's statements, appears promising.