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 evolving landscape of the fighting game genre.
Capcom's Renewed Focus on the Versus Series
A Legacy Rekindled
At EVO 2024, Capcom showcased Marvel vs. Capcom Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics, a compilation featuring seven iconic titles from the celebrated Versus series. This collection includes the legendary Marvel vs. Capcom 2, a cornerstone of the fighting game genre. In an interview with IGN, Matsumoto detailed the extensive development process, revealing a three-to-four-year journey marked by collaboration with Marvel. Initial delays stemmed from negotiations, but ultimately, both companies shared a strong desire to bring these classic games to a new generation of players. Matsumoto emphasized the significant effort invested in realizing this project, underscoring Capcom's commitment to its fans and the enduring appeal of the Versus franchise.
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
This release signifies Capcom's dedication to expanding the Versus series and reviving the excitement of crossover fighting games.
