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

Capcom's EVO 2024 interview with producer Shuhei Matsumoto sheds light on the future of the Versus fighting game series. The discussion covers Capcom's strategic vision, fan reception, and the evolving landscape of the fighting game genre.

Capcom's Renewed Focus on Classic and Future Versus Titles

Capcom's Development and Commitment

At EVO 2024, Capcom showcased Marvel vs. Capcom Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics, a compilation featuring seven iconic titles from the Versus series. This includes the celebrated Marvel vs. Capcom 2, a landmark title in fighting game history. In an exclusive IGN interview, Matsumoto detailed the extensive, three-to-four-year development process. Initial delays stemmed from negotiations with Marvel, but the collaboration ultimately proved fruitful, driven by a shared desire to bring these classics to modern gamers. Matsumoto emphasized the significant effort involved in realizing this project, 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