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 New Versus Titles
Capcom's Development Commitment and Journey
At EVO 2024, Capcom showcased Marvel vs. Capcom Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics, a compilation featuring seven classic titles from the beloved Versus series. This includes the highly acclaimed Marvel vs. Capcom 2. In an exclusive interview with IGN, 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 games to a modern audience. Matsumoto emphasized the significant effort invested in realizing this project, reflecting Capcom's dedication to its fanbase and the enduring legacy of the Versus series.
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