There’s Hope for Capcom’s Other Classic Fighting Games to Make a Comeback

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There's Hope for Capcom's Other Classic Fighting Games to Make a Comeback

Highlights

  • Street Fighter 6 producer Shuhei Matsumoto wants to bring all classic Capcom fighting games to modern consoles for wider accessibility.
  • Capcom has seen success with Street Fighter 6 and re-releasing classic titles, with positive fan reception.
  • There is potential for future Capcom crossover titles, including re-releases of games like Capcom vs. SNK 2, according to Matsumoto.

As a seasoned gamer with memories of countless late nights spent mastering combos and perfecting strategies in Capcom’s classic fighting games, this news is music to my ears! Shuhei Matsumoto’s commitment to making these timeless titles accessible to new generations is truly commendable.

As a gaming enthusiast and producer of Street Fighter 6, I’m thrilled to share that we’re aiming to resurrect all our legendary fighting games for modern consoles. The fighting game market is looking mighty good for Capcom right now, with Street Fighter 6, our latest installment, performing exceptionally well. We’ve even managed two seasons of DLC, expanding the roster of fighters. On top of that, we’re making sure to re-release some of our most iconic fighting games, bringing back classic titles on fresh platforms for gamers like me to enjoy.

Just recently, in June, the newest assortment was unveiled, reintroducing several timeless Marvel vs. Capcom games on contemporary platforms, coupled with updated features such as online rollback netcode for smoother gameplay. Previously, Capcom has also launched collections like the Street Fighter 30th Anniversary Collection, an all-in-one title by Digital Eclipse that combines a variety of Street Fighter combat games, and the Capcom Fighting Collection, which gathers underappreciated Capcom fighting games such as Darkstalkers and Red Earth.

In a conversation with IGN (initially reported by EventHubs), when asked about reviving some iconic Capcom fighting titles given the popularity of Street Fighter 3: Third Strike at the EVO 2024 tournament, Matsumoto shared his enthusiasm. He stated that Capcom aims to make all their fighting games playable on various modern platforms, explaining, “We’re eager to bring our classic fighting games to current consoles because we want to provide an opportunity for people who may not have had the chance to experience these games in the past.” Matsumoto further emphasized that Capcom is always looking ahead and strives to ensure these games are accessible to as wide an audience as possible.

Looking to the Future of Capcom’s Classic Fighting Games

Enthusiasm for the release of Marvel vs. Capcom Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics has run high, with fans expressing great excitement. Capcom has managed to keep anticipation alive by re-issuing games like the Fighting Collection and making them compatible with modern systems. Additionally, SNK vs. Capcom: SVC Chaos was also recently reintroduced on contemporary platforms, capturing the interest of many gamers who hadn’t played it before. According to Matsumoto’s remarks, there may be a possibility that another Capcom Vs. title, specifically Capcom vs. SNK 2, could be re-released, as it hasn’t been available since its PlayStation 3 and PS2 Classic versions in 2013.

As a gamer, I yearn to see our timeless fighting titles grace modern consoles, so more individuals, who might have missed out on these classics in the past, can experience the joy they bring. To achieve this goal, we always keep an eye on the future and strive to ensure that these games are easy to access for everyone, regardless of their gaming background or history.

Several iconic Capcom fighting games have been left in a state of uncertainty, either due to a lack of recent sequels or re-releases on contemporary gaming systems. For the most part, fans continue to keep these games alive. Matsumoto has hinted at the possibility of future Capcom crossover titles, expressing that they are a “grand ambition.” While it’s still unclear what will happen, it’s clear that Matsumoto is eager to bring Capcom’s classic fighting games to modern systems for all gamers to enjoy.

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2024-08-11 04:53