Capcom at EVO 2024: Expanding the Versus Series and Reviving Crossover Fighters

In an exclusive EVO 2024 interview, Capcom producer Shuhei Matsumoto shed light on the future of the beloved Versus fighting game series. This article explores Capcom's strategic vision, fan response, and the evolution of the fighting game landscape.

Capcom's renewed focus on its classic titles and the creation of new Versus entries is evident.

Capcom's Development Journey: A Multi-Year Endeavor

At EVO 2024, Capcom showcased Marvel vs. Capcom Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics, a compilation of seven classic titles from the Versus series. This collection includes the highly acclaimed Marvel vs. Capcom 2, a landmark title in fighting game history. IGN's interview with Matsumoto revealed a three-to-four-year development process, highlighting the significant effort invested in bringing these games to modern platforms. Initial delays stemmed from negotiations with Marvel, but the collaboration ultimately proved fruitful, driven by a shared desire to introduce these classics to a new generation of players. "We've been planning for about three, four years to make this project a reality," Matsumoto stated.

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 underscores Capcom's dedication to its fans and the enduring legacy of the Versus series. The future looks bright for fans eager to see more crossover fighting games from Capcom.