At EVO 2024, Capcom producer Shuhei Matsumoto offered exclusive insights into the future of the Versus series. This interview reveals Capcom's strategic vision, fan response, and the evolving landscape of the fighting game genre.
Capcom's Commitment to Expanding the Versus Series and Reviving Crossover Fighting Games
Capcom's Development Journey
Capcom showcased three titles from the Marvel vs. Capcom Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics at EVO 2024. This collection, featuring seven foundational games from the beloved Versus series, includes the critically acclaimed Marvel vs. Capcom 2. In an interview with IGN, producer Shuhei Matsumoto detailed the extensive journey to bring this collection to fruition.
Matsumoto revealed a three-to-four-year development process, emphasizing the significant effort involved. Initial discussions with Marvel resulted in delays, but ultimately fostered a strong collaborative spirit, resulting in a positive outcome for both companies and fans. "We've been planning for about three, four years to make this project a reality," Matsumoto stated, underscoring Capcom's dedication to the Versus series' legacy.
The Marvel vs. Capcom Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics includes:
- THE PUNISHER (side-scrolling game)
- 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
