Summary
- Capcom has delivered many strong titles in the 2020s thus far, like Resident Evil Village and Street Fighter 6.
- Ace Attorney spinoffs and Monster Hunter Rise cement Capcom's industry dominance in the 2020s.
- The Capcom renaissance saw games like Dragon's Dogma 2 and the Great Ace Attorney Chronicles impress fans.
Capcom is a beloved video game developer and publisher that alienated fans somewhat in the 2010s with its questionable business model, coupled with the meandering quality of their games. Thankfully, the company realized the poor trajectory they were on and switched things up in the nick of time.
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This has helped Capcom bounce back in the 2020s with a string of amazing titles across several iconic IPs that fans can't get enough of.
8 Resident Evil Village
An Action-Packed Entry In The Series That Continues Ethan Winters' Adventures
Resident Evil Village
- Released
- May 7, 2021
WHERE TO PLAY
- ESRB
- M for Mature: Blood and Gore, Intense Violence, Strong Language
Resident Evil Village continued the story of Ethan Winters after Biohazard floored players with its quality. Fans were excited about a sequel and didn't mind Village's action-packed focus.
The story features way more action and combat-heavy moments, which split fans down the middle. However, even its most ardent critics couldn't help but praise Resident Evil Village's scope, with the infamous giant baby level showing that Capcom could still easily scare the wits out of players if they wished.
7 Apollo Justice: Ace Attorney Trilogy
A Collection Of Three Excellent Ace Attorney Games
Apollo Justice: Ace Attorney Trilogy
- Released
- January 25, 2024
WHERE TO PLAY
- ESRB
- T for Teen
- Genre(s)
- Adventure, Puzzle
While fans are still divided about the quality of Apollo Justice's debut, the two games succeeding it did a great job of appealing to the Ace Attorney faithful. Dual Destinies boasts some engaging cases, while Spirit of Justice is considered by many to be the greatest game in the main series, along with Trials & Tribulations.
This updated trilogy lets players enjoy all three titles with a fresh coat of paint, serving as the final set of remasters to let new fans familiarize themselves with Ace Attorney. Hopefully, Capcom will now finally get to work on a new chapter in the Ace Attorney series that will wow the masses.
6 Monster Hunter Rise
A Stellar Entry That Refines The Gameplay And Adds A Fun Wirebug For Fans To Mess Around With
Monster Hunter Rise
- Released
- March 26, 2021
WHERE TO PLAY
Monster Hunter: World was a massive step in the right direction for this franchise, and Capcom had no way to go but up with this title's release. For Monster Hunter Rise, the developer decided to add a wirebug to the game to make traversal more dynamic than ever.
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The result is a Monster Hunter game with some of the best movement mechanics fans can enjoy, with the combat being just as riveting as ever. The cherry on top of this cake is the Sunbreak DLC, which is considered by many to be one of the best Monster Hunter expansions ever made.
5 Dragon's Dogma 2
Refines The Gameplay From The First Title To Make For An Action-Packed Combat System
Dragon's Dogma 2
- Released
- March 22, 2024
WHERE TO PLAY
- ESRB
- Mature 17+ // Blood and Gore, Language, Sexual Themes, Violence
- Genre(s)
- Action RPG
A fan's perception of Dragon's Dogma 2 will differ based on whether they're familiar with its predecessor. Long-time Dragon's Dogma fans may not appreciate how similar the sequel feels, while newcomers will fall in love with the action-packed gameplay that prioritizes fun over everything else.
Regardless, there's no denying that Dragon's Dogma is an excellent open-world action RPG that more fans need to check out. Even after the controversies that arose from the PC performance debacle and the suspect Fast Travel microtransactions, the inherent quality of Dragon's Dogma 2 was so high that it didn't stop the title from being another homerun for Capcom.
4 Street Fighter 6
Impressed Players From The Very Moment It Launched, Unlike Its Predecessor
Street Fighter 6
- Released
- June 2, 2023
WHERE TO PLAY
- ESRB
- T For Teen Due To Mild Blood, Mild Language, Suggestive Themes, Use of Alcohol and Tobacco, Violence
- Genre(s)
- Fighting
While Street Fighter 5 was a great game in its own right, it had to salvage its reputation after a poor launch. Clearly, the studio learned from its mistakes, with Street Fighter 6 being a competent and enjoyable fighting game at launch.
Fans loved how tight the fighting mechanics felt, with World Tour being surprisingly compelling and allowing the player's original creation to merge seamlessly with the world of Street Fighter. All of this combined to help Street Fighter 6 stand out as one of the best entries in the series.
3 The Great Ace Attorney Chronicles
Two Of The Best Ace Attorney Games Ever Made
The Great Ace Attorney Chronicles
- Released
- July 27, 2021
WHERE TO PLAY
- ESRB
- t
- Genre(s)
- Adventure, Visual Novel
After the licensing issues were finally hashed out, fans were treated to an English localization for two Ace Attorney spinoff games that was a long time in the making. The Great Ace Attorney Chronicles features a duology of the best Ace Attorney games ever made, with Resolve's narrative being a highlight of the series in the eyes of many.
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The first game seems relatively weak in comparison, but what it does is set the stage for a bombastic sequel that pulls no punches. It also helps Ryunosuke Naruhodo's journey from a bumbling assistant into a competent attorney feel believable as players root for this underdog.
2 Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective
A Remaster Of An Excellent Mystery Game Revolving Around Ghosts
Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective
- Released
- June 19, 2010
WHERE TO PLAY
Shu Takumi is a beloved figure in the field of video games who has left an enduring mark with the Ace Attorney games. However, what many people consider to be his magnum opus is a compelling standalone murder-mystery game that lets players control an amnesiac ghost.
Sissel's story is a captivating one as players use their ghostly powers to prevent avoidable murders. The gameplay may be a bit on-rails for some, but the amazing narrative more than makes up for the easy puzzles.
1 Resident Evil 4
An Action-Packed Entry In The Series That Continues Ethan Winters' Adventures
Resident Evil 4
- Released
- March 24, 2023
WHERE TO PLAY
- ESRB
- M for Mature 17+ due to Blood and Gore, Intense Violence, Strong Language
- Genre(s)
- Survival Horror
Most people expected that Capcom would falter while developing a remake of one of the most beloved video games of all time. Thankfully, the Resident Evil 4 remake was hailed by many as a faithful upgrade that let players enjoy Leon Kennedy's brutal adventures as he deals with the Las Plagas plague.
While the game may lose a lot of the charm that stems from the overacted performances in the original game, players who don't mind an experience that takes itself seriously will love what Resident Evil 4 brings to the table. It's easily the best Resident Evil remake of the lot, and fans can't wait to see what the future has in store for this series.
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