Summary

  • Capcom is bringing Marvel vs. Capcom Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics and Capcom Fighting Collection 2 to Xbox One.
  • Capcom's decision to release the collections on Xbox is due to technical discussions with Microsoft.

Capcom has announced that Marvel vs. Capcom Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics and Capcom Fighting Collection 2 are coming to Xbox One, marking an interesting turn of events. The Capcom retro games collections were recently announced to be coming to PS4, Switch, and PC only.

Capcom unveiled the Marvel vs. Capcom Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics during a Nintendo event in June and weeks later followed up with the announcement of another compilation game, Capcom Fighting Collection 2, in August. On both occasions, the games were revealed for Sony, Nintendo, and PC platforms, leaving Xbox owners in an uncertain spot. The decision to ditch the Xbox port was especially puzzling as previous Marvel vs. Capcom games, such as 2017’s Marvel vs. Capcom: Infinite, had come out on Xbox as well.

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Responding promptly to the concern of Xbox fans, Capcom announced Marvel vs. Capcom Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics and Capcom Fighting Collection 2 are finally headed to Xbox One as well. The change of mind comes after the Japanese developer held “technical discussions” with Xbox parent Microsoft. Capcom has given Capcom Fighting Collection 2 the same launch window for Xbox as for other platforms, which is 2025. However, the Marvel vs. Capcom compilation will release on Xbox at least some months after it releases on other systems. While its initial release date is September 12 for the digital version and November 22 for the physical version, the Xbox port is set to arrive sometime next year.

Capcom's Retro Games Collections Finally Heading to Xbox As Well

Marvel vs. Capcom Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics

  • Marvel Super Heroes
  • Marvel Super Heroes vs. Street Fighter
  • Marvel vs. Capcom
  • Marvel vs. Capcom 2
  • The Punisher
  • X-Men: Children of the Atom
  • X-Men vs. Street Fighter

Capcom Fighting Collection 2

  • Capcom Fighting Evolution
  • Capcom vs. SNK: Millennium Fight 2000 Pro
  • Capcom vs. SNK 2: Mark of the Millennium 2001
  • Street Fighter Alpha 3 Upper
  • Project Justice
  • Power Stone
  • Power Stone 2
  • Plasma Sword: Nightmare of Bilstein

Capcom deciding to change its stance on the Xbox port of the two forthcoming compilation games is a major win for the Xbox community. The arrival of these titles will make sure players on Xbox also have access to classic Capcom fighting games like X-Men: Children of the Atom and Power Stone through the remastered ports. At the same time, this is also a big moment for Microsoft as its console is now confirmed to get a bunch of popular games belonging to a major IP. Capcom’s quick resolution of the matter highlights its commitment to fans regardless of which platform they play on.

Undoubtedly, the news from Capcom comes as a huge relief, not just for retro game fans on Xbox, but for all players on the platform in general. For a long time, Xbox has either missed out on major games entirely or has received them after a significant delay due to Sony's exclusivity deals with studios. The latest change of plans from the Street Fighter developer drifts away from this trend and brings a much-needed respite to Xbox owners. Whether this means more such compilations of beloved Capcom classics will follow suit whenever they release in the future is something that will be interesting to see.

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Released
September 12, 2024
ESRB
T For Teen // Blood, Drug Reference, Suggestive Themes, Use of Tobacco, Violence
Developer(s)
Capcom
Publisher(s)
Capcom
Engine
MT Framework
Multiplayer
Online Multiplayer
Franchise
Marvel Vs. Capcom
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WHERE TO PLAY

DIGITAL
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The legendary crossover hits are back!

Jump into this collection of arcade classics from the fan-favorite Marvel and Capcom crossover games!

Dive into an action-packed lineup consisting of seven unique titles, including heavy hitters like X-MEN VS. STREET FIGHTER, and MARVEL vs. CAPCOM 2 New Age of Heroes. The collection also includes the rare beat 'em up game, THE PUNISHER.

Each game in the collection can be played online or co-op!

Whether you're new to the series or you played back in the arcades, players of all levels can enjoy these timeless classics together!

Included Games:

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
THE PUNISHER

Number of Players
1-2
Genre(s)
Action, Fighting