Summary
- Marvel vs. Capcom Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics has online matchmaking issues, specifically on the PC version.
- Despite positive reception for the collection and modern conveniences, PC fans are being majorly inconvenienced by the game's online play.
- Capcom is investigating and working on a solution for the matchmaking problems, though it is unclear when this fix will come.
Capcom recently acknowledged issues regarding Marvel vs. Capcom Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics' launch, specifically the rough state of its online environment. Marvel vs. Capcom Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics launched its digital version earlier this September, giving fans the opportunity to play a whole lineup of classic crossover fighting games. This collection includes a whole host of arcade classics, like the earliest entries in the Marvel vs. Capcom series. The game is currently only available digitally, with physical versions coming later in November.
The reception to the Marvel vs. Capcom collection has been positive, as it contains not only several classic games, but also some modern conveniences. These include various filters, a hitbox viewer, and rollback netcode for fans to take each other on across the world. Despite these positive points, fans have noted some issues regarding the game's online settings, which is a bit of a sore spot for a collection build around this being a selling point. Various players of the PC version are having trouble getting connected for matches, and while users have suggested turning on cross-region matchmaking to get the best results, those playing the PC version surely want a proper fix soon.
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Capcom recently released a statement addressing the fans and their concerns. In it, Capcom says it is investigating a search for a solution, and that it has confirmed that the issue is only a problem for specific regions. While cross-region matchmaking does help address some issues with the game, it doesn't always guarantee a stable match. It might be a while before Capcom will release a patch or hotfix for this, so fans of Marvel vs. Capcom should keep an eye out for when it does. Still, it is good to know that the company is planning to fix the problem at some point.
Marvel vs. Capcom Online Matchmaking Issues on PC Will Be Addressed, Says Capcom
According to a lot of players, the most popular version of the Marvel vs. Capcom collection is the Switch version, likely because of its portable nature and the large casual audience for the title. The game is currently out on PC, PS4, and Nintendo Switch, with an Xbox port of Marvel vs. Capcom Fighting Collection coming later in 2025.
This isn't the only crossover fighting game collection that Capcom is putting out, as the company is releasing a second retro fighting game collection next year. The Capcom Fighting Collection 2 package contains not only the two Capcom vs. SNK games, but also the return of classic fighting games like Power Stone. Hopefully, that package won't be plagued by the same online issues that Marvel vs. Capcom Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics is currently dealing with.
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OpenCritic Reviews
- Top Critic Avg: 86 /100 Critics Rec: 95%
- 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
WHERE TO PLAY
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
- Platform(s)
- PC, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4
- Genre(s)
- Action, Fighting
