Summary
Capcom recently acknowledged issues regardingMarvel vs. Capcom Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics' launch, specifically the rough state of its online environment.Marvel vs. Capcom Fighting Collection: Arcade Classicslaunched 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 theMarvel vs. Capcomseries. The game is currently only available digitally, with physical versions coming later in November.
Thereception to theMarvel vs. Capcomcollection 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.
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, sofans ofMarvel vs. Capcomshould 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 theMarvel vs. Capcomcollection 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, withan Xbox port ofMarvel vs. Capcom Fighting Collectioncoming 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. TheCapcom Fighting Collection 2package contains not only the twoCapcom vs. SNKgames, but also the return of classic fighting games likePower Stone. Hopefully, that package won’t be plagued by the same online issues thatMarvel vs. Capcom Fighting Collection: Arcade Classicsis currently dealing with.
Marvel Vs. Capcom Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics
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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 ATOMMARVEL SUPER HEROESX-MEN VS. STREET FIGHTERMARVEL SUPER HEROES vs. STREET FIGHTERMARVEL vs. CAPCOM CLASH OF SUPER HEROESMARVEL vs. CAPCOM 2 New Age of HeroesTHE PUNISHER
