Marvel Characters Return to Capcom Games?

Capcom Producer Hints at Marvel vs. Capcom 2 Original Character Returns

Capcom producer Shuhei Matsumoto has fueled speculation about the return of beloved original characters from Marvel vs. Capcom 2 in future Capcom fighting games. Speaking at EVO 2024, Matsumoto stated that the possibility of their return in "a new game" is "always there."

This renewed interest stems from the upcoming release of the Marvel vs. Capcom Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics, a remastered collection of classic titles including Marvel vs. Capcom 2. This collection, Matsumoto suggests, offers a prime opportunity to reintroduce characters like Amingo, Ruby Heart, and SonSon to a wider audience. These characters, originally introduced in Marvel vs. Capcom 2, have seen only limited appearances in subsequent games.

Matsumoto hinted that the characters' future appearances aren't limited to the Versus series. He stated that significant fan interest could lead to their inclusion in titles like Street Fighter 6 or other fighting games. This, he added, benefits Capcom by expanding their creative pool and content library.

The Marvel vs. Capcom Fighting Collection itself has been in development for several years, requiring extensive collaboration with Marvel. Matsumoto expressed Capcom's desire to create new Versus titles and re-release other legacy fighting games on modern platforms with updated features like rollback netcode. However, he emphasized that these projects depend on timing, collaboration, and ultimately, fan demand.

Matsumoto concluded by highlighting the importance of re-releasing classic titles to reignite community interest and pave the way for future projects. The success of the Marvel vs. Capcom Fighting Collection will likely play a significant role in determining the future of these beloved original characters and other legacy Capcom fighting games.