Dev says Ace Attorney turned into a successful franchise thanks to Capcom sticking with it after the first game’s “failure”
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Not every new franchise is a hit out of the gate, and that’s exactly what happened with Capcom’s renowned Ace Attorney series.
Bandai Namco producer Taira Nakamura was reflecting on how difficult it is to make new IPs these days in light of increased development costs. Some franchises tend gain more popularity over time, but companies can be quick to move on to the next thing if it’s not an immediate hit.
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Street Fighter 6 shares Elena release date, teaser trailer [update: gameplay trailer]
Posted on 2 months ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch, Switch 2 | 0 comments
April 10: Capcom just announced the release date for Elena in Street Fighter 6, and she’ll be out alongside Nintendo Switch 2’s launch. The DLC is planned for June 5, 2025.
Elena can be purchased individually with Fighter Coins. Those who own the Year 2 Character Pass / Ultimate Pass will automatically gain access to Elena when she releases.
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Onimusha: Warlords update adding Hell Mode
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Capcom just announced a new update for Onimusha: Warlords which will add a new Hell Mode to the game.
The same mode will be included in the upcoming Onimusha 2 remaster. When playing through it, Capcom says that “a single hit spells death”.
Capcom Fighting Collection 2 introduces Power Stone 2, Capcom Fighting Evolution
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The latest Capcom Fighting Collection 2 spotlight trailer has dropped, this time for Power Stone 2 and Capcom Fighting Evolution.
Power Stone 2, a multiplayer fighter, first launched in 2000. Capcom Fighting Evolution, a head-to-head crossover fighting game, followed in 2004.
Details about both can be found in the following rundown:
Marvel vs. Capcom Fighting Collection: Arcade Classic update revealed, patch notes – offline versus and more
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A major update for Marvel vs. Capcom Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics was just announced, which will bring along offline versus for all games and more. We have the official patch notes.
Outside of offline versus, there’ll be a game reset option, new artwork for the gallery, and more. X-Men vs. Street Fighter and Marvel vs. Capcom 2 will be seeing a couple of specific updates as well.
Here’s the full rundown:
Capcom Fighting Collection 2 introduces Street Fighter Alpha 3, Power Stone
Posted on 2 months ago by Carlos in News, Switch eShop | 0 comments
As we get closer to the launch of Capcom Fighting Collection 2, Capcom has released a new trailer highlighting two more titles included in the collection: Street Fighter Alpha 3, originally released in 1998, and Power Stone, which made its debut in 1999.
Both games bring unique styles to the collection, Street Fighter Alpha 3 as a cornerstone of 2D competitive fighting, and Power Stone offering chaotic 3D arena battles with a twist.
Check out more details about each game below, along with the new trailer from Capcom:
Capcom Fighting Collection 2 introduces Project Justice, Plasma Sword
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As we approach the launch of Capcom Fighting Collection 2, we’re getting game-specific spotlights starting with Project Justice and Plasma Sword: Nightmare of Bilstein.
Both of these titles are 3D fighters. Project Justice first debuted in 2000 (2001 in the west). Plasma Sword actually came out early in 1998, and acts as a sequel to Star Gladiator.
Learn more about both in the following rundown:
Metroid Prime 4 Switch 2 vs. Switch 1 comparison, Street Fighter 6 Switch 2 vs. PS5 vs. PS4 comparison
Posted on 2 months ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Switch, Switch 2, Videos | 0 comments
Nintendo Switch 2 graphical comparison videos are starting to drop, and first up is Metroid Prime 4 and Street Fighter 6.
For Metroid Prime 4, it’s Nintendo Switch 2 going up against Switch 1 here. Nintendo has already highlighted how on the new console, it can run at a higher resolution and frame rate. Support is included for HDR as well. Also, while it’s a gameplay feature, Nintendo Switch 2 supports the new mouse functionality.
Below is the full Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Nintendo Switch 2 vs. Switch 1 comparison:
Nintendo Switch 2 introducing game-key cards, Bravely Default and Street Fighter 6 up first
Posted on 2 months ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch 2 | 0 comments
Physical games are still happening on Nintendo Switch 2, but something new is being thrown into the mix with what is being called game-key cards.
Nintendo says that these are a new cartridge type that don’t have data. In order to play them, you will need to download the game from the Internet like a digital version. The cartridge will still be needed to play. It goes without saying, but you’ll need enough space available for that download.
Street Fighter 6 coming to Nintendo Switch 2
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Street Fighter 6, the latest entry in Capcom’s legendary fighting series, is heading to Nintendo Switch 2 complete with new amiibo. That news was just shared during today’s Nintendo Direct dedicated to the new console.
This mimics Capcom’s approach with the Nintendo 3DS many years ago. For the launch of that system, the company had Super Street Fighter 4: 3D Edition ready to go for launch.
All of the important details can be found in the following rundown:
