Marvel vs. Capcom Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics Reviews
It all started in the arcade back in 1994, with X-Men: Children of the Atom. That game formed the basis for the Marvel vs. Capcom series, and Marvel v...
The fighting genre has seen its fair share of ups and downs over the years. You could argue that it’s currently the strongest it’s been, but the re-release of these games in such an impressive package goes to show that Capcom were amongst the early architects that helped what came to follow. Simply put, MvC: Arcade Classics is an excellent collection that celebrates the early days of the mash up madness of Street Fighter, Marvel and co. It’s to be hoped that part II of this collection, scheduled for later in 2025, continues with the quality-of-life improvements and quality seen throughout this edition.
The Marvel vs Capcom Fighting Collection is a must not only for fans of the cross over fighting games, but for any fighting game and Marvel fans. If you can overlook the fairly glaring omissions, there’s still a great collection of classic arcade games with neat unlockables and fun achievements. Glaring omissions you say? Well yeah, as great as this collection is, there are two fairly baffling decisions that have been made that hurt the games online lifespan and cause a fairly significant inconvenience to the user.
MARVEL vs CAPCOM Fighting Collection Arcade Classics is a great opportunity to play the classics that inspired many current fighting games. Due to its unbalanced difficulty and lack of support for new players, I cannot recommend it to anyone who wants to get to know the series, but it is perhaps a way to relive something that was already experienced in childhood in the form of nostalgia. For those who are curious, it might be better to play the most recent titles like Marvel vs. Capcom: Infinite.
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
A collection of some of Capcom's best fighting games, which are still incredibly fun to play today. Only HD remasters or remakes are better than this, but you won't be able to stop playing and wanting to share with friends.
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
The Marvel vs. Capcom Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics revives seven iconic games with modern features like save states and online modes. It showcases the evolution of Capcom’s crossover fighters, from X-Men: Children of the Atom to Marvel vs. Capcom 2. While extras like the Museum mode feel basic, the collection balances nostalgia and accessibility, making it great for fans and newcomers alike.
Capcom's nostalgic package of classic comic book arcade games delivers exactly what you expect. Unfortunately, it doesn't really add anything extra.
Review in Slovak | Read full review
If you’re looking for a version of these classic Marvel fighting games to whip out during a party of 20-30-somethings who would know about these games, this is a great port you should look into. Marvel vs. Capcom Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics is genuinely great if you value the history of 2D fighters, and I’m really happy I have a chance to play Marvel vs. Capcom 2 again. I always beat myself up for missing out on the HD remaster way back in the day, so having this game accessible is a treat. This collection for me is just a way to get MVC2 back in its arcade-accurate glory, but I’m glad it pushed me towards several other fascinating additions to Capcom’s fighting game lineage.
At long last, fighting game enthusiasts have not only seen one of their greatest wishes fulfilled—the release of Marvel Vs. Capcom 2: New Age of Heroes on modern platforms—but have also been treated to a highly valuable and substantial offering.
Review in Persian | Read full review
If you're a fan of arcade fighting games or if you like superhero-centric games, this collection is the best gift you can give yourself. The content will keep you entertained for hours and is definitely worth the price you pay.
Review in Persian | Read full review
I would like to thank Capcom for this collection of fighting games. It gave me the opportunity to catch up on some real gems from the past. The Marvel vs. Capcom Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics is certainly not for every video game fan. The fact that beginners are not taken by the hand at all is also not aimed at casuals. Nevertheless, this collection is worth every penny and a must-have for fighting game enthusiasts. Especially as the offline mode is really extensive and it will take some time to master every title and character included.
Review in German | Read full review
Featuring every arcade Marvel game that Capcom has produced, Arcade Classics boasts high-speed action that stands the test of time, and a wide variety of characters from both companies' catalogs.
If you like fighting games and want to see how old fighting titles should be brought to today in a serious and rational way, Marvel vs. Capcom Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics should be added to your collection immediately!
Review in Greek | Read full review
Amidst the increasingly present debate in the video game industry about the need and importance of preserving games, the collection MARVEL vs. CAPCOM Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics hits the nail on the head, bringing to current consoles the classic crossovers that were popular at the time. The presentation of the title itself (menus and themes), however, could have been more polished. It's a simple hub that gives you access to the seven games present and nothing more, very different from the care that was put on Street Fighter 30th Anniversary Collection. In any case, just the mere existence of this nostalgic collection — something unthinkable until recently — is something to celebrate, whether you like fighting games or not.
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
This game definitely isn’t for everyone. If you’re not interested in Capcom’s fighting game past, this is probably not the game for you. But if you’re a big fan of the Marvel vs. Capcom series or have any remote interest in fighting games, this game is right up your alley.
For this review, I played the collection on the Switch and the game ran smoothly, with no frame rate drops or any visible problems. This is a fully functioning port of a series of classic games that runs as it should as soon as you fire it up.
We can’t help but commend Capcom once again for their excellent work on Marvel vs. Capcom Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics, which brings back seven iconic fighting games in a modern collection. Updated to meet today’s standards, it still preserves the authentic feel of the original versions.
Review in Italian | Read full review
MARVEL vs. CAPCOM Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics is a monument in video game format. Collected in a single title are seven of the most important crossover fighting games in gaming history, including the immortal Marvel vs. Capcom 2: New Age of Heroes. The collection is a unique opportunity not only for all fans of the genre (who will buy it without even waiting for a review) but also for all those who are curious about how certain mechanics and logic were arrived at in contemporary titles today. A history book to be consumed avidly.
Review in Italian | Read full review
MARVEL vs. CAPCOM Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics is a phenomenal package for both casual players and fans alike. There are several high-quality, coveted games here and plenty of bonus content for those of you who only dabble in fighting games, along with some of the strongest online options around. This collection will have you going for “one more match” long into the night.
The Marvel vs. Capcom Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics delivers long-awaited, arcade-perfect ports of beloved titles like X-Men Children of the Atom and Marvel vs. Capcom 2, complete with modern enhancements. The revamped training modes, including features like Attack Data and HitBox Viewer, make it easier for new players to learn and master the fighting games. The online experience benefits from rollback netcode, though matchmaking issues remain. Overall, the collection shines with accessibility options, quality-of-life features, and a nostalgic museum mode, making it a must-have for both casual and competitive players.