Marvel vs. Capcom Fighting Collection Receives Exciting New Update

Capcom has rolled out a fresh update for Marvel vs. Capcom Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics, introducing a range of quality-of-life improvements. Since its launch in early September, fans have eagerly sought a legitimate way to enjoy iconic crossover fighting titles like X-Men vs. Street Fighter and Marvel vs. Capcom 2 on contemporary platforms. This collection became available on PlayStation 4 and Steam, with the Nintendo Switch version hitting shelves on October 1. The Xbox One release is slated for 2025.

While dedicated fighting game enthusiasts have been thrilled to revisit these classic titles, Capcom has been busy refining the collection with patches. Although the collection is still relatively new, Capcom is committed to addressing reported online matchmaking issues, and recent updates have even reinstated beloved gameplay quirks like the Juggernaut glitch from Marvel vs. Capcom 2.

Shortly after the Nintendo Switch version launched, Capcom shared the patch notes for the Version 1.0.2 update. This update not only grants Switch players access to Juggernaut's Cyttorak Power-Up setting in Marvel vs. Capcom 2, but it also modifies matchmaking regional limits for online play, resulting in more stable connections during intense battles.

New Features

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- Added Cyttorak Power-Up setting to EX Settings, allowing players to toggle Juggernaut's Cyttorak effect on or off when tagging out. The effect will be active for Ranked Matches upon tagging out.

Bug Fixes

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- Adjusted matchmaking regional limits to improve online match connectivity.

- Ongoing monitoring of network activity and stability to enhance player experience.

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- Resolved an issue causing game freezes during online matches.

- Fixed a problem that prevented attacks during Cross-Over Combination when Thanos is selected as a partner.

- Corrected an issue that caused players to lose control of their character when certain Cross-Over Assists hit simultaneously with Venom's Special Throw (Punch) attack.

- Fixed a bug that affected the display of the ranking screen after a match.

- Included various other minor bug fixes.

The majority of the bug fixes in the Version 1.0.2 update focus on Marvel vs. Capcom 2, addressing several gameplay problems, such as the freezing issue during online matches and the incorrect display of the ranking screen.

Additional fixes target character-specific problems, including issues with Cross-Over Combination attacks failing to activate when Thanos is in reserve and players losing control of their characters during specific Cross-Over Assists.

These crucial updates aim to enhance Marvel vs. Capcom Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics, providing a more polished and authentic experience for gamers who have longed to play these seminal Capcom fighting games on modern systems. The collection has garnered praise for its commitment to game preservation, fueling hopes for a potential sequel that brings Marvel and Capcom heroes back into the ring.