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News Spotify Users Can Now Enjoy A New Batch Of Capcom Tracks Following Huge Music Dump
Hmm, reading that back, it doesn't sound quite so appealing
Fans of chiptune and video game music in general have a whole bunch of freshly released tracks to enjoy thanks to Capcom dropping a boatload of albums on Spotify. They range from the classic NES Mega Man through PS1-era Resident Evil, Monster Hunter, Phoenix Wright, Devil May Cry,
News Monster Hunter Generations Hits 3 Million Sales Across Switch And 3DS
Lucrative Switch numbers still dwarfed by Monster Hunter: World
As you may or may not be aware, Capcom keeps a tally of all its million-sellers called the 'Platinum' list. It covers all platforms and, right now, it's up to 87 titles (although, confusingly, Capcom's own description states that it has over 100 million-selling games) stretching from...
News Live-Action Movie Based On Capcom's Monster Hunter Series Arrives Next September
From the creator of the Resident Evil movies
Live-action movies based on popular video game series are all the rage right now. Capcom had quite the headstart in Hollywood with the success of the Resident Evil franchise and now it's moving onto Monster Hunter. If you've been wondering when this
News Capcom Has No Plans "At This Time" To Release The Resident Evil 2 Remake On Switch
Focused on other platforms for now
Believe it or not, but Capcom’s survival horror series Resident Evil once had incredibly strong ties with Nintendo hardware. During the GameCube era it was difficult not to mention the stunning line-up of games on the system without making a reference to one of the temporary platform exclusives such as Resident...
Rumour Netflix Is Reportedly Working On A Resident Evil Television Series
Dead serious
Capcom’s Resident Evil franchise has seemingly peaked, with countless games and an entire run of movies released over the past three decades. Deadline Hollywood is now reporting the long-running survival horror series is set to become a Netflix Original television series. According to the source, the German production and...
News Mega Man Legacy Collection Sells One Million, A First For The Series In 15 Years
Mega milestone
Capcom's blue bomber Mega Man might feature alongside the all-star cast in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, but things have been quite rough for him over the past 15 years. According to Capcom financial data dating back to September, the Mega Man
News Capcom Is Working On A Mystery Game That Will Surprise Fans
What could it be?
In a recent interview with Famitsu (as translated by ResetEra), Capcom's senior producer Jun Takeuchi said the Japanese company wanted to expand in size so it could handle four major projects at once. "If we keep gradually increasing the size of our staff, I'm thinking that at some point maybe we might be able to handle four...
News Phoenix Wright's Resin Statue Will Defend You In Court For A Hefty Sum
Legal fees are expensive
A few weeks ago, we got our very first look at the Phoenix Wright statue by First 4 Figures. The character is modelled on the same one from the 2013 3DS release, Ace Attorney - Dual Destinies. We very much hope you've been saving up, as the asking price for Mr. Wright to defend you in court isn't exact
News Check Out Thai Martial Artist Tony Jaa In Capcom's Upcoming Monster Hunter Movie
Could probably bring down a beast with his fists
Whether you're open to the idea of it or not, a live-action movie based on Capcom's insanely popular video game franchise Monster Hunter is currently in the works. So far we've got glimpses of multiple characters from the movie and even some
News Go To Court With This Phoenix Wright Statue Designed By First 4 Figures
Evidence confirms it was worth the wait
It's been a while, but the ace attorney Phoenix Wright appears to finally be returning to the courtroom. Following Capcom's September announcement the original game trilogy - Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney, Justice For All
News The Capcom Beat 'Em Up Bundle Update You All Asked For Is Now Live
Screen filters! Multiplayer toggle! New Screen size!
We rather liked the Capcom Beat 'Em Up Bundle when it launched recently, and our only real complaint was that Capcom had been rather lazy when it came to screen options. The company obviously took note of play feedback on this matter, as it quickly announced that an update was in the works which...
News Capcom Can't Make "Any Promises" About DLC Being Added To Mega Man 11
"Get excited about the game"
Capcom's Mega Man 11 arrived on the Switch at the start of October. Shortly after the big launch, a post-release update to the game's Steam database page suggested downloadable content could be on the way when the Japanese developer 8ing - known for its past collaborations with Capcom - was listed. With DLC suspected,...
Highest Q2 income in company history
Capcom has today released its latest financial results, with the company's latest and greatest titles resulting in the highest operating income at the end of a second quarter in company history. The report shows the collective successes of Capcom's video game development, arcade operations, amusement equipments,...
News Monster Hunter Movie's Milla Jovovich Shares New On-Set Photo To Reassure "Worried" Fans
More pics to come
Last week brought with it our first glimpse of the upcoming Monster Hunter movie tie-in, with an image of one of the central characters, Sergeant Marshall (played by Diego Boneta), being shared alongside a handful of plot details. To say that the initial reception was concerned would be putting it mildly, despite the fact that his...
News Three, Yes Three Resident Evil Games Are Headed To Nintendo Switch In 2019
Fan-favourites aplenty
Capcom has revealed that three games in the Resident Evil series will be making their way to Nintendo Switch in 2019. The announcement comes via Twitter, with Capcom revealing that Resident Evil, Resident Evil 0, and the much-adored Resident Evil 4 are all on the way next year. More details are naturally expected to follow...
News Capcom Has "Heard Community's Feedback" And Will Update Beat 'Em Up Bundle Next Month
No fighting necessary
The Capcom Beat 'Em Up Bundle was a relatively unexpected announcement in September. The game was then launched a week later, offering players the chance to enjoy a compilation of retro side-scrolling fighting games ranging from Final Fight to Armoured Warriors. If you did download the title to your Switch on release, you...
News Try Not To Get Too Angry At The First 'Hero' Shot From The Upcoming Monster Hunter Movie
It's not as bad as it seems, honest
We're getting a Monster Hunter live-action movie soon - and if you have any experience of movies based on popular video games, that sentence should fill you with a sense of trepidation. The process of transforming games into films hasn't been a smooth one for many projects - Street Fighter,
News Capcom's Update For Street Fighter 30th Anniversary Collection Arrives Next Week
Improvements and fixes
This year the Street Fighter series is celebrating its 30th anniversary. To celebrate, Capcom released the Street Fighter 30th Anniversary Collection - comprised of 12 iconic games. Anyone who has been playing this game since its release will be pleased to hear an update is on the way to the Nintendo Switch version on 23rd...
News Mega Man 11 Was Developed By Just 40 People, Staff "Very Clear" On Their Own Responsibilities
Teams often in the hundreds
The recent launch of Mega Man 11 has brought with it an excellent resurgence for the Blue Bomber, combining the series' much-loved classic gameplay with modern twists to keep things interesting. Despite this development success, though, the team working on the game behind the scenes was made up of just 40 people - a...
Video Digital Foundry's Complete Analysis Of Mega Man 11
"Capcom nailed it"
Capcom's Mega Man 11 arrived on the Nintendo Switch last week. Being a multi-platform release, Digital Foundry has taken a chance to examine each version of the game and also investigate how the design of Mega Man 11 mimics the classic releases. As is noted, the team "clearly understands" what makes the series so great. The video...
News Capcom Confirms That Monster Hunter's Live-Action Movie Adaptation Is Definitely Going Ahead
From the man behind Resident Evil
The Monster Hunter series will be receiving a live-action movie adaptation, Capcom has confirmed. The idea of a Monster Hunter movie taking shape in one way or another has actually been circulating for some time now; back in 2012, British director and producer Paul W.S. Anderson revealed that a film conversion was...
News Capcom Announces Mega Man Live-Action Hollywood Film
A mega movie
Movies based on popular video game series are slowly catching on in Hollywood. In recent times films for iconic characters like Mario, Sonic and Pikachu have been announced. The latest character to join this trend is Mega Man. Capcom's iconic character will be starring in a live-action Hollywood film for the first time ever. Debuting...
News Capcom Announces Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney Trilogy For Nintendo Switch
No objections to this
A few weeks ago, Capcom revealed it would be hosting an "unmissable" Ace Attorney panel on the 22nd September at this year's Tokyo Game Show. Following a bunch of rumours dating back to November last year, it's now finally been confirmed the first three Phoenix Wright games are on the way to the Nintendo Switch. For the first...
Review Capcom Beat 'Em Up Bundle - Nirvana For Side-Scrolling Fighter Fans
Coins not required
While it can't take credit for creating the genre, Capcom is arguably one of the most important companies ever to work in the realm of side-scrolling beat 'em ups. Entries like Renegade, Double Dragon and Golden Axe may have established the template of the humble 'belt scroller', but it was Capcom's seminal 1989 effort Final Fight...
News Capcom Beat 'Em Up Bundle Is Receiving Four Different Retail Options In Japan
And some are pretty huge
One of the bigger surprises during the recent Nintendo Direct was Capcom Beat' Em Up Bundle. Featuring a selection of the most famous side-scrolling fighters from the company, this scrumptious looking bundle will be available from the eShop tomorrow, but Japanese fans can get their hands on a ridiculous amount of extras,...
News Mega Man 11 Switch Release Will Include amiibo Support
Mega awesome
Last week, Capcom released a Mega Man 11 demo on the eShop to give us a taste of the new entry in the series. With the game due out on the Switch on 2nd October, the latest direct has today revealed an exclusive feature for the Nintendo version of the game. You will be able to unlock helpful in-game items - such as energy tanks - on a...
News The Capcom Beat ’Em Up Bundle Will Tickle Your Side-Scrolling Fighter Itch
Final Fight! Captain Commando! Battle Circuit!
Capcom is bundling up some of its most famous side-scrolling fighters in a slap-happy collection that will have arcade fans giggling with glee. Capcom Beat ’Em Up Bundle includes Final Fight, Captain Commando, King of Dragons, Knights of the Round, Warriors of Fate, Armored Warriors and Battle...
News Capcom Hosting Ace Attorney Panel At This Year's Tokyo Game Show
"Unmissable"
The last Ace Attorney game released was Spirit of Justice on the 3DS in 2016. Since then, there's only been the slightest bit of evidence Capcom's popular series would make a resurgence. After a long wait, there's now finally some more convincing information a new chapter could be on the horizon. According to...
News Take On Block Man In The Mega Man 11 Demo, Now Live On The Switch eShop
Test try today
Mega Man 11 is a classic take on Capcom's long-running series with a fresh new look. To build interest in the game leading up to its October release, a special demo showcasing a single boss has now been released on the Switch eShop. As previously noted, this demo allows players to take on a variety of enemies and overcome multiple...
Video Playing the Long Hunt in Monster Hunter Generations Ultimate
Cosy up with a Cephalos
Monster Hunter Generations Ultimate is finally here on Nintendo Switch in all its more-comfortable-for-big-hands-than-a-3DS glory, and we've been enjoying it immensely if you take our review as anything to go by. Here's a clue: you should. If you want to have a closer look at how the game works if you're still a little bit...
Video Digital Foundry Compares Okami On Switch To Past Versions
Timeless
With some modern enhancements here and there, Capcom's Okami still looks as beautiful as it did when it was originally released back in 2006. As it's been ported across to multiple devices over the years - including the Nintendo Wii, it's been given regular visual makeovers. Okami HD - now available on the Nintendo...
News Capcom Releasing Mega Man 11 Demo In September
Mega demo
Mega Man 11 is shaping up to be something special with its new-gen style yet seemingly respectful take on the series. It’s due out on the Switch this October, but before then, a demo of the game will apparently be made available. The "Mega Man 11 Demo Version" is currently listed for 4th September, with the Switch equivalent reportedly...
Video Get a First Look at Monster Hunter Generations Ultimate Running on Nintendo Switch
In English!
Whilst Monster Hunter Generations Ultimate has sort of existed for a while in the form of Monster Hunter XX in Japan, it's not until this version that the average English-speaking Switch owner could play the game and understand it at the same time. Although the gameplay is essentially identical to the Japanese version, we still...
News Capcom’s Latest Financial Report Reveals Record-Breaking First Quarter
Sales driven by internationally recognised IP
Capcom released its latest financial results, with the Japanese company revealing sales and profits have continued to increase. This is primarily linked to the success of Monster Hunter World shifting 8.3 million copies worldwide - further “solidifying its position as an international brand” and...
Video Here's A Look At The Mega Man: Fully Charged Animated Series
"It's time to go mega!"
The first trailer for the television animation, Mega Man: Fully Charged, has been shown at the San Diego Comic-Con. The show is based on the classic games, with season one running for ten episodes in total. The story is about Aki Light – a schoolboy who can transform into a powerful hero known as Mega Man. When...
News Switch May Be Getting An Exclusive Monster Hunter Game As Well As Generations Ultimate
Monster Hunter World just not possible, though
We already know that Switch is getting Monster Hunter Generations Ultimate this year, with an August 28th launch date giving Nintendo's console another AAA release for the holiday season. However, it would seem that Capcom may have plans to release another entry in the Monster Hunter...
News Capcom Explains Reasoning Behind Mega Man’s New Look In His Latest Outing
An intricate design process
Mega Man has undergone a number of physical transformations over the years and in his next outing, Mega Man 11, he’ll adopt a fresh new look. In a collection of videos about the latest game in the long-running series, Capcom explained why exactly the iconic character has had a design tweak. Apparently, it’s all...
News Capcom Could Release More Cloud-Based Games On Nintendo Switch
But it's waiting to see how Resident Evil 7 performs first
Capcom is exploring the possibility of bringing more cloud-based games to the Nintendo Switch, The Wall Street Journal has reported. The Japanese giant recently released a cloud-based version of Resident Evil 7 on the console in Japan, using a unique rental system where players pay for game...
Video Capcom’s Retrospective Look At Street Fighter III
The 30th anniversary celebrations continue
As you might have heard, Street Fighter 30th Anniversary Collection was recently released on the Switch. We gave it a nine star rating, touting it as an “utterly essential purchase” for any fan of the series or the fighting game genre. Capcom looks to be continuing celebrations of the anniversary...
News Suda51 GameCube Title killer7 To Be Remastered
Coming to Steam this fall
Originally published by Capcom for Nintendo GameCube and PlayStation 2, killer7 was a visually striking action-adventure developed by Suda51's Grasshopper Manufacture. Rumoured for quite a while, but after 13 years NIS America have now announced that a remaster is underway and will be heading to Steam later this...
News Resident Evil 7 Cloud Version Doesn't Really Work Outside of Japan
What a surprise
Cloud gaming has proven to be a divisive subject; some feel it's a convenient and easy way to play games at a lower cost and with little space sacrificed. Others feel it's an unpredictable and buggy way to play something that should've just been ported properly. Regardless of how you feel, if you live in Europe or North America, you...
Video Discussing What Took Monster Hunter Generations Ultimate So Long to Come to the West
Slaying monsters in HD... in English!
The news dropped recently that Monster Hunter XX is dropping on Nintendo Switch in the West in the form of Monster Hunter Generations Ultimate; a borderline direct port of the 3DS version to guarantee compatibility. It's lovely news and no mistake, but why did it take Capcom so long to make the decision? We...
Video Capcom Shows Off Mega Man X Legacy's Bonus Features In New Footage
Don't feel blue
Mega Man fans sure have their plates full this year, as Capcom is releasing not one but two retro collections of classic titles - and both are Switch-bound. Mega Man X Legacy Collection 1 and 2 will, between them, span the entire X sub-series, and will also come with a selection of bonus features, such as an art gallery and...
News Pix'n Love Is Creating A Limited Edition Street Fighter 30th Anniversary Collection Package
Artbook and lithographs ahoy!
French firm Pix'n Love - famous for its excellent video game books - has been commissioned by Capcom to produce a special limited edition version of the upcoming Street Fighter 30th Anniversary Collection. The package will contain a physical copy of the game itself, a special box, an 80-page artbook and four...
Rumour Is This Really Marvel Vs. Capcom 3 Running On Switch?
A Pinch Of Salt Might Be Advisable
Footage has surfaced online of Marvel vs. Capcom 3 running on what appears to be a Nintendo Switch console. The video shows the fighting title running on Switch - complete with the correct button prompts - and even shows the game's icon at the end, when whoever is recording the footage exits to the home menu...
News The Studio That Ported Skyrim To Switch Wants To Tackle Monster Hunter World Next
"Give us a shot & we won’t let you down"
Capcom's been pretty clear (on more than one occasion) about the fact that Monster Hunter World is aimed at consoles like the PS4 and Xbox One, and is unlikely to ever be ported to the Switch. The company's stance hasn't changed in the recent months, despite many
Feature Catching Up With Mega Ran Ahead Of His UK Tour
"I'm really excited to see places I've never seen before"
Hip hop/ nerd core artist and producer Mega Ran returns to our humble shores this month for a nationwide tour. After securing an exclusive licensing deal with Capcom, the former teacher has toured all over the world and released multiple albums inspired by some of the most revered games and...
News Look, Capcom Knows You Really Want Monster Hunter World On Switch
"We’re aware of that request"
Jeez, you guys. Can you, like, stop with all this "when is Monster Hunter World coming to Switch?" nonsense for just one second? Poor old Capcom's sick to death of hearing about how much you want it on Nintendo's machine, OK? And who came blame Capcom, right? Monster Hunter World has been a complete and...
Video How Overwatch Helped A Street Fighter Legend Overcome His Hatred Of Video Games
Akira "Akiman" Yasuda opens up on Capcom, designing games and loneliness
Even if the name Akira "Akiman" Yasuda means nothing to you, there's a chance you've been touched by his talent. Yasuda was the driving force behind many of Capcom's '80s and '90s smash-hits and has recently taken part in a superb interview with toco toco TV. Yasuda...
Video This Heartwarming Home Movie Shows The Moment Mega Man 2 Changed Everything
State of the art high resolution memories
Mega Man turns 30 this year, an event which will no doubt make many players feels really, really old. Capcom's series may be undergoing a revival of late thanks to the announcement of an all-new entry, but for many fans it never got any better than the NES sequel, which still ranks as one of the best action...