Capcom Fighting Collection 2 Reviews

Capcom Fighting Collection 2 is by far the best and most well-rounded compilation of fighting games the studio has put out so far. There’s truly something for everyone here, from the ocean-deep mechanics of Capcom vs. SNK 2 to the madcap party fun of the Power Stone games. Capcom Fighting Evolution is still a dud and could’ve been replaced with literally anything else, but this is an otherwise unmissable collection for both local and online play.

Capcom Fighting Collection 2 completes the journey, and opens the door for new chapters. The interest alone in these games shows that Capcom still has a hadouken or two left. We are in fighting game heaven right now. Enjoy yourselves.

I remember a time when Capcom was failing miserably with each and every new release, most noticeably their fighting games. Back when they decided to charge $40 for an updated version of Street Fighter II for the Switch, the vanilla version of Street Fighter 5, and whatever the hell happened to Marvel vs. Capcom Infinite, those days are long gone now. We now live in an era where it seems like Capcom simply doesn’t miss. Every single outing of theirs is a banger, from new Resident Evil and Mo...

Capcom Fighting Collection 2 bundles the obscure together in a compilation that aims to please with its unique blend of the other side of the fighting genre. While it may not be without its blemishes, there is sure to be something in this package for everyone.

This is a wonderful collection of early 2000s fighting game era touched up with quality of life features and tons of artwork to peruse. The standout attractions this time are the team-based crossover classics Capcom vs. SNK 1 and 2, along with the beloved 3D arena brawlers Power Stone 1 and 2. Unfortunately the two Power Stones don't come with their story modes, and being stuck with one save state across all games is incredibly restrictive when continuing single-player. Still, a majority of the eight games here are absolute gems, and are arguably a better value than Capcom Fighting Collection 1.

There’s an argument to be had about when Capcom’s brightest moment has been. Was it in the 90s, where Street Fighter 2 practically inventing the fighting scene, while Resident Evil lurched into people’s consciousness? Or perhaps it’s happening right now, with huge franchise hits like Monster Hunter Wilds and Dragons Dogma 2 sitting alongside more esoteric offerings like Kunitsu-Gami.

We took a look at Capcom Fighting Collection 2 recently and in that time, our enjoyment of it has only grown. Like the prior two Capcom Fighting Collection entries, this second non-Marvel entry focuses on the breadth of Capcom's fighting game releases, with a particular focus on the late '90s and early '00s. It's a time that felt like another era of rebirth for both Capcom and SNK while highlighting 2D fighting games in new ways thanks to crossover titles and newer hardware allowing for polygonal titles and 3D titles to coexist. That aspect of the industry is somewhat lost to time as it's thought that 3D eradicated 2D games for a while, but as this collection shows, that wasn't the case.

Where its predecessor largely focused on DarkStalkers – including a couple of titles which never released outside of Japan – Capcom Fighting Collection 2 mostly turns its attention to SEGA’s infamous NAOMI arcade board, so we’re looking at a compilation of mostly Dreamcast-era brawlers here.

Capcom Fighting Collection 2 improves upon perfection, making the finest fighting games ever made even better. Newcomers and veterans alike, get ready for the most exciting battles in history with Capcom Fighting Collection 2.

Despite a couple of duds in Capcom Fighting Collection 2, there is so much good stuff on offer here and a couple of legit all-timers.

Capcom Fighting Collection 2 might not change much regarding its appearance, but it's a solid collection of Capcom's greatest fighter hits now readily available for genre fanatics.

Yet another sensational compendium of classic arcade fighters, Capcom Fighting Collection 2 brings together eight seminal classics, and although there are a couple of omissions, what's here is great. For anyone who whiled away hours in the arcades back in the 1990s and 2000s, you need to get on this.

Thanks to the kerfuffle caused by Xbox fans after the Mavel vs Capcom Fighting Collection initially skipped Xbox, the Capcom Fighting Collection 2 is launching day one with other platforms! But unlike the former, this Collection is a far more niche suite of classic fighters mostly based on Sega’s Naomi hardware aka the Dreamcast, so it’s somewhat disappointing to see the missed opportunity to call this the Capcom Dreamcast Fighting Collection.But that’s just the inner Sega fanboy in me ...

After nearly three years since the original Capcom Fighting Collection and last year’s Marvel vs. Capcom Fighting Collection, Capcom has returned with Capcom Fighting Collection 2, a comprehensive bundle that takes their classic arcade fighting games to the next level. The crown jewel of this package is undoubtedly the return of Capcom vs. SNK, the iconic crossover series that first thrilled fans in 2000. In this review of Capcom Fighting Collection 2, we’ll dive into everything this coll...

While the extras don't add much to the package, the collection of often unreleased 3D fighters with online support makes this an easy recommend. Capcom Fighting Collection 2 has a lot of fun fighters with depth and energy, offering a myriad of unique experiences.

Capcom Fighting Collection 2 is a fantastic revival of classic fighting games with modern training tools and online features, but it falls just short of perfection due to the controversial CvS2 EO ranked standard and lack of cross-play.

Capcom Fighting Collection 2 bundles up another eight classic games from the developer's back catalogue, and while some have aged worse than others, there's still plenty of fun to be had overall. Highlights here include Capcom vs. SNK 2: Mark of the Millennium 2001 and Power Stone 2, but it's just a shame there's still no crossplay.

While not every game in Capcom Fighting Collection 2 is equally balanced or polished, the variety and care taken in preservation make it a standout retro bundle that’s definitely worth the price.

Another excellent compilation of forgotten Capcom fighters, with the revival of Power Stone and Capcom Vs. SNK being especially welcome – even if it’s a shame these aren’t the Dreamcast versions.

Capcom Fighting Collection 2 brings an incredibly strong roster of classic arcade fighters to Nintendo Switch in one of the best compendiums of its work to date. This is top-notch fare, a slew of incredible games, some appearing for the first time since their original releases, replete with rollback netcode for online play, tons of unlockables, Japanese versions of all eight titles, and modern training modes to catch you up to speed. With both Power Stones, an unbeatable Capcom vs SNK double bill and Project Justice leading the charge, there's really very little to complain about here. Excellent stuff.

This collection of fighting games sits comfortably with Capcom's other compilations as a similarly high quality collection of some truly classic games that were previously stuck on old hardware. For some of these games, it might be the beginning of a new era for their compeititve scene. For others, the mere fact they're here is enough as a curio. Immaculate emulation and slick new features make this the definitive way to play with friends and share the experience.

From all-time classics to underrated gems, Capcom Fighting Collection 2 is robust enough to not only please avid Capcom fans but also newer players who want to experience some of the company’s older games.

Capcom Fighting Collection 2 brings with it a solid mix of both 2D fighters while also, for the first time in recent memory, reintroducing players to a collection of 3D fighters from Capcom's storied past.

The Capcom Fighting Collections, Arcade Classics, Beat 'Em Up Bundles, and more have been pretty good up to this point, but there’s still so many amazing Capcom games and fighters that haven’t been available in reasonable form up to this point. Fortunately, another basket of gems is almost here in the form of the Capcom Fighting Collection 2. This is a collection of both Capcom Vs SNK games, both Power Stone games, Plasma Sword, Project Justice, Capcom Fighting Evolution, and even Street Fighter Alpha 3 UPPER. It’s an amazing collection - easily my favorite Capcom’s done so far and it plays like a dream compilation for the most part.

Capcom's new fighting collection hits the stage! Choose from fan-favorite games like Capcom vs. SNK 2: Mark of the Millennium 2001 and Project Justice to 3D action games like Power Stone and Power Stone 2 in this collection of eight classic fighting games! PC version reviewed. Review copy provided by company for testing purposes.

Capcom Fighting Collection 2 is a strong grouping of Capcom fighters that could use more of the spotlight. The variety of games, which includes crossover titles, 2D, and 3D fighters, is a highlight, as are the various features that make playing them more customizable and accessible than ever. If you’ve ever wanted to try any of the included games, this is certainly the best way to do so.

Capcom Fighting Collection 2 is incredibly polished and option-filled. It’s a must-own collection for retro fighting game fans. Lots of these games have been trapped in arcade and Sega Dreamcast exclusivity. There are lots of players out there chomping at the bit for modern versions of the Capcom vs. SNK games, and the Power Stone games. The only thing keeping Capcom Fighting Collection 2 from a higher score is that all the games aren’t created equal. And Street Fighter Alpha 3 Upper is another version of a game found on several other collections. The modern retro fighting game scene has never had so many rich options. Thank you Capcom!

There sure are a ton of Capcom compilations out there and Capcom Fighting Collection 2 is one of the best with its inclusion of 8 fighter icons.

Capcom delivers another great fighting game collection--even with varying quality in the selections this time around.

Still, Capcom Fighting Collection 2 is one of the more impressive entries in Capcom's growing series of compilation titles precisely because it unearths and preserves an eclectic selection of titles that often get overshadowed by larger series like Street Fighter or Darkstalkers​​​​​​. Each of the included titles' arcade modes is still incredibly fun while they last, and bringing underrated classics like Power Stone to a modern audience brings hope that Capcom might revive the series someday. Casual fans will quickly run out of reasons to regularly return to each of the included games unless they decide to dabble in online multiplayer, but as another entry in the Capcom Fighting Collection series, Capcom Fighting Collection 2 is just as essential as its two predecessors and a must-have for fans of Dreamcast-era fighting games.

Capcom Vs. SNK 2, Power Stone 2, Plasma Sword, and Project Justice? Oh my!