Capcom ended Tuesday (4) with major announcements at the Capcom Spotlight event. Among the main news are new characters for Street Fighter 6, details about Onimusha: Way of the Sword and the confirmation of Okami 2. The company also revealed a special bundle and discounts on games in digital stores.
Street Fighter 6 gets a crossover with Fatal Fury
The event kicked off with news for Street Fighter 6. Capcom confirmed the arrival of iconic SNK characters such as Mai, Elena, Terry, and M. Bison. The update reinforces the company's commitment to expanding the game's roster with classic fighters from legendary franchises.
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In addition to the new characters, gameplay improvements and balance adjustments were revealed, seeking to enhance the competitive experience.
Marvel vs. Capcom Fighting Collection arrives on Xbox
The Marvel vs. Capcom Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics was a surprise release for Xbox, in what the industry calls a "shadow drop." The package brings together classics from the fighting genre and meets the demands of the community, who were eagerly awaiting its release on Microsoft's platform.
The company hasn't announced plans for new content in the collection, but its inclusion on Xbox increases accessibility for fans of the genre.
Capcom Fighting Collection 2 arrives in May
Capcom also confirmed that Capcom Fighting Collection 2 will be released on May 16. Among the titles in the collection are Project Justice, Capcom vs. SNK 2: Mark of the Millennium 2001, and Power Stone 2. Thus, the announcement reinforces the company's strategy of revitalizing classic fighting games for new generations.
Fans of the franchise celebrated the reveal, especially due to the inclusion of Capcom vs. SNK 2, one of the most acclaimed titles in the genre.
Okami 2 is official and arrives in a special bundle
Another highlight was the confirmation of Okami 2. Capcom showed a new trailer and announced that Okami HD will be re-released in a special bundle alongside Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess.
Additionally, a Kunitsu-Gami demo is now available on digital stores, allowing players to experience the title before its official release.
Onimusha gets a sequel and remaster
The Onimusha franchise also saw some news. A new trailer for Onimusha: Way of the Sword revealed details about the gameplay and setting of the title, scheduled for release in 2026.
Additionally, Capcom confirmed a remaster of Onimusha 2: Samurai's Destiny, which will arrive on next-gen consoles in 2025. The announcement reinforces the company's interest in revisiting past classics and bringing new experiences to fans of the saga.
Resident Evil 2 Remake arrives on iOS
Closing the presentation, Capcom announced that Resident Evil 2 Remake is now available for compatible Apple devices. The title's arrival on iOS expands access to one of the franchise's most acclaimed remakes, now playable on mobile devices.
To celebrate the announcements, the company launched promotions on its top titles in digital stores. Players can enjoy discounts on the company's games for a limited time.
