Evidently Capcom was pleased with the sales of Super Street Fighter II Turbo HD Remix and other classic remakes, as the company brought out its trump card today: Marvel vs. Capcom 2. Yes, an enhanced port of the fan-favorite fighter is coming to PSN and XBLA later this summer.
This edition of Marvel vs. Capcom 2 based on the superior Dreamcast code base, featuring two optional HD-friendly upscaling filters, namely "smooth" and "crisp." For the purists among us, Capcom also has included a "classic" option, which leaves all visual facets completely untouched.
Beyond that, all-new game modes and video options are being added, such as an online mode utilizing the same net code found in HD Remix and widescreen support. In regards to the 16:9 viewpoint, gameplay will still take place on a 4:3 field, meaning the backdrops are essentially stretched with a few camera tricks thrown in for good measure. Capcom assures that gameplay has not been altered whatsoever to accommodate the changes, however, for those wanting a real dose of nostalgia, a standard 4:3 mode complete with black borders and all is available.
To top it all off, all 56 characters will be available immediately upon booting up the game. No need to go through the hassle of unlocking them this time around.
Marvel vs. Capcom 2 is slated to hit PlayStation Network and Xbox Live Arcade this summer for $15 or 1200 MS points. A playable demo is inbound for PSN exclusively this week, on April 30.
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