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At its recent press event in Las Vegas, Capcom revealed that it was currently working on a new compilation of classic games starring the mighty Mega Man. Dubbed the Mega Man X Collection, the compilation appears to be following in the footsteps of last year's Mega Man Anniversary Collection for the GameCube and PlayStation 2.

While the details about which games from the Mega Man X series will be included haven't been revealed, the footage shown at the event contained clips from several games in the series. More importantly, the trailer for the game showed off what we assume will be one of the unlockables in the game, Mega Man Battle and Chase. The PlayStation game that took assorted characters from the Mega Man universe and dropped them in a kart game was never released in the US.

While no platforms were specified, aside from a vague mention of a multiplatform release, it is expected it's safe to assume the compilation will at least hit the PlayStation 2.

At the same press event, Capcom announced Capcom Classics Collection, a compendium of classic games from the veteran Japanese developer that will draw on its sizable portfolio of games. Specifics on which games will be included weren't given, but Capcom reps on hand stated that the games in the compilation will include old-school favorites, such as some of those seen in the Capcom Generations compilations released in Japan for the Saturn and PlayStation, as well as some games that have never been playable on a home console before.

While Capcom reps remained tight-lipped on the specifics of the games in the compilation, it's probably safe to assume that old-school classics such as Bionic Commando and Final Fight are candidates. As with the Mega Man X Collection, Capcom didn't specify which platform the game would be coming out for, but a PlayStation 2 version is almost guaranteed.

This is all great in everything but where's my Street Fighter Anniversary Collection? Wait a little longer, then, enjoying a sweet MMX collection (better not screw up the buttons for GCN version this time).
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This is all great in everything but where's my Street Fighter Anniversary Collection? Wait a little longer, then, enjoying a sweet MMX collection (better not screw up the buttons for GCN version this time).

there is already a street fighter anniversary collection. it just doesnt include part 1, ex or the alpha games nor do they have a gcn version. I'm happy we are getting an X collection cause I love x threw x4.

DayLahs

there is already a street fighter anniversary collection. it just doesnt include part 1, ex or the alpha games nor do they have a gcn version. I'm happy we are getting an X collection cause I love x threw x4.

That's exactly what I'm talking about.
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BuzzJive

You are giving the businessmen at Capcom WAY too much credit.

No. No we aren't.


HOLY **** HOLY **** HOLY **** HOLY **** HOLY ****!!!!!!!!!!!!

Too bad I already have X, X4-6, X8, and extremesonic has the ones I'm missing. All of em on one system, PLUS battle and chase, though? That's sweet. I wonder what's going to be on this Capcom Classics Collection, too, though. Aliens vs. Predator hopes, anyone?

1day

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This is all great in everything but where's my Street Fighter Anniversary Collection? Wait a little longer, then, enjoying a sweet MMX collection (better not screw up the buttons for GCN version this time).

The buttons weren't screwed up, it took me like 5 seconds to adjust. But then, I've played Mega Man with every controller imaginable, so I'm pretty versatile when it comes to these games.

1day

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This is all great in everything but where's my Street Fighter Anniversary Collection? Wait a little longer, then, enjoying a sweet MMX collection (better not screw up the buttons for GCN version this time).

The buttons weren't screwed up, it took me like 5 seconds to adjust. But then, I've played Mega Man with every controller imaginable, so I'm pretty versatile when it comes to these games.

1day

This is all great in everything but where's my Street Fighter Anniversary Collection?

This is what I want as well (Cube version of course)
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Varleran

MM:AC a bit weak there!?!? WHAT THE HELL!?!? A bunch of great songs, interview/anime thing, art galleries from the man himself, Kaiji Inafune, 10 games, remixed music on PS2 version, what the hell more do you want!?!?

The 10 games aren't extras they were the collection. There was like 8 songs(most were crummy), an old interview(or low qual episode of that awful megaman show) and 2 or 3, 10ish page artworks, and the remix was only for 3 games. That not very many, other collections have alot more in them. I mean with 6 of the games being NES, I'm sure they could have added more
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Varleran

No. No we aren't.


HOLY **** HOLY **** HOLY **** HOLY **** HOLY ****!!!!!!!!!!!!

Too bad I already have X, X4-6, X8, and extremesonic has the ones I'm missing. All of em on one system, PLUS battle and chase, though? That's sweet. I wonder what's going to be on this Capcom Classics Collection, too, though. Aliens vs. Predator hopes, anyone?


The buttons weren't screwed up, it took me like 5 seconds to adjust. But then, I've played Mega Man with every controller imaginable, so I'm pretty versatile when it comes to these games.

but the thing is, all those mega man games did have a commonality when it came to the button placement, they all made sense and were on comfortable controllers (snes, ps1).

Not that the gc controller is uncomfortable in itself, but using it for this type of game with the small b and large A made it freakish comparativly and did make it uncomfortable making split second reactions in the game cumbersome and this is from a die hard mega man vet, no I don't suck and no i'm not an idiot, capcom just screwed up, period.

Not just with the buttons but on a few other things like the sound/music and graphics and when i say graphics i mean they should have at least made them crisper, not so much as an upgrade but more defined like no flickering and such.

Sorry but i have to disagree with you, to date, the original versions of the Mega Man series are still 100 times better then there counter-parts in the collection.

Man-O-War

but the thing is, all those mega man games did have a commonality when it came to the button placement, they all made sense and were on comfortable controllers (snes, ps1).

Not that the gc controller is uncomfortable in itself, but using it for this type of game with the small b and large A made it freakish comparativly and did make it uncomfortable making split second reactions in the game cumbersome and this is from a die hard mega man vet, no I don't suck and no i'm not an idiot, capcom just screwed up, period.

Not just with the buttons but on a few other things like the sound/music and graphics and when i say graphics i mean they should have at least made them crisper, not so much as an upgrade but more defined like no flickering and such.

Sorry but i have to disagree with you, to date, the original versions of the Mega Man series are still 100 times better then there counter-parts in the collection.

100 times better? How about removed slowdown and glitches? Added on-the-fly weapon switching? Improved music playback (no more parts of songs cut out due to sound effects) on the NES versions?

The only ones I'd have to agree with you with is Mega Man 7 (AC had ruined music and cut-down ending), and the Saturn version of Mega Man 8, which had Cut Man.

I also notice no one complaining about the controls on Metroid Prime or its Metroid port. I think you people simply need to be a little more versatile, Atomic Planet did the switch for a reason, and that's because the A button is the bigger one and therefore better for mashing on, and how often do you mash on the jump button? A was the better choice, accept it.

extremesonic

blah blah blah

Ok, you got me there, but I disagree about the Remixes, I liked them a lot. I haven't seen the episode of the show on the PS2 version yet(and probably never will), so the PS2's might have gotten the downside, but the interview on the GC version was good. I'll admit that it could have used some more extras, but really, a collection should be about the returned gameplay, not the extras, which you look through once and never touch again.

unkwon

Give me a Uncut version of the famicon Top Secret(Bionic Commando in US) translated. Along with the GB and GBC games. The arcade BC/TS was subpar.

What did they cut in the US version of Bionic Commando?? I never knew they changed anything those games are great(GBC one was pretty good)
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Keith Sweat

I doubt Capcom would place Megaman X Collection on the Gamecube. It would have to be a multi-disc set. Let's not forget that the X series has been a Playstation exclusive since X5 (X4 was on Saturn).

In all likelihood, Mr Sweat, the Mega Man X collection will only consist of Mega Man X games that were NOT released this generation. Meaning Mega Man X1-X6. Meaning only one disc would be required.
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Xiu Xiu

1942 Collection, please.

OH PLEASE, 1942 rocked hard.

sonicblue

What the hell is so big about those X games? They're flipping short ass side-scrollers.

There longer than the original Megaman games, I guess you jsut have to be a fan of the series.
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nenned

What I want on Capcom Collection:
Strider
Ghosts N' Goblins
Super Ghouls N' Ghosts
Final Fight
1942
U.N. Squadron
Demon's Crest
Gunsmoke
Bionic Commando
Kights of the Round
Super Street Fighter 2 Turbo (Come on!! At least have this on the GC version since GC owners were screwed out of SF Anniversary Collection!!)

I would pay 80 bucks for all those on one disc. I love you man

extremesonic

What did they cut in the US version of Bionic Commando?? I never knew they changed anything those games are great(GBC one was pretty good)

The NES game was censored in the US release.

Level design was totaly dumbed own as they where more stuff withn the levels. Plus the Badds are actualy the Nazis, as the game had alot of Swastikas all over the place, and Master D was actully Hilter.

http://www.thealmightyguru.com/Reviews/BionicCommando/BC-TopSecret.html

extremesonic

There longer than the original Megaman games, I guess you jsut have to be a fan of the series.

I am. I beat all the SNES X games with all the max upgrades and whatnot. And I own X5 on PSone.

sonicblue

And I own X5 on PSone.

Is that the one with the Guns N' Roses tribute??

"20 classic games is on its way to consoles."

"At the same press event, Capcom announced Capcom Classics Collection, a
compendium of classic games from the veteran Japanese developer that will
draw on its sizable portfolio of games. Specifics on which games will be
included weren't given, but Capcom reps on hand stated that the games in
the compilation will include old-school favorites, such as some of those
seen
in the Capcom Generations compilations released in Japan for the Saturn and
PlayStation, as well as some games that have never been playable on a home
console before.

While Capcom reps remained tight-lipped on the specifics of the games in
the compilation, it's a safe assumption that old-school classics such as
Bionic Commando and Final Fight are candidates. As with the Mega Man X
Collection, Capcom didn't specify which platform the game would be coming
out for, but a PlayStation 2 version is almost guaranteed."

http://news.spong.com/x?art=8308

Capcom Classics Collection - Information Gradually Leaking Out
Arcade vs. console and more - speculation from horse's mouth.

At Capcom Gamer's Day held last week in Las Vegas, the highlight of the
show, probably much to the firm's displeasure, was Hiroshi Tobisawa's
announcement that Capcom Classics Collection is in the works.

Absolutely nothing specific was mentioned other that Capcom will be
evaluating and porting some of its treasured - if a little dusty - IP to
current home consoles.

Speaking to a Capcom representative today, SPOnG discovered that the entire
project is still very much under wraps. However, a few titbits regarding
Capcom's thinking were on offer.

We were informed that Capcom Classics is likely to form a series, with
various offerings bundled together and being released over time in multiple,
related packs. We asked about expected content and any possible split
between historic console and arcade titles, and were told that more than
likely, Capcom will port sets of games on a per-platform and per-arcade
board basis, which brings the CPS2 revival dream a little closer to the
eternal Capcom hardcore faithful.

SPOnG doesn't expect anything concrete for some time, though an E3
announcement is deemed likely. Stay tuned.

http://gc.advancedmn.com/article.php?artid=4243

Capcom also announced Capcom Classics Collection, a compilation of classic
games from the veteran Japanese developer. Still, Capcom did not reveal any
specifics on which games would be included. One can only imagine the
possibilities, with classics such as Bionic Commando and Final Fight
hanging in the rough.

Although Capcom has yet to announce which systems the titles will release
on, it's safe to assume a PlayStation 2 release with possibilities within
the GameCube spectrum given previous title successes.

http://xbox.gamespy.com/xbox/mega-man-x-collection/585184p1.html

"classic arcade games to receive compilation discs."

"Not much is known about Capcom Classics Collection except that it will
contain over 20 classic Capcom arcade games. A few years ago, the company
released a classics series in Japan called Capcom Generations for
PlayStation and Saturn. Each of these discs contained a few games from
popular Capcom franchises such as Ghosts 'n' Goblins, Commando, and 1942. No
doubt some of these titles will be contained within the Classics Collection,
but considering that there will be more games in this collection than in the
Capcom Generations, we don't have to worry about this being a mere rehash of
previous compilations.

Again, no specific titles have been announced at this time, but sadly, we
won't be seeing any of Capcom's licensed arcade titles like Willow or Alien
vs. Predator (at least on this collection). It has also been hinted that
there may be at least one NES title in the collection -- one that was
superior to the arcade version. We can only guess that this would be Bionic
Commando, but we weren't given any confirmation.

Capcom hasn't announced what system these two collections will be released
on, but considering how well Mega Man Anniversary Collection sold on PS2 and
GameCube, those seem like obvious choices. Perhaps if MMAC performs well on
Xbox, these titles will come to that as well."

http://www.gamepower.com.au/?aid=2349

Capcom Announce Classics Collection
POSTED 06 February 2005

At a recent North American press event, Capcom announced Capcom Classics
Collection, a compilation of numerous cornerstone games from the respected
Japanese developer. Although the company was extremely vague about which
games will be included, it's safe to assume that titles such as Final Fight
will make the cut. Interestingly, the company did say that the compilation
would include games never before playable on a home console.

Capcom didn't specify which home consoles the game was in development for,
but if history is any guide, a PlayStation 2 version is at the very least
assured.

Stay tuned for more Capcom Classics Collection information.

so, from the articles we can assume or expect certain things

*over 20 Capcom games (arcade games?)
*likely to be released over several discs
*some of the games will be the ones released on Capcom Generations 1-5
*other games will be games that have never been playable on consoles before


some of the games I want to see:
Forgotten Worlds (never ported exactly, only watered down conversions on MD-Genesis, PCE SuperCD-ROM - TurboDuo, Master System, Amiga)

Final Fight: the only near-perfect port exists on Sharp X68000 computer in Japan. all the other translations were watered down, yes even the SegaCD version. (less enemies on screen, MUCH less color, lower resolution, not-perfect backgrounds

Carrier Air Wing aka U.S. Navy: never brought home, ever. this is the sequel to
UN Squadron aka Area 88.

1941 Counter Attack: converted only to the NEC SuperGrafx

Ghouls 'N Ghosts: not *quite* ported 100% arcade-exact exact. near-identical ports exist on Sharp X68000 computer and on Saturn, PS1 ( on Capcom Generation 2) and decent translations are on the MD-Genesis and SuperGrafx. I'd love a totally arcade-perfect port with zero differences from arcade. this is probably my favorite Capcom game ever.

Street Fighter 2 Collection with perfect *seperate* ports of ALL five Street Fighter 2 games (plus maybe the slight alterations among each of the five). I do NOT want to see another blending of these games like the recent SF Anniversary Edition. I refused to purchase Anniversary because one CANNOT play on the original SF2 backgrounds.

Knights Of The Round: we only got a watered down SNES conversion. must have CPS perfection here.

gigadrive

Street Fighter 2 Collection with perfect *seperate* ports of ALL five Street Fighter 2 games (plus maybe the slight alterations among each of the five). I do NOT want to see another blending of these games like the recent SF Anniversary Edition. I refused to purchase Anniversary because one CANNOT play on the original SF2 backgrounds.

As much as I like your thinking here (especially for GC owners who did not get SF Aniversary Collection) I doubt there will be 5 SF games if there are only 20 games on the collection. Just give me Super Street Fighter 2 Turbo and I will be more than happy.

sonicblue

What the hell is so big about those X games? They're flipping short ass side-scrollers.

They're bigger than what you might think. Don't ask me why. I do not understand anything as to why they take up so much space. The reason I am saying they are so big is because i've downloaded the roms and they 500-600mb a peice.

djsilvertiger

Why would the GC version need two discs? It's not like these games took up THAT much space? The roms aren't huge.

I don't know. But, the roms I downloaded would take up, roughly, 85% of a CD. However, me saying a GC version of the X Collection would need "HEAVY" compression was a big over-statement on my part. They could probably squish everything on to one disk.

Mega Man X 1-3 = probably less than 10 megabyte
Mega Man X 4-6 = the roms I have take up exactly 1.67 gig on my computer.

It could be done. Even with all the extras. But hey, it's not even been announced for gamecube so.....

*flutters away*

sonicblue

No, that was X6.

The X game with the Axl rose boss, is X5. So he was right
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nenned

As much as I like your thinking here (especially for GC owners who did not get SF Aniversary Collection) I doubt there will be 5 SF games if there are only 20 games on the collection. Just give me Super Street Fighter 2 Turbo and I will be more than happy.

well, Capcom *could* count those five SF2 games into one or two games on their collection or collections



1. SF2 TWW, SF2 CE, SF2 T/HF
2. SSF2, SSF2T