Just in case you missed this today, Capcom has finally confirmed that it will be bringing classic 2D beat-'em-up Marvel vs Capcom 2 to XBLA and PSN this summer. The release will be proceeded by a PSN-only demo, out later this week in the US and at some point soon in Europe.
According to the announcement on Capcom's blog, the new version will be based on the superior Dreamcast code, rather than the later PS2 or Xbox iterations: "there are a few niggling issues in them that have caused the competitive community to continue using the Dreamcast version of the game," said Capcom. The game will also employ similar online features as Super Street Fighter 2 Turbo HD Remix, plus HD upscaling options.
The Marvel vs Capcom series was famed for its refined tag team mechanic, eye-popping special effects and cool "Aerial Rave" combos. MvC 2 was arguably the finest title in a glorious family tree that kicked off with Saturn classic X-Men: Children of the Atom. I'm very much looking forward to it.
Next stop - SNK vs Capcom? Surely?
