Last Updated on July 21, 2023
Arcade1Up and Kith have teamed up to release a new Marvel vs. Capcom 2 cabinet.
The cabinet features a co-branded design with a Kith marquee and classic X-Men artwork on the riser. It also comes with eight Marvel games, including Marvel vs. Capcom 2, Marvel vs. Capcom, Marvel Super Heroes vs. Street Fighter, X-Men vs. Street Fighter, Marvel Super Heroes, X-Men: Children of the ATOM, X-Men: Mutant Apocalypse, and Marvel Super Heroes in War of the Gems.
This release news follows reports of a new NBA Jam anniversary cabinet from Arcade1Up.
What is Marvel Vs. Capcom 2?
Marvel vs. Capcom 2: New Age of Heroes is a 2.5D crossover fighting game developed and published by Capcom. It is the fourth installment in the Marvel vs. Capcom series, which features characters from both Capcom’s video game franchises and comic book series published by Marvel Comics. The game was released in Japanese arcades in February 2000, and was later ported to the Dreamcast, PlayStation 2, and Xbox.
A fast-paced and combo-heavy fighting game, players can choose from a roster of 56 characters, each with their own unique moveset and special moves. The game features a three-on-three tag team battle system, allowing players to swap characters in and out during battle. Considered a critical and commercial success, and is widely considered to be one of the greatest fighting games of all time.
The game’s fast-paced gameplay, deep combat system, and large roster of characters have made it a popular choice for both casual and competitive players.
Get the Arcade1Up release
The new cabinet is available for purchase on the Arcade1Up website from July 24 at 8 AM PT / 11 AM ET. It is priced at $499.99. UK readers will probably be able to find it on Amazon after release in the USA.
Here are some of the key features of the cabinet:
- Co-branded design with Kith
- Classic X-Men artwork on the riser
- Eight Marvel games
- 17-inch monitor
- Dual joysticks
- Six buttons per player
- Tilt-adjustable control panel
- Speaker system
- Retail price of $499.99
The cabinet is a great way to experience one of the most popular fighting games of all time. It is also a stylish addition to any game room. If you are a fan of the series, this is a must-have cabinet.
(GameSpot)
