SVC Chaos Comes to PC, Switch, and PS4

SVC Chaos: A Surprise PC, Switch, and PS4 Port – A Look Back and Forward

SNK's surprise announcement at EVO 2024 sent shockwaves through the fighting game community: SNK vs. Capcom: SVC Chaos is back! Now available on Steam, Nintendo Switch, and PlayStation 4, this classic crossover fighter returns with modern enhancements. Xbox players, unfortunately, are left out of this revival.

Modernized Mayhem

The re-release boasts a roster of 36 characters from both SNK and Capcom universes. Expect to see favorites like Terry Bogard and Mai Shiranui (Fatal Fury), the Mars People (Metal Slug), Tessa (Red Earth), and Capcom stalwarts Ryu and Ken (Street Fighter). The Steam page highlights key improvements: updated rollback netcode for smoother online play, new tournament modes (single, double elimination, and round-robin), a hitbox viewer, and an 89-piece art gallery.

A Long-Awaited Return

SVC Chaos's journey from 2003 arcade hit to modern re-release is a testament to its enduring popularity. SNK's past financial struggles and difficulties transitioning from arcades to home consoles contributed to the game's long absence. However, the dedicated fanbase kept the memory alive, paving the way for this triumphant comeback.

Capcom's Crossover Future

In a recent interview with Dexerto, Street Fighter 6 producer Shuhei Matsumoto hinted at Capcom's ambitions for future crossover fighting games. While a new Marvel vs. Capcom or a new Capcom/SNK collaboration are possibilities, Matsumoto stressed the significant time and resources required for such projects. The current focus is on reintroducing classic titles to a new generation, building a foundation for future collaborations.

Matsumoto also discussed the successful re-release of past Marvel titles, highlighting the years of negotiations with Marvel and the influence of community-driven tournaments like EVO in reigniting interest. The enthusiasm surrounding these re-releases suggests a bright future for classic crossover fighters.