Editing Marvel vs. Capcom (section)

==Games==
{{Video game timeline
| compressempty = yes
| 1996 = ''[[X-Men vs. Street Fighter]]''
| 1997 = ''[[Marvel Super Heroes vs. Street Fighter]]''
| 1998 = ''[[Marvel vs. Capcom: Clash of Super Heroes]]''
| 2000 = ''[[Marvel vs. Capcom 2: New Age of Heroes]]''
| 2011a = ''[[Marvel vs. Capcom 3: Fate of Two Worlds]]''
| 2011b = ''[[Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3]]''
| 2012 = ''[[Marvel vs. Capcom Origins]]''
| 2017 = ''[[Marvel vs. Capcom: Infinite]]''
| 2024 = ''[[Marvel vs. Capcom Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics]]''
}}
; Main Games
*'''''[[X-Men vs. Street Fighter]]''''' was initially released as an [[arcade game]] in 1996.<ref name=SFHistory>{{cite web |url=http://www.ign.com/articles/2009/02/16/ign-presents-the-history-of-street-fighter?page=7 |title=IGN Presents the History of Street Fighter (Page 7) |last=McLaughlin |first=Rus |website=IGN |date=February 16, 2009 |access-date=January 3, 2016}}</ref> The game was later [[Porting|ported]] to the [[Sega Saturn]] in 1997 and [[PlayStation (console)|PlayStation]] in 1998.<ref>{{cite magazine |url=http://www.gameinformer.com/cgi-bin/review.cgi?sys=sat&path=feb98&doc=xmsf |title=X-Men vs. Street Fighter - Sega Saturn |magazine=[[Game Informer]] |issue=58 |date=February 1998 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/19990921173526/http://www.gameinformer.com/cgi-bin/review.cgi?sys=sat&path=feb98&doc=xmsf |archive-date=September 21, 1999 |url-status=dead |access-date=February 8, 2017}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.nowgamer.com/x-men-vs-street-fighter-ex/ |title=X-Men vs. Street Fighter EX |website=[[NowGamer]] |date=February 26, 1998 |access-date=February 8, 2017|archive-date=February 4, 2016|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160204190156/http://www.nowgamer.com/x-men-vs-street-fighter-ex/|url-status=dead}}</ref> It established the series' basic gameplay conventions by combining ''[[Street Fighter]]''-style combat with tag team features.<ref name=CompleteWorks>{{cite book|title=Marvel vs. Capcom: Official Complete Works|author=UDON Entertainment|year=2012|publisher=Diamond Comics|location=Hong Kong|isbn=9781926778495|page=3}}</ref> ''X-Men vs. Street Fighter'' also borrowed gameplay concepts from [[Capcom]]'s previous [[Marvel Comics]]-licensed fighting games, ''[[X-Men: Children of the Atom (video game)|X-Men: Children of the Atom]]'' and ''[[Marvel Super Heroes (video game)|Marvel Super Heroes]]''.<ref name=EuroG>{{cite web|url=http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/street-fighter-retrospective-article?page=4|date=February 15, 2009|access-date=February 8, 2017|last=Edwards|first=Matt|website=[[Eurogamer]]|title=Retrospective: Street Fighter • Page 4}}</ref>
*'''''[[Marvel Super Heroes vs. Street Fighter]]''''' was released in arcades in 1997.<ref name=SFHistory/> It was then ported to the Sega Saturn in 1998 and PlayStation in 1999.<ref name=GSpotSAT>{{cite web |url=http://www.gamespot.com/reviews/marvel-super-heroes-vs-street-fighter-import-revie/1900-2532883/ |title=Marvel Super Heroes vs. Street Fighter (Import) Review (Saturn) |last=Gerstmann |first=Jeff |website=GameSpot |date=November 30, 1998 |access-date=February 8, 2017}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.ign.com/articles/1998/10/15/first-look-marvel-super-heroes-vs-street-fighter |title=First Look: Marvel Super Heroes vs. Street Fighter |last=Perry |first=Douglass C. |website=IGN |date=October 14, 1998 |access-date=February 8, 2017}}</ref> The game expanded the playable roster to the larger [[Marvel Universe]], introducing characters such as [[Captain America]], [[Hulk]], and [[Spider-Man]].<ref name=CompleteWorks/> It was also responsible for introducing character assist moves to the franchise, a gameplay element which would influence future ''Marvel vs. Capcom'' installments.<ref name=EuroG/>
*'''''[[Marvel vs. Capcom: Clash of Super Heroes]]''''' debuted in arcades in 1998.<ref name=SFHistory/> Ports to the [[Dreamcast]] and PlayStation soon followed in 1999.<ref name=IGNReviewDC>{{cite web |url=http://www.ign.com/articles/1999/10/08/marvel-vs-capcom-clash-of-super-heroes-review |title=Marvel vs. Capcom: Clash of Super Heroes Review (DC) |last=Dunham |first=Jeremy |website=IGN |date=October 7, 1999 |access-date=February 8, 2017}}</ref> Rather than strictly using ''Street Fighter'' characters, the game included characters from other Capcom video game franchises, such as [[Mega Man (character)|Mega Man]], [[Morrigan Aensland|Morrigan]], and [[Strider Hiryu]].<ref name=CompleteWorks/> It removed the character assist feature used in ''Marvel Super Heroes vs. Street Fighter'' and implemented its own system, which randomly allocated guest characters to each player.<ref name=History>{{cite web|title=Marvel vs Capcom: a history of the Vs fighting series|website=[[GamesRadar]] |last=Elston |first=Brett |date=April 20, 2010|url=http://www.gamesradar.com/marvel-vs-capcom-a-history-of-the-vs-fighting-series/|access-date=February 8, 2017}}</ref>
*'''''[[Marvel vs. Capcom 2: New Age of Heroes]]''''' was released in arcades in 2000 and ported to the Dreamcast within the same year.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.arcade-museum.com/game_detail.php?game_id=8637|access-date=February 8, 2017|website=[[Killer List of Videogames]]|title=Marvel Vs. Capcom 2 New Age Of Heroes}}</ref><ref name=Anoop>{{cite web|url=http://www.ign.com/articles/2000/06/30/marvel-vs-capcom-2-new-age-of-heroes|date=June 29, 2000|access-date=February 8, 2017|last=Gantayat|first=Anoop|website=[[IGN]]|title=Marvel vs Capcom 2: New Age of Heroes}}</ref> The game received ports to the [[PlayStation 2]] and [[Xbox (console)|Xbox]] in 2002.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.gamespot.com/articles/marvel-vs-capcom-2-release-dates-set-in-japan/1100-2870446/|date=June 12, 2002|access-date=February 8, 2017|website=[[GameSpot]]|title=Marvel vs. Capcom 2 release dates set in Japan}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.gamespot.com/articles/marvel-vs-capcom-2-xbox-still-on-for-march/1100-2911788/|date=February 27, 2003|access-date=February 8, 2017|last=Gerstmann|first=Jeff|website=[[GameSpot]]|title=Marvel vs. Capcom 2 Xbox still on for March}}</ref> It was then re-released for the [[Xbox 360]] and [[PlayStation 3]] through the [[Xbox Live Arcade]] and [[PlayStation Network]], respectively, in 2009.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/marvel-vs-capcom-2-psn-dated|date=July 16, 2009|access-date=February 8, 2017|last=Bramwell|first=Tom|work=[[Eurogamer]]|title=Marvel vs. Capcom 2 PSN dated}}</ref> Lastly, a version for [[iOS]] devices was released in 2012.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.engadget.com/2012/04/20/marvel-vs-capcom-2-begins-a-new-new-age-of-heroes-on-ios/|date=April 20, 2012|access-date=February 8, 2017|last=Fletcher|first=JC|work=[[Eurogamer]]|title=Marvel vs. Capcom 2 begins a new New Age of Heroes on iOS}}</ref> Featuring a large playable roster, ''Marvel vs. Capcom 2'' reused the assist features from ''Marvel Super Heroes vs. Street Fighter'' and changed the series' two-on-two battle system to three-on-three fights.<ref name=Chiappini>{{cite web|url=http://www.gamespot.com/reviews/marvel-vs-capcom-2-review/1900-6227712/|date=September 22, 2009|access-date=February 8, 2017|last=Chiappini|first=Dan|website=[[GameSpot]]|title=Marvel vs. Capcom 2 Review}}</ref> 
*'''''[[Marvel vs. Capcom 3: Fate of Two Worlds]]''''' was released for PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 in 2011.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.ign.com/articles/2011/02/14/marvel-vs-capcom-3-the-basics|date=February 14, 2011|access-date=January 21, 2017|website=[[IGN]]|title=Marvel vs. Capcom 3: The Basics}}</ref> The series' traditional [[Sprite (computer graphics)|sprites]] transitioned into 3D character models while retaining the 2D-style combat.<ref name=CompleteWorks/> The game includes various gameplay features designed to make it more accessible to newer players, such as the additions of a comeback mechanic and a simplified control scheme.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.gamespot.com/articles/marvel-vs-capcom-3-fate-of-two-worlds-primer/1100-6298911/|date=February 14, 2011|access-date=February 8, 2017|last=Seid|first=Kurtis|website=[[GameSpot]]|title=Marvel vs. Capcom 3: Fate of Two Worlds Primer}}</ref>
*'''''[[Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3]]''''', a standalone updated edition of the original ''Marvel vs. Capcom 3'', was released for PlayStation 3, [[PlayStation Vita]], and Xbox 360 in 2011.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.videogamer.com/news/ultimate-marvel-vs-capcom-3-given-november-release-date|date=July 21, 2011|access-date=February 9, 2017|last=Orry|first=James|website=VideoGamer.com|title=Ultimate Marvel vs Capcom 3 given November release date}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.gamespot.com/events/tgs-2011/story.html?sid=6334311|date=September 13, 2011|access-date=February 9, 2017|last=Parker|first=Laura|website=[[GameSpot]]|title=PlayStation Vita launching in Japan December 17}}</ref> The game was also released for the [[PlayStation 4]] via the PlayStation Network in 2016; releases for the [[Xbox One]] via the Xbox Live Arcade and [[Microsoft Windows]] via [[Steam (service)|Steam]] followed in 2017.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.gamespot.com/articles/ultimate-marvel-vs-capcom-3-dated-for-xbox-onepc-p/1100-6447079/|date=January 19, 2017|access-date=February 9, 2017|last=Pereira|first=Chris|website=[[GameSpot]]|title=Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3 Dated for Xbox One/PC, Physical Xbox One/PS4 Versions Coming}}</ref> It features new characters, stages, modes, and other enhancements to improve game balance and online functionality.<ref name=Ultimate>{{cite web|url=http://www.ign.com/articles/2011/07/20/comic-con-ultimate-marvel-vs-capcom-3-announced|date=July 20, 2011|access-date=February 9, 2017|last=Reilly|first=Jim|website=[[IGN]]|title=Comic-Con: Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3 Announced}}</ref>
*'''''[[Marvel vs. Capcom: Infinite]]''''' was released in 2017 for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Microsoft Windows.<ref name=Infinite1>{{cite web|url=http://www.ign.com/articles/2016/12/03/psx-2016-marvel-vs-capcom-infinite-announced|date=December 3, 2016|access-date=February 9, 2017|last=Goldfarb|first=Andrew|website=[[IGN]]|title=PSX 2016: Marvel vs. Capcom Infinite Announced}}</ref><ref name=Infinite2>{{cite web|url=http://www.gamespot.com/articles/marvel-vs-capcom-infinite-officially-announced/1100-6445942/|date=December 3, 2016|access-date=February 9, 2017|last=Hussain|first=Tamoor|website=[[GameSpot]]|title=Marvel Vs. Capcom Infinite Officially Announced}}</ref> It features two-on-two battles, similar to earlier ''Marvel vs. Capcom'' games, and removes traditional assist moves in favor of its own dual-character combo system.<ref name=Infinite2/><ref name=MvCI>{{cite magazine|url=https://www.gameinformer.com/games/marvel_vs_capcom_infinite/b/playstation4/archive/2016/12/03/two-on-two-fights-are-made-more-chaotic-by-infinity-stones.aspx|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20161205193936/http://www.gameinformer.com/games/marvel_vs_capcom_infinite/b/playstation4/archive/2016/12/03/two-on-two-fights-are-made-more-chaotic-by-infinity-stones.aspx|url-status=live|archive-date=December 5, 2016|date=December 3, 2016|access-date=February 9, 2017|last=Vazquez|first=Suriel|magazine=[[Game Informer]]|title=Marvel vs. Capcom: Infinite - Two-On-Two Fights Are Made More Chaotic By Infinity Stones}}</ref> The game also implements a gameplay mechanic involving the [[Infinity Stones]], which grants players unique abilities and upgrades depending on the stone selected.<ref name=MvCI/> It is the first game to feature a cinematic story mode.
; Compilations
*'''''[[Marvel vs. Capcom Origins]]''''', a compilation game which includes ''Marvel Super Heroes'' and ''Marvel vs. Capcom: Clash of Super Heroes'', was released for the PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 through the PlayStation Network and Xbox Live Arcade, respectively, in 2012.<ref name=Origins>{{cite web|url=http://www.capcom-unity.com/brelston/blog/2012/07/05/marvel_vs_capcom_origins_coming_to_xbla_and_psn_in_september|title=Marvel vs Capcom Origins coming to XBLA and PSN in September|date=July 5, 2012|access-date=February 9, 2017|author=Elston, Brett|website=Capcom-Unity|archive-date=July 8, 2012|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120708080134/https://www.capcom-unity.com/brelston/blog/2012/07/05/marvel_vs_capcom_origins_coming_to_xbla_and_psn_in_september|url-status=dead}}</ref> It features high-definition visuals, online multiplayer, dynamic challenges, and unlockables.<ref name=Origins/>
*'''''[[Marvel vs. Capcom Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics]]''''' is a compilation comprising all seven Capcom-developed Marvel games originally released for arcades: ''[[The Punisher (1993 video game)|The Punisher]]'', ''X-Men: Children of the Atom'', ''Marvel Super Heroes'', ''X-Men vs. Street Fighter'', ''Marvel Super Heroes vs. Street Fighter'', ''Marvel vs. Capcom: Clash of Super Heroes'', and ''Marvel vs. Capcom 2: New Age of Heroes''.<ref name=FCAC>{{cite magazine|url=https://www.gameinformer.com/nintendo-direct/2024/06/18/marvel-vs-capcom-collection-wants-to-take-us-for-a-ride-later-this-year|title=Marvel Vs. Capcom Collection Wants To Take Us For A Ride Later This Year|date=June 18, 2024|access-date=June 18, 2024|last=Shea|first=Brian|magazine=[[Game Informer]]|archive-date=June 18, 2024|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240618152746/https://www.gameinformer.com/nintendo-direct/2024/06/18/marvel-vs-capcom-collection-wants-to-take-us-for-a-ride-later-this-year|url-status=live}}</ref> It was released in 2024 for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, and Microsoft Windows and in 2025 for Xbox One.<ref name=FCAC/>

===Related media===
In 2011, a series of [[Minimates]] based on the playable characters from ''Marvel vs. Capcom 3: Fate of Two Worlds'' were released by Art Asylum.<ref>{{cite magazine|url=https://www.gameinformer.com/b/news/archive/2011/06/21/a-look-at-art-asylum-39-s-marvel-vs-capcom-3-minimates.aspx?PageIndex=2|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170408082657/http://www.gameinformer.com/b/news/archive/2011/06/21/a-look-at-art-asylum-39-s-marvel-vs-capcom-3-minimates.aspx?PageIndex=2|url-status=live|archive-date=April 8, 2017|date=June 21, 2011|access-date=April 7, 2017|magazine=[[Game Informer]]|last=Reiner|first=Andrew|title=A Look At Art Asylum's Marvel Vs. Capcom 3 Minimates}}</ref>

[[Udon Entertainment]] published ''Marvel vs. Capcom: Official Complete Works'' art book consisting of promotional artwork, sketches and bonus material from the video game collaborations between Marvel and Capcom, beginning with the 1993 arcade game ''The Punisher'' to ''Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3''.<ref name="DigitalSpy">{{cite web|url=http://www.digitalspy.com/gaming/news/a388898/marvel-vs-capcom-art-book-announced/|date=June 21, 2012|access-date=January 20, 2017|website=[[Digital Spy]]|last=Langshaw|first=Mark|title=Get Marvel vs. Capcom: Official Complete Works}}</ref><ref name="Crunchyroll">{{cite web|url=http://www.crunchyroll.com/anime-news/2012/06/19-1/udon-to-release-marvel-vs-capcom-official-complete-works-art-book|date=June 19, 2012|access-date=January 20, 2017|website=[[Crunchyroll]]|last=Green|first=Scott|title=Udon to Release "Marvel vs. Capcom: Official Complete Works" Art Book}}</ref> It contains contributions from a variety of artists and illustrators, including [[Akiman]], Bengus, [[Shinkiro]], [[Joe Madureira]], [[Adi Granov]], Joe Ng, [[Long Vo]], Chamba, [[Adam Warren (comics)|Adam Warren]] and [[Takeshi Miyazawa]].<ref name="DigitalSpy" /> ''Official Complete Works'' made its international debut at [[San Diego Comic-Con]] on July 11, 2012, in an exclusive hardcover edition.<ref name="DigitalSpy" /><ref name="Crunchyroll" /> The hardcover also featured a wrap-around cover designed by Udon Entertainment and Capcom artist [[Alvin Lee (comics)|Alvin Lee]], and digitally-painted by Udon's Genzoman.<ref name="Crunchyroll" /> A standard-format softcover was released in November 2012 by [[Diamond Comic Distributors|Diamond Comics]].<ref name="Crunchyroll" />

Within the [[Multiverse (Marvel Comics)|Marvel Comics multiverse]], the ''Marvel vs. Capcom'' universe is designated as Earth-30847. The series' iteration of [[Spider-Man]] appears in the crossover event ''[[Spider-Verse]]'' (2014–15), where he is defeated by [[Morlun]] as he hunts [[Alternative versions of Spider-Man|Spider-Totems]] across the multiverse.<ref>{{cite magazine|url=https://www.gameinformer.com/b/news/archive/2015/01/14/the-marvel-vs-capcom-version-of-spider-man-showed-up-in-a-recent-marvel-comic.aspx|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150118142239/http://www.gameinformer.com/b/news/archive/2015/01/14/the-marvel-vs-capcom-version-of-spider-man-showed-up-in-a-recent-marvel-comic.aspx|url-status=live|archive-date=January 18, 2015|date=January 14, 2015|access-date=December 29, 2020|magazine=[[Game Informer]]|last=Futter|first=Mike|title=Marvel Vs. Capcom Spidey Gets Knocked Out In Marvel's Spider-Verse #2}}</ref>