Capcom Fighting Collection 2 Review – Double K.O.

When I previewed Capcom Fighting Collection 2 last month, I described this package as an absolute blast that I couldn’t wait to spend more time with. Having already covered six of the eight games in the collection, I was curious to see what these final two titles would bring to the overall experience.

After spending the last few weeks exploring everything this compilation offers, I’m pleased to say this is another certified banger for fighting game fans everywhere. Here are more thoughts on what to expect if you try it out.

The Fight Continues

As a quick recap, Capcom Fighting Collection 2 includes eight games that debuted between 1998 and 2004. The following is a list of every game that you can get your hands on right away:

• Plasma Sword: Nightmare of Bilstein (1998)
• Power Stone (1999)
• Power Stone 2 (2000)
• Capcom vs. SNK: Millennium Fight 2000 Pro (2000)
• Project Justice (2000)
• Street Fighter Alpha 3 Upper (2001)
• Capcom vs. SNK 2: Mark of the Millennium 2001 (2001)
• Capcom Fighting Evolution (2004)

Plasma Sword: Nightmare of Bilstein is a 3D weapon-based arcade fighting game and the sequel to Star Gladiator. Power Stone and Power Stone 2 are 3D arcade fighting games where players fight against each other while using these special gems. Project Justice is a 3D fighting game sequel to Rival Schools: United By Fate.

Both Capcom vs. SNK games are the main attractions of this package and rightfully so. This is an especially timely release given the launch of Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves last month, and leaves the door open for even more collaborations beyond the ones we already know are coming. Street Fighter Alpha 3 Upper and Capcom Fighting Evolution round out the list as worthy additions to this compilation.

Overall, this collection of fighting games more than justifies the $39.99 price tag attached to it. Not only are these games classics, but they also show just how far the genre has come over the last several decades. I was fascinated to see how some of these same gameplay mechanics are found in modern fighting games today, and it makes me very curious to see how developers will continue to evolve and come up with new ideas over the next several years.

The Extras

Much like with Marvel vs. Capcom Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics, fans can expect plenty of the same types of extra features for each game. In addition to online play, there are training modes, music galleries, art collections, fighter awards, and leaderboards across every title. Mid-game saves have also been added if you need a break between bouts.

Having played a few online matches on PS5, I didn’t experience any technical or performance issues. The rollback netcode works just as well as it did in the previous collection. Every game also looks phenomenal thanks to preserved visuals and solid quality of life improvements. If you played these games growing up, you’ll feel like you are reliving your childhood again.

Final Verdict

Capcom Fighting Collection 2 is a great fighting game compilation and the perfect follow-up to Marvel vs. Capcom Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics. If you’re interested in taking another trip down memory lane with some familiar fighting games, Capcom has got you covered once again.

This review was written based on a digital review copy of Capcom Fighting Collection 2 for PlayStation 5 provided by Capcom.