DC Studios' Logo Has Been Revealed and Its a Nod to a Classic DC Comics Logo | SDCC 2024
DC Studios revealed its new logo at San Diego Comic-Con and its an homage to Milton Glaser's DC Comics logo from the 1970s to the early 2000s.
Discover New Collectibles for The Last of Us, Metal Gear Solid, Spider-Man, and More at IGN Store!
Each Friday, we round up the latest items at IGN Store! This week, the newest items include a new bust statue of Ellie from The Last of Us, two Metal Gear Solid Nendoroids of Raiden and Snake, and a new action figure of Spider-Man India. Additionally, the hottest items of the week include the Skippy Gel Blaster from Cyberpunk 2077, Shirt Club #6 - Elden Dog, the Fallout Pip-Boy Replica, and the IGN Store collection of Deadpool & Wolverine Shirts. Lastly, two Hitman vinyls, the threezero Fallout T-60 action figure, and a Pop Up Parade figure of Isaac Clarke are leaving IGN Store soon. Don't miss any of these amazing products!
What's New: The Last of Us, Metal Gear Solid, and Spider-Man
The Last of Us Ellie With Handgun Bust
Dark Horse and Naughty Dog have revealed a new detailed statue of Ellie from The Last of Us! This highly detailed bust features Ellie with her iconic backpack and knife, ready to square off against any threat that might stand in her way. A certificate of authenticity is even thrown in with this collector's item, which makes this a must-have for any fan of The Last of Us.
Metal Gear Solid Nendoroids
Two reissued Metal Gear Solid Nendoroids are now available to pre-order at IGN Store. Snake and Raiden are here in chibi form, equipped with all the gear and weapons you could ever need. Both Snake and Raiden even include the iconic cardboard box, so you can disguise them anywhere you'd like!
Spider-Man - Across the Spider-Verse - Spider-Man India Action Figure
This figure of Pavitr Prabhakar, or Spider-Man India, is the perfect addition to any Spider-Man fan's collection! Appearing in Spider-Man - Across the Spider-Verse, Spider-Man India was one of the most popular characters without an action figure. Now, you can add him to your collection today at IGN Store! Additionally, this figure features exchangeable head parts, mask parts, and arm parts to allow for maximum creativity.
What's Hot: Cyberpunk 2077, Fallout, Elden Ring, and Deadpool
Cyberpunk 2077 Skippy Gel Blaster Deluxe Edition
This week, the hottest item at IGN Store was the Cyberpunk 2077 Skippy Gel Blaster. This blaster from Zing Toys has numerous features to create the ultimate replica you won't want to miss. First, the blaster features push button voice activation utilizing voice lines from the Cyberpunk 2077 game. These sound bytes make it seem like the blaster really is alive. Additionally, a light up stand is hidden in the charging station, illuminating the Cyberpunk 2077 logo.
Fallout Pip-Boy Die-Cast - Replica
The Fallout Pip-Boy 3000 Mk V was one of the hottest items available at IGN Store right now, with free shipping on US orders for a limited time. This faithful replica is like no other, offering all of the features available in the hit Fallout TV series. You can use this die-cast replica as a Pip-Boy, display piece, or even an alarm clock!
Elden Dog - Shirt Club #6
The next tee in the IGN Shirt Club line is here: the Elden Dog! If you're struggling through Shadow of the Erdtree, this shirt is the perfect way to carry a man's best friend right alongside you for support on the journey. IGN Shirt Club tees are exclusive to IGN Store, with free shipping to anywhere in the United States. Each design is only available for a limited time, and any purchase of Shirt Club #6 will net you an exclusive discount on Shirt #7.
Deadpool x Wolverine Shirts
With Deadpool & Wolverine in theaters this weekend, many IGN Store shoppers have picked up one of our new shirts based off the film! Whether you're a fan of Deadpool, Wolverine, or both, IGN Store has plenty of options for you. Celebrate Taco Tuesday every day with Deadpool, or rock the clawed-through Deadpool logo shirt.
What's Leaving: Hitman, Fallout, and Dead Space
Hitman: Contracts & Hitman: Blood Money Vinyls
The original soundtracks for Hitman: Contracts and Hitman: Blood Money are coming to vinyl, and you can pre-order both at IGN Store! Each soundtrack was composed by Jesper Kyd, with remastered music for the highest possible quality. Both vinyl releases will have a deluxe double gatefold sleeve featuring new original illustrations by Samuel Donato. Additionally, they will have a sealed tear strip with "Classified" branding to complete the Hitman experience.
Fallout T-60 Power Armor 1/6 Scale Figure
Next, the reissue of the Fallout T-60 Power Armor is also set to close pre-orders soon at IGN Store. The T-60 is one of the most popular Power Armor sets in the Fallout games, with its iconic steel plating recognizable to many. You can customize this T-60 1/6 scale figure to your liking, as multiple accessories are included. These include an assault rifle with a removable scope and two exchangeable magazines.
Dead Space - Isaac Clarke Pop Up Parade Figure
Lastly, this new Pop Up Parade figure of Isaac Clarke from Dead Space is also set to leave IGN Store soon. From GoodSmile, this figure features an extensive amount of detail, with the model and design of Isaac's suit based on the 2023 Dead Space remake. Pre-orders will ship in March 2025, so don't wait and get your order in while you can.
About IGN Store
IGN Store sells high-quality merch, collectibles and shirts for everything you're into. It's a shop built with fans in mind; for all the geek culture and fandom you love most. So, whether you're into comics, movies, anime, games, retro gaming or just want some cute plushies (who doesn't?); this store is for you!
Discover New Collectibles for The Last of Us, Metal Gear Solid, Spider-Man, and More at IGN Store!
Each Friday, we round up the latest items at IGN Store! This week, the newest items include a new bust statue of Ellie from The Last of Us, two Metal Gear Solid Nendoroids of Raiden and Snake, and a new action figure of Spider-Man India. Additionally, the hottest items of the week include the Skippy Gel Blaster from Cyberpunk 2077, Shirt Club #6 - Elden Dog, the Fallout Pip-Boy Replica, and the IGN Store collection of Deadpool & Wolverine Shirts. Lastly, two Hitman vinyls, the threezero Fallout T-60 action figure, and a Pop Up Parade figure of Isaac Clarke are leaving IGN Store soon. Don't miss any of these amazing products!
What's New: The Last of Us, Metal Gear Solid, and Spider-Man
The Last of Us Ellie With Handgun Bust
Dark Horse and Naughty Dog have revealed a new detailed statue of Ellie from The Last of Us! This highly detailed bust features Ellie with her iconic backpack and knife, ready to square off against any threat that might stand in her way. A certificate of authenticity is even thrown in with this collector's item, which makes this a must-have for any fan of The Last of Us.
Metal Gear Solid Nendoroids
Two reissued Metal Gear Solid Nendoroids are now available to pre-order at IGN Store. Snake and Raiden are here in chibi form, equipped with all the gear and weapons you could ever need. Both Snake and Raiden even include the iconic cardboard box, so you can disguise them anywhere you'd like!
Spider-Man - Across the Spider-Verse - Spider-Man India Action Figure
This figure of Pavitr Prabhakar, or Spider-Man India, is the perfect addition to any Spider-Man fan's collection! Appearing in Spider-Man - Across the Spider-Verse, Spider-Man India was one of the most popular characters without an action figure. Now, you can add him to your collection today at IGN Store! Additionally, this figure features exchangeable head parts, mask parts, and arm parts to allow for maximum creativity.
What's Hot: Cyberpunk 2077, Fallout, Elden Ring, and Deadpool
Cyberpunk 2077 Skippy Gel Blaster Deluxe Edition
This week, the hottest item at IGN Store was the Cyberpunk 2077 Skippy Gel Blaster. This blaster from Zing Toys has numerous features to create the ultimate replica you won't want to miss. First, the blaster features push button voice activation utilizing voice lines from the Cyberpunk 2077 game. These sound bytes make it seem like the blaster really is alive. Additionally, a light up stand is hidden in the charging station, illuminating the Cyberpunk 2077 logo.
Fallout Pip-Boy Die-Cast - Replica
The Fallout Pip-Boy 3000 Mk V was one of the hottest items available at IGN Store right now, with free shipping on US orders for a limited time. This faithful replica is like no other, offering all of the features available in the hit Fallout TV series. You can use this die-cast replica as a Pip-Boy, display piece, or even an alarm clock!
Elden Dog - Shirt Club #6
The next tee in the IGN Shirt Club line is here: the Elden Dog! If you're struggling through Shadow of the Erdtree, this shirt is the perfect way to carry a man's best friend right alongside you for support on the journey. IGN Shirt Club tees are exclusive to IGN Store, with free shipping to anywhere in the United States. Each design is only available for a limited time, and any purchase of Shirt Club #6 will net you an exclusive discount on Shirt #7.
Deadpool x Wolverine Shirts
With Deadpool & Wolverine in theaters this weekend, many IGN Store shoppers have picked up one of our new shirts based off the film! Whether you're a fan of Deadpool, Wolverine, or both, IGN Store has plenty of options for you. Celebrate Taco Tuesday every day with Deadpool, or rock the clawed-through Deadpool logo shirt.
What's Leaving: Hitman, Fallout, and Dead Space
Hitman: Contracts & Hitman: Blood Money Vinyls
The original soundtracks for Hitman: Contracts and Hitman: Blood Money are coming to vinyl, and you can pre-order both at IGN Store! Each soundtrack was composed by Jesper Kyd, with remastered music for the highest possible quality. Both vinyl releases will have a deluxe double gatefold sleeve featuring new original illustrations by Samuel Donato. Additionally, they will have a sealed tear strip with "Classified" branding to complete the Hitman experience.
Fallout T-60 Power Armor 1/6 Scale Figure
Next, the reissue of the Fallout T-60 Power Armor is also set to close pre-orders soon at IGN Store. The T-60 is one of the most popular Power Armor sets in the Fallout games, with its iconic steel plating recognizable to many. You can customize this T-60 1/6 scale figure to your liking, as multiple accessories are included. These include an assault rifle with a removable scope and two exchangeable magazines.
Dead Space - Isaac Clarke Pop Up Parade Figure
Lastly, this new Pop Up Parade figure of Isaac Clarke from Dead Space is also set to leave IGN Store soon. From GoodSmile, this figure features an extensive amount of detail, with the model and design of Isaac's suit based on the 2023 Dead Space remake. Pre-orders will ship in March 2025, so don't wait and get your order in while you can.
About IGN Store
IGN Store sells high-quality merch, collectibles and shirts for everything you're into. It's a shop built with fans in mind; for all the geek culture and fandom you love most. So, whether you're into comics, movies, anime, games, retro gaming or just want some cute plushies (who doesn't?); this store is for you!
Discover New Collectibles for The Last of Us, Metal Gear Solid, Spider-Man, and More at IGN Store!
Each Friday, we round up the latest items at IGN Store! This week, the newest items include a new bust statue of Ellie from The Last of Us, two Metal Gear Solid Nendoroids of Raiden and Snake, and a new action figure of Spider-Man India. Additionally, the hottest items of the week include the Skippy Gel Blaster from Cyberpunk 2077, Shirt Club #6 - Elden Dog, the Fallout Pip-Boy Replica, and the IGN Store collection of Deadpool & Wolverine Shirts. Lastly, two Hitman vinyls, the threezero Fallout T-60 action figure, and a Pop Up Parade figure of Isaac Clarke are leaving IGN Store soon. Don't miss any of these amazing products!
What's New: The Last of Us, Metal Gear Solid, and Spider-Man
The Last of Us Ellie With Handgun Bust
Dark Horse and Naughty Dog have revealed a new detailed statue of Ellie from The Last of Us! This highly detailed bust features Ellie with her iconic backpack and knife, ready to square off against any threat that might stand in her way. A certificate of authenticity is even thrown in with this collector's item, which makes this a must-have for any fan of The Last of Us.
Metal Gear Solid Nendoroids
Two reissued Metal Gear Solid Nendoroids are now available to pre-order at IGN Store. Snake and Raiden are here in chibi form, equipped with all the gear and weapons you could ever need. Both Snake and Raiden even include the iconic cardboard box, so you can disguise them anywhere you'd like!
Spider-Man - Across the Spider-Verse - Spider-Man India Action Figure
This figure of Pavitr Prabhakar, or Spider-Man India, is the perfect addition to any Spider-Man fan's collection! Appearing in Spider-Man - Across the Spider-Verse, Spider-Man India was one of the most popular characters without an action figure. Now, you can add him to your collection today at IGN Store! Additionally, this figure features exchangeable head parts, mask parts, and arm parts to allow for maximum creativity.
What's Hot: Cyberpunk 2077, Fallout, Elden Ring, and Deadpool
Cyberpunk 2077 Skippy Gel Blaster Deluxe Edition
This week, the hottest item at IGN Store was the Cyberpunk 2077 Skippy Gel Blaster. This blaster from Zing Toys has numerous features to create the ultimate replica you won't want to miss. First, the blaster features push button voice activation utilizing voice lines from the Cyberpunk 2077 game. These sound bytes make it seem like the blaster really is alive. Additionally, a light up stand is hidden in the charging station, illuminating the Cyberpunk 2077 logo.
Fallout Pip-Boy Die-Cast - Replica
The Fallout Pip-Boy 3000 Mk V was one of the hottest items available at IGN Store right now, with free shipping on US orders for a limited time. This faithful replica is like no other, offering all of the features available in the hit Fallout TV series. You can use this die-cast replica as a Pip-Boy, display piece, or even an alarm clock!
Elden Dog - Shirt Club #6
The next tee in the IGN Shirt Club line is here: the Elden Dog! If you're struggling through Shadow of the Erdtree, this shirt is the perfect way to carry a man's best friend right alongside you for support on the journey. IGN Shirt Club tees are exclusive to IGN Store, with free shipping to anywhere in the United States. Each design is only available for a limited time, and any purchase of Shirt Club #6 will net you an exclusive discount on Shirt #7.
Deadpool x Wolverine Shirts
With Deadpool & Wolverine in theaters this weekend, many IGN Store shoppers have picked up one of our new shirts based off the film! Whether you're a fan of Deadpool, Wolverine, or both, IGN Store has plenty of options for you. Celebrate Taco Tuesday every day with Deadpool, or rock the clawed-through Deadpool logo shirt.
What's Leaving: Hitman, Fallout, and Dead Space
Hitman: Contracts & Hitman: Blood Money Vinyls
The original soundtracks for Hitman: Contracts and Hitman: Blood Money are coming to vinyl, and you can pre-order both at IGN Store! Each soundtrack was composed by Jesper Kyd, with remastered music for the highest possible quality. Both vinyl releases will have a deluxe double gatefold sleeve featuring new original illustrations by Samuel Donato. Additionally, they will have a sealed tear strip with "Classified" branding to complete the Hitman experience.
Fallout T-60 Power Armor 1/6 Scale Figure
Next, the reissue of the Fallout T-60 Power Armor is also set to close pre-orders soon at IGN Store. The T-60 is one of the most popular Power Armor sets in the Fallout games, with its iconic steel plating recognizable to many. You can customize this T-60 1/6 scale figure to your liking, as multiple accessories are included. These include an assault rifle with a removable scope and two exchangeable magazines.
Dead Space - Isaac Clarke Pop Up Parade Figure
Lastly, this new Pop Up Parade figure of Isaac Clarke from Dead Space is also set to leave IGN Store soon. From GoodSmile, this figure features an extensive amount of detail, with the model and design of Isaac's suit based on the 2023 Dead Space remake. Pre-orders will ship in March 2025, so don't wait and get your order in while you can.
About IGN Store
IGN Store sells high-quality merch, collectibles and shirts for everything you're into. It's a shop built with fans in mind; for all the geek culture and fandom you love most. So, whether you're into comics, movies, anime, games, retro gaming or just want some cute plushies (who doesn't?); this store is for you!
The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power Season 2 Trailer Teases New Characters and the Fight for the Rings | SDCC 2024
Prime Video debuted a new trailer for The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power Season 2 during its San Diego Comic-Con panel today, and a big focus of it is the rings themselves... and, of course, Sauron.
Dragon's Lair Movie Producer 'Reconfiguring' the Netflix Video Game Adaptation | SDCC 2024
Dragon's Lair movie producer Roy Lee has confirmed work is still underway on the Netflix video game adaptation, but they're currently "reconfiguring" the format.
The 7th Continent Board Game Buying Guide and Expansions
Your complete guide to the board game The 7th Continent and its many expansions, including what comes in each, which ones are worth buying, and more.
https://www.ign.com/articles/7th-continent-board-game-buying-guide
Valve Gives Steam Demos Some Love, Lets Players Post User Reviews for Them
Valve has made significant changes to the way demos work on Steam, even letting players post demo user reviews.
Dragon Age: The Veilguard Is ‘Steam Native,’ So You Don’t Need the EA App to Play the Game on PC
Dragon Age: The Veilguard is “Steam native,” which means the EA App is not required to play the game on Valve’s platform.
Gran Turismo 7 Dev Says It’s Investigating One of the Best Video Game Bugs We’ve Ever Seen
The developer of Gran Turismo 7 has said it’s investigating what it calls “unintended vehicle behavior” caused by the release of a recent update.
Patch 1.49, released on July 25 for the PlayStation 4 and 5 simulation racing game, added a number of new features and promised to revamp the physics model, but it perhaps went a little too far — with hilarious consequences.
Gran turismo 7’s 1.49 update was meant to introduce a major update for the car physics simulation model. Sony had said it would mainly affect the suspension physics model and tire physical calculation model, “resulting in much more natural weight shifting during cornering.” Tire response was also said to have been improved, along with more realistic tire heating and wear. “Look forward to more dynamic car movement and a further polished driving feel,” Ken Chan, senior product manager at Sony Interactive Entertainment, said in a PlayStation Blog post.
But following the update's release, player discovered that cars had a tendency to bounce their way down the track, or even fly off as Gran Turismo 7's new physics model broke down. Take a look at this:
コーヒーブレイクNO？？？
ドカ沸きするランエボを避けて走ろう！ pic.twitter.com/PA42FbAUei
— ハ イサイド齋藤 (@kosmic_gt) July 25, 2024
ついにミサイル発射出来るようになったんですね。#GT7 #グランツーリスモ7 pic.twitter.com/0qbcwBZcc7
— 会長 (@y31ced) July 25, 2024
#GT7
リアルドライビングロケットシミュレーター pic.twitter.com/1FhwzEnT8h
— ぬえちゃんショッピング (@AIPhard_T0yota) July 25, 2024
The update didn't just cause cars to bounce or fly, either. For some reason, it also caused cars to slip under the track in a nightmarish disappearing act.
#gt7 pic.twitter.com/m0ruZX7RFG
— ゆう (@nerf_yuu) July 25, 2024
新挙動なかなか凄いな
最後なんか打ち上がってるし#GT7 pic.twitter.com/kX6IJu8e5I
— ローレイ® (@RaleighPro) July 25, 2024
Developer Polyphony tweeted to say it was aware of the issue (“unintended vehicle behavior is produced when a particular car setting is set within Car Settings”) and is currently investigating, but this bug’s so good we’ll be a little sad to see it squashed. “We apologize for any inconvenience this may be causing,” Polyphony continued.
Wesley is the UK News Editor for IGN. Find him on Twitter at @wyp100. You can reach Wesley at wesley_yinpoole@ign.com or confidentially at wyp100@proton.me.
Deadpool & Wolverine Screening Surprises Comic-Con With Massive Guest Appearances | SDCC 2024
San Diego Comic-Con attendees of this evening's Deadpool & Wolverine panel were treated to one heck of a star-studded surprise. Not only did they get to join stars Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman for a special opening night screening of the film, but they were treated to a bevy of other guest cameos when the film was over.
Star Wars: Marvel Teases the End of the High Republic Saga in Fear of the Jedi | SDCC 2024
Marvel Comics revealed the beginning of the end for the High Republic saga, in the form of a new series called Star Wars: The High Republic - Fear of the Jedi.
https://www.ign.com/articles/star-wars-marvel-high-republic-ending-fear-of-the-jedi-sdcc
SAG-AFTRA Says Publishers' AI Measures Are 'Dangerously Incomplete' as Video Game Members Go on Strike
As SAG-AFTRA members who work in video games prepare to go on strike, the guild's negotiating committee explains what led them to this point, with AI protections and the game companies' definition of "performer" at issue.
Tales of the TMNT Confirms Return of Beloved Mutants While Revealing Opening for First Time | SDCC 2024
Tales of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles is the next chapter in the TMNT saga, but it brings back a few deep-cut characters that fans may remember, too.
Exclusive - Rooster Fighter Anime Revealed | SDCC 2024
Acclaimed manga series Rooster Fighter is currently in production for an anime adaptation. Announced today during the VIZ Media panel at San Diego Comic-Con, the Rooster Fighter anime will be broadcast via Adult Swim, with other streaming partners to be announced soon.
The series, produced by VIZ and HERO’s INC. and based on the manga by Shu Sakuratani, is described as “bizarre, absurd, and proudly boundary-blurring.” It follows Keiji, a “cock-about town” mutant rooster with superhuman strength who defends the world from giant monsters called “Demons.”
Sakuratani describes the adaptation as having “the best writer, the best production staff, and the best voice actors all working together to create the best anime.”
The official synopsis reveals what audiences can expect once the Rooster Fighter anime series is released.
Keiji is more than just an ordinary rooster—he’s humanity’s greatest defender! His opponents may be ten stories tall, but nothing is bigger than his stout heart and his fearsome battle cry—Kokekokko!
IGN can also exclusively reveal the first trailer for the anime, which debuted to an in-person audience at San Diego Comic-Con. The trailer gives a glimpse into the absurd, frenetic, and exciting world of Rooster Fighter.
The official release timeline for the new Rooster Fighter anime will be revealed at a later date. VIZ has also obtained merchandise rights for Rooster Fighter and products are in development for launch.
https://www.ign.com/articles/exclusive-rooster-fighter-anime-revealed-sdcc-2024
Chris Hemsworth on Voicing Young Optimus Prime: 'The Goal was Never to Sound Like Peter Cullen' - SDCC
Marvel veteran Chris Hemsworth says he never wanted to mimic longtime Optimus Prime actor Peter Cullen when playing a younger version of the character in the upcoming animated film, Transformers One.
Capcom Really Wants to Make a New Vs. Series Game - Shuhei Matsumoto Interview
One of the biggest surprise announcements this year happened during the June Nintendo Direct, when from out of nowhere, Capcom dropped a trailer for Marvel vs Capcom Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics. A collection that bundles together six of the games that make up the foundation of the beloved vs series, including one of the most highly regarded fighting games of all time, Marvel vs Capcom 2.
At Evo 2024, I got a chance to talk with Capcom producer Shuhei Matsumoto to ask some questions about how this collection finally came to be, the significance of its release in relation to the future of the Versus series as a whole, and also got to hear about the origins of the SNK crossover that's happening with Terry and Mai joining the cast of Street Fighter 6 as part of the year 2 character pass.
How long has this collection been in the works?
Shuhei Matsumoto, Producer Marvel vs Capcom Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics:
So we've been planning for about three, four years to make this project a reality. We've been talking with Marvel for quite a while. And back then, we just didn't have the opportunities to release this game. But now after those discussions with them, we were finally able to do so.
Speaking of talking with Marvel, can you describe what Capcom's relationship is with Marvel right now?
Matsumoto: Yeah, it's very positive. As we mentioned, we've been in talks with them for a few years now and they've really been excited and motivated to release these classic games. So overall, it's been really good and positive.
We've been in talks with [Marvel] for a few years now, and they've really been excited and motivated to release these classic games.
You mentioned in another interview that Capcom has big dreams for the Versus series. Can you talk a little bit about what those dreams are and what the Versus series means to you as a whole?
Matsumoto: So yeah, this doesn't just apply to the Versus series. We have a lot of other legacy fighting games that we know fans out there really want them to be re-released again on modern platforms. And the feeling is mutual on the development side. We want people to get to know all these other classic games. So hopefully what we can do right now is to try to re-release them and so that people who may have never had the chance to play those games to get familiarized with them. And from there, hopefully we can go into bigger and better things.
Speaking of some of those classic Capcom fighting game series, Street Fighter III: 3rd Strike just had an incredible top six at Evo. That's a game that's been re-released several times over the years. Is that something that still you're looking at also kind of giving a "definitive edition" in the future?
Matsumoto: So definitely. We want all our classic games to be available for modern consoles because we just want to be able to reach as many people who may have never had the opportunity to play these games back in the day. So we constantly think forward and we want to make sure that it's as accessible as possible for all audiences.
So going back to Marvel vs. Capcom for a second. This is a game that means so much to fans across the world, especially popular streamers [and pro players] like Maximilian Dood and Justin Wong. I was wondering, have you seen any of those reactions and what's your reaction to how people have received the announcement of this collection?
Matsumoto: Yes, we definitely saw all the reactions and the comments and the positive feedback when we were able to make the announcement. And the feeling is mutual. Once we realized that we were able to re-release these games and it became green-lit and official, our reaction matched that same energy. So yeah, we're definitely excited.
It feels like a door has been opened with regards to the Marvel vs. Capcom series because we've heard nothing about it for so long. Is this the kind of thing where if this game does well, the future of the Versus series is wide open and there could be more collaborations between Marvel and Capcom or other franchises out there?
Matsumoto: So to answer your question about whether or not we want to make a brand new Versus series title, the answer to that is yes. And the best thing that we can do right now is to re-release these classic titles that some of our fans may not be fully aware of. And of course, there's constraints, there's different schedules, it's going to require collaboration with other non-Capcom parties in order to make this happen. And that could take some time, but we feel that the best that we can do right now is to re-release these games to energize the community.
To answer your question about whether or not we want to make a brand new Versus series title, the answer to that is yes.
Switching gears for a second to Street Fighter 6, you guys announced recently that Terry and Mai from Fatal Fury are going to make their appearance in Street Fighter 6. How did that collaboration come about?
Matsumoto: So Capcom has had a long relationship with SNK and we've been discussing with them for quite a while now. And actually during COVID, there was a period of time where we couldn't have any offline tournaments. But then once restrictions started to become a little looser and once Evo was able to start up again, we were talking with them to see is there anything that we can do to celebrate this moment now that we're all back together. And the idea that came out of those conversations was to do these collaborative posters where both SNK artists and Capcom artists draw each other's characters in their own style. And at that time, we were also working on actively developing Street Fighter 6, so we really wanted to see if there's any opportunity to introduce some of their characters. So we asked if it's possible to get Terry and Mai in Street Fighter 6 and they were very open about it and positive. And yeah, it started small to see what we can do in the short-term. But then through conversations, we tried to see what else, what's something that's even bigger that we can do. And we're finally to the point where both Terry and Mai are going to be coming out shortly. So hope everyone's excited.
Terry is a character that fits obviously very well in the SNK style of fighting game. How has it been translating his move set and his play style over to Street Fighter? If you can talk a little bit about how he's going to play in Street Fighter 6.
Matsumoto: So this doesn't just apply to the SNK characters, but during our selection process for any characters that join the game's roster, we always try to think about whether or not they're a good fit in terms of the game system, game mechanics. And Terry and Mai passed that test and they felt that they would be a great add-on to this lineup. So yeah, we're very excited for them to come out.
The mainline Street Fighter series has historically not included any guest characters. So I was just wondering what changed to finally open the door for guest characters to come in? And is that door open so much to the way that other fighting game properties might find their way into Street Fighter?
Matsumoto: So Terry and Mai are joining the roster starting from the year two lineup, which is relatively early in the lifetime of the game. However, we were all very excited about the positivity that we saw online once we made the announcement. We're very much looking forward to actually seeing people play with these characters. And based on that reaction and based on how people are engaging with these characters, we would like to consider other options maybe in the future. So this was quite a big challenge for us to even incorporate these guest characters. As you mentioned, this is the first time. But hopefully things move forward in a positive way and there's more opportunities that open up for us.
Final question, this is something that I've been asking pretty much everyone that I've talked to here at Evo. But what do you think is the next kind of evolution for the fighting game genre? To give you an example, netcode was something that a lot of fighting games struggled with, and then rollback netcode came along and it kind of pushed the genre forward and has become largely standard among new fighting games. What do you think is the next thing that will push the fighting game genre forward?
Matsumoto: So to speak on Street Fighter 6, we took on a lot of different challenges and our goal was to get people as interested in fighting games as much as possible. And we feel that because of our efforts, we were able to reach an audience that might've never wanted to play a fighting game. We're seeing a lot of engaged players, especially in Japan, and people who this may be their first time playing a fighting game actually enjoying it. So whether it's technical improvements or just constantly servicing the game to provide new content, we feel that us and companies in general need to think about all these things in order to reach this audience and explain to them and get them to realize that, hey, fighting games are a lot of fun and they're worth checking out. So there's probably a lot of different things that we need to continue to think about and yeah, we hope to be able to reach more people in the future.
Mitchell Saltzman is an Senior Producer at IGN. You can find him on Twitter @JurassicRabbit
Mecha BREAK Announces Open Beta Dates Alongside New Trailer
Fast-paced mech multiplayer game Mecha BREAK is getting an open beta test on PC and, surprise, it launches in just a few weeks.
https://www.ign.com/articles/mecha-break-announces-open-beta-dates-alongside-new-trailer
Deadpool & Wolverine Director Shawn Levy Says It’s Not Part of Any MCU Phase, Kevin Feige Responds
Deadpool & Wolverine is confirmed as a Marvel Cinematic Universe movie, but should it be considered part of one of the MCU's phases? Director Shawn Levy and Marvel boss Kevin Feige respond.
Logan Director James Mangold Calls Multi-Movie Universes the 'Enemy' and 'Death of Storytelling'
Logan director James Mangold has expressed his dislike for multi-movie universes, saying that even he is surprised by some of the projects he has taken on.