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Game Title: Capcom Fighting Collection 2

Platforms:

• Nintendo Switch (May 15, 2025)
• PlayStation 5 (May 15, 2025)
• Xbox Series X/S (May 15, 2025)
• PC (May 15, 2025)

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Developer: Capcom

Review Aggregator:

OpenCritic - 84 average - 98% recommended
Metacritic - 83 average - 21 reviews (PS4 version)

Critic Reviews


33bits - Fernando Sánchez - Spanish - 90 / 100

Maybe not all the games in Capcom Fighting Collection 2 are on the same level, and certainly not all of them have aged equally. But together they form an honest portrait of a specific era of Capcom's most daring and original era. A time when they were allowed to try new things, mix licenses without hesitation, and release such unique games. That we can now rediscover them like this, lovingly and in the best possible conditions, is something fans of the genre should celebrate. Capcom has done it again, and we're delighted to be back in the ring and looking forward to a third installment.

8Bit/Digi - Stan Rezaee - 10 / 10

Capcom Fighting Collection 2 is more than a collection of fighting games but a window into a transitional era for the genre. For those who grew up playing these titles, it's a chance to relive shared memories with friends. For a new generation of fighting game fans, it's an opportunity to experience the classics on modern consoles or PC.

A Gaming Network - Marcel Dee - 9 / 10

A Love Letter to the Genre. Capcom Fighting Collection 2 is more than just a compilation—it's a preservation project, a training ground, and an arcade party all rolled into one. With smooth online play, thoughtful upgrades, and a roster that's second to none, this is a must-have for fighting game fans across generations.

Atarita - Atakan Gümrükçüoğlu - Turkish - 86 / 100

Capcom Fighting Collection 2, a compilation of legendary fighting games, will take you on a journey through time and nostalgia. It stands out with its controls adapted to today's current situation and its welcoming attitude towards new players.

CGMagazine - Zubi Khan - 8 / 10

Capcom Fighting Collection 2 brings with it a solid mix of both 2D fighters while also, for the first time in recent memory, reintroducing players to a collection of 3D fighters from Capcom's storied past.

COGconnected - Stephan Adamus - 85 / 100

Capcom Fighting Collection 2 is incredibly polished and option-filled. It's a must-own collection for retro fighting game fans. Lots of these games have been trapped in arcade and Sega Dreamcast exclusivity.

Cerealkillerz - Steve Brieller - German - 8.4 / 10

A solid collection that doesn't quite match the previous compilations, but its nostalgic appeal, online features, and especially the inclusion of Capcom vs. SNK 2 make it well worth the experience.

ComingSoon.net - Tyler Treese - 8 / 10

The long-awaited return of Power Stone and two Capcom vs. SNK games help anchor the collection and make it a worthwhile purchase for anyone with a shred of nostalgia or an itch to know more about fighting game history.

Console Creatures - Bobby Pashalidis - 8 / 10

Capcom Fighting Collection 2 might not change much regarding its appearance, but it's a solid collection of Capcom's greatest fighter hits now readily available for genre fanatics.

CriticLenz - Arash Parsapour - Persian - 8.5 / 10

While Capcom Fighting Collection 2 delivers an impressive package of eight classic fighting games with newly added online functionality - a testament to Capcom's combat variety - several titles show their age, holding back what could have been a flawless retrospective.

Cultured Vultures - Ash Bates - 8 / 10

Combining some of the best (and worst - sorry, Capcom Fighting Evolution) of their back catalogue with smart updates and improvements, Capcom Fighting Collection 2 is an easy recommendation.

DarkZero - Andi Hamilton - 8 / 10

Although the Marvel vs Capcom collection just about edges this one for the quality of games on offer, Capcom Fighting Collection 2 is a close second place, with the two Power Stone games and CVS2 in particular being excellent fighting games still worth checking out.

Digitale Anime - Raouf Belhamra - Arabic - 8.5 / 10

"A classic experience with a modern performance"
Capcom Fighting Collection 2 is more than just a throwback to Capcom's past; it's a bold celebration of fighting game heritage, designed with respect and intelligence. From the mechanical depth of CvS 2 to the chaos of Power Stone 2, each title shines in its own context, while the collection benefits from modern features that enhance the experience without compromising authenticity.

Everyeye.it - Italian - Unscored

Ultimately, Fighting Collection 2 is, without a doubt, a dream come true for fans of Capcom fighting games. With a more varied selection than the first installment (except for the slip-up called Fighting Evolution) and the usual attention to detail, this collection manages to bring back historic titles without betraying their spirit.

Game Rant - Matt Karoglou - 8 / 10

Capcom Fighting Collection 2 is a solid fighting game compilation but an even better example of game preservation done right.

GameBlast - Carlos França Junior - Portuguese - 8 / 10

The arrival of Capcom Fighting Collection 2 sets a precedent for the amount of things that Capcom can still bring with its collections of classic fighting games. The quality of the emulations, as well as all the features and assets in the package, still maintains the bar of excellence very high. It is another excellent collection that is essential for fans of the genre.

GameGrin - Mike Crewe - 8.5 / 10

From all-time classics to underrated gems, Capcom Fighting Collection 2 is robust enough to not only please avid Capcom fans but also newer players who want to experience some of the company's older games.

GameSpew - Richard Seagrave - 8 / 10

Capcom Fighting Collection 2 bundles up another eight classic games from the developer's back catalogue, and while some have aged worse than others, there's still plenty of fun to be had overall. Highlights here include Capcom vs. SNK 2: Mark of the Millennium 2001 and Power Stone 2, but it's just a shame there's still no crossplay.

GameSpot - Jason Fanelli - 8 / 10

Capcom delivers another great fighting game collection--even with varying quality in the selections this time around.

Gamers Heroes - Casey Scheld - 100 / 100

Capcom Fighting Collection 2 improves upon perfection, making the finest fighting games ever made even better. Newcomers and veterans alike, get ready for the most exciting battles in history with Capcom Fighting Collection 2.

Generación Xbox - Spanish - 90 / 100

There's something for everyone, and believe me, there are plenty of games. There are eight titles, each with its own complexity and enough content to keep you playing for dozens of hours.

Hobby Consolas - Spanish - 83 / 100

While some games in this package aren't as well-rounded as the rest, the overall package is truly satisfying for any fighting fan. Enjoying epic battles in Alpha 3 or Capcom vs. SNK is still as intense as it was 25 years ago.

IGN Italy - Alessandra Borgonovo - Italian - 7.5 / 10

A valuable collection to return to the early 2000s and (re)discover timeless classics.

Just Play it - Mohaned DAROUI - Arabic - 8.5 / 10

Fighting Collection Vol.2 offers one of Capcom's most enjoyable compilations for fans of classic fighting games, delivering a rich and artistically satisfying experience that's well worth playing, whether for nostalgia or as a first-time discovery.

LevelUp - Spanish - 8 / 10

Capcom Fighting Collection 2 is a must-have for fighting game fans and for new players curious to experience these retro games for the first time. Its biggest flaw is that it feels too similar to previous collections and does little to elevate this kind of release to the next level. And although the lack of extra modes, cross-play, and other features prevents it from being the definitive collection, its historical importance and value are undeniable. A trip to the past well worth taking.

Loot Level Chill - Sean Smith - 9 / 10

Despite a couple of duds in Capcom Fighting Collection 2, there is so much good stuff on offer here and a couple of legit all-timers.

MonsterVine - Spencer Legacy - 4.5 / 5

Capcom Fighting Collection 2 is a stellar collection of some of Capcom's most acclaimed fighters, both the well-known and the overshadowed. The range of titles is diverse and exciting, the added features are useful, and the additional content is always a welcome bonus. Once again, Capcom has proven itself to be excellent at remastering its many unique titles.

Nindie Spotlight - Justin Nation - 9.4 / 10

While some of the fighters in this collection could be hit or miss based on personal tastes, the inclusion of Power Stone and its sequel absolutely make this a winner

Nintendo Life - PJ O'Reilly - 9 / 10

Capcom Fighting Collection 2 brings an incredibly strong roster of classic arcade fighters to Nintendo Switch in one of the best compendiums of its work to date. This is top-notch fare, a slew of incredible games, some appearing for the first time since their original releases, replete with rollback netcode for online play, tons of unlockables, Japanese versions of all eight titles, and modern training modes to catch you up to speed. With both Power Stones, an unbeatable Capcom vs SNK double bill and Project Justice leading the charge, there's really very little to complain about here. Excellent stuff.

NintendoWorldReport - Joel DeWitte - 8 / 10

More broadly, Capcom Fighting Collection 2 is another mix of great hits, fun curiosities, and a few games that feel more like filling out a roster than anything. That said, Capcom vs. SNK and Power Stone are more than worth the price of entry alone, and fighting game fanatics will at least enjoy experiencing some oddities that they wouldn't have otherwise.

PSX Brasil - Ivan Nikolai Barkow Castilho - Portuguese - 80 / 100

Capcom Fighting Collection 2 is an important collection due to its historical value. But, overall, the highlights are Capcom vs SNK 2 and perhaps the two Power Stone games. The rest of the games aren't attractive enough to make the collection a must-have.

PlayStation Universe - Joe Richards - 8.5 / 10

This collection of fighting games sits comfortably with Capcom's other compilations as a similarly high quality collection of some truly classic games that were previously stuck on old hardware. For some of these games, it might be the beginning of a new era for their compeititve scene. For others, the mere fact they're here is enough as a curio. Immaculate emulation and slick new features make this the definitive way to play with friends and share the experience.

Saudi Gamer - Arabic - 8 / 10

A comprehensive collection of Capcom's lesser known gems with enough improvements and quality-of-life elements to make this by default the best way to play these games.

Shacknews - TJ Denzer - 9 / 10

Whether you've played these games before or are cracking them open for the first time, you're in for a treat, especially if you bring some friends along.

Siliconera - Jenni Lada - 8 / 10

Capcom Fighting Collection 2 is great for many reasons, ranging from its preservation efforts for games like Power Stone and reminding us the Rival Schools series existed.

SteamDeckHQ - Noah Kupetsky - 4 / 5

Capcom Fighting Collection 2 has become my favorite collection of classic arcade fighting games from Capcom. The variety and quality of the experiences we can get from the eight games included here are great, and they still feel just as tight and smooth as ever. The online multiplayer and customization options are great as well, though the interwoven menus to make these adjustments are a little tedious. Luckily, the core of the game and the extra content make up for it, and I definitely have more reasons to come back and play more than not.

It also runs flawlessly on the Steam Deck, and we can maximize our battery life with just a few changes and no compromise on quality or framerate. It's a wonderful experience on the go, and one I am happy to highly recommend.

The Games Machine - Danilo Dellafrana - Italian - 8.3 / 10

At the moment, it seems more like a collection for nostalgics and collectors than a platform on which to build a new online scene, but Capcom has shown that it knows how to listen to the complaints of fans and who knows, maybe Capcom vs. SNK 2 could free itself from the chains of that wicked revision very soon .

The Nerd Stash - Julio La Pine - 9 / 10

Capcom Fighting Collection 2 is an excellent compilation of some of Capcom's best arcade games brought to a modern and accessible stage.

TheGamer - James Kennedy - 4 / 5

Obviously, it would have been better if the collection had included the first Star Gladiator and Rival Schools games, and it would be nice if Capcom had provided us with characters and features locked to the console ports of these titles. However, you can always ask for more and the point stands that what's here is already one of the best retro fighting game collections on the market.

Video Chums - A.J. Maciejewski - 8.3 / 10

If you have fond memories of the 3D fighting boom back at the turn of the millennium then you'll adore what Capcom Fighting Collection 2 has in store. Of course, fans of the 2D classics have a lot to sink their teeth into as well so there's something here for every fighting fan.

Worth Playing - Cody Medellin - 8.5 / 10

Capcom Fighting Collection 2 is an easy recommendation for any fighting game fan. Even though Capcom Fighting Evolution isn't that great, the rest of the lineup ranges from solid to stone cold classics. The online performance is quite good, and each individual game is deep enough that they'll keep anyone busy for a long time. Unless you only like a specific type of fighting game or dislike Capcom's output, Capcom Fighting Collection 2 is a must-have title.

Xbox Achievements - Richard Walker - 85%

In the window of my local CEX is a Dreamcast copy of Project Justice, marked for £180. It's been there for years, and, as it becomes increasing...

XboxEra - Nick Baker - 8.5 / 10

While this Collection doesn't include the mainstream hits the Marvel vs Capcom Fighting Game Collection, it includes a far better selection than the first Capcom Fighting Game Collection and as I mentioned earlier, is well worth it for the Power Stone games and the ability to play them online.

 

[sainraja]

PowerStone is ALL.

 

[bender]

I'm soooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo fucking hyped.

 

[Porcile]

This is cool and all I will have this ready to play tomorrow but where is my Sega Fighting Game Collection? I want Last Bronx and Fighting Vipers damnit.

 

[DryvBy]

I don't get these reviewers. "This is a beautiful and perfect port" 8/10

But then some new game comes out with them complaining half the review of how broken it is, and it's a 9/10.

Explain, someone.

 

[kunonabi]

I don't get these reviewers. "This is a beautiful and perfect port" 8/10

But then some new game comes out with them complaining half the review of how broken it is, and it's a 9/10.

Explain, someone.

The funny thing is they aren't even perfect ports since most of the games are censored or altered unnecessarily.

 

[DryvBy]

The funny thing is they aren't even perfect ports since most of the games are censored or altered unnecessarily.

Hold up, they're what?!?

I only really care about Power Stone 1 and 2. Please tell me they're safe.

 

[Spukc]

Power stone 1 and 2 are the arcade ports.

Powerstone 2 had way more content on the dreamcast if not mistaken…

 

[kunonabi]

Hold up, they're what?!?

I only really care about Power Stone 1 and 2. Please tell me they're safe.

Nope, power stone 1 endings are censored.

 

[Gitaroo]

anyone reviews mentioned how many times the internal res can scale up to? Hopefully 4x or higher.

 

[Arsic]

I only would buy this for Capcom vs snk2 since I never got to play it.

How did it fair in this collection?

 

[kunonabi]

I only would buy this for Capcom vs snk2 since I never got to play it.

How did it fair in this collection?

Ranked is the EO version which makes it useless for the competive scene but otherwise it was left alone.

 

[March Climber]

The funny thing is they aren't even perfect ports since most of the games are censored or altered unnecessarily.

Do you have a source that lists these alterations or shows them?

 

[kunonabi]

Do you have a source that lists these alterations or shows them?

https://www.capcom-games.com/cfc2/en-us/title/capcom-vs-snk2/

The website has a list in each game's section but it doesn't go into detail as usual. Only thing confirmed is that the only midnight bliss transformation taken out was the Jojo reference.

 

[Bernardougf]

I don't get these reviewers. "This is a beautiful and perfect port" 8/10

But then some new game comes out with them complaining half the review of how broken it is, and it's a 9/10.

Explain, someone.

Its on you bro and anyone that still is trying to find reason, logic and fairness in mainstream reviews. Of all the things that neogaf still has a hardtime letting go, reviews/award topics are the most odd ones giving the huge evidence we have for years that this sites are most full of shit.

 

[Pejo]

Fuck I was planning on skipping this one but it has both Power Stone games.

Nope, power stone 1 endings are censored.

Well nevermind, I'll wait for sub $10 then.

 

[consoul]

This is a game where I won't trust any site's reviews. They're all gonna say 8 outta 10 because they know it's got some classics on it but their reviewers were never hardcore into the games.

Waiting for actual community verdict.

 

[Fahdis]

Will buy at Bargain Bin for Cap vs. SNK2

 

[Toots]

most video game journalists are barely qualified to play mainstream AAA crap, let alone challenging fighting games.
Just for laugh i picked a random reviewer, Marcel Dee from a gaming network (because of the french name of course).

Spoiler

Im not sherlock holmes but im seeing kind of a pattern here...

 

[JohnSpartanLee]

Fei Long returns tomorrow.
First time his flamekick Super is available in online-play (PC-options like FightCade aside).

CvS2 is good, but broken.

Street Fighter Alpha 3 UPPER is the reason this is a must-buy.

 

[Orbital2060]

Pre ordered because of Project Justice. Been really hyped but censoring Power Stone is bs. I guess Project Justice is the PAL (or NTSC) version unless the JP one has been translated. I think there were some extra modes in the JP version.

 

[Parazels]

I don't get these reviewers. "This is a beautiful and perfect port" 8/10

But then some new game comes out with them complaining half the review of how broken it is, and it's a 9/10.

Explain, someone.

Good point. It's a problem with this grading system, because authors somehow believe that only an epic AAA game deserves 10/10, whereas an excellent though indie game (or a collection in our case) shouldn't take top places in ratings.

 

[RAIDEN1]

The astonishing thing is that you STILL only have a single save slot file across ALL the games, (from a review I read yesterday) what was the deal on that? Why stick with it?

 

[diffusionx]

It's great to get Powerstone on a console newer than PSP but I really wish that Capcom would re-release a console port of SFA3 with all the added content like the PSP version

 

[NeverYouMind]

Dope. Will get as soon as I can redeem $5 discount with MS rewards next week.

 

[Arsic]

Ranked is the EO version which makes it useless for the competive scene but otherwise it was left alone.

This collection seems like a far less of a love affair compared to the marvel one.

 

[Spukc]

It's great to get Powerstone on a console newer than PSP but I really wish that Capcom would re-release a console port of SFA3 with all the added content like the PSP version

 

[SonicJams]

Edited as i got thrings wrong;

Just bought and played for powerstone 2. No team battle options. You CAN change the settings to have 1 person as the winner (instead of 2). You cna play the secret level if you pick random.

 

[cireza]

I am good with my Dreamcast and all these games.

 

[DryvBy]

Its on you bro and anyone that still is trying to find reason, logic and fairness in mainstream reviews. Of all the things that neogaf still has a hardtime letting go, reviews/award topics are the most odd ones giving the huge evidence we have for years that this sites are most full of shit.

I was being very sarcastic and calling out how stupid it is to put faith in game reviews these days. Or at least the point system.

 

[Spukc]

Just bought and played for powerstone 2. WTF. Save your money, this version is not what you want > No team battle options. In both Arcade and Versus matches, its hard locked into 2 winners every round which means no more 1 on 1 epic showdowns between the remaining players as you are both winners. P
Top it all off, no bonus levels. They were awesome.

Lol dude i stated this a while ago.
The last good version is the psp one

 

[Orbital2060]

Just bought and played for powerstone 2. WTF. Save your money, this version is not what you want > No team battle options. In both Arcade and Versus matches, its hard locked into 2 winners every round which means no more 1 on 1 epic showdowns between the remaining players as you are both winners. P
Top it all off, no bonus levels. They were awesome.

Howd you play it? Physical?

Digital is not unlocked until tomorrow or 00:01

 

[SonicJams]

Howd you play it? Physical?

Digital is not unlocked until tomorrow or 00:01

Im in australia. Its now 7.25am here lol. I waited until midnight our time and it was up on the eshop.

 

[SonicJams]

Orbital2060 and diffusionx and Mister Wolf

I was wrong. There is an additional option where you can change how many poeple are left in the match. Sorry for the bum steer. Apparently you cn access the secret level as well through random.

 

[The Lunch Legend]

Capcom can't lose

 

[DZx]

I hate censorship.

 

[Kasane89]

i will get it from humblebundle eventually for cheap. only reason i care is because of rollback online, otherwise i wouldve fully ignored it because of the censorship

 

[Porcile]

My copy is waiting for when I get home. Looking forward to playing Project Justice (for the first time) the most. Seems like it has pretty cool vibes and a lot of style.

 

[Porcile]

Anyone think there's something a bit off with the audio balance across all the games? The background music is pretty quiet even on the highest setting.

 

[Orbital2060]

Im in australia. Its now 7.25am here lol. I waited until midnight our time and it was up on the eshop.

Thanks - so it was just rolling out globally. I thought maybe there was a trick to playing it earlier.

Gonna check it out later today.

 

[SonicJams]

Spent some time playing powerstone 2 today. Super fun! So glad its back (and glad i found the options to change match settings and bonus levels )

 

[kunonabi]

Anyone think there's something a bit off with the audio balance across all the games? The background music is pretty quiet even on the highest setting.

Isn't there like a modernized sound setting or something? Maybe that's on by default.

 

[SkylineRKR]

I've always liked Powerstone 1 more. But 2 allowed for party play ofcourse. At the cost of speed and moves though.

Edited as i got thrings wrong;

Just bought and played for powerstone 2. No team battle options. You CAN change the settings to have 1 person as the winner (instead of 2). You cna play the secret level if you pick random.

Its kind of puzzling but i don't know how it was in the coin op, but you can revive others in this version.

 

[falling into hell]

I would buy it if it was't censored. Seriously I don't even understand the point of censoring old games.

 

[Orbital2060]

Power Stone the only one that got censored? Just read some random site about it but not much info on exactly what is censored and if its DEI related? Project Justice apparently also got censored story scenes but I dont know if its true.

 

[Instant_Classic]

Power Stone is finally playable with online play, my God.

 

[Instant_Classic]

Anyone think there's something a bit off with the audio balance across all the games? The background music is pretty quiet even on the highest setting.

Yeah, the audio is a bit different than the actual games themselves.

The quality isn't as sharp, and is definitely a bit quieter.

 

[MALpractice311]

CvS2, Project Justice, and the final version of SFA3? Yeah, I'm in.

 

[kunonabi]

Power Stone the only one that got censored? Just read some random site about it but not much info on exactly what is censored and if its DEI related? Project Justice apparently also got censored story scenes but I dont know if its true.

Apparently there is more stuff censored in the western version that Capcom didn't mention so who knows how much got changed.

 

[Orbital2060]

Apparently there is more stuff censored in the western version that Capcom didn't mention so who knows how much got changed.

I dont remember the games well enough to say, unless its marked with a big X or something lol. Someone probably will make a side by side.

No idea how credible the site is, but some wild accusations at Blackrock and Larry Fink for hedge fund financing Capcoms DEI initiative.

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