Capcom Wants to Make Accessible Fighting Games

Escapist:

The world of fighting games can be a harsh place sometimes. Between a fierce competitive scene, constant updates and re-releases of full-priced games, and the occasional bout of sexist trash-talk, the intense, chaotic, and engaging world of fighters is not the easiest genre for a newbie. In fact, even just learning the ropes can be tough, as one Capcom fan pointed out on the official forums recently.

[DrRobotnik]

We here at CAPCOM conglomerate have come to the realization that our games are just a tad bit too hard for the common folk. So we here at CAPCOM would like to introduce the new Button-mash controller for only $100. Future DLC updates for compatibility with current games will be $20.Enjoy

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[ScytheX3]

lol, ditch the 2 button lay out and add 1 button, put turbo on and with added simple mode and all set, youll be a rank in no time =)

[DrRobotnik]

That can be done sir, but it will cost you an extra $25 along with a blood sample.

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[RmanX1000]

A controller is way to difficult. Could you patch in Kinect and Move compatibility?

[DrRobotnik]

That too can be done sir, an added payment of only $4.99 and your first born as a security deposit will be required.

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[D3mons0ul]

This won't end well

[LOGICWINS]

Sounds like a good idea. SSF4's learning curve was WAAAY steep for newcomers. The hardcore players(some being the elitists that they are) have no problem with this...but they don't realize that you MUST appeal to different audiences if you want your fighting game to sell. Every fighting game should be like Mortal Kombat/EA MMA IMO. Easy to get into, but challenging to master.

[hkgamer]

this sounds like they want to make a ssb clone. i dont think this is a good idea...

[Cajun Chicken]

Make a new Powerstone then.

[Drainage]

so next gen, the fighting genre gets burned to the ground. shame, its already happened to FPS games this gen

[Kyosuke_Sanada]

Well looks like I'll continue sticking with Aksys, Autumn Games and SNK Playmore then....

[CanadianTurtle]

I think they already have....MVC3 is very accessible compared to MVC2. And I agree with the person above, a new powerstone would be fantastic

[nobodyspecial]

They should try putting a decent tutorial mode into their next fighting game instead. Not just a 'learn these 20 combos' mode, but something that actually teaches true fighting game newcomers the proper fighting game mindset.

[Fullmetalevolust]

Well, leave the "hardcore" titles the way they are, 'cause I don't think they would be much of an EVO if fighting games all of sudden became all that accessible...and create a new title.
Still waiting on Darkstalkers 4, btw capcom!

[chrispen9]

I actually liked Marvel vs Capcom 3 more than Street Fighter 4 because I can actually play Marvel. Street Fighter 4 is so cryptic and hard to enjoy.

[PS3gamer4life]

the best fighting game online is SF3 online love it

[X-Factor]

Great News Post, Emilio!

[hazelamy]

here's a hint on how to do that.

don't lock half the characters behind a pay to access wall.