Challenge your friends to see who is the best old-school video game player with this exciting arcade game compilation from Capcom. Originally released for Sony PlayStation 2 and Microsoft Xbox in 2005, Capcom Classics Collection features a selection of more than 20 games that date from 1984 to 1992. A classic collection sure to please any vintage gaming fan, this version of Capcom Classics Collection Vol. 1 for the PS2 lets you play virtually any type of game, such as fighting games, side-scrolling platform and side-scrolling combat. This collection also includes a range of shooting games, including 2D shooter, platform shooter, and vertical-scrolling shooter. Considered to be one of the early pioneers of gaming, Japanese publisher Capcom was responsible for many of the most beloved arcade titles, such as the Mega Man and Street Fighter series. With Capcom Classics Collection Vol. 1, you have the chance to experience some of the company’s top titles from its early years. Whether you’re just experiencing these classics for the first time or you used to play Capcom games as a child, you’ll definitely get a kick out of these exciting titles. With 22 total games to choose from, this PS2 game offers endless hours of entertainment for all ages, and both younger and older players can enjoy playing titles such as Forgotten Worlds, Gun Smoke, Bionic Commando, and Final Fight. Other titles include Ghouls ‘n Ghosts, Ghosts ‘n Goblins, Legendary Wings, and Pirate Ship Higemaru. Fans of war titles have the chance to play Capcom’s 1942, 1943: The Battle of Midway, and 1943: Kai. Set during World War II in the Pacific Theater, these games let you pilot a plane with the mission of trying to take out the Japanese fleet. Players also get the chance to try out three different versions of Street Fighter II. Challenge your friends to a one-on-one battle in Street Fighter II: The World Warrior, Champion Edition, or Turbo Hyper Fighting. Battle your way through the levels, fighting comparatively harder computer opponents and bosses to claim the title of champion. Featuring all of your favorite characters, like Ken, Ryu, Chun-Li, and Zangief, each of these versions can be played in either single player or two player mode. Similarly, many of the other titles included with the compilation also feature both single and multiplayer modes, depending on the specific title. Each of the games features the original artwork to provide that true retro gaming experience. The music further adds to the nostalgia, with fun remixed soundtracks to accompany each title. Although the music and graphics in these vintage games may not compare to modern day systems like PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, or Xbox One, these classics are still a true piece of video game history and something every true gamer needs to own. Capcom also released a similar version of this title for the handheld PlayStation Portable, but there’s nothing quite like playing vintage arcade games on a big screen and your PS2, with the music blaring from your speakers. With so many cool classic video games to try out, Capcom Classics Collection is a true blast from the arcade gaming past.
