SVC Chaos Gets a Surprise Port to PC, Switch and PS4

SNK's Surprise Revival: SVC Chaos Lands on PC, Switch, and PS4

The fighting game community received a shock at EVO 2024: SNK's SNK vs. Capcom: SVC Chaos is back! This beloved crossover title is now available on Steam, Nintendo Switch, and PlayStation 4. While Xbox users are unfortunately excluded from this release, the game's arrival on other platforms is a significant event.

Modernized Classic

The re-release features a roster of 36 iconic characters from both SNK and Capcom universes. Expect to see favorites like Terry Bogard and Mai Shiranui (Fatal Fury), the Mars People (Metal Slug), Tessa (Red Earth), and Capcom stalwarts Ryu and Ken (Street Fighter).

Key improvements include updated rollback netcode for smooth online play, and enhanced multiplayer options with single, double elimination, and round-robin tournament modes. A hitbox viewer and an 89-piece art gallery round out the package.

A Long-Awaited Return

SVC Chaos's return is monumental. Originally released in 2003, its absence for over two decades reflects SNK's past financial struggles and the challenges of transitioning from arcade dominance to home consoles. Despite this, the dedicated fanbase remained, fueling the demand for this re-release and proving the game's enduring appeal.

Capcom's Future Crossover Ambitions

In a recent interview, Street Fighter 6 producer Shuhei Matsumoto hinted at Capcom's desire to create new crossover titles, potentially a new Marvel vs. Capcom or a new Capcom/SNK collaboration. However, he acknowledged the significant development time required. Matsumoto emphasized the current focus on reintroducing classic titles to a new generation, laying the groundwork for future projects.

The successful re-release of older Marvel titles, facilitated by renewed collaboration with Marvel and the influence of community-driven events like EVO, showcases the power of fan demand and the potential for reviving beloved fighting game franchises. The future of crossover fighting games looks bright.