Marvel vs Capcom 3 Primer: Bring the Galactic Brawlfest On!

Psyched about Marvel vs. Capcom 3: Fate of Two Worlds? Well who the hell shouldn’t be? After a decade of waiting, Wolverine, Ryu and a bunch of Marvel and Capcom characters clash and collide in an interdimensional bloodfest that will ultimately decide the ‘Fate of Two Worlds.’

But what can we expect from the sequel of such an amazing title? Is it going to be just as good as its predecessors or will it be the start of the franchise’s downfall? Well join us as we take you back into the loop of the Marvel vs Capcom universe with our mini-primer.

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Tekken Tag Tournament 2 Introduces Stage Gimmicks; Item Customization Returns

We’ve waited for years for Tekken Tag Tournament 2 (TTT2), and now we’re getting one and then some as Famitsu reveals in its second report on the sequel that the game is having a “Stage Gimmick” system, along with the return of the Item customization feature that bring a mix of old and new into the table.

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The Story Behind Marvel Vs. Capcom 3 Alternate Costumes

Ever wonder what’s the deal behind the alternate costumes of some characters in Marvel vs. Capcom 3? While some may be the developer’s way of mercilessly toying with the color palette, others tend to have a more meaningful and story-driven approach as to why such costumes exist. You might be surprised that some alternate costumes are reminiscent of classic looks rooted out from comic book history.

Chris Baker, manager of Licensed Games at Marvel Studios shared, a few thoughts about the alternate costumes of five Marvel characters, namely: Captain America, Storm, M.O.D.O.K., Dormammu, and Phoenix. In a nutshell, the alternate costumes of each of the above-mentioned characters take different facets and looks from various versions and history of their existence.

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