E3 2006: Capcom® Announces Capcom® Classics Collection Vol. 2
GATHER YOUR QUARTERS AND RELIVE CAPCOM®'S EXTENSIVE LIBRARY WITH CAPCOM® CLASSICS COLLECTION VOL. 2
E3, LOS ANGELES - May 10, 2006 - Delve into
the past and get acquainted with some of the finest arcade
classics around as Capcom® today announced Capcom® Classics
Collection Vol. 2 for the PlayStation®2 computer
entertainment system and Xbox® video game system from
Microsoft®. The sequel to the acclaimed 2005 compilation,
Capcom Classics Collection Vol. 2 offers up more legendary
and rare classics of yesteryear. Witness old school gaming at
its best as this eclectic collection contains 20 golden
titles of the past that wait to challenge a player's
skillfulness. There's something for everyone as Capcom
Classics Collection Vol. 2 delivers an assortmentof
masterpieces for the brawler, side-scrolling shooter or
platformer fan in all of us. Capcom Classics Collection Vol.
2 is scheduled for release throughout North America in Q4
2006.
"The first Capcom Classics Collection for the PlayStation 2
and Xbox was a phenomenal success, proving our commitment to
continuously deliver what gamers want which is quality
entertainment," said Todd Thorson, director of marketing,
Capcom Entertainment. "This latest sequel epitomizes our
philosophy and demonstrates that classic gaming never goes
out of style."
Capcom Classics Collection Vol. 2 reacquaints players with
the revolutionary games of their time while providing
countless rounds of quarter-free entertainment. Each
treasured favorite contains bountiful bonus features
including remixed soundtracks, original art and history that
will leave everyone wanting for more. Homes will turn into a
virtual arcade halls as this 20-in-1 compilation will have
players flashing back to the good old days and introduce toa
new generation the titles that helped define Capcom's legacy
as a leading worldwide developer and publisher.
Capcom Classics Collection Vol. 2 includes the following
features:
20 timeless masterpieces on one disk
Jam-packed action for countless hours of classic
entertainment
Bonus content - Listen to remixed music and view
original artwork.
Capcom is a leading worldwide developer, publisher and
distributor of interactive entertainment. Founded in 1983,
the company has created world renowned franchises including
Resident Evil, Street Fighter, Mega Man, Breath of Fire,
Devil May Cry and the Onimusha series. Headquartered in
Osaka, Japan, the company maintains operations in the U.S.,
United Kingdom, Germany, Tokyo and Hong Kong. More
information about Capcom and its products can be found on the
company's web site at www.capcom.com.
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