Summary
Capcom is a beloved video game developer and publisher that alienated fans somewhat in the 2010s with its questionable business model, coupled with the meandering quality of their games. Thankfully, the company realized the poor trajectory they were on and switched things up in the nick of time.
This has helped Capcom bounce back in the 2020s with a string of amazing titles across several iconic IPs that fans can’t get enough of.
Resident Evil Villagecontinued the story of Ethan Winters afterBiohazardfloored players with its quality. Fans were excited about a sequel and didn’t mindVillage’s action-packed focus.
The story features way more action and combat-heavy moments, which split fans down the middle. However, even its most ardent critics couldn’t help butpraiseResident Evil Village’s scope, with the infamous giant baby level showing that Capcom could still easily scare the wits out of players if they wished.
While fans are still divided about the quality of Apollo Justice’s debut, the two games succeeding it did a great job of appealing to theAce Attorneyfaithful.Dual Destiniesboasts some engaging cases, whileSpirit of Justiceis considered by many to be the greatest game in the main series, along withTrials & Tribulations.
This updated trilogy lets players enjoy all three titles with a fresh coat of paint, serving as the final set of remasters to let new fans familiarize themselves withAce Attorney. Hopefully, Capcom will now finally get to work on a new chapter in theAce Attorneyseries that will wow the masses.
Monster Hunter: Worldwas a massive step in the right direction for this franchise, and Capcom had no way to go but up with this title’s release. ForMonster Hunter Rise, the developer decided to add a wirebug to the game to make traversal more dynamic than ever.
The result is aMonster Huntergame with some of the best movement mechanics fans can enjoy, with the combat being just as riveting as ever. The cherry on top of this cake is theSunbreakDLC, which is considered by many to be one of the bestMonster Hunterexpansions ever made.
A fan’s perception ofDragon’s Dogma 2will differ based on whether they’re familiar with its predecessor. Long-timeDragon’s Dogmafans may not appreciate how similar the sequel feels, while newcomers will fall in love withthe action-packed gameplaythat prioritizes fun over everything else.
Regardless, there’s no denying thatDragon’s Dogmais an excellent open-world action RPG that more fans need to check out. Even after the controversies that arose from the PC performance debacle and the suspect Fast Travel microtransactions, the inherent quality ofDragon’s Dogma 2was so high that it didn’t stop the title from being another homerun for Capcom.
WhileStreet Fighter 5was a great game in its own right, it had to salvage its reputation after a poor launch. Clearly, the studio learned from its mistakes, withStreet Fighter 6being a competent and enjoyable fighting gameat launch.
Fans loved how tight the fighting mechanics felt, with World Tour being surprisingly compelling and allowing the player’s original creation to merge seamlessly with the world ofStreet Fighter. All of this combined to helpStreet Fighter 6stand out as one of the best entries in the series.
After the licensing issues were finally hashed out, fans were treated to an English localization for twoAce Attorneyspinoff games that was a long time in the making.The Great Ace Attorney Chroniclesfeatures a duology of the bestAce Attorneygames ever made, withResolve’s narrativebeing a highlight of the seriesin the eyes of many.
The first game seems relatively weak in comparison, but what it does is set the stage for a bombastic sequel that pulls no punches. It also helps Ryunosuke Naruhodo’s journey from a bumbling assistant into a competent attorney feel believable as players root for this underdog.
Shu Takumi is a beloved figure in the field of video games who has left an enduring mark with theAce Attorneygames. However, what many people consider to be his magnum opus is a compellingstandalone murder-mystery gamethat lets players control an amnesiac ghost.
Sissel’s story is a captivating one as players use their ghostly powers to prevent avoidable murders. The gameplay may be a bit on-rails for some, but the amazing narrative more than makes up for the easy puzzles.
Most people expected that Capcom would falter while developing a remake of one of the most beloved video games of all time. Thankfully, theResident Evil 4remake was hailed by many as a faithful upgrade that let players enjoy Leon Kennedy’s brutal adventures as he deals with the Las Plagas plague.
While the game may lose a lot of the charm that stems from the overacted performances in the original game, players who don’t mind an experience that takes itself seriously will love whatResident Evil 4brings to the table. It’s easilythe bestResident Evilremake of the lot, and fans can’t wait to see what the future has in store for this series.
