Capcom announced the 'Capcom Arcade Stadium 2' collection, a compilation of 32 video games from the arcade era brought to modern consoles. The game features improved visual fidelity by way of improved resolutions, new filters, game overlays, and more.
Each of the 32 retro titles have received new ways to play with game modes such as online mode, invincibility mode, rewind mode, and more. Additionally, for players on the competitive side, the games now feature online leaderboards, allowing players to see how they stack up against others around the world.
One notable feature of the Cacpom Arcade Stadium 2 collection is that each game inside the collection is available separately. The game is downloadable for free with only the 'SONSON' game title, while each additional title costs $3.99 USD, or the full bundle of 32 games is available for $39.99 USD.
Arcade Game Collections
Capcom Arcade Stadium 2 Features 32 Iconic Arcade-Era Titles
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