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[Mirai Gen]

In Marvel vs Capcom they put in Mega Man Tron Bonne and a ton of Mega Man related stuff.

I see no reason for them to not put the same in this one. Mega Man is one of their flagships after all.

[Regulus Tera]

Yeah, but Rock is one of the two traditional* Mega Men who haven't been included in a fighting game**, the other one being X. It's time the guy gets the representation he deserves.

*Starforce and ZX don't count because they are recent and couldn't have possibly been in previous fighters.
**Classic Mega Man: Marvel Vs. Capcom, Marvel Vs. Capcom 2; Zero: Capcom Vs. SNK something something, Onimusha Blade Warriors; Mega Man.EXE: Onimusha Blade Warriors.

[mudah.swf]

Welp there goes all hope of a US release for now.

Originally Posted by s-kill

No plans for a US release right now because the character rights situations with the Tatsunoko brands in the US are very complicated. In Japan, one company owns all these character rights. Here, many, many different groups hold the rights to some characters in the game. This means a US release would require a deal with like 25 different groups, and the legal fees from the time/effort there alone would be staggering, even if all these groups were willing to do it for nothing.

I spent hours with this game the last time I was in R+D (a few weeks ago), and I have to say: it is totally rad.

If it's for PS3 I think it'll push me over the edge.

[Lord of Joshelplex]

Importin time.

[Regulus Tera]

Let us all mourn at DIRECT FEED PICS OF GLORIOUS LOVE WE'LL NEVER BE ABLE TO PLAY WITH BECAUSE WE'RE NOT JAPANESE.

I'm impressed at the graphics. They'd hype me more for this than Street Fighter IV if this game were to come out here (NEVER!!). It literally looks like cell coloured animation cutouts fighting... but in 2.5D!

[Ryong]

Aw man, the special moves? Awesome. And I really like the pose bird Gatchaman guy does. Really superhero-ish.

[mudah.swf]

That looks glorious. I'm betting on a PS360 home port now.

e: Wii even.
ee: translation of the famitsu article thanks to someone

Here's my translation of the article on Famitsuu.com. Some bits may be a bit shoddy, but that's basically only the character profiles which I'm sure no-one really cares about anyway. Excuses in advances for blatant mis-romanization of anything related to the Tatsunoko characters; I'm not familiar with them so I had to do some educated guesses.

[Tatsunoko Vs. Capcom: Cross Generation of Heroes] The Tag Battle of dreams is unveiled

With Sengoku Basara X out in April, Fate/Unlimited Code scheduled for June, and Street Fighter IV scheduled for July, Capcom are really showering fighting game fans with new games. Now, Capcom announces one more new fighting game - Tatsunoko Vs. Capcom: Cross Generation of Heroes. Capcom's characters continue taking on super heroes from all over the world in this newest installment of the VS. series. As the title implies, this time the rival is Tatsunoko Production. Now, Tatsunoko heroes from the likes of "Kagaku Ninjatai Gatchaman" and "Shinzo Ningen Casshan" will take on Capcom characters like Ryu and Chun-Li in a new tag battle!

2 on 2 Tag Battle! New systems as well!?

In Tatsunoko Vs. Capcom: Cross Generation of Heroes, battles are fought in a 2 on 2 tag setting. You can choose any two characters to form a team you like. You can switch characters any time you like, as well as using techniques like "tag attack", "assist attack" and "counter attack". Of course, the stylish Hyper Combos and Team Hypers using both characters are still here as well. In addition, maybe there are systems we haven't seen yet...!?

Super Jumps and mid-air fighting!

Apart from the tag system, the series is also known for the Super Jumps and fighting in mid-air. You can even launch the opponent into the air, jump after them and perform an "Aerial Rave". This really fits the Hero characters and their dynamic fighting styles.


Introduction of characters

So far, the confirmed characters are Owashi no Ken and Casshan from the Tatsunoko side, and Ryu and Chun-Li from the Capcom side. What kind of special moves can we expect to see again from the Tatsunoko heroes? How will Ryu and Chun-Li fight against the Tatsunoko heroes? There are many unanswered questions, but following is an introduction of each character, with illustrations and screenshots.

The soaring white shadow
Owashi no Ken
Voice: Mori Katsuji
Previous appearances: Kagaku Ninjatai Gatchaman ('72), Kagaku Ninjatai Gatchaman II ('78), Kagaku Ninjatai Gatchaman F ('79)

Leader of the Science Ninja Team. Transforms into a bird-styled appearance, and uses his eagle-shaped "birderang" as his weapon. Real name is Washio Ken. 18 years old. In his daily life, he is a test pilot. He pilots the G-1 airplane which can combine with the GodPhoenix (?). Ken keeps chasing the ghost of his father who he lost as a young child(??). (I take it this makes more sense if you are familiar with Gatchaman)

-Owashi no Ken vs Ryu. In the background, you can see Yatta One from "Yattaman".
-Mid-air combat looks to be Owashi no Ken's specialty. What kind of special moves will he have?
-Owashi no Ken's special move hits Casshan. In the background, you can see Kobun from Rockman DASH.


Lightning of Destruction
Casshan
Voice: Ono Daisuke
Previous appearances: Shinzo Ningen Casshan ('73)

Neo-Human created by infusing an invincible body with the data of Azuma Tetsuya. Fights against the Black King and his Android army, who are trying to exterminate mankind. His opening and closing face mask, pulsar motors on his hips and retractable legs(?) are his trademark features as a Neo-Human, and his fighting skills are second to none. Fights alongside his partner Friender, a robot dog who transforms into various shapes.

-Casshan's electric punch. How effective is it?
-Casshan shows off the kicks he uses to destroy the Android army.
-Looks like Friender will show up in support attacks.
-Casshan assaulting Ryu with his Hyper Combo. When performing a Hyper Combo, the background changes.


Humble Fighting Spirit
Ryu
Voice: Takahashi Hiroki
Previous appearances: Street Fighter Series, Capcom Vs. SNK series, etc.

The lone fighter who always searches for a stronger opponent to become a "true martial artist". In the previous Vs. Series games, he was always able to come to a mutual understanding with his opponent through fighting(?). His special moves like the Hadouken and Shoryuken need no introduction.

-Ryu's HP. Are his normals based on Street Fighter III?
-Will any of the Tatsunoko heroes use a Hadouken(?)?
-Casshan is attacked by a Shoryuken.
-Ryu's Hyper Combo is Shinkuu Hadouken. The opponent is assaulted by a huge beam.


Sky-splitting storm of kicks
Chun-Li
Voice:Orikasa Fumiko
Previous appearances: Street Fighter II series, Street Fighter III 3rd Strike, Street Fighter IV, etc.

Martial artist representing China. A Kung Fu practitioner who uses her speed and kicks as her weapons, she's also a police officer going after the criminal organization Shadaloo, responsible for the disappearance of her father. In previous series, her story's always had a strong connection to Vega, the head of Shadaloo.

-Chun-Li launches Casshan into the air with a kick. Following this, will she able to do a Super Jump and a mid-air combo?
-Chun-Li moves in on her opponent with a mid-air dash. Can she beat Owashi no Ken in air-to-air combat?
-In the Vs. Series, Chun-Li can do her Hyakuretsu Kyaku in mid-air.
-Chun-Li's Hyper Combo, the Kikoushou is huge as well. She can attack from quite a range.