The wizards at Code Mystics have worked their magic on the release of SNK vs. Capcom: SVC Chaos, a crossover featuring two fighting game powerhouse greats. A title with roots in the Neo-Geo, is this crossover worthy of a trip to the Nude Place?
SNK vs. Capcom: SVC Chaos Review
Originally released by Playmore back in 2003, SNK vs. Capcom: SVC Chaos takes design from The King of Fighters series of fighters, rather than the Street Fighter-oriented roots of the Capcom vs. SNK series.
The end result is something that is a bit more niche. SNK vs. Capcom will feel right at home for those rockin’ the big red arcade cabinet after all these years, but the stiffness of the inputs, steep learning curve, and even four button setup admittedly take some getting used to.
None of these factors are inherently bad, but they do require a change of pace; this is doubly so when reflected with its 36 character roster. Series vets Ken (and Violent Ken) and Ryu and present and accounted for, but SNK vs. Capcom: SVC Chaos features left-field pics like Metal Slug’s Mars People and Ghouls ‘n Ghosts Red Arremer.
This title also features a unique twist in the form of its Groove Power Gauge. Similar to the meter found in titles like Capcom’s Street Fighter Alpha series (naturally), this system also allows players to perform special maneuvers like Guard Cancels.
It’s nothing to the level of Garou: Mark of the Wolves’ Just Defend, but it does keep things interesting.
Despite these factors, Code Mystics did incredible work to make sure this version of SNK vs. Capcom: SVC Chaos is in its best form.
For those looking to adjust its display options, one can change scanlines, resolution, enable VSync, and even trigger a flicker filter. There’s also Leaderboards that support best times, total wins, and character wins, alongside a gallery with art from legends like Falcoon and Shinkiro – a nice touch.
Perhaps the greatest addition to this title is its online play with rollback netcode. Players can choose to wait for the next battle with its one player mode, or can alternatively practice – a godsend for those looking to sharpen their skills.
SNK vs. Capcom: SVC Chaos might not be the match of the millennium, but it still promises a good time. The team at Code Mystics has set out to make sure this crossover is the definitive version of the title.
SNK vs. Capcom: SVC Chaos Review
Reviewed On: PC
Release Date: July 20, 2024
MSRP: $19.99
Platforms: PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, PC
Developer: Code Mystics
Publisher: SNK Corporation
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