Capcom Arcade 2nd Stadium

 PlayStation 4
Metascore
77

Generally favorable reviews - based on 28 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 20 out of 28
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 28
  3. Negative: 0 out of 28
  1. MeuPlayStation
    Jul 22, 2022
    74
    Capcom Arcade 2nd Stadium stands out for its accessibility features and the classic arcade vibes it brings to the table. It can also be said that it's an evolution from the first entry of the series. However, it has many limitations, both on content and performance, and the players may feel bored after a few hours.
  2. IGN France
    Aug 2, 2022
    70
    This collection gives a lot of love to arcade lovers... And Capcom fans.
  3. SpazioGames
    Jul 20, 2022
    70
    If you heart is beating with nostalgia, Capcom, Arcade 2nd Stadium does its best to bring you back down the memory lane.
  5. Dexerto
    Jul 20, 2022
    70
    For those who merely dabble in arcade classics, then the way to go may be to hand-pick the games you want to play and checkout with a cheaper cart in hand. There are some real highlights in this collection that would be a shame to miss out on for a gamer of any flavor.
  6. God is a Geek
    Jul 19, 2022
    70
    Capcom Arcade 2nd Stadium is a beautifully presented package which includes a decent strike rate of two thirds bangers to a third of borderline unplayable turds.
  7. Eurogamer Italy
    Jul 19, 2022
    70
    Another bunch of good-old games from Capcom. Most of the 32 titles included in this 2nd Stadium have already been published in other collections so think about it only if you're an hardcore fan of the “Big C”... or purchase the preferred ones as single purchases.
  8. GamingBolt
    Jul 15, 2022
    70
    Fans of arcade games, and especially of arcade lineage, will find a lot to find in Arcade 2nd Stadium, which stands as a great testament to just how far video games have come as a medium.
  9. Hey Poor Player
    Jul 14, 2022
    70
    With 32 games included, most players are going to be able to find a few titles to fall in love with in Capcom Arcade 2nd Stadium. With more duds in the lineup this time around, though, combined with a higher percentage of the collection being featured in recent collections you may already own, the value proposition is a lot harder to judge. Thankfully, this time around, Capcom are letting you buy just the individual games you want from the start. Most players with a love of classic arcade games will want to grab at least a few titles from this collection, even if the collection as a whole isn’t quite the no-brainer some of Capcom’s recent classic offerings have been.
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  1. 3DJuegos
    Aug 10, 2022
    Another outstanding compilation of some of the best arcade games ever created by Capcom. [Recommended]

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#32 Most Discussed PS4 Game of 2022

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User Score
4.4

Generally unfavorable reviews- based on 9 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 3 out of 9
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 9
  3. Negative: 4 out of 9
  1. Jt0429
    Jul 24, 2022
    7
    Good-
    A lot of the games hold up well. Options to make the game more accommodating to modern audiences are appreciated. Games run well    Good-
    A lot of the games hold up well. Options to make the game more accommodating to modern audiences are appreciated. Games run well

    Bad-
    If you have no interest in arcade games there is not much here for you. A fair few of the games do not hold up well at all. Mainly only valued as time capsules for old games

    Thoughts-
    So, yes – if you’re an enthusiast of the medium, or a fan of Capcom’s arcade glory day? Capcom Arcade 2nd Stadium is well worth your time, and I would say it’s worth it to check out most, if not all, of the games. A lot of them may not have held up as well, but even they hold some value as a sort of time capsule. Video games have come a long way since the heyday of the arcade – but that doesn’t mean we have to forget the medium’s roots, after all. Capcom certainly isn’t.    … Full Review »
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