History of Tatsunoko VS Capcom | The Uncommon Valley

What has been regarded as the game to boost back interest to the VS series, Tatsunoko VS Capcom has been regarded as one of the better 2.5D fighting games out there. Find out the history of how this game came to be, and see why it is that this game will never see a re-release ever again.
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[@RandomBlackGamer]

Such a stellar video. Really hope the algorithm picks up on it and gives it the views it deserves. I loved this game so much. Even though it had a simplified 3 button combat system it still had a lot of depth. I always look at it as the direct spiritual ancestor to MvC3 with how both titles were produced by the same individual. Given the fact that characters such as Ryu, Viewtiful Joe, and others were essentially TvC ports I had no problem adjusting to their playstyles in MvC3. I hope the modding scene for MvC3 Ultimate adds as many of the TvC fighters as possible.

[@TheUncommonValley]

Hey, thanks for checking out the video! The Wii had a lot of games made for it, and when ever people always would ask for great exclusives, it's usually either TvC or Sin & Punishment Star Successor. :D

[@TheUncommonValley]

Also I know that it's probably asking much too, but you are more then welcome to share the video or channel with any friends or family. I know the algorithm is a tough thing to deal with, but I always share links with people if I feel those channels deserves it. :)

[@vgsquirrel]

Was in the mood to watch a Tatsunoko vs. Capcom video and this scratched that itch! Thanks for making this!

[@TheUncommonValley]

Thanks for checking out the video! Happy to make these kinds of videos for people to watch. :)

[@ColeFam]

Oh man, I love this game! I didn't know it had such an interesting history, thank you for sharing! The biggest surprise with the game for me was seeing Zero's hidden costume reference an obscure coloring that was previously just used on a model kit! But I really loved being introduced to so many characters I wasn't familiar with, and the game's art style was great!

[@TheUncommonValley]

It's honestly one of my personal favorite games on the Wii, it's such a shame that not a lot of people got to experience it when it first came out. But you are most welcome, and thank you for checking out the new video! :)

[@Truegamer2000]

@@TheUncommonValleythe TVC discord keeps it alive till this day 👍🏽

[@ZardaffronTK]

I have always wondered why Go Mifune wasn't added as a fighter in this game. To me, Speed Racer/Mach GoGoGo is basically the face of all things "Tatsunoko." But then again, Megaman is the face of Capcom for me and we know how that went for Marvel vs. Capcom 3. Now that you mention licensing issues, I'm led to believe that might have had something to do with it. What licenses in particular did the localization team have issue with, exactly? Or maybe it has to do with the devs picking their favorites. If that's the case, then it bums me out that my boy Speed was forgotten.

[@TheUncommonValley]

It was because of the fact that majority of the people that were choosing the characters didn't show any favor to Speed Racer, which was why Tatsunoko themselves were confused by Capcom's decision. But I'd love to have seen him in the game, and use the Mach 5 as part of his special.

[@MartynAndStuff]

From what I recall, Hakushon Daimaō had issues as they were unable to negotiate for Europe so he was cut. Samurai Pizza Cats was also considered but licensing issues arose from that (apparently Disney owns overseas rights to it). Speed Racer was considered briefly but they struggled to figure out a moveset that was interesting or featured his racecar. Other characters that almost featured for CGoH were Nurse Witch Kogumi, Muteking the Rollerblade Hero, Shurato (from Shurato), Soul Taker, Daikyojin (Gold Lightan would take the place), Berg Katse, Tekkaman Evil, Braiking Boss and JJ. Joe the Condor and Yatterman-2 were part of the list but they were included in UAS alongside Blade. I would guess that some of those characters, mostly from series not represented already in the game, would have faced similar issues. That might explain why Joe, Yatter-2 and Tekkaman Blade were included as they were easier to negotiate with outside licensees. For the sake of balance for Capcom the following characters were considered- 1. Leon (RE4) 2. Nash (Charlie)(Street Fighter) 3. Date Masamune (Sengoku Basara. Soki seems to have taken that role instead as the sword owner) 4. Arthur (Ghost and Goblins)* 5. Ibuki (SF) 6. M. Bison (SF) 7. Lei-Lei/Hsein-Ko (from Darkstalkers)* 8. Zero Gouki (Cyberbots. replaced by PTX-40X as the big character) 9. Tiara Hime (from Gaia Masters) 10. Nero (DMC) 11. June (Star Gladiator) 12. Rouge (Power Stone) 13. Tyrant (RE3) 14. Hinata Wakaba (Rival Schools) 15. The Smith Syndicate (Killer 7) 16. A Ghost and Goblins stage* * These were likely revisited for MvC3. Phoenix Wright and Franziska Von Karma were considered but were seen as difficult to implement (Phoenix's Objection! bubble in particular as it's hitbox would have been difficult to localise. They also struggle how to make him move as he doesn't physically move around. One thing they considered was having him behind a desk with wheels. Kind of a shame. I would have loved to have seen it) Dante was also considered too. Ingrid was sort of in the game. She was used as a test model or the game.

[@Yanncki64]

As always great content.

[@TheUncommonValley]

Thank you very much for checking out the video, I’m finishing up vacation time right now but will be working on the next video when I get back. :)

[@KyuJuEX099]

4:42 I really like one of Roll's concept art has her much more mature looking. I wish that Roll got in TVC instead her chibi form.

[@kiritosintern]

Shonen Jump vs Capcom would be an awesome crossover to do

[@TheUncommonValley]

That would be pretty awesome honestly!

[@dadrising6464]

Id love me some square vs capcom ...

[@InerciaVirtual]

Awesome video. Lots of info on an awesome game! I bought this game sealed before the Wii-U came along and I barely opened it... it is an awesome game! Favorite characters?! Chun-Li and Batsu

[@TheUncommonValley]

Thanks for checking out the video! Yeah, Batsu is a personal favorite of mine to use along with Cashern and Karas

[@startyde]

Great video on an amazing game, well done!

[@TheUncommonValley]

Much appreciated for the kind words! :)

[@mrmalandro]

Maybe the stars are aligning

[@mattdavis4056]

I bought an xbox to play svc chaos, i bought a wii to play tatsunoku vs capcom, i bought a switch to play ultra sf2, and i bought a ps5 to play sf6. Damn you capcom lol

[@gurriato]

- This game is not obscure, there's no need to go digging in the Wii's library to find it. People were talking about it like the second coming of Jesus when it was new. - Anime is not niche. Anime games don't get endless sequels because most of them are poorly made, many of them were light on gameplay, especially in earlier generations, and there's no reason to make more once they've served their purpose as promotional material. Big, long running shows do get multiple games even if they all suck. - Western anime fans don't care about Tatsunoko. You wouldn't find many people who recognized that name before this game, and you would have had more luck asking random 40 year olds about Gatchaman than random anime fans.

[@TheUncommonValley]

Sorry you didn't like the video, I just like covering over the history of these types of games.