Arcade1Up Reveals X-Men 97 Marvel vs. Capcom 2 Deluxe Cabinet Ahead of Disney+ Series Launch

Arcade1Up has officially re-announced its highly anticipated X-Men 97 Marvel vs.

Capcom 2 Deluxe Cabinet, strategically timed to coincide with the launch of Marvel Studios' X-Men 97 animated series, which will premiere on Disney+ starting March 20, 2024.

This announcement took place during a special, invite-only event at Epcot Center where attendees got an exclusive look at the new arcade machine inspired by the return of the beloved X-Men animated franchise. The X-Men 97 Marvel vs.

Capcom 2 Deluxe Cabinet is a nostalgic celebration for fans of classic arcade fighting games and Marvel's iconic mutant heroes.

The cabinet features a 17-inch BOE color monitor, a 2-player control deck, a light-up marquee, and integrated Wi-Fi connectivity.

These features were officially detailed by Arcade1Up at the event.

Pre-orders for the cabinet are now live on the Arcade1Up website, with shipping expected in late April 2024. The announcement follows a brief, unintentional leak earlier in February, when the cabinet was prematurely listed on the Arcade1Up website for $499.

Quick-eye fans, including Twitter user Wario64, captured photos of the now-confirmed product, revealing its unique design and list of bundled games.

The side art prominently showcases major X-Men characters such as Magneto, Gambit, Cyclops, Jean Grey, Storm, and Wolverine, providing a visual homage to the franchise's animated roots. The X-Men 97 Marvel vs.

Capcom 2 Deluxe Cabinet includes a robust lineup of classic Capcom games long associated with Marvel's universe: - Marvel vs.

Capcom 2 (2000) - Marvel vs.

Capcom: Clash of Super Heroes (1998) - Marvel Super Heroes vs.

Street Fighter (1997) - X-Men vs.

Street Fighter (1996) - Marvel Super Heroes (1995) - X-Men: Children of the Atom (1994) - Marvel Super Heroes: War of the Gems (1996) - X-Men: Mutant Apocalypse (1994) This curated game collection delivers a substantial cross-section of the celebrated Marvel vs.

Capcom fighting series, as well as notable beat 'em ups and side-scrollers from Capcom's legacy.

Each title holds a cherished place in arcade and home gaming history, having debuted across various platforms, from physical arcade hardware to the Nintendo Switch eShop in modern re-releases. Arcade1Up has established itself as a leader in the home arcade market, consistently collaborating with licensors like Capcom and Disney to revive retro gaming experiences.

The X-Men 97 tie-in not only celebrates the resurgence of the X-Men brand on Disney+ but also caters to collectors and fighting game enthusiasts seeking an authentic, arcade-quality product for their personal setups. With this launch, Arcade1Up continues to reinforce its dedication to archival quality and innovation in the arcade space, aligning its hardware releases with key media milestones such as the Disney+ debut of X-Men 97.

Fans are encouraged to act quickly with pre-orders, as limited availability and high demand are expected for this deluxe gaming homage to Marvel's mutant heroes.