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The video provides an extensive analysis of the 2024 Capcom super election, highlighting the preferences of 250,000 participants. It reveals that "Devil May Cry 5" was voted the top Capcom game, surpassing anticipated favorites like "Monster Hunter World." Titles like "Dino Crisis" and "Resident Evil 4" also featured prominently. The discussion underscores regional differences, with preferences for games like "Okami" in Japan and the "Devil May Cry" series in the US. The speaker comments on the unexpected rankings of certain games, such as "Breath of Fire 3" outperforming "Resident Evil 2" and "Mega Man X," and the lower ranks of "Street Fighter" characters like Ryu and Chun-Li.
The video also explores the discrepancies between global and Japanese preferences for top Capcom characters. Dante garners worldwide acclaim, whereas Vergil is less popular in Japan, and Leon S. Kennedy is particularly admired by female fans. Viewers appreciate Capcom's character design and gameplay, with calls for remakes of classics like "Dino Crisis" and "Resident Evil Outbreak."
Reflecting on the broader influence of Capcom games, "Resident Evil 4" is credited with pioneering the modern third-person shooter genre, despite initial controversies over its camera angle. The video concludes on a hopeful note, with fans expressing a revived interest in Capcom's old franchises, potentially steering the company towards future remakes.
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In this part of the video, the speaker discusses the results of the 2024 Capcom super election, which involved 250,000 participants. They speculate on the male-to-female and generation ratios, predicting the 30s and 20s age groups would lead, which turns out to be correct. The most surprising revelation is that Devil May Cry 5 was voted the top Capcom game, ahead of expected titles like Monster Hunter World, which, if consolidated with its expansion Iceborne, might have ranked higher. Other notable mentions include Dino Crisis at number two and Resident Evil 4 at number three, with interesting regional preferences like Japan favoring Okami and the US leaning towards the Devil May Cry series. The speaker also touches upon the top male and female characters, expressing surprise at some omissions and inclusions.
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In this part of the video, the discussion revolves around fans’ favorite Capcom games and characters. Some key points include surprise at certain rankings, such as “Breath of Fire 3” beating “Resident Evil 2” and “Mega Man X”, and the high regard for “Devil May Cry” (DMC) series, especially DMC 5, which is noted for its incredible graphics and character movements. There is also a disappointment expressed over the absence of “Mega Man X9” and a new “Versus” game. Additionally, it mentions capstone titles like “Resident Evil” and “Monster Hunter” being highly favored, and the unexpected lower ranking of “Street Fighter”. The favorite Capcom characters part highlighted the notable absence of “Street Fighter” icons like Ryu and Chun-Li from the top 10 list.
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In this part of the video, the discussion revolves around the comparison between the top 10 Capcom characters according to world rankings versus Japanese rankings. Key observations include widespread love for Dante worldwide, while Vergil is less popular in Japan. Ryu’s ranking appears lower than expected, and Chun-Li is absent from the list. Interestingly, Leon S. Kennedy leads among female fans, many of whom admire him for inspiring their career choices. Additionally, the video highlights the admiration for Capcom’s character design, gameplay mechanics, and requests for remakes and remasters of classic games like Dino Crisis and Resident Evil Outbreak. The segment also mentions fans’ appreciation for Capcom’s creativity, citing strong design, personality, and nostalgic influences from the 90s.
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In this segment, the speaker discusses various Capcom game series and their popularity in different regions, expressing surprise at some of the results. They highlight a discrepancy between global and Japanese preferences, noting that series like Devil May Cry, Mega Man, and Resident Evil rank similarly in both regions, while others such as Monster Hunter do not. The speaker humorously addresses the Dino Crisis fanbase, suggesting increased efforts like using VPNs to influence Capcom’s decisions. They also express a desire for certain games, such as Dino Crisis and Onimusha, to be remade with modern technology, and reflect on the potential popularity of retro game ports like Breath of Fire and Rival Schools.
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In this segment, the discussion centers around the significant impact of Resident Evil 4 (RE4) on the gaming industry, particularly in pioneering the modern third-person shooter format. It is argued that while third-person shooters existed before RE4, none had the same influential effect. The segment acknowledges the initial challenge players faced with the new over-the-shoulder camera angle of RE4. Dino Crisis fans and the potential for Capcom to reboot their older IPs are also mentioned, with a renewed camaraderie among fans hoping for a comeback. The video humorously concludes with a nod to buying EXO Primal to experience a similar dinosaur crisis.