SNK vs CAPCOM for C64/C128 – Stronger Edition – Clash of Legends Reborn

A true gem for retro gaming fans has arrived: the legendary crossover makes its return on the Commodore 64 and C128. The Stronger Edition is not just an update, but a refined, faster, and more powerful experience that faithfully brings back the arcade spirit to the 8-bit era.

The Stronger Edition includes a total of 32 fighters and it’s distributed as a MagicDesk 2 (MD2) CRT image file (2MBytes). It can be run on VICE/Denise emulators and real hardware. You should use latest ad-hoc build version of VICE 3.9, that is VICE 3.9 r45695 or higher version in order to run the game. For real machines you have to buy a physical MagicDesk 2 cartridge made by CrystalCT. Link to his project: https://github.com/crystalct/MagicDesk2

Why is it special?

• Two legendary worlds collide – Iconic fighters from SNK and Capcom face off once again, in the spirit of Street Fighter and King of Fighters.
• Refined gameplay – Compared to earlier versions, the Stronger Edition offers better-balanced characters and smoother combat mechanics.
• A technical feat – Developers have pushed the C64/C128 to their limits: fluid animations, detailed graphics, and surprisingly impressive sound effects create an immersive experience.
• Dual platform release – Whether on C64 or C128, the game runs flawlessly, making the most of each system’s capabilities.

Who is it for?

• Retro enthusiasts who want to experience how 90s fighting games feel on an 8-bit system.
• Collectors who appreciate fresh and unique titles developed for the Commodore family.
• Anyone curious about how modern gameplay concepts can be reimagined within nostalgic hardware constraints.

Final verdict

SNK vs CAPCOM for C64/C128 – Stronger Edition is a true homage to both past and present: nostalgic yet fresh, retro yet surprisingly modern. For fans of classic fighting games, this release is simply unmissable.

Choose your side, rise to the challenge, and decide once and for all – SNK or Capcom?