Nintendo signs distribution deal with Capcom for Super Street Fighter IV 3D Edition in Europe

26th January, 2011 – Nintendo and Capcom®, which is a leading worldwide developer and publisher of video games, today confirmed that they have entered into a distribution agreement for the forthcoming game Super Street Fighter™ IV 3D Edition to be made available on the new Nintendo 3DS handheld system, which allows 3D gaming without the need for special glasses.

Under the terms of the agreement Nintendo will be responsible for the sales, marketing and distribution of the game throughout European territories & Australia, with Capcom remaining as publisher. Capcom will remain as the distributor in the Middle East. Super Street Fighter IV 3D Edition will be part of the stunning launch window line-up for Nintendo 3DS when the system launches across Europe on 25th March 2011.

Please note you can only appreciate the 3D effect of Nintendo 3DS on the system itself. The screenshot above is captured in 2D mode.

The ultimate version of Street Fighter™ makes its seamless transition to Nintendo 3DS with Super Street Fighter IV 3D Edition. The console experience is now in the palm of your hand with rich new features that utilise the capabilities of the Nintendo 3DS system to its fullest.

Packed with 35 playable characters, bonus stages and cinematic Ultra combos, Super Street Fighter IV 3D Edition expands the action by allowing you to fight your friends around the world using the Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection service.

Please note you can only appreciate the 3D effect of Nintendo 3DS on the system itself. The screenshot above is captured in 2D mode.

New to the franchise are the Figurine Mode, which utilises the StreetPass feature of the Nintendo 3DS system to add a collectible meta-game, and the 3D over-the-shoulder camera option that takes fighting to new depths. For those new to the series, a simple mode has been added allowing players to pull off challenging moves with a single touch of the screen.

About Capcom:

Capcom is a leading worldwide developer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment for game consoles, PCs, handheld and wireless devices. Founded in 1983, the company has created hundreds of games, including best-selling franchises Resident Evil, Street Fighter, Mega Man and Devil May Cry. Capcom maintains operations in the U.S., U.K., Germany, France, Tokyo, Korea and Hong Kong, with corporate headquarters located in Osaka, Japan. More information about Capcom can be found on the company web site, www.capcom.com.