About Capcom

Capcom Co., Ltd. is a renowned Japanese video game developer and publisher founded in 1983 in Osaka, evolving from its origins as a manufacturer and distributor of electronic game machines since 1979[1][5]. Initially, Capcom focused on arcade game development, leveraging its proprietary CP System hardware to create high-quality arcade titles, with early successes including "1942" (1984), "Commando" (1985), and "Ghosts’n Goblins" (1985)[1][4]. The company gained significant recognition with iconic franchises such as *Mega Man* (1987) and *Street Fighter* (notably *Street Fighter II* in 1991), the latter becoming a groundbreaking arcade and competitive gaming phenomenon that generated over $2 billion in arcade machine revenue[3]. Throughout the 1990s and 2000s, Capcom expanded into home console markets, successfully transitioning its popular arcade franchises and developing new ones. The horror franchise *Resident Evil* (debuted 1996) became a global sensation, with *Resident Evil 5* (2009) selling over 7 million copies and cementing Capcom's status in the home console arena[3]. Other key franchises include *Devil May Cry*, *Monster Hunter*, and *Ace Attorney*, each contributing to Capcom’s reputation for creative innovation, immersive gameplay, and character development[5]. Capcom operates worldwide with offices in the U.S., U.K., Europe, and Asia, maintaining a strong presence in both arcade and home gaming sectors[5]. The company is a charter member of the Entertainment Software Association and supports industry standards such as the ESRB rating system[5]. Its business model historically emphasized protecting its arcade games from piracy by developing proprietary hardware and software, which helped it dominate the arcade market during the 1980s and 90s[6]. Today, Capcom is recognized as a leader in the video game industry, known for its technological

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