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Capcom has made a bold move by allowing classic games to be played online through their newly created platform, Capcom Town. The brainchild of a company that has been around since 1979, I.R.M. Corporation, which eventually became Capcom, has a rich history in the gaming industry. The name "Capcom" is a shortened form of "Capsule Computers," which was their term for the arcade machines they produced. In the late 80s, the company began expanding into the home console video game market and licensing their arcade games for personal computers. Their success hit an all-time high with the release of Street Fighter 2 in 1991, selling over 6.3 million copies on SNES. The first Resident Evil game, designed for PlayStation, was released in 1996 and brought zombies back into popular culture, while also establishing the survival-horror genre.

Capcom commemorated its 40th anniversary by creating Capcom Town, a website dedicated to its rich history. The website features various buildings that represent all of the company's franchises, along with detailed information about merchandise, news, and everything related to Capcom. Additionally, five classic games are available to play in the arcade section, which is easily identified by a red arcade machine located in the top right corner of the screen. Visitors can select from Mega Man, Mega Man 2, Mega Man X, Street Fighter 2, or Final Fight to play. The website and games are also accessible via mobile phone, making it convenient for anyone interested in reliving these classic games. Furthermore, all games are available in both Japanese and English, indicating the tendency for Japanese game titles to be modified for the Western market. Therefore, players need not be perplexed if they come across Rocketman as a title as they are in the right place to play Mega Man.

The museum at Capcom Town offers gamers a plethora of exhibits, including concept art, game footage, and other elements showcasing the company's major franchises. In addition to these attractions, visitors have the opportunity to vote on new exhibits to be featured in the museum or participate in game-related trivia for the chance to earn special rewards.