When a beloved classic like Marvel vs Capcom 2 returns in the Marvel vs Capcom Fighting Collection, players expect a flood of nostalgia and intense competition. However, the game’s revival hasn’t gone as smoothly as hoped. Matchmaking glitches have plagued the experience, leading to frustrations that Capcom is scrambling to address. But there’s a far more amusing and unexpected twist to the story: Justin Wong – the legendary fighting game champion – is dominating the competition so thoroughly that players are reportedly refunding the game.
Justin Wong is not just any player. He’s a seven-time EVO champion in Marvel vs Capcom 2, a game where he has honed his skills to perfection. With the launch of the Marvel vs Capcom Fighting Collection, Wong has made it his personal mission to conquer the leaderboards on every platform, from PC to PlayStation to Nintendo. His dedication has paid off – or rather, cost his opponents dearly. By the time of writing, he’s achieved his goal, topping the ranks across the board.
People been saying I have been causing people to refund the game
— Justin Wong (@JWonggg) September 13, 2024
I thought ppl enjoyed playing with me until pic.twitter.com/DQUPiBfJDY
The problem for everyone else is that Wong’s presence on the matchmaking scene has turned what was meant to be a fun stroll down memory lane into a punishing ordeal. Casual players, eager to relive childhood moments or simply unwind after work, are finding themselves pitted against a seasoned fighting game legend. The outcome is almost always the same – complete and utter domination.
While Wong’s overwhelming skill is certainly a factor, it’s only part of the issue. Capcom’s matchmaking system is struggling to match players appropriately, often creating lopsided battles. Despite a healthy player base, as seen on SteamDB, the matchmaking system seems to be approving matches with little regard for player skill levels, just to get people into games. This means bronze-level players are being thrown into the ring with the likes of Justin Wong, an experience that could easily deter casual gamers from sticking around.
As one particularly harsh example, a bronze player found themselves up against Wong, resulting in a quick, painful defeat. Wong, under his online alias “Wazzler,” unleashed devastating combos, including an infamous Iron Man sequence that gave one player enough time to start dinner while waiting for the match to end. “10/10,” that player later joked in a Steam review, illustrating the mix of humor and frustration that has come to characterize this bizarre gaming moment.
Refund Requests and Justin Wong’s Influence
The reaction from the community has been mixed. While some find the experience of facing Wong to be a funny, if humbling, rite of passage, others are less amused. Multiple reports have surfaced of players requesting refunds after being completely overwhelmed by his prowess. In fact, Wong himself even joked about the situation on social media, expressing his surprise at being the reason people were returning the game. “I thought people enjoyed playing with me,” he quipped.
It’s worth noting that the matchmaking issues extend beyond just Justin Wong’s presence. Numerous players have complained about long wait times, with some sitting for hours waiting for a match, only to be thrust into unbalanced fights when they finally do connect. Capcom has issued an apology and is currently investigating the issues, but in the meantime, the community is left navigating this chaotic playing field.
A Good-Natured Response
Despite the frustration, it’s clear that Justin Wong is taking it all in good spirits. He’s embraced the situation, even responding to the many Steam reviews that humorously lament their matches with him. One reviewer described their encounter with Wong: “The Iron Man combo he did to me gave me enough time to go get dinner started for the family. 10/10.” Another review was more bitter, stating: “Imagine getting off work excited to unwind by playing some old childhood classics. Hop online for some good casual fun, and the first opponent you run into is Justin Wong.”
Wong’s ability to dominate Marvel vs Capcom 2 is unquestioned, but it’s his good-natured response to the entire situation that has kept fans entertained even amidst the frustration. His willingness to engage with the community and acknowledge the humor in their plight has kept the mood light – despite the serious issues with matchmaking that Capcom needs to fix.
Capcom’s Response and The Future of the Collection
Capcom has acknowledged the matchmaking issues and has promised to work on a solution, though the timeline for fixes remains unclear. As fans await improvements, the bizarre situation involving Justin Wong has taken center stage. His presence may be skewing the experience for casual players, but in many ways, it highlights a broader issue: matchmaking systems in competitive games need to be refined to ensure a balanced and fair experience for all skill levels.
Whether Capcom can strike the right balance in future updates remains to be seen. For now, though, players can only hope that they won’t have to face the wrath of Justin Wong – unless they want a crash course in Marvel vs Capcom 2’s most brutal combos.
