X-Men - children of the atom (950331 Euro)

X-Men - Children of the Atom is a legendary 2D fighting game developed and published by Capcom in 1994, marking the beginning of the superhero fighting game era. The game is set in Marvel Comics' X-Men universe, where mutants and their foes clash in intense battles.

The gameplay of X-Men - Children of the Atom builds upon Capcom's classic fighting mechanics but incorporates many unique elements. Players control one of the familiar X-Men characters such as Wolverine, Cyclops, Storm, Psylocke, Iceman, Colossus, along with renowned villains like Magneto, Juggernaut, Sentinel, and Spiral. Each character possesses a distinctive move set, including basic attacks, special moves, and especially powerful Hyper Combos that require a Super Meter.

The control system utilizes six buttons (light, medium, heavy for punches and kicks), allowing players to execute complex combos. One of the game's highlights is the ability to perform a Super Jump, enabling characters to leap exceptionally high, opening up aerial attack opportunities and creating impressive Air Combos. The game also introduced the Chain Combo mechanic, where players can smoothly link attacks from light to heavy.

The game's graphics stand out with large, detailed, and sharp character sprites, vibrant visual effects, and elaborately designed stages. X-Men - Children of the Atom is not just a top-tier entertainment title but also a crucial precursor, laying the groundwork for the renowned Marvel vs. Capcom series that followed, shaping the style of fast-paced and high-energy fighting games.