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So how did Shadow Lady (who's a palette swap Robot Girl version of Chun-Li) came to be?
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- She appears to represent a Chun-Li that was captured and experimented on by Shadaloo in the same manner as Shadow was in Marvel Super Heroes vs. Street Fighter, and was Reforged into a Minion by forcingandbrainwashingherintoaDark ActionRobot Girl. It's also possible that M. Bison may have used the same technology on Shadow Chun-Li that was used to create Cyber-Akuma. This could explain why she retains some of Chun-Li's original moves (in addition to a few original onessuch as shielding herselfin anelectricbarrier, heat-seeking/homingmissilesfromherback,Frickin' Laser Beams and capable of turning herhands into a drill)
- Alternatively, Shadow Lady is a Super Prototype in which Chun-Li was captured and replicated with a Doppelgänger that is a Robot Me of the Interpol officer, and programmed with a few of Chun-Li's original moves alongside with the new moves mentioned earlier.
- Here'a another take on Shadow Lady. This version of her, a Secret Character in the game and a Palette Swap of Chun-Li forcibly turnedintoa roboticminion of M. Bison.Chun-Li died 15 minutes after giving birth to a baby, so it was unclear as to who the father of the child is, as she was dating Ryu and Dan Hibiki at the same time. It's later revealed that she wasn't properly buried as her body was stolen. In reality, her corpse was picked up, cyborgized, and experimented on for the sake of turning her into a pawn against Interpol. Fast forward 30 years later, she Came Back Wrong as an ultra high-tech cyborg killing machine developed by Shadaloo. When the task was completed, they turned her into a living weapon, complete with a new name and transformed her into M. Bison's right-hand henchwoman. Before her transformation into Shadow Lady, Chun-Li routinely foiled Shadaloo's plans at every turn, so it's apparent that her cyborgization was done in retaliation for her foiling many of their plans. And unlike Shadow (a cyborgified Charlie Nash), who escaped shortly after being transformed, Shadaloo added a Restraining Bolt to her programming so she remains fully obedient to Shadaloo at all times, essentially becoming a Dark ActionRobot Girl. Since then, Bison, who had been looking for a potential new test subject for creating a prototype super soldier for Shadaloo after Shadow fled, found this in his arch-nemesis Chun-Li. Shadaloo had vastly improved on the conversion process since then, and it was only fitting that the one constant pain in Bison's side be given this 'honor', and hopefully, turn her into their main pawn against Interpol. Chun-Li's corpse is then captured and turned into a cyborg brainwashed and programmed to obey M. Bison at all times; the Shadaloo leader renames her Shadow Lady. But unlike Shadow, who only received a few mechanical upgrades, Shadow Lady was designed to be a complete robot and be enslaved to her programming. After she is rebuilt and automated as a cyborg, the original Shadow Lady design team was on to something, as they decided to preserve Chun-Li's original body (with some body horror thrown in, it IS her actual skin) even though the body prosthesis is complete: no original limbs from her body remain, with the exception of her brain and skin. That's right, Shadow Lady doesn't even have to 'breathe' to function — beneath the skin lies a fusion of circuits and human flesh. Designed to be the ultimate anti-Interpol weapon, she was sent out by the heinous Shadaloo leader to gather information on her former allies so they too could be turned into mindless cyborgs like Chun-Li and Charlie Nash were. It's unknown how much of Shadow Lady's body is organic and how much is mechanical, but it's speculated that most of her body, apart from her brain is full of servos, wires, circuit boards and motors. It's possible that M. Bison may have used the same technology on her that was used to create Cyber-Akuma. Even her iconic Odango Hair are now Robot Antennae, as it's speculated that she is receiving orders from Shadaloo and that she is being controlled via remote control; and being a brainwashed Cyborg, it's highly possible that she speaks in Machine Monotone, Robo Speak and destruction, all with an Computer Voice. And given that she no longer breathes, her face is given a breathing apparatus, making her a female Darth Vader Clone, so expect her voice to either sound metallic or machine-like as well if possible, which is tied to the mask; she's also gone from Raven Hair, Ivory Skin to being an eerie pale-skinned snowy-hairedRobot Girl. Shadow Lady's robotic systems include an internal sensor suite, a built-in satellite modem, internal hard-drivestorage, holographicprojectors, a medical scanner, a bio-tagging and tracking system, a built-in auto-targeting system that allows her to fire missiles from her back, targetingscanners, and anti-gravity systems permitting flight, a built-in Interdimensional Travel Device as well as threat analysis and counter-measure programs. As Shadow Lady, her formerly cheerful personality was obliterated, her body's physiology altered so it experienced no emotion apart from being an soulless and emotionless killing machine and serving as M. Bison's right-hand; and in essence, she is essentially a completely different person inhabiting her body and mind, and serves as nothing but a weapon against Interpol — she has all the moves, the beauty and the sexyness of Chun-Li, but she is now Shadow Lady, so she's only following the orders of M. Bison, making her more of an Emotionless Girl who's only programmed to follow orders, thus making her more machine than human. Her long, silky brunette hair and clear eyes, combined with a fit and healthy looking figure, gave her the appearance of a beautiful human woman in her early twenties. Her voice was cool and even, with no discernible accent, albeit more metallic because of the breathing apparatus installed. Shadow Lady's lungs breathed air and her heart pumped blood, although, like all her organs, they were entirely synthetic, consisting of bio-fibers. Her bone structure was constructed of high-strength, polymer-covered alloys, and thousands of micro-gyros embedded in her joints gave her a perfect sense of balance. Both her bones and organs appeared entirely human when scanned, as did her flawless white skin. The skin was the only truly organic part of Shadow Lady's body, cloned from genuine human skin specifically for her. Her muscles, however, would not fool scanners—in order for them to provide her with greater strength, they were made of a material that scanned as an unknown tissue. One of the few ways that she could be seen to differ from humans was that her body temperature was ten percent cooler than was considered normal, cold enough to kill a human. Her processor was extensively modified by Shadaloo scientists, their biggest contribution to her development, to allow her to keep track of all the duties Bison would require of her. Positronic Human behavioral programs allowed her to act human — she could eat, drink and perform any other function needed to pass for a normal woman. She was also capable of emulating all of the 'more intimate' functions of a human woman, and Bison occasionally made use of her abilities in that regard. The processor was also loaded with pre-programmed tactical assessment data, combat, espionage and assassination techniques. Shadow Lady's processor is so sophisticated compared to Shadow's. Shadow Lady's eyes hid advanced sensors, providing her with infrared, low-light and telescopic vision, while her locked-access memory recorded input from her sensors, including audio recording. She also had an integrated, encrypted and embedded comlink for secure communications - in essence, Shadow Lady was now programmed to be an assassin-droid. She also had the ability to record any visual or auditory sensor data she encountered and a vocabulator capable of translating thousands of languages. Upon completion, her programming was complemented by extensive exercise to tone her muscles and combat training to ensure that she had all the skills required, including the use of a variety of weapons, though she would rarely need to use them. With her training complete, Shadow Lady's speed, combat skills and stealth capabilities made her the ideal assassin for Shadaloo. In a short period of time, this what-if version of Chun-Li goes from a strong-willed woman to a completely submissive gynoid working for one of the most notorious gaming bosses. What's sad to see that if her child (who may have been grown up by now) decides to fight her, they don't know that their mother has been revived as a brainwashed, mechanized, cyborgized and roboticized machine. Also, neither Ryu nor Dan are aware that their former date has been revived as a BrainwashedRobot Girl. All in all, while Chun-Li is back again, she's now more of an Empty Shell, with no record of her old memories as they've been overridden with pre-programmed directives ordering her to be an emotionless and ruthlessRobotic Psychopath and assassin for Shadaloo, essentially condemning her to a Fate Worse than Death via Death of Personality, Loss of Identity and Cybernetics Eat Your Soul. Even if her allies ever managed to revive her, she would have to deal with theguilt of being a tool for Shadaloo, not to mention the fact that being a minion for Shadaloo wouldn't magically go away overnight should she become a good person again. Aside from retaining a few moves from her non-cyborgified variant, she has built-in high tech weaponry, and all of this arsenal is built-in to her robotic body, like the T-X from the Terminator series; this also showcases her brainwashed and robotic nature. Shadow Lady shoots homing/heat-seeking missiles from her back, thrusts forward with a drill, encases herself in a electric barrier (that also deflects attacks and stuns opponents), miniaturized Vernier thrusters in her feet that enable her to jump much higher (and allow her to kick more rapidly, and possibly, serve as Rocket Boots) and fires a large beam (Big Bang Laser) from her palms. It's also been implied that deep down, the old Chun-Li is still there on some level, and is at least partially aware of what she has done. In her ending however, she manages to overcome Shadaloo's brainwashing,regain her original memories as Chun-Li, and join forces with Shadow in taking down Shadaloo. Despite this, she retains her robotic parts even after the brainwashing broke.
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Marvel vs. Capcom Origins | |
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Developer(s) | Iron Galaxy Studios |
Publisher(s) | Capcom |
Producer(s) | Derek Neal |
Series | Marvel vs. Capcom |
Platform(s) | PlayStation 3 Xbox 360 |
Release | PlayStation Network
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Genre(s) | Fighting |
Mode(s) | Single-player, Multiplayer |
Marvel vs. Capcom Origins is a crossover fighting video game developed by Iron Galaxy Studios and published by Capcom. It is a compilation of Marvel Super Heroes and Marvel vs. Capcom: Clash of Super Heroes. The dual pack was released through the PlayStation Network and Xbox Live Arcade in September and October 2012, respectively.
The game, which was developed using Marvel Super Heroes' and Clash of Super Heroes' arcade ROMs, aimed to maintain the integrity of their original releases. As such, no changes were made to gameplay mechanics or character balance. Origins introduces high-definition visuals with multiple options for filters and viewing angles. It implements GGPO-enhanced online multiplayer with player lobbies, spectating, and replay saving. It also incorporates a challenge system which awards points used to unlock concept art, secret characters, and other content.
Origins was met with mixed to positive reviews upon release. Critics praised the game for remaining faithful to the arcade versions and its additional features, but criticized it for its outdated gameplay and unbalanced rosters. In December 2014, the game was removed from its online platforms after Capcom's licensing contracts with Marvel Comics expired.
Gameplay[edit]
Marvel vs. Capcom Origins is a compilation game which includes two 1990s Capcom titles, Marvel Super Heroes (1995) and Marvel vs. Capcom: Clash of Super Heroes (1998), whose gameplay remain identical to their arcade releases.[1][2]Origins retains each game's original single-player game modes and introduces online multiplayer.[3] The online infrastructure utilizes GGPO, a networking library designed to minimize input lag.[4] In addition to ranked and player matches, the online mode adds eight-player lobbies, spectator mode, and replay saving.[5] The matchmaking system allows players to adjust certain settings to narrow down search results, such as establishing ping thresholds and regional preferences.[3]
Origins features high-definition visuals with multiple options available for filters, frames, and scan lines.[6] Players can play both games in their original states or apply filters to smooth the graphics and character sprites.[7] The screen ratio can be adjusted to the standard-definition 4:3 aspect ratio or stretched for high-definition televisions.[7] It also offers different viewing angles for gameplay, such as an 'over the shoulder' view.[7] Lastly, Origins includes an in-game challenge system.[8] These challenges, which can range from throwing a certain number of projectiles to winning online matches, reward points upon completion that can be used to unlock bonus content from the 'Vault', including concept art, short films, and secret characters.[3]
Development and release[edit]
Marvel vs. Capcom Origins was announced by Capcom on July 5, 2012.[9] The game was developed by Iron Galaxy Studios, who had previously worked with Capcom on Street Fighter III: 3rd Strike Online Edition.[3] A playable demo of the game was present during the Evolution Championship Series from July 6–8, 2012, and San Diego Comic-Con International from July 12–15, 2012.[10] According to Producer Derek Neal, Iron Galaxy Studios used the original arcade ROMs from Marvel Super Heroes and Marvel vs. Capcom: Clash of Super Heroes to create the game.[2] The balance of the characters was deliberately left unchanged in order to remain faithful to the arcade versions.[2]Origins was built upon a similar framework to Street Fighter III: 3rd Strike Online Edition, which had also included online play using GGPO, upgraded graphics, visual filters, and dynamic challenges.[11] During an interview at San Diego Comic-Con, Neal stated that Capcom had made several improvements to the online capabilities of their games since the release of 3rd Strike Online Edition in 2011 after taking fan feedback into consideration, focusing on the new options to filter matches by ping and region of play.[2][12]
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Marvel vs. Capcom Origins was released in North America and Europe on September 25 and 26, 2012.[13][14] The European PlayStation 3 version was originally scheduled to be released alongside its Xbox 360 counterpart; however, an unspecified error delayed its release until October 10, 2012.[15] Following the expiration of their licensing contracts with Marvel Comics, Capcom announced in an employee blog, released on December 15, 2014, that Marvel vs. Capcom Origins would be delisted from online stores.[16] The game was available on the PlayStation Network for the United States and Europe up until December 23, 2014, and on Xbox Live Arcade globally until December 31, 2014.[17] Its removal came shortly after the recent sweep of digital Marvel-related titles during late 2013, including Marvel vs. Capcom 2: New Age of Heroes, Marvel vs. Capcom 3: Fate of Two Worlds, and Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3.[18][19]
Reception[edit]
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Marvel vs. Capcom Origins received mixed to positive reviews from critics upon release, with aggregate review websites GameRankings and Metacritic assigning scores of 72%[20] and 72/100[22] for the PlayStation 3 version and 80%[21] and 78/100[23] for the Xbox 360 version, respectively. The game received praise for its preservation of the original arcade releases' integrity, additions of online multiplayer and challenges, and variety of unlockable content. On the other hand, it received criticism for its unbalanced character rosters and outdated gameplay mechanics. Ray Carsillo of Electronic Gaming Monthly awarded Origins a 9/10, stating the game 'does a fine job of staying true to the originals, while the addition of dynamic challenges provide a new layer of addictiveness that helps to overshadow how much these games have aged in the past two decades.'[24]
Taylor Cocke of IGN rated the title 8.2/10, concluding that 'neither title is perfect due to some blatantly unbalanced characters, but as a walk down memory lane, this package is hard to beat.'[3]Official U.S. PlayStation Magazine gave the game a score of 7/10, saying the 'minimal-frills two-pack is definitely entertaining while it lasts.'[25] Heidi Kemps of Official Xbox Magazine came to a verdict of 6.5/10, praising the visual presentation and accurate reproduction of the coin-operated originals, while criticizing clunky mechanics.[26]Official PlayStation Magazine Australia labeled Marvel vs. Capcom Origins 'a bland and unexciting update of a couple of classics that have long been superseded,' rating the game 5/10.[25]
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- ^ abcdMcGee, Maxwell; Neal, Derek (July 7, 2012). Marvel Vs. Capcom Developer Interview - EVO 2012. GameSpot. Retrieved January 29, 2016.
- ^ abcdefCocke, Taylor (September 26, 2012). 'MARVEL VS. CAPCOM ORIGINS REVIEW'. IGN. Retrieved December 6, 2012.
- ^Tach, Dave (July 5, 2012). ''Marvel vs. Capcom Origins' bundles two brawlers in September'. Polygon. Retrieved January 29, 2016.
- ^Corriea, Alexa Ray (August 30, 2012). ''Marvel vs. Capcom Origins' bundle coming this September'. Polygon. Retrieved December 6, 2012.
- ^Mallory, Jordan (October 8, 2012). 'Deja Review: Marvel vs. Capcom Origins'. Engadget. Retrieved January 29, 2016.
- ^ abcCipriano, Jason (October 2, 2012). ''Marvel Vs. Capcom Origins' Review – The Super Heroes Are At It Again'. MTV News. Retrieved January 29, 2016.
- ^Sinclair, Brendan (July 5, 2012). 'Marvel vs. Capcom: Origins hits in September'. GameSpot. Retrieved January 29, 2016.
- ^Zivalich, Nikole (July 5, 2012). 'Marvel Vs. Capcom Origins Announced For XBLA And PSN'. G4. Retrieved December 7, 2012.
- ^Elston, Brett (July 5, 2012). 'Marvel vs Capcom Origins coming to XBLA and PSN in September'. Capcom-Unity. Retrieved December 6, 2012.
- ^Yip, Spencer (December 19, 2014). 'Marvel Vs. Capcom Origins Leaves PSN Next Week, Xbox Live Arcade On Dec. 31'. Siliconera. Retrieved January 29, 2016.
- ^Neal, Derek (July 8, 2012). Marvel vs. Capcom Origins - The Rundown on Marvel vs. Capcom: Origins (Off-Screen) EVO 2012. IGN. Retrieved December 7, 2012.
- ^'Marvel vs. Capcom Origins Release Date Announced'. Marvel. August 30, 2012. Retrieved December 7, 2012.
- ^'Release date for Marvel vs. Capcom: Origins retro double-pack'. Eurogamer. August 30, 2012. Retrieved December 7, 2012.
- ^Neal, Derek (October 9, 2012). 'Marvel Origins is out TOMORROW in Europe!'. Capcom-Unity. Retrieved December 7, 2012.
- ^Yin-Poole, Wesley (December 19, 2014). 'Capcom warns of Marvel vs. Capcom Origins delisting on PSN and XBL'. Eurogamer. Retrieved January 29, 2016.
- ^Martin, Michael (December 18, 2014). 'MARVEL VS. CAPCOM ORIGINS TO BE REMOVED FROM PS3 AND XBOX 360'. IGN. Retrieved January 29, 2016.
- ^Karmali, Luke (January 2, 2014). 'MARVEL TITLES NO LONGER AVAILABLE DIGITALLY'. IGN. Retrieved January 29, 2016.
- ^Hilliard, Kyle (December 17, 2013). '[Update] Digital Versions Of Marvel Vs. Capcom To Disappear From XBL And PSN'. Game Informer. Retrieved January 29, 2016.
- ^ ab'Marvel vs. Capcom Origins for PlayStation 3'. GameRankings. September 25, 2012. Retrieved December 7, 2012.
- ^ ab'Marvel vs. Capcom Origins for Xbox 360'. GameRankings. September 26, 2012. Retrieved December 7, 2012.
- ^ ab'Marvel vs. Capcom Origins for PlayStation 3 Reviews, Ratings, Credits, and More'. Metacritic. September 25, 2012. Retrieved December 7, 2012.
- ^ ab'Marvel vs. Capcom Origins for Xbox 360 Reviews, Ratings, Credits, and More'. Metacritic. September 26, 2012. Retrieved December 7, 2012.
- ^ abCarsillo, Ray (October 19, 2012). 'EGM Review: Marvel vs Capcom Origins'. Electronic Gaming Monthly. Retrieved December 7, 2012.
- ^ abcd'Marvel vs. Capcom Origins Critic Reviews'. Metacritic. September 25, 2012. Retrieved December 7, 2012.
- ^ abKemps, Heidi (October 15, 2012). 'Marvel vs. Capcom: Origins review'. Official Xbox Magazine. Retrieved December 7, 2012.