Questions about Marvel vs. Capcom: Infinite

Short answers, pulled from the story.

How many copies did Marvel vs. Capcom: Infinite sell by the end of December 2017?

Marvel vs. Capcom: Infinite sold only one million copies by the end of December 2017. This sales figure missed Capcom's target of two million units by half.

What new mechanic replaced the traditional third character slot in Marvel vs. Capcom: Infinite?

The Infinity Stones mechanic replaced the traditional third character slot found in previous entries. Players selected one of six stones before a match to grant unique abilities known as Infinity Surges.

Who wrote the story mode script for Marvel vs. Capcom: Infinite?

Paul Gardner penned the script for the story mode with oversight from Bill Rosemann. This two-hour cinematic campaign marked the first time the series focused heavily on storytelling.

Why were X-Men and Fantastic Four characters omitted from the Marvel vs. Capcom: Infinite roster?

The omission of characters from the X-Men and Fantastic Four franchises was likely due to an ongoing legal dispute between The Walt Disney Company, Marvel Studios, and 20th Century Fox over film rights. This exclusion led to accusations of a lack of diversity and innovation in the roster.

When was the Marvel vs. Capcom: Infinite & Beyond mod released to the public?

The modding community released the Marvel vs. Capcom: Infinite & Beyond mod online for free in December 2024. This project began in May 2024 and took eight months to develop.

How many copies has Marvel vs. Capcom: Infinite sold as of March 2025?

As of March 2025, Marvel vs. Capcom: Infinite has sold 2.4 million copies in overall sales. This figure represents a recovery from the initial commercial failure that occurred in 2017.