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<p><b>New page</b></p><div>[[File:Capcom_logo.svg|thumb|Capcom_logo]] [[file:CAPCOM本社.jpg|right|thumb|CAPCOM本社]] '''Capcom Co., Ltd.''' is a Japanese video game developer and publisher known for creating numerous multi-million-selling game franchises. Founded in 1979, Capcom has established itself as a leading company in the video game industry.<br />
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== History ==<br />
Capcom was originally established as ''Japan Capsule Computers'' in 1979. The company later shortened its name to Capcom. The company initially focused on the manufacture and distribution of electronic game machines. In 1983, Capcom released its first arcade game, ''[[Vulgus]]''. The success of this game led to the development of more arcade titles, including ''[[1942 (video game)|1942]]'' and ''[[Ghosts 'n Goblins]]''.<br />
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== Major Franchises ==<br />
Capcom is renowned for several major video game franchises, including:<br />
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* '''[[Street Fighter]]''' - A series of fighting games that debuted in 1987. The franchise is one of the highest-grossing video game franchises of all time.<br />
* '''[[Resident Evil]]''' - Also known as ''Biohazard'' in Japan, this survival horror series began in 1996 and has since expanded into films, novels, and other media.<br />
* '''[[Mega Man]]''' - Known as ''Rockman'' in Japan, this action-platformer series started in 1987 and has spawned numerous sequels and spin-offs.<br />
* '''[[Monster Hunter]]''' - An action role-playing game series that began in 2004, known for its cooperative multiplayer gameplay.<br />
* '''[[Devil May Cry]]''' - An action-adventure series that started in 2001, known for its stylish combat and challenging gameplay.<br />
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== Business Strategy ==<br />
Capcom has employed various business strategies to maintain its position in the industry. These include:<br />
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* '''[[In-house development]]''' - Capcom develops most of its games internally, allowing for greater control over the quality and direction of its products.<br />
* '''[[Franchise expansion]]''' - Capcom frequently expands its popular franchises into other media, including films, television series, and merchandise.<br />
* '''[[Digital distribution]]''' - Capcom has embraced digital distribution platforms such as [[Steam (service)|Steam]] and [[PlayStation Network]] to reach a broader audience.<br />
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== Notable Games ==<br />
Some of Capcom's most notable games include:<br />
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* ''[[Street Fighter II]]''<br />
* ''[[Resident Evil 4]]''<br />
* ''[[Mega Man X]]''<br />
* ''[[Monster Hunter: World]]''<br />
* ''[[Devil May Cry 5]]''<br />
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== Related Pages ==<br />
* [[List of Capcom games]]<br />
* [[List of best-selling Capcom games]]<br />
* [[List of Capcom franchises]]<br />
* [[Street Fighter]]<br />
* [[Resident Evil]]<br />
* [[Mega Man]]<br />
* [[Monster Hunter]]<br />
* [[Devil May Cry]]<br />
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== See Also ==<br />
* [[List of video game developers]]<br />
* [[List of video game publishers]]<br />
* [[History of video games]]<br />
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== References ==<br />
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== External Links ==<br />
{{Official website|https://www.capcom.com}}<br />
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