Whoa, feels like forever since we did one of these. Fear not! For on this special occasion, we’ll be highlighting two classic compilations of both popular and obscure arcade/console titles for the PSP. Nothing quite says “I Wuv You” like playing a bunch of old games, some of which you’ve probably never even heard of, and being able to whip them out wherever on the go. Of course, the PSP is no stranger to compilations of this nature (See: Gradius Collection, Metal Slug Anthology, Namco Museum Collection), but what makes Capcom’s Classics Collections packages especially groovy is the deluxe offering of more than a dozen notable ports and a bevy of extra unlockables, such as artwork, music and all the unlimited continues you can possibly stomach. And thanks to the recent partnership forged by Milestone Interactive, both Remixed and Reloaded editions are readily available in today’s Indian retailers at the asking price of Rs. 1499 each.

Hit the jump for a complete listing of what games are included, as well as some personal bantering.

Conversely, you may notice some flickering issues and load times, but these problems are to be expected given the PSP’s limitations. All games feature wireless multiplayer ad-hoc support, while a select few games also come with single-disc sharing options (Mercs, for example). There’s even a way to upload your high scores via infrastructure mode, which I’m sure will be wonderful news for die-hard arcade purists. You can even alter the screen size to accommodate a vertical view for your shoot em’ up needs.

Now that that’s out of the way, let’s cut to the chase: both collections are very nicely done, so if you ever find yourself at odds on which version you should pick up, don’t. Your experience won’t deter from owning only one of these precious compilations, but if you can find it in your heart (and your wallet) to do so: grab each of them up. Aside from that, there are some nagging issues. Firstly, both packages were published and sold outside of India for more than two years ago. While it may sound like an oxymoron to call a compilation title “old”, I can’t help but wonder if Milestone could’ve lowered the price of admission to a sweet Rs. 999. Maybe then, less people would hesitate on which edition they’d like to own and end up picking both! Heck, I know I would.

My other issue is the choice of included games. While its fantastic to see newer gamers introduced to the likes of Bionic Commando, Commando, and the 1940s series (especially when you consider their next-gen HD makeovers are just floating around the corner), I have to question Capcom’s decision to include not one but three versions of the original Street Fighter II. Granted, it’s a timeless classic, but I’m willing to bet more than enough people in India have played it and wouldn’t need to see what the big deal was behind Champion Edition and Hyper Fighting. Would it not have been wiser to do what was done with the console edition and simply add Super Street Fighter II Turbo on there? The mind boggles.

Aside from that, you’d be doing yourself a geeky disservice in not considering in obtaining at least one of these compilations. Thanks to Hardcore Gaming 101 for the above arcade game images, be sure to check out the site’s Capcom Beat-em-ups page for more information on certain titles.

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