Marvel vs. Capcom: Infinite is poised to be remembered for its controversial development decisions, particularly the exclusion of iconic X-Men characters from its roster. Recently, a panel hosted by IHeartJustice, featuring Lythero and Zyzx, explored the game’s shortcomings, with notable gamer Maximilian Dood attempting to defend it.

During the discussion, Dood shared his experience at E3 2017, where he passionately advocated for the inclusion of X-Men to Marvel producers. Despite his enthusiasm, the producers redirected the conversation, knowing full well the fan-favorite characters would be missing. Dood expressed his frustration at the corporate interference that heavily influenced the game’s direction.

He pointed out that even years prior, when he inquired about the possibility of X-Men in future installments, he was left without a clear response, simply told to "wait." This lack of clarity and the evident corporate meddling ultimately left fans disappointed and questioning the game’s legacy in the competitive fighting scene.