The Z80 Based is one of the first systems created by Capcom (CAPsule COMputer) in 1984 (Capcom will also create games with specific hardware that year). It's the beginning of a long story. This is the beginning and evolution of arcade systems that will bring Capcom to a certain climax in video games: the CPS2.

As its name suggests, it is based on the microprocessor created in 1976 Zilog Z80. On this system, the Zilog Z80 will serve as a central processor as audio processor (added to variable audio chips). This time will leave famous titles like Vulgus or 1942 which will see even its continuation or this type of game to perpetuate