Marvel Cosmic Invasion: Epic Arcade-Style Game Unites Heroes Against Annihilus in 2025
March 27, 2025
Developed by Tribute Games, known for their success with 'TMNT: Shredder’s Revenge', this title promises a nostalgic yet fresh experience for fans of retro gaming.
Dotemu and Tribute Games have announced 'Marvel Cosmic Invasion', an arcade-style beat 'em up game set to launch in 2025 on multiple platforms including PS5, Xbox Series, PS4, Xbox One, Switch, and PC.
Inspired by the comic book series that led to the creation of the Guardians of the Galaxy, the game features a storyline where heroes unite against the villain Annihilus and his Annihilation Wave.
Players will battle iconic Marvel villains and bug-like aliens across various locations, including Earth and the galaxy, enhancing the game's cosmic theme.
Cyrille Imbert, CEO of Dotemu, expressed excitement about this collaboration with Marvel and Tribute Games, highlighting it as a lifelong dream to create this title.
Jean-François Major, CEO of Tribute Games, emphasized the team's respect for Marvel and classic arcade games, aiming to infuse care and passion into every aspect of the game.
With 15 playable heroes including Captain America, Spider-Man, and Wolverine, players can engage in battles using a Cosmic Swap tag-team system for tactical gameplay.
The game supports both local and online multiplayer modes, allowing up to four players to join forces, with crossplay capabilities enhancing the cooperative experience.
The game encourages players to experiment with different character combinations and locales, featuring power-ups and rewards that enhance gameplay.
A trailer for the game showcases the various heroes involved in this cosmic battle, highlighting the game's action-packed storyline and dynamic combat system.
Unique team-up attacks will be available when specific combinations of heroes are used, adding depth and replayability to the game.
Retaining an old-school pixel art aesthetic, 'Marvel Cosmic Invasion' utilizes modern graphical engines to enhance gameplay while featuring colorful hand-drawn animations.
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