Marvel Cosmic Invasion game announced, to release on all major platforms

Fans of classic arcade brawlers have a new title to look forward to with Marvel Cosmic Invasion dropping soon. The game was announced during the Nintendo March 2025 Direct on Thursday, March 27. Developed by Tribute Games and published by Dotemu, it presents Marvel’s iconic superheroes in a retro beat ‘em up and is reminiscent of the ‘90s arcade classics.

The game is set for release on PC, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4 & 5, and Xbox later this year. It features hand-drawn animation inspired by Marvel’s 1990s comic book art style.

According to Gamesrader, players can expect fast-paced action with a roster that includes superheroes like Wolverine, Captain America, Spider-Man, Storm, Venom, Phyla-Vell, and Nova.

Battle against Annihilus and the Annihilation Wave

The game’s story pits the heroes of the Earth against the cosmic villain Annihilus who has launched an attack across the galaxy. Players will have to fight their way from New York City to the depths of the Negative Zone to stop the reign of destruction, IGN reported.

A key gameplay mechanic is the Cosmic Swap system. This apparently allows the players to control two characters at once and switch between them mid-battle. The feature also enhances combat strategy by enabling unique team-ups and special attacks.

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Multiplayer, crossplay and accessibility features

As per reports, the game supports four-player drop-in/ drop-out local and online co-op, crossplay across platforms, and accessibility features to ensure a wider audience can enjoy the experience.

Dotemu’s CEO Cyrille Imbert, speaking about the game, said that Marvel Cosmic Invasion was a lifetime in the making. He highlighted that the team has a deep connection with Marvel and classic arcade games.

Meanwhile, the CEO of Tribute Games, Jean-François Major, stated that the project is an homage to both—the iconic Marvel characters and the arcade games—which shaped their love for gaming.

The chief of Marvel Games, Haluk Mentes, said they were privileged to make the games they want to play. He added that the team is a fan of Tribute and Dotemu work, so it was inevitable that they brought them to create the ultimate Marvel beat ‘em game.

While the full roster is yet to be revealed, additional characters could be added via DLC after a model similar to Shredder’s Revenge.

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FAQs

1. What is Marvel Cosmic Invasion?

Marvel Cosmic Invasion is a side-scrolling retro-style beat 'em up game in which players play as Marvel superheroes fighting Annihilus and his Annihilation Wave.

2 . When is Marvel Cosmic Invasion releasing?
The game will become available later this year on PC, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4 & 5, and Xbox.