MARVEL Cosmic Invasion Brings Arcade Brawler Action to Consoles and PC in 2025
Dotemu and Tribute Games Unleash a Superhero Dream Team in New Co-op Beat ‘em Up
If you loved Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder’s Revenge, brace yourself—Dotemu and Tribute Games are back with an even bigger, bolder, and more heroic adventure. MARVEL Cosmic Invasion is the ultimate love letter to arcade beat ‘em ups, assembling an all-star cast of Marvel legends for some classic, side-scrolling brawling. Announced during Nintendo Direct, this upcoming title is set to redefine the genre when it launches in 2025 for PC, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4 & 5, and Xbox.
A Heroic Roster Ready for Battle
The reveal trailer showcases an electrifying roster of fan-favorite heroes: Captain America, Wolverine, Spider-Man, Storm, Phyla-Vell, Venom, and Nova. The game’s stunning hand-drawn animation pays homage to classic 90s-era MARVEL comic books, capturing the bold colors and action-packed aesthetic that defined the golden age of superhero storytelling.
The threat? None other than the immortal Super Villain Annihilus, who has unleashed the terrifying Annihilation Wave across the galaxy. Players will battle through legendary locations, from the bustling streets of New York City to the depths of the Negative Zone, in a desperate fight to stop him from consuming all life.
Tag-Team Fighting Like Never Before
What sets MARVEL Cosmic Invasion apart is the innovative Cosmic Swap system, which allows players to tag between two selected heroes mid-fight. This mechanic creates endless possibilities for devastating combos and unique team-ups, letting players mix and match superpowers to suit their playstyle. Whether you're unleashing Storm’s lightning strikes before swapping to Venom for brutal melee attacks, or pairing Spider-Man’s agility with Captain America’s precision, the gameplay is set to deliver an exhilarating experience.
Classic Beat ‘em Up Action with a Modern Touch
Much like Shredder’s Revenge, MARVEL Cosmic Invasion modernizes the timeless beat ‘em up formula with fluid combat, gorgeous pixel art, and a thrilling cooperative experience. The game supports four-player drop-in/drop-out co-op, both online and locally, with full crossplay, ensuring that friends can team up seamlessly across platforms. Tribute Games has also included a variety of accessibility features so that everyone can jump in and start brawling.
“MARVEL Cosmic Invasion celebrates a universe that has enthralled our team since childhood,” said Cyrille Imbert, CEO of Dotemu. “After seeing Tribute Games’ passion and dedication with Shredder’s Revenge, we knew they were the perfect partners to bring a modern MARVEL arcade brawler to life.”
Tribute Games CEO Jean-François Major added: “We’re honored to work on MARVEL Cosmic Invasion. This game allows us to pay tribute to both the MARVEL Universe and the classic arcade beat ‘em ups that shaped our love for gaming. Every pixel in this game is crafted with care and passion, and we can’t wait for players to experience it.”
A New Gold Standard for Superhero Brawlers
With Shredder’s Revenge setting the bar sky-high, expectations for MARVEL Cosmic Invasion are through the roof. Dotemu and Tribute Games have already proven they can capture the magic of classic arcade brawlers, and with MARVEL's rich universe at their disposal, this could be their biggest hit yet.
Get ready for the ultimate Marvel beat ‘em up when MARVEL Cosmic Invasion launches in 2025. Until then, wishlist the game on Steam, check out the reveal trailer here: https://youtu.be/19_uUhZsjsg, Wishlist on steam here: https://store.steampowered.
Excelsior!
Stay tuned for more details as we inch closer to launch!
