It’s usually a risk to indulge in video games that stress upon a theme more than the gameplay mechanics. And yet, it’s also very difficult to pass up on the superhero genre, seeing as these titles appeal to the inner fanboy and also due to the entertainment factor involved.
With The Avengers video game about to be released to cash in on this goodwill, fans should check out what’s available already. The best ones would be those that have similar elements to The Avengers game and the series style. Some of these are even the best superhero games ever made, but you’ll want to check out all 10 of these anyway.
10 Marvel's Spider-Man (2018)
An open-world feature that also holds up where the superhero aspect is concerned, Spider-Man brings in one of the best characters in the past decade on the PS4. The game never lets the storyline take a backseat, which allows for the gamer to stay invested.
The combat mechanics might be simplistic for some, but that’s a deliberate choice since the game is meant to be easy to handle and showcase Spider-Man’s powers. The presence of several villains of varying powers is what amps up the ambitious feel of the title.
9 Batman: Arkham Asylum (2009)
After the initially planned game of this superhero was cancelled, Batman: Arkham Asylum was developed and succeeded in knocking it out of the park. The game is as cinematic as it is entrenched in gameplay quality, being a dark representation of the Batman series.
It was probably the first superhero game to genuinely be an incredible title to play, and remains the one you should pick up when the idea of indulging in the superhero genre comes up.
8 X-Men: The Official Game (2006)
Those wanting to gain some Avengers-style experience should take a shot at this one. The game places you in the shoes of three protagonists in Wolverine, Iceman, and Nightcrawler, each having their individual powers.
The storyline is a thing of its own, bridging the gap between X2 and X-Men: The Last Stand, making it a can’t-miss entry for fans of the film series. The game combines the usual button-mashing found in film-based video games with specific power bursts that highlight the specific protagonist’s strengths.
7 Marvel Vs. Capcom 3: Fate Of Two Worlds (2011)
While it’s not quite a forgotten fighting video game, Marvel Vs. Capcom 3: Fate Of Two Worlds does deserve more credit than it gets. After all, it combines the rosters of the very best that Marvel and Capcom have to offer.
It’s a dream scenario for those who’ve always wondered how their favorite video game heroes and villains would fare against the Marvel camp. With so many characters to choose from, any Avengers fan will have a blast pitting their preferred superhero against a host of opponents.
6 Marvel: Future Fight (2015)
It’s supremely rare to see a quality game released on mobile platforms, and you’ll be pleasantly surprised that Marvel: Future Fight is universally acclaimed. The title can be accessed by any iOS and Android user, making it perhaps the most open video game you can find on this list.
There are as many 200 characters to choose from, all having their own superhero background and abilities. Not only that, but an entire storyline with Thanos as the villain is available for play. If you’re an Avengers fan, then you need to download this as soon as possible.
5 Infamous (2009)
Always included in lists about the best console exclusives to be found on the PS3, Infamous has earned its place among the top games out there. Seeing as the latest Avengers game will be open-world, you can check out Infamous for a close likeness.
The main character’s lightning-based powers and number of other abilities to be unlocked are reminiscent of superheroes going through their own phase of discovering themselves. With a good-or-bad morality system, there’s probably no better game to let you gauge if you truly are worthy of being a superhero.
4 Spider-Man 2: Enter Electro (2002)
Before The Avengers movie made the team out to be the coolest thing ever, the early Spider-Man games had them featured in their stories. Enter Electro is the better of the two, as players have better control of Spidey and can engage in a fast-paced story that is also guaranteed to make you laugh.
Despite the long time since its release, the game holds up marvelously well due to the presence of gameplay mechanics that require you to be quick on your feet. It also gives you the chance to see your favorite superheroes in a comedic light.
3 Batman Begins (2005)
At one point, Batman Begins was the benchmark for any video game that wanted to be a faithful adaptation of a film. This title completely captures the feel of the story, and it’s as if the player is given the opportunity to become the Caped Crusader himself.
This is what the latest Avengers game is trying to go for, so why not see how it feels beforehand? The game teaches you how to use fear as a weapon, along with throwing in hard action sequences to behold.
2 The Incredible Hulk: Ultimate Destruction (2005)
The Hulk is one of those superheroes whom fans would love to see in a VR game. While that’s not possible at the moment, Ultimate Destruction’s titular destruction is marvelous to play through. Of course, it brings an Avenger to the forefront, so you’ll want to practice what it’s like to be the Big Green Monster.
Although it might sound like easy pickings, the game doesn’t empower you completely, which means you’ll need to be tactical with your plans for destruction. This allows the title to be both satisfying where the hard-hitting points are concerned and be intellectual in places.
1 Injustice: Gods Among Us (2013)
This game’s success has been such that fans speculate which DC character they want to join in sequels. It’s part of the fighting genre, and pulls it off so well that you’ll want to perfect the fighting style of each character available.
Avengers fans generally want a well-written story as well, and the good news here is that Injustice’s plot is such that it’s been used even in films and the comics themselves. While the Justice League might be the Avengers’ counterpart, this game is one you need to check out to see how team-based superhero games can work so well.