Arcade-style beat ’em up game MARVEL Cosmic Invasion announced for PS5, Xbox Series, PS4, Xbox One, Switch, and PC

Developer Tribute Games, in collaboration with Publisher Dotemu, has unveiled the upcoming arcade-style brawler game called “MARVEL Cosmic Invasion.” This action-packed title is set to release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, previous generations of both consoles, Nintendo Switch, and PC (via Steam) in the year 2025.

In a press statement, Dotemu CEO Cyrille Imbert expressed that “Marvel Cosmic Invasion” is a dream come true for his team who have been captivated by this universe since their childhood. He added that it’s an immense privilege to work with such an extraordinary roster of characters and marks the beginning of a new chapter in Dotemu’s collaboration with world-renowned entertainment franchises. “Marvel Cosmic Invasion” is the culmination of a lifetime’s worth of anticipation, especially after observing Tribute Games’ dedication to fans and love for iconic characters while developing Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder’s Revenge. Given this shared passion, teaming up with Tribute Games for a contemporary take on arcade-style Marvel action was the obvious decision.

Jean-Francois Major, CEO and co-founder of Tribute Games, stated, “I believe I can speak on behalf of the entire team when I say we are deeply humbled to be working on Marvel Cosmic Invasion. This opportunity lets us pay tribute not just to the iconic Marvel characters, but also to the classic arcade games that sparked our love for gaming. We handle this esteemed license with great reverence, pouring every detail with the attention and enthusiasm it requires. Our aim is to update and advance the genre while preserving what made the originals exceptional. We’re fortunate to have partners like Marvel and Dotemu who appreciate and share our passion. They help bring our vision for this project to life.

Haluk Mentes, head of Marvel Games, expressed that their team feels honored to create games they are passionate about playing. Being avid fans of Tribute and Dotemu’s work, it was only natural for them to collaborate with these creators, resulting in the development of the highly anticipated Marvel Beat ’em Up game, “MARVEL Cosmic Invasion“. The team is thrilled for players to dive into this game!

Here is an overview of the game, via Dotemu:

About

Teaming up once more, Tribute Games and Dotemu, alongside Marvel Games, are joining forces to create a new, invigorating beat ’em up game. The game boasts exciting combat combos and breathtaking pixel art, making it a captivating journey across various planets that serves as an affectionate tribute to the Marvel Universe.

Story

“The cosmos must fall, so that I might live!!”

So swears Annihilus, the living death that walks!

After an unprecedented attack is launched across the galaxy, all life hangs in the balance.

A diverse array of superheroes, including Nova, Spider-Man, Wolverine, Phyla-Vell, Captain America, and many others – some hailing from Earth while others are cosmic in origin – will unite to engage in an epic interstellar battle against the lethal Annihilation Wave.

In the vast expanse from New York City all the way down to the mysterious Negative Zone, the fate of the entire universe will be determined among the cosmos in the epic battle known as MARVEL’s Cosmic Invasion!

Key Features

  • 15 Playable Heroes – Whether you’re an old-school expert or a first-time fan, you’ll find familiar faces and discover new favorites in a captivating roster of characters from across the Marvel Universe!
  • Master the Cosmic Swap Tag-Team System – With the Cosmic Swap tag-team system, choose two heroes for each level and switch between them instantly. Create unique combos and powerful special attacks. Each character’s abilities encourage creative team-ups and a more tactical approach to the action.
  • Amazing Retro Art DirectionMARVEL Cosmic Invasion is a tribute to one of Marvel’s most iconic eras, with stunning full-color pixel art designs.
  • Intuitive, Fun Multiplayer for Everyone – Whether you’re teaming up with friends or family, MARVEL Cosmic Invasion has you covered with local/online play and a drop-in/drop-out adaptive system.

A cosmic battle awaits!

Watch the announcement trailer below. View the first screenshots at the gallery.

Announce Trailer

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2025-03-27 19:46