5 Marvel Mobile Games That Capture the Magic of the MCU
Heading to the theater to see the latest entry in the Marvel Cinematic Universe has become a recurring ritual for superhero fans. This week, the twenty-eighth film in Marvel’s neverending saga arrives, and it’s the first to come out in 2022: Dr. Strange in the Multiverse of Magic.
We’ve been shaking with anticipation to see what the magic-wielding duo of Dr. Strange and Scarlet Witch get up to in their latest adventure, and that led us down a path of checking out the best Marvel mobile game offerings.
If you just can’t get enough of the MCU on the big screen, these smaller-screen games might be worth spending some time with.
Marvel Future Revolution is an epic game in size and scale. This MMORPG took about 7GB of space on my phone and nearly an hour to download. Developer Netmarble Monster has sought to remedy the long wait by incorporating a minigame designed to distract players as they wait for the latest patch to download. But from the moment Star-Lord appeared on my screen, I was committed to saving the galaxy.
The opening cinematic in Marvel Future Revolution is absolutely astounding. This game really ups the ante on what mobile devices are capable of. I couldn't help drawing a comparison to console games— the experience feels shockingly close to playing on a PlayStation.
Marvel Future Revolution offers a vast open world. Though I started in New Stark City, a technological metropolis where I was battling renegade Ultron bots and evil A.I.M agents, the game eventually expands to multiple locations such as Xandearth, the Hydra Empire, and Midgardia. Part of the appeal of any RPG for me is the fact that I can explore new landscapes. Marvel Future Revolution delivers on this promise by offering different areas with distinct characteristics.
Fans of Marvel are going to be happy with this title. For a mobile game, Marvel Future Revolution really raises the bar for MMORPGs. Although the selectable cast of characters isn't varied enough at the start and the missions got repetitive, I was happy seeing some of my favorite heroes and villains make an appearance regardless. Combined with in-game events and an impressive story, this will satisfy true believers of all generations.
SCORE: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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• Marvel Puzzle Quest | @Kef
Marvel Puzzle Quest is one of those rare games where its utter success can be easily conveyed in numbers alone. For example, there’s the number eight-and-a-half. As in eight-and-a-half years, the amount of time this game has been out in the wild, and it’s still receiving regular updates. That’s got to put Marvel Puzzle Quest in the running for longest supported mobile game of all time, right behind Candy Crush.
Need something a little bigger? Let’s go with 264. That’s the total number of playable heroes and villains available in Marvel Puzzle Quest. It’s an astounding range of characters, covering the obvious film stars (Spider-Man, Iron Man, Hulk, and Captain America all have multiple iterations available) as well as some of the most obscure and interesting characters from the depths of Marvel Comics, such as the monster hunter Elsa Bloodstone or the Inhuman teleporting bulldog Lockjaw. If there’s a Marvel character you’re fond of, there’s a good chance Marvel Puzzle Quest either already has them or will add them eventually.
One last number, and it’s maybe the most important of the bunch: zero. As in zero dollars and zero cents, the amount of money it costs to download Marvel Puzzle Quest and play it and enjoy it. Don’t get me wrong, there’s obviously plenty of in-app purchases, and you could easily blow hundreds of dollars in one go if you really want to push yourself into the upper echelons of competitiveness as quickly as possible. But there’s also no real reason to do so, and no pressure from the game itself. You absolutely can get a ton out of this game without having to pay anything in.
SCORE: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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• Marvel Strike Force: Squad RPG | @Jay Hunter
Marvel Strike Force: Squad RPG is a free-to-play, turn-based RPG centered around gacha rolling for characters or playing to collect them much more slowly. The entire gameplay is to collect characters, match compositions, and assemble a five-man squad to combat your enemies across the Marvel universe.
If you’ve played a game with gacha rolling mechanics before, then you no doubt completely understand how frustrating it is to not get the characters you badly need. Marvel Strike Force is no different in that regard. The number of tokens I received through stages and other achievements simply wasn’t enough. It would take me hours of playing to just get my first actual hero besides the ones provided at the start of the campaign to join my squad, which wasn’t fun at all.
Marvel Strike Force really didn't live up to my expectations for a free-to-play title. Some elements impressed me, like each character having their own abilities, sound effects, and display art or customizable skins. The game also boasts a massive roster of tons of characters from the Marvel universe, and some of the activities are enjoyable enough. But my motivation to play was devastated by the realization that I'd have to pay money just to get somewhere in the near future.
Marvel Strike Force purposefully places a more significant emphasis on paying to collect characters than on actually playing the game. Because of the large gap between experienced players and beginners, climbing to a decent progress level could easily take months. My interest was almost immediately drained when I saw how slow and excruciating the climb towards being strong enough to "enjoy the game" would be. I’ve enjoyed plenty of games that focus on gacha rolling in my time, but Marvel Strike Force is definitely best left to devoted enthusiasts that enjoy that struggle to the top.
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• MARVEL Super War | @HopFrog
● A typical MOBA Game with a Marvel element. It's good for Marvel fans.
● Lacking innovation, since NetEase Games has already developed several very similar games, such as Onmyoji Arena, and Extraordinary Ones.
Not much to say, for those who like playing MOBA and also love the Marvel superheroes
, Super War is a great choice. Captain America, Spider-Man, Iron Man, Hulk—, every superhero that matters is here and ready to battle in Super War.
Although the game has quite high production value, there’s nothing new there. I’ve played the same type of game from NetEase Games before. Onmyoji Arena, and Extraordinary Ones. both use the same mechanics, and the only difference is the characters. It makes me wonder if they use the same template and just change the assets.
SCORE: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
167762• MARVEL Future Fight | @WittyChico
Marvel Future Fight is an action-RPG featuring Superheroes and Villains from the Marvel Universe.
This game follows its own unique story, rather than one from the comics or movies. Our Marvel characters investigate a huge anomaly in the universe. They discover alternate, evil versions of themselves that they must fight. Players must assemble their own teams to defeat the enemies by unleashing their powerful skills and completing various exciting missions.
Pros
+ Over two hundred characters from Marvel Universe
+ Original story
+ The graphics are exquisite
Cons
- Free-to-play, but not very friendly
- Repetitive combat experience
SCORE: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
229What's your favorite MARVEL game on mobile? Let us know in the comment! And we'd love to hear your thoughts on Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, too! (NO SPOILERS 🤫)
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