Get Ready to Brawl Across the Galaxy
If you’re a fan of old-school arcade brawlers, get ready. The dream team of developer Tribute Games and publisher Dotemu, the minds behind the smash hit Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder’s Revenge, have officially announced the release date for their next masterpiece: Marvel Cosmic Invasion. Mark your calendars, because this beautiful, chaotic, pixel-art beat ’em up is dropping on December 1, 2025.
The latest trailer not only locked in the launch date but also unveiled the final two playable characters, completing a massive 15-hero roster. And they are heavy hitters: the cosmically-powered Phoenix and the Invincible Iron Man.
Meet the Full Roster
The addition of Iron Man and Phoenix rounds out an already incredible lineup of heroes drawn from every corner of the Marvel Universe. The game is a love letter to Marvel’s cosmic stories, and the roster reflects that. You’ll be able to play as:
- Beta Ray Bill
- Black Panther
- Captain America
- Cosmic Ghost Rider
- Iron Man
- Nova
- Phoenix
- Phyla-Vell
- Rocket Raccoon
- She-Hulk
- Silver Surfer
- Spider-Man
- Storm
- Venom
- Wolverine
The story pits these heroes against the villainous Annihilus and his all-consuming Annihilation Wave. Your mission is to brawl your way from the streets of New York City to the depths of the Negative Zone to stop him.
Tag-Team Brawling and Co-op Chaos
Marvel Cosmic Invasion isn’t just a simple button-masher. Its standout feature is the “Cosmic Swap” tag-team system. At the start of each level, you choose two heroes. You can then swap between them instantly mid-fight, opening the door for insane combos. Start a juggle with Spider-Man, then tag in Venom to finish the job. This system encourages creative team-ups and adds a strategic layer to the action.
Better yet, you can do it with friends. The game supports up to four-player cooperative play, both locally and online, complete with drop-in/drop-out functionality and full crossplay support. That means no matter what platform your friends are on-PC, PlayStation, Xbox, or Nintendo Switch-you can assemble your team and take on the Annihilation Wave together.
FAQs
What is Marvel Cosmic Invasion?
It’s a side-scrolling beat ’em up game with a retro pixel-art style, developed by Tribute Games and published by Dotemu, the same team that made Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder’s Revenge.
When is the release date?
The game launches on December 1, 2025.
What platforms will it be on?
It will be available on PC (via Steam), PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch, and Nintendo Switch 2.
How many playable characters are there?
There are 15 playable heroes in the launch roster, including characters like Spider-Man, Wolverine, Captain America, Phoenix, and Iron Man.
Does the game have multiplayer?
Yes, it supports up to four players in both local and online co-op. It also features crossplay, allowing friends to play together across different platforms.
What is the main gameplay mechanic?
The game features a “Cosmic Swap” tag-team system where each player selects two heroes and can switch between them at any time during combat to create powerful combos.
Conclusion
With its gorgeous pixel art, massive roster of beloved heroes, and innovative tag-team gameplay, Marvel Cosmic Invasion is shaping up to be another home run for Tribute Games and Dotemu. They captured lightning in a bottle with Shredder’s Revenge, and it looks like they’re about to do it again with the Marvel Universe. The combination of classic arcade action and modern gameplay features like crossplay co-op makes this a day-one purchase for any fan of beat ’em ups or Marvel comics. Get ready to assemble your team and save the universe this December.