Swing, soar, punch, and puzzle your way through the greatest caped (and cowled) adventures you can play right now—with a few timeless classics that still hit like a thunderclap.
16) The Wonderful 101: Remastered (2020)
Hideki Kamiya’s cult classic returns with a slick remaster and a premise that still feels like comic-book alchemy: you control a crowd of color-coded heroes who literally unite—forming giant fists, swords, guns, even gliders—to battle kaiju-scale threats. The result is a gleefully maximalist action game that rewards both pattern recognition and audacious improvisation. While its isometric camera and unconventional “unite morphs” can feel prickly at first, the Remastered version cleans up performance, UI, and input clarity, letting the spectacle shine. It’s also refreshingly earnest; underneath the Saturday-morning brightness beats a surprisingly heartfelt tale about duty and sacrifice. If you missed it on Wii U, the 2020 release is the definitive way to play, complete with post-launch goodies and quality-of-life tweaks. Few games capture the feeling of a comic-panel explosion better than this—chaotic, heroic, and proudly weird in all the right ways.
15) X‑Men Origins: Wolverine – Uncaged Edition (2009)
Movie tie-in stigma? Forget it. The Uncaged Edition of Wolverine is a feral, gleefully gory brawler that finally lets Logan be Logan. Raven Software’s take leans into hack‑and‑slash design with a kinetic lunge mechanic, chunky combos, and an on-screen healing factor that visibly knits flesh and bone in real time. It’s a power fantasy that still works, even if the level design is of its era and the narrative traces the film. The Uncaged Edition’s M rating unlocks the cathartic edge the character demands—limbs fly, claws bite, and the camera luxuriates in mayhem. Two console generations later it’s a throwback, but one that remains shockingly playable thanks to its crisp combat feel. If you want an older superhero game that’s aged far better than expected, this is it—and a reminder that the right studio can turn license into lightning.
14) Batman: The Telltale Series (2016)
Telltale flipped the cowl by focusing on Bruce, not just the Bat. This five‑episode, choice‑driven adventure reframes familiar Gotham fixtures through a noir lens: investigations hinge on your deductions, relationships twist under pressure, and decisions reverberate into bruised alliances and escalating chaos. It’s a point‑and‑click framework, yes, but the punch is in the writing and the consequences—especially how your dialogue shapes Selina, Gordon, and a deeply reimagined set of villains. Performance hiccups from the original release have since been patched on most platforms, and the cohesive “season” structure makes it a perfect weekend binge. If your favorite thing about superhero stories is the messy humanity under the mask, Telltale’s first Batman season remains a standout—lean, tense, and willing to let players redefine what kind of Dark Knight they want to be.
13) inFAMOUS Second Son (2014)
A superhero fantasy built for stylish freedom. Second Son drops you into a stylized Seattle as Delsin Rowe, whose ability to absorb powers makes traversal and combat a kinetic playground. Smoke zips up vents, neon streaks across rooftops, and concrete turns you into a living battering ram. Sucker Punch’s karma system is binary, but the real draw is how expressive the toolkit feels: you’re constantly improvising mid‑air, juggling enemies, and painting the sky with particle‑rich effects that still look fantastic. It’s also one of the first PS4 showcases to feel “next‑gen,” from facial capture to city vibes. The story is compact, the powers are punchy, and the vibe—anti‑authoritarian, graffiti‑splashed, swaggering—feels exactly like a comic series you’d binge. For anyone who likes their superheroes less “cape” and more “attitude,” this is still an easy recommendation.
12) Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder’s Revenge (2022)
Cowabunga, indeed. Shredder’s Revenge resurrects the 16‑bit/arcade roots of the Turtles with poppy pixel art, buttery‑smooth brawling, and a soundtrack that slaps. Tribute Games nails the feel: light, heavy, specials, and throws chain together in a way that’s welcoming for casual couch co‑op (up to a full squad) but layered enough to chase S‑ranks. It’s nostalgic without being a museum piece thanks to modern conveniences—online play, character‑specific tech, and DLC that meaningfully extends replay. Bosses pack fun patterns rather than cheap shots, and levels are brisk, colorful, and packed with little nods for fans. If you grew up with Konami’s arcade classics, this is the glow‑up you hoped for; if you didn’t, it’s simply one of the best belt‑scrollers in years, superhero‑branded or otherwise.
11) Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3: The Black Order (2019)
A decade later, the four‑player action‑RPG mash is back—this time a Nintendo Switch exclusive with a deep cut of Marvel heroes and villains. MUA3 blends breezy brawling with light buildcraft: ISO‑8 mods, synergy attacks, and team bonuses let you tune favorite squads for couch co‑op chaos or handheld grinding. The story is classic cosmic calamity—Infinity Stones, Thanos’ cronies—which mostly serves as an excuse to bounce from set piece to set piece and unlock more fan‑favorites. Team Ninja’s combat reads clearly at 30fps handheld, and while visuals won’t melt your Switch, the art direction is consistent and comic‑forward. For families or friends who want a pick‑up‑and‑play superhero smorgasbord with long‑tail unlocks, MUA3 still delivers in 2025.
10) LEGO Marvel Super Heroes (2013)
Still the coziest superhero crowd‑pleaser. LEGO Marvel combines slapstick humor with a sprawling, brickified New York and one of the most generous rosters in any game—perfect for letting younger players (or the young at heart) experiment as Spidey, Stark, or S.H.I.E.L.D. agents without friction. The mechanics are simple, yes, but the puzzles are playful, the character‑specific abilities encourage replay, and TT’s gag‑per‑minute writing remains top‑tier family entertainment. In 2025, it’s also absurdly affordable across platforms and runs well on modest hardware, making it easy to recommend as a starting point for superhero gaming. Whether you chase 100% collectibles or just free‑roam for an hour as a favorite hero, it’s comfort food that hasn’t gone stale.
9) Injustice 2 (2017)
NetherRealm’s DC fighter is both a superb brawler and a generous superhero toybox. The cinematic story mode picks up after the original’s regime‑torn Earth, staging top‑shelf spectacle with surprisingly sharp character beats. Mechanically, it mixes easy entry with deep mastery: cancels, spacing, character traits, and the signature Clash system make for great mind games. Then there’s the Gear System—cosmetic and stat‑tuning drops that keep progression humming without breaking competitive balance in ranked. It remains one of the best “gateway” fighters thanks to excellent tutorials and single‑player content, while the roster reads like a Justice League fever dream. If you want to feel the thump of superhero throwdowns with real fighting‑game bones, Injustice 2 is still the gold standard.
8) Batman: Arkham Knight (2015)
Gotham at midnight has never looked better. Arkham Knight completes Rocksteady’s trilogy with a vast, rain‑slick city, showpiece set pieces, and the controversial but undeniably ambitious Batmobile. While some bristle at tank‑drone sequences, the chase‑and‑combat flow clicks once upgrades arrive, and it pairs nicely with the series’ best‑in‑class predator stealth and rhythmic “freeflow” combat. The story leans operatic, weaving Scarecrow’s fear toxin and a personal reckoning for Bruce into a moody finale worth seeing. Playing it in 2025 means access to all DLC and patches—and if you’re on modern hardware, performance is the best it’s ever been. It’s the least tidy of the trilogy, but also its boldest swing: maximalist, gorgeous, and occasionally exhilarating.
7) Marvel’s Spider‑Man (2018)
Insomniac’s first swing with Spidey set the standard for superhero traversal in the modern era. Web‑swinging isn’t just fast; it’s expressive, lacing momentum, mid‑air tricks, and terrain‑aware zips into a movement system you’ll use for the pure joy of movement. Combat borrows a dance‑like rhythm of dodges, gadgets, and crowd control that rewards style and smarts. The story manages the trick of being both comic‑book big and emotionally grounded, reimagining key villains while giving Peter, MJ, and Miles room to breathe. With the Remastered release on PS5 and PC, this one’s broadly accessible and still a knockout recommendation for anyone discovering superhero games in 2025. Start here and the rest of Insomniac’s “Spider‑verse” sings even louder.
6) Marvel’s Midnight Suns (2022)
Cards, friendships, and demon‑hunting may sound like an odd mix, but Firaxis (of XCOM fame) delivers a tactical RPG that’s quietly one of Marvel’s richest interactive stories. Fights are turn‑based puzzle boxes where positioning, environmental shoves, and deck synergies feel as superheroic as any combo meter. Between missions, the Abbey hub lets you build relationships with Blade, Magik, Spidey, and more—unlocking new abilities and surprisingly heartfelt scenes that deepen the roster beyond quips. The post‑launch DLC added fan‑favorite characters and missions that round out an already dense package. If you want strategic depth rather than button‑mashing, Midnight Suns is a gem you shouldn’t skip.
5) Batman: Arkham Asylum (2009)
The one that changed everything. Arkham Asylum distilled Batman into a rhythm of predator stealth, bone‑crunching counters, gadget‑gated exploration, and a suffocatingly atmospheric setting—all of which still influence action games today. The Metroid‑like flow through the Asylum is tight, and the game’s showcase Scarecrow sequences remain unforgettable. While City would expand the formula, Asylum’s focus and pacing give it a detective‑thriller pulse the sequels sometimes lose. In 2025, it’s easy to revisit via modern platforms and collections, and the core feel of freeflow combat remains timeless. If you’ve never played the one that defined a generation of licensed games, consider this your nudge.
4) Marvel’s Spider‑Man: Miles Morales (2020)
A shorter, sharper Spider‑Man tale that stands proudly on its own. Miles brings unique agility to movement and combat—Venom bio‑electricity and invisibility layer new options onto Insomniac’s silky systems—and the snowy, holiday‑set Harlem gives the game a warm, lived‑in texture. It’s also a rare AAA superhero story that centers community: side quests and character vignettes make Miles’ neighborhood feel like something you’re protecting, not just swinging past. The PS5 version showcased early next‑gen features, but the excellent PC port means more players can experience it at its best in 2025. If you bounced off bloated open worlds lately, Miles’ focused runtime is an asset, not a drawback.
3) Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy (2021)
Surprise: the funniest game on this list is also one of the best‑written. Guardians’ single‑player focus lets Eidos‑Montréal build a confident, character‑first adventure with combat that’s about calling plays as Star‑Lord—stagger foes, set up staggered abilities, and trigger team huddles when it’s clutch time. The banter is relentless but smart, and the story lands with real heart, buoyed by a killer licensed soundtrack and a bespoke score. It’s also decorated: the game won Best Narrative at The Game Awards 2021, a fitting nod to its writing chops. No live‑service hooks, no grindy bloat—just a great campaign with memorable missions and a lovable crew. If you ever wanted an interactive MCU‑adjacent comedy with teeth, this is it.
2) Batman: Arkham City (2011)
Bigger than Asylum without losing its edge, City refines the formula into a masterwork: a dense urban playground, layered side stories, and that endlessly satisfying combat loop. The pacing is stellar—major villain arcs dovetail into a finale that still stings—and the optional encounters (Riddler trophies, political prisoners, side villains) reward curiosity without busywork fatigue. Even in 2025, it remains a critical high‑water mark for superhero games—routinely topping “best of” lists and sitting among the most acclaimed titles on Metacritic. If you’re picking just one Arkham to replay, make it City. It’s Batman at full prowl: brutal, brilliant, and endlessly replayable.
1) Marvel’s Spider‑Man 2 (2023)
The apex of modern superhero action. Spider‑Man 2 harmonizes two playable heroes—Peter and Miles—into a sweeping, emotionally resonant adventure with the best traversal in the genre. Web‑wings amplify speed and flow, combat adds symbiote fury and new gadgets, and set pieces soar without sacrificing neighborhood‑level storytelling. It’s also the series’ biggest technical glow‑up, with brilliant accessibility features and superb performance—and as of 2025, it’s on PC as well as PS5, making it easier than ever to play. Sales milestones back up the acclaim: at launch, it became PlayStation Studios’ fastest‑selling title, moving 2.5 million copies in its first 24 hours. Whether you’re here for Venom, the photo mode, or just to zen‑out swinging across Manhattan, this is the one game that makes you feel like a superhero from minute one to credits.
Honorable Mentions (If You Want Even More)
- RoboCop: Rogue City (2023) — Teyon: Not a caped superhero, but a stellar licensed power fantasy with immaculate ‘80s vibes.
- LEGO DC Super‑Villains (2018) — TT Games: A cheeky flip on the hero formula with a custom‑villain creator.
