15 Best Video Games About Superheroes

Kill the Justice League is a wild twist on the DC universe that feels fresh and fun if you’re into fast-paced combat and plenty of loot. It’s lighter and more playful than the Arkham games, with a strong cast and enough chaos to keep you hooked. | © Rocksteady Studios

The Punisher is brutally over-the-top in all the right ways, combining dark humor, comic book grit, and some wildly creative executions. It’s violent, unfiltered, and surprisingly fun to play, especially if you’re a fan of the grimier side of Marvel. | © Amplified Games

Guardians of the Galaxy delivers a hilarious, heartfelt space adventure packed with banter, blasters, and one of the best soundtracks in any game. With deep-cut Marvel characters and a story that lands, it’s way better than anyone expected, and a total blast from start to finish. | © Marvel Entertainment

Marvel’s Avengers shines brightest in its single-player campaign, where each hero feels distinct and the story hits some emotional notes. The combat is punchy and fun when it works, and for a while, just swapping between Hulk-smashes and Iron Man’s lasers is enough to keep things entertaining. | © Crystal Dynamics

Fantastic Four isn’t a standout superhero game, but it has its moments, mainly in letting you switch between all four heroes and use their unique powers in combat. It won’t blow you away, but if you’re a fan of the team and want a bit of light, nostalgic fun, it’s a decent way to spend an afternoon. | © 7 Studios

Infamous throws you into the chaos with powers that feel genuinely fun to use, whether you’re saving the city or tearing it apart. From Cole’s gritty lightning strikes to Delsin’s flashy neon moves, every entry brings slick combat, cool traversal, and choices that matter. | © Sucker Punch Productions

Injustice 2 delivers hard-hitting superhero fights with the polish you'd expect from the makers of Mortal Kombat. The multiverse mode keeps things fresh with constantly shifting challenges, and the gear system adds just enough grind to keep you coming back. | © NetherRealm Studios

Marvel’s Midnight Suns combines tactical combat, card strategy, and superhero bonding into something that really shouldn’t work, but does. Between deck-building, knocking enemies into walls, and hanging out with Blade over video games, it’s the kind of weird mix that ends up being surprisingly addictive. | © Firaxis Games

Gravity Rush 2 lets you bend gravity on a whim, turning the sky into your playground in a way no other game does. The game is stylish, bold, and full of charm, with a world that’s just weird enough to keep you curious the whole way through. | © SIE Japan Studio

Marvel’s Spider-Man: Miles Morales isn’t just more Spider-Man, it's Miles’ game through and through, with his style, powers, and swagger. From the crackle of his Venom attacks to the snow-dusted streets of Harlem, this spin-off punches way above its weight. | © Insomniac Games

Control allows you to play as a telekinetic powerhouse trapped in one of the weirdest government buildings ever put in a game, and somehow it works. The combat feels slick and supernatural, the world is eerie and fascinating, and even when you’re lost, it's hard not to be impressed by the atmosphere. | © Remedy Entertainment

Marvel’s Spider-Man made swinging through New York so fun and fluid, you almost forget there’s a full story going on, too. With slick combat, a heartfelt take on Peter Parker, and one of the best traversal systems ever made, it’s the closest any game has come to making you feel like Spider-Man. | © Insomniac Games

Arkham Asylum nailed what so many superhero games got wrong – it offered tight, focused design and a real love for the source material. From the eerie halls of the asylum to Mark Hamill’s unforgettable Joker, it made sneaking through shadows just as satisfying as punching through thugs. | © Rocksteady Studios

Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 takes everything that worked in the first two games and cranks it up, with faster swings, slicker fights, and boss battles that surprise you. It’s a true PS5 showcase, packed with stunning visuals, emotional moments, and two Spider-Men who each get their time to shine. | © Insomniac Games

Arkham City gives you the full power fantasy of being the Dark Knight, such as swooping through the skies, cracking skulls, and unravelling chaos in a city built just for that. It's still the best superhero game ever made, with tight combat, a moody open world, and a rogues’ gallery that makes every encounter feel iconic. | © Rocksteady Studios