Sometimes all it takes is a retro nod to electrify players. This December 1st, Marvel Cosmic Invasion joins Xbox Game Pass. Designed by Tribute Games and Dotemu, this interstellar beat’em up from Marvel Games is playable today from 5 p.m. on Xbox Series X|S, PC and via the Cloud. A major addition for Ultimate and PC Game Pass subscribers, which marks a nostalgic turning point in the catalog.
While the pixel art visual style immediately evokes 90s arcade games, the modern approach to gameplay promises an experience that is as accessible as it is addictive. And for good reason: behind this new title, we find the teams already responsible for the success of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder’s Revenge.
A Marvel cast unleashed in an intergalactic adventure
The Marvel Universe is full of heroes… and Cosmic Invasion intends to make them all shine. Thanks to a dynamic team system, players choose two characters to play as per level, with the ability to switch between them in real time. This mechanism, called Cosmic Swapopens the way to spectacular sequences of moves and unexpected strategies depending on the selected duos.
The roster mixes known faces and surprises, drawing from classic icons from the golden age as well as more recent figures from the Marvel galaxy. A true love letter to the richness of the catalog, enhanced by colorful and detailed artistic direction.
Retro beat’em up, modern mechanics: an effective cocktail
Beyond the careful aesthetics, Marvel Cosmic Invasion stands out for its nervous rhythm and well-thought-out mechanics. The action is fluid, intuitive, and leaves no downtime between two bursts of special moves. Each character offers their own unique fighting style, forcing players to adapt and think as a team.
Designed for cooperation, the game offers local and online multiplayer. A welcome flexibility that allows you to play alone or in a group, with an adaptive difficulty depending on the players present. The title focuses above all on immediate fun, without sacrificing depth for the most die-hard players.
How to access Marvel Cosmic Invasion via Game Pass?
Good news for subscribers: no additional purchases are required. Marvel Cosmic Invasion is included in the Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass offers. You just need to be connected to download it or launch it directly in cloud gaming. Playable from 5 p.m. this December 1, the game arrives just in time to liven up sessions with friends or solo evenings for fans of the Marvel universe.
With this release, Microsoft continues to supply its service with titles with a strong identity, capable of pleasing both those nostalgic for arcade gameplay and young players eager for spectacular action. And if this first step from Marvel into beat’em up is a hit, it’s a safe bet that we won’t stop seeing strong alliances emerge in the Game Pass.