Superhero games make for some of the best interactive entertainment around, as they provide the ideal form of escapism: all of the great power, and none of the great responsibility to use it wisely. The last couple of years have seen some terrific entries in this genre, from Eidos Interactive’s Guardians of the Galaxy to Insomniac’s successful reimagining of Spider-Man, and last year’s sleeper hit, Dispatch.
Several games based on characters from Marvel, DC, and other comic book publishers are in development at several studios–from Iron Man to Black Panther– and here’s a closer look at the projects headed to PC and console in the near-future. Two games we’ve sadly removed from the list are Monolith’s Wonder Woman and Cliffhanger’s Black Panther, as both games were canceled and their studios have been closed.
For a broader sense of what’s on the way, check out our full 2026 video game release date schedule.
Marvel’s Blade (Arkane Lyon)
Blade’s no stranger to video games–the Wesley Snipes incarnation had two movie tie-in games and he’s appeared in various other big Marvel games over the years. But the idea of a new solo title with Deathloop studio Arkane Lyon leading the way sounds like a match made in heaven.
This time, Blade’s adventure takes him to the streets of Paris, a city under siege by vampires and in dire need of the Daywalker’s lethal talents for dealing with the undead pain-in-the-neck menace. While it’s still early in development, Arkane has described this project as a narrative-driven third-person action game and has shared some concept art for the game.
Recently, there have been fears that Marvel’s Blade might be facing cancellation, following sweeping cuts at Xbox. Since it’s based in France, Arkane Lyon has now entered a period of “required consultation” with its local works council to discuss “potential” strategic options, which could see a new buyer found for the Deathloop studio. There’s also the potential for Arkane to become an independent studio–a path that Double Fine and Compulsion Games have opted for following their exit from Xbox–but it’s unclear what the future holds in store for Marvel’s Blade.
According to recent reports, the Marvel game was over-budget and had been delayed internally to late 2027.
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Marvel’s Iron Man (EA Motive)
Not much is known about EA’s take on everybody’s favorite genius billionaire playboy philanthropist Iron Man, as the game is still early in pre-production, but EA Motive has said that it wants to get this project right. The Dead Space studio has a legion of Iron Man fans to consult on this project, hiring is ramping up, and the game is being developed in Unreal Engine 5.
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Marvel’s Wolverine (Insomniac)
Release date: September 15, 2026
After three games spent spinning webs, dealing with pesky symbiotes, and suffering regular insults from J. Jonah Jameson, Insomniac’s next project is focused on Canada’s finest export, Wolverine. After years of radio silence, the studio showed off its Wolverine game in all its gory glory, revealing a brutal exploration of the character and a September 15, 2026, release date.
In the months leading up to its release, Insomniac has shown off plenty more of the game in action, and yes, it is an incredibly violent game. Set in a world where the X-Men don’t exist yet–but a globe-trotting group of mercenary mutants known as Team X is in action–Marvel’s Wolverine looks like it’ll have plenty of Easter eggs and classic costumes to unlock when Logan pops his adamantium claws out.
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Marvel 1943: Rise Of Hydra (Skydance Media)
The next game from Uncharted director Amy Hennig and Skydance Media, Marvel 1943: Rise of Hydra will feature more than just Wakanda’s defender and the first Avenger in action. The debut trailer teased Gabriel Jones, a US soldier, and Nanali, the founder of the Wakandan Spy Network, as two more playable characters in the game’s ensemble cast. Gameplay has yet to be revealed, but Skydance Media did showcase some of the game’s very impressive visuals during the State of Unreal presentation at the Game Developers Conference.
While Captain America is still a rookie star-spangled hero, this incarnation of Black Panther is Wakandan King Azzuri, T’Challa’s grandfather, and the forces of Hydra are sweeping across Europe. The storyline will draw inspiration from the 2010 “Flags of Our Fathers” comic book arc, and Hennig added that the game is being structured somewhat similarly to a “binge-able serialized adventure” for fans to enjoy.
What’s taking so long for the game to see the light of day? According to Shawn Kittelsen, a senior executive at the newly formed Paramount Games Studio, the game’s small team and producer Amy Hennig’s push for quality are factors in its lengthy development, but Paramount wants to support a team that’s focused on delivering a high-quality experience.
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Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls (Arc System Works)
In what might be the most surprising team-up of the year, the next brawler featuring Earth’s mightiest mortals will see Marvel team up with Guilty Gear developer Arc System Works. Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls features fresh redesigns of characters like Spider-Man, Iron Man, and Captain America, along with an exciting 4v4 battle setup. It’ll be out in 2026.
The rest of the game’s launch roster has also been revealed, and yes, Deadpool is still a scene-stealing character who dares to use moves from other fighting games.
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Mystery Marvel games (EA)
Details on the two mystery Marvel games at EA are locked up tighter than Wolverine’s liquor cabinet when he’s out of town, but EA has confirmed that one of them will be an original story-driven game set in the Marvel universe, just like its Iron Man project. Which characters will we eventually see revealed? Modern Marvel games typically focus on their biggest blockbuster icons, and it doesn’t look like the Hulk, Captain Marvel, or Ant-Man are up to anything right now. Who knows? It might be time to walk on the print side of that universe with Marvel’s Daily Bugle Simulator.
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The Wolf Among Us 2 (Telltale Games)
While it’s not a capes-and-tights adventure like the other entries above, The Wolf Among Us 2 still has its origins in comic books. Originally announced in 2017, The Wolf Among Us 2 has had a long–and reportedly troubled–development cycle, enduring multiple delays and the closure of the original Telltale Games. The current incarnation of Telltale Games confirmed that development on The Wolf Among Us 2 is still ongoing, following rumors that the game was at risk of being shelved due to financial difficulties and internal pressure.
At Summer Game Fest, The Wolf Among Us 2 finally got a fresh reveal, and so far, it’s looking pretty good. The game is now running in Unreal Engine 5, with its art direction aiming to capture the Telltale Games vibe while also modernizing it. Exploration sections have been expanded on to include full 360-degree camera control, while various other gameplay mechanics are all designed to make you feel like a hard-boiled detective. It doesn’t have an exact date yet, but the game is currently on track to be released in 2027 on PC, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5.
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The Dark Knight rises once again?
After releasing Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League to lukewarm reviews and poor sales, UK-based developer Rocksteady Studios is rumored to be returning to Batman for its next project. A recent report claimed that the studio is working on a single-player Batman game, but it’s “years away” from seeing the light of day. With Netflix also preparing to purchase Warner Bros.–and by association, all of the Warner Bros. Interactive game studios–it’ll be interesting to see if the Caped Crusader is being primed for a big comeback.
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