MARVEL’S AVENGERS
Developer Crystal Dynamics
Publisher Square Enix
Format PC, PS4 (tested), PS5, Stadia, Xbox One, Xbox Series X
Origin US
Release Out now (PC, PS4, Stadia, Xbox One), Q4 (PS5, Xbox Series X)
We were hoping to bring you a review of Crystal Dynamics’ superhero adventure this month. Alas, early code was not forthcoming – and, after spending time with the beta, we think we know why. Marvel’s Avengers isn’t exactly a disaster (it’s had too much money thrown at it to fail entirely), but like Bruce Banner and The Hulk it feels like two competing personalities in the same body, grappling for attention. The main difference is that Banner’s intelligence and Hulk’s strength are both suited to specific circumstances; whichever way you slice it, this game feels like a costly compromise.
As a modern singleplayer) are naturally heavier and more powerful than the agile Black Widow. Cap’s vibranium shield makes him the most versatile fighter, whether he’s using it to bash grunts at close quarters or flinging it around the room – which makes it all the more disappointing when he’s promptly written out of the story.
