Marvel's Avengers - Should You Play in 2021 (My Game Review + Overview)
I am a lover of all things "nerdy" and "geeky" From comics to technology to video games, I love it all. I hope you enjoy the article.
Here we go
So here you are like I was debating whether or not I should play Marvel's Avengers or not. Like you I too had my doubts about this game especially after all the negative reviews and glaring issues it seemed to have. I also saw the player base leaving in droves and the pitch forks coming out. I thought, being such a huge Marvel fan I owe it to myself play this game and draw my own conclusion. That conclusion is that the game, despite some flaws in actually a good one.
The Characters
In the vanilla version of the game you have six characters to choose from:
- Iron man
- Captain America
- Thor
- Black Widow
- Hulk
- Ms. Marvel
Each of the characters I am happy to say feel quite unique in terms of gameplay and at the same time you are never at a disadvantage no matter who you choose. Sure, Thor and Iron Man can fly but the other characters are uniquely agile to the point where getting from point A to point B is never an issue. Each character has three different skill trees labelled primary, Specialty and Mastery but more on that later. These allow you to create some highly customizable builds and have characters that fit your playstyle. Like all looter shooters this game is all about the gear and this is a high point...and a low point for some. The high point is that there is such a variation of gear in the game that no two build will probably be the same. The low point for some is that the gear doesn't change the look of the characters (this is done through cosmetic costumes). The reason being is that I believe marvel/Disney wanted to keep the characters looking proper and not force the player to have a mis-mash of different looking items. Personally I am okay with this decision as the different costumes offered for each character are quite good. Next we will look at an overview of each character starting with the Man of Iron:
Iron Man
Arguably one of the most popular Marvel Characters among fans Iron Man has been well crafted in this game. While he may not have RDJ persona, he still manages to very much embody the essence of Tony Stark. In terms of gameplay he can fly..is there anything else that needs to be said. His special summons the Hulk buster. The following tables will show all his abilities and masteries in the game, enjoy.
Primary Skills
Melee Abilities | Repulsors | Lasers | Rockets |
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Iron Gauntlet | Repulsor Shot | Laser Beam | Micro Rockets |
Aerial Assault | Hand Cannon | Photon Samurai | Scorched Earth |
Thruster Uppercut | Power Blast | Laser Scythe | Smart Rockets |
Power Dive | Power Pulse | Energy Lance | Javelin |
Dive Amplifier | Muon Shotgun | Whirling Tempest | Counterfire |
| Slingshot | Magnetron | Rocket Strike |
| Repulsor Strike | Burning Edge |
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| Laser Strike |
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Specialty Skills
Support | Assault | Ultimate | Defense |
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Arc Overload | Unibeam | Hulkbuster | Energy Shield |
Arc Infusion | Efficient Coils | Power Beam | Supercharge |
Arc Overcharge | Overcharged Blast | Magno Missile | Thruster Dodge |
Arc Extension | Unibeam Specialization I | Hyper Reactor | Energy Pulse |
Arc Overload Specialization I | Unibeam Specialization II | Hulkbuster Specialization I | Energy Shunt |
Arc Overload Specialization II |
| Hulkbuster Specialization II | Rocket Burn |
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| Energy Barrier |
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| Rampart |
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| Flight |
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| Stronghold |
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| Ion Battery |
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| Air Dash |
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| Parry Strike |
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| Plasma Buffer |
The previous two tables uses material from the “Iron Man” article on the Marvel's Avengers at Fandom and is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike License.
Captain America
Captain America relies on his agility to get across the battlefield. Not only can he double jump but he can also run along walls. His combat unsurprisingly revolves mostly around the use of his shield. Can can also block attacks including bullets with the shield and throw it at his foes. He specially turns him into a shield throwing machine. Every button combo will see his shield being throw at enemies left right and center.
Primary Skills
Light | Heavy | Ranged | Intrinsic |
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New York Knuckles | Shield Smash | Shield Throw | Shield Block |
Eagle's Talon | Shield Dive | Ricochet Throw | Undefeatable Spirit |
Cartwheel Kick | Torpedo Kick | Shield Kick | Shield Parry |
Super Punch | Shield Bash | Resolute Throw | Counterstrike |
Shield Sweep | Soldier's Slam | Patriot's Throw | Unyielding Might |
Feinting Uppercut | Grand Slam | Boomerang | Rebounder |
Commander's Parry | Rising Hope | Truth Seeker | Powerhouse |
| Shield Strike |
| Unstoppable Will |
| Commander's Call |
| Mirror Shield |
Specialty Skills
Support | Assault | Ultimate | Movement |
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Rally Cry | Steamroller | Brooklyn Brawler | Wall Run |
Driving Force | Crowd Control | Strong Willed | Brawler's Escape |
Enemy Intel | Trick Shot | Fighting Spirit | Commander's Vault |
Commanding Resolve | Steamroller Specialization I | Brooklyn Brawler Specialization I | Somersault Jump |
Rally Cry Specialization I | Steamroller Specialization II | Brooklyn Brawler Specialization II |
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The previous two tables uses material from the “Captain America” article on the Marvel's Avengers at Fandom and is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike License.
Black Widow
This expert spy relies on stealth and disguise to get the job done. This mixed with her high agility make her a formidable character for any foe to deal with. Her super ability sees her combine her two weapons together to for a staff that allows for high speed, high damage attacks. Black Widow is a very fun character to play as and feels unique to play as. As an added bonus black widow has a rope that can be used to swing across things.
Primary Skills
Light | Heavy | Ranged | Defense |
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Martial Art | Nightstick | Pistol Shot | Widow's Line |
Pounce | Spinning Fury | Full-Auto Shot | Dodge |
Spider Sweep | Back Alley Gambit | Bullet Storm | Power Line |
Cyclone Kick | Impact Grenade | High Caliber Shot | Widow's Sting |
Splinter Kick | Night Watch | Rain Maker | Operative's Feint |
| Baton Strike | Ammo Overload | Whiplash |
| Madripoor Special | Perforator |
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| Stun Rounds |
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| Extended Clip |
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| Polygonal Rifling |
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Specialty Skills
Support | Assault | Ultimate | Intrinsic |
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Veil Of Shadows | Widow's Bite | Power Surge | Shadow Ops |
Unseen Fate | Second Sting | Pistol Surge | Espionage |
Shadow Walker | Wrist of Stingers | Maelstrom | Deception |
Veil Of Shadows Specialization I | Widow's Bite Specialization | Light Storm | Subversion |
Veil of Shadows Specialization II | Widow's Bite Specialization II | Power Surge Specialization I | Femme Fatale |
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| Power Surge Specialization II | Smoke Grenade |
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| Escape Artist |
The previous two tables uses material from the “Black Widow” article on the Marvel's Avengers at Fandom and is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike License.
Hulk
Hulk...Smash. Need I say more.
Primary Skills
Combat | Heavy | Grab | Rage |
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Pummel | Gamma Hammer | Bludgeon | Rage |
Green Bomber | Smash | Air Spike | Gamma Siphon |
Cannonball | Aftershock | Power Spike | Devil's Rampage |
Meteor | Tectonic Fury | Smackdown | Klaxon Frenzy |
Shatter Spin | Sky Fall | Aerial Gamma Crusher | Unstoppable Ferocity |
Battering Ram | Earth Smasher | Gamma Crusher | Unbounded Fury |
Ram Reinforcement | Ground Shaker | Ionic Overflow | Controlled Chaos |
Monstrous Swipe | Hammer Strike | Monster of Mayhem | |
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Unbearable Might |
Specialty Skills
Support | Assault | Ultimate | Movement |
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Boneshaker | Stranglehold | Thunderclap | Brawler's Dodge |
Resonant Frequency | Siphoning Grasp | Heavy Handed | Giant's Grip |
Frenzy | Raging Grasp | Fly Swatter | Bounding Jump |
Unsteady Ground | Stranglehold Specialization I | Thunderclap Specialization I | |
Boneshaker Specialization I | Stranglehold Specialization II | Thunderclap Specialization II |
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The previous two tables uses material from the “Hulk” article on the Marvel's Avengers at Fandom and is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike License.
Ms. Marvel
Ms. Marvel has the abilities to morph her body and to heal. In game is is incredibly effective at melee combat and has high survivability thanks to her healing. She can also use her ability to grab on to far ledges makings movement a breeze. He ultimate allows her grow grow in size increasing the damage that is done and the impact. Her weapon of choice is her fists which she can grow in size to increase all damage given.
Primary Skills
Light | Heavy | Ranged | Intrinsic |
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Flexi Fists | Five Finger Fury | Whip Fist | Polymorph |
Flying Fists | Hammering Strike | Crushing Grasp | Morning Star |
Spin Kick | Spinning Heel Strike | Harpoon | Hip Check |
Whirling Wallop | Double Barrel Punch | Nutcracker | Whirlwind |
Double Dow Kick | Hammer Fist | Grip Strength | Palm Strike |
Leg Sweep | Sliding Kick | Aerial Spike | Shining Will |
| Catapult Kick | Panic Button | Seismic Slam |
| Fists of Justice |
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| Rubber Band Bash |
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| Iron Spike |
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Specialty Skills
Support | Assault | Ultimate | Movement |
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Healing Spirit | High Five | Embiggen | Polymorphic Dodge |
Spirit Walk | Hand Clap | Living Large | Leap Frog |
Team Spirit | Backhand | Walking Tall | Extend-o-Grab |
Defensive Spirit | High Five Specialization I | Embiggen Specialization I | Breakaway Swing |
Healing Spirit Specialization I | High Five Specialization II | Embiggen Specialization II |
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The previous two tables uses material from the “Ms. Marvel” article on the Marvel's Avengers at Fandom and is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike License.
Thor
The god of thunder, is the AOE powerhouse of the group. He can deal massive amounts of damage to multiple foes around him. His ultimate ability also deals AOE damage in the form of the bifrost. He combat focuses around his hammer and infusing it with lightning for devastating effect.
Primary Skills
Light | Heavy | Hammer | Intrinsic |
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Hammer Spin | Air Lunge | Crashing Thunder | Divine Field |
Midgard's Finest | Bring The Thunder | Drop The Hammer | Electric Field |
Mjolnir Cyclone | Crack The Sky | Immovable Intent | Electrostatic |
Sky Fire | Falling Star | Headstrong | Eternal Spark |
Sledgehammer | Hammer Slash | Mjolnir's Flight | Galvanize |
Slide Smash | Sigurd Strike | Tornado Throw | God of Thunder |
Star Heart Slam | Storm Striker | Tenacious Bolt | Legacy of Odinson |
Whirling Uru | Thunderstruck | Uru Uppercut | Odin's Offering |
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| Power of Uru |
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Specialty Skills
Support | Assault | Ultimate | Movement |
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Warrior's Fury | God Blast | Bifrost | Flight |
Warrior's Protection | Burning Light | Precision Bifrost | Wings of Asgard |
Warrior's Fury Specialization I | High Voltage Blast | Bifrost Specialization I | Divine Swiftness |
Warrior's Fury Specialization II | God Blast Specialization I | Bifrost Specialization II | Beam of Star Fire |
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The previous two tables uses material from the “Thor” article on the Marvel's Avengers at Fandom and is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike License.
Gameplay
Like I stated earlier this game is an absolute joy for any marvel fan. Each character feels so unique and fun to play as. The different combat styles have such great diversity and the skill trees add to the customization options. The campaign alone is worth the play through. This mixed with the various costume options make this a soild game choice for any fan. Please do not let the negative reviews deter you from this gaming experience. Have fun avengers.
© 2021 Christopher Warren