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Marvel Cosmic Invasion, launching on December 1st for Switch and Switch 2, features a diverse roster of fighters inspired mainly by Marvel comic books, including both iconic and lesser-known characters, with the developers emphasizing the importance of discovering new heroes through gameplay.
A new Dissidia Final Fantasy game, titled 'Team Boss Battle Arena,' is announced exclusively for iOS and Android devices, featuring redesigned characters and stunning environment art, with more details to be revealed by Square Enix on October 14. Reactions are mixed, with some fans excited and others skeptical about the mobile focus.
Nintendo's Mario Kart World features a diverse roster of characters from the Mario universe, but does not include non-Mario characters, as the developers felt it would be incongruous and unnecessary to add characters from other franchises, focusing instead on the richness of the existing Mario universe.
Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls, a new fighting game from Arc System Works featuring Marvel characters, has announced its initial roster of eight characters, including Captain America, Iron Man, and Ms. Marvel, with more to be revealed. The game aims to include characters outside the traditional Marvel vs. Capcom lineup and is set for release in 2026, promising a fresh take on Marvel fighting games amid growing competition.
Marvel Rivals, an upcoming free-to-play team-based PVP shooter for PC, has announced the addition of five new characters: Black Widow, Cloak and Dagger, Iron Fist, Squirrel Girl, and Wolverine, expanding its roster to over 30 characters. The game, developed by NetEase, is set to release on December 6, 2024, and promises a fast-paced, cooperative gameplay experience. Earlier this year, NetEase apologized for a controversial playtest terms of service contract.
With the potential release of a new Nintendo console, fans are speculating about the features needed for Mario Kart 9 to succeed. Key suggestions include an expanded and diverse character roster, visually stunning courses that blend new and classic tracks, and innovative gameplay mechanics. Additionally, improvements in online play and the return of Mission Mode from Mario Kart DS are highly desired. These enhancements could make the next Mario Kart a standout title for the rumored Switch 2.
Tekken 8's final launch roster has been confirmed, including newcomer Reina, who appears to be another illegitimate child of Heihachi Mishima. Reina's history and relationship to other characters remain a mystery, but leaked details suggest she is Heihachi's daughter. She fights using a combination of Mishima-style fighting karate and taido martial arts, resembling her father's moveset. Reina is one of three new fighters joining Tekken 8, alongside Azucena and Victor Chevalier. The game is set to launch on January 26, 2024, with a total of 32 confirmed characters.