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Green Goblin confirmed playable for the Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls Open Beta
Green Goblin and Blade will be playable characters in the upcoming open beta for Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls, which is set to launch in August. Arc System Works, PlayStation, and Marvel Games confirmed the playable debut for Green Goblin via social media. The open beta will allow players to test online play and other modes ahead of the full release.
PlayStation FlexStrike Fight Stick delayed due to production issues
PlayStation has announced a delay for its upcoming FlexStrike Wireless Fight Stick due to production issues. Originally slated for release on August 6, the new launch date is currently unspecified. The company cited the need for extra time to ensure the best possible player experience.
Marvel Cosmic Invasion art book on the way, pre-orders open
An art book for the game Marvel Cosmic Invasion is set to be released by Dark Horse, offering over 100 pages of concept art, character studies, and developer insights. The book, titled 'The Art of Marvel Cosmic Invasion,' is available for pre-order with an estimated release date of August 4, 2026. Marvel Cosmic Invasion is available on Nintendo Switch, with both digital and physical versions.
Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls taps award-winning writer Kieron Gillen for Episode Mode
Arc System Works and Marvel Games have enlisted award-winning comic book writer Kieron Gillen to pen the Episode Mode for Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls. Gillen, known for his work on Uncanny X-Men and The Wicked + The Divine, will craft the individual stories for the game's five distinct teams.
Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls, Marvel’s Wolverine, God of War Laufey Panels Announced for Comic-Con
Sony will host panels at San Diego Comic-Con 2026 for three upcoming games: Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls, Marvel's Wolverine, and God of War Laufey. The panels will reveal new details, behind-the-scenes looks, and potentially new trailers for the PlayStation 5 exclusive titles. Marvel's Wolverine is set to release on September 15th, while Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls will launch on August 6th for PC and PlayStation 5.
Jubilee Joins the Battle as Marvel Rivals Season 9: The Mystery of Thebes Launches July 10
Marvel Games and NetEase Games have detailed Season 9: The Mystery of Thebes for their Super Hero Team-Based PVP Shooter, Marvel Rivals, launching July 10. This season introduces Jubilee and The Hood as new playable characters, a reworked Black Widow, a new Convoy map called Thebes, and a new game mode, Path to Doomsday - Avengers: Age of Ultron. The update also features a significant rework of the Team-Up system, enhancing combat dynamics.
Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls devs want to show that 4v4 battle is easier than it looks
Developers from Arc System Works and Marvel Games discussed their approach to making the 4v4 tag fighting mechanics in Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls more accessible. The team aims to simplify the perceived complexity of the genre for a wider audience.
Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls recruits Blade, Deadpool, and Loki for surprising new team, locks open beta for PS5 and PC
Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls will feature Blade, Deadpool, and Loki as part of its final roster, revealed at Evo 2026. The game, developed by Arc System Works and published by Marvel Games and PlayStation, will launch on PlayStation 5 and PC. An open beta for the fighting game has also been confirmed for PlayStation 5 and PC players.
Wolverine PS5 art book reveals costumes, enemies, and more
An upcoming art book for Marvel's Wolverine, titled Marvel’s Wolverine: The Art of the Game, will be published by Dark Horse Comics and feature extensive concept art and character designs. The book, releasing November 3rd, 2026, will detail various costumes and enemies, including the cybernetically enhanced Reavers. Insomniac Games has confirmed that the PlayStation 5 exclusive will not receive a collector's edition, but will offer Standard and Digital Deluxe versions with different suit and claw unlocks.
Marvel's Blade is Confirmed to NOT Be Cancelled
Despite previous reports and a lack of major updates since its 2023 announcement, Marvel's Blade is confirmed to not be cancelled. Arkane Lyon's lead concept artist and art director assistant, Jean-Luc Monnet, responded to a fan's inquiry with a "Let us cook" GIF, signaling that development is ongoing. This provides a ray of hope for fans concerned about the project's status.
Marvel Rivals Season 8.5: SINS OF ALCHEMAX Launches June 12, Cyclops Joins the Battle
Marvel Rivals is launching Season 8.5: SINS OF ALCHEMAX on June 12, introducing Cyclops as a new playable character and a large-scale 18v18 game mode called Bounty Annihilation. The update also includes a new map, K'un-Lun: Shenloong Arena, and a third-party program enabling fans to host their own tournaments. Additionally, a Summer Festival event will offer in-game rewards and new cosmetic items.
Morning Interviews
Marvel Games discusses the enduring appeal of '90s-inspired beat 'em ups in a recent interview. The conversation likely touched upon the design elements that make these classic genres timeless and their potential for modern interpretations.
IGN Interviews Marvel Games About the Enduring Appeal of '90s-Inspired Beat 'Em Ups
Marvel Games discusses the lasting appeal of beat 'em up games inspired by the 1990s. The interview explores the design elements and nostalgic factors that continue to resonate with players.
(For Southeast Asia) Marvel’s Wolverine: new gameplay, story details from State of Play
Insomniac Games and Marvel Games revealed new gameplay and story details for Marvel's Wolverine during a State of Play presentation. The brutal, single-player action-adventure game will feature an original story centered on Logan and his fight against the Reavers and Bolivar Trask. Marvel's Wolverine is set to release on September 15, 2026, exclusively for PlayStation 5, with pre-orders available now.
Marvel’s Wolverine Gets New Extended Gameplay Trailer
Insomniac Games and Sony Interactive Entertainment have revealed new gameplay details and an extended trailer for Marvel's Wolverine, confirming a September 15, 2026 release date for PlayStation 5. The game will feature a brutal, violent, and action-packed single-player experience with an original story, and will include comprehensive accessibility options at launch.
Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls adds the Knights of Doom to the roster
Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls will launch on August 6, 2026, for PlayStation 5 and PC. A new trailer revealed Doctor Doom, Magneto, Green Goblin, and Carnage as new playable characters, joining a roster that includes Captain America, Iron Man, and Spider-Man. The game features a narrative mode developed in collaboration with Marvel Games and Arc System Works, with automatic team name generation based on character selection and Marvel lore.
Marvel’s Wolverine: new gameplay, story details from State of Play
Insomniac Games and Marvel Games revealed new gameplay and story details for Marvel's Wolverine during a State of Play presentation. The brutal, single-player action RPG will launch on September 15, 2026, exclusively for PlayStation 5, featuring an original story centered on Logan and his fight against the Reavers and Bolivar Trask. The game will include comprehensive accessibility options and various pre-order bonuses and Digital Deluxe Edition content.
Marvel’s Wolverine gets extended slice of gameplay
Insomniac Games and Sony have announced that Marvel's Wolverine will launch on September 15, 2026, exclusively for the PlayStation 5. The game features an original story focusing on Logan's brutal combat and emotional journey, with a strong emphasis on accessibility options.
Stories from making Marvel Rivals
NetEase Games Publishing and Marketing Lead Yachen Bian and Marvel Games Executive Producer Danny Koo discussed the development of the live service team-based shooter Marvel Rivals. They shared insights on the importance of 'time to action,' global community management, and reacting to player feedback during a live recording of the Game Developer Podcast at the 2026 GDC Festival of Gaming.
Devil Dinosaur Joins the Battle in Marvel Rivals for Season 8: SINS OF ALCHEMAX, Launching May 15
Marvel Rivals is launching Season 8: SINS OF ALCHEMAX on May 15, introducing Devil Dinosaur as a new Vanguard character and the Alchemax Headquarters map. The game's esports competition, Marvel Rivals Ignite, is also moving into Stage 1 with a $650,000 prize pool, starting May 21. Season 8 includes PC storage optimizations and exclusive perks for college students.