Marvel Cosmic Invasion Release Date Revealed: Beat-Em-Up Brings Iron Man and Phoenix to Nintendo Switch and More

Dotemu has officially announced that Marvel Cosmic Invasion, the much-anticipated beat-em-up from developer Tribute Games, will launch on December 1, 2025.

The title is set to release globally on a wide array of platforms, including PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and the upcoming Switch 2.

Marvel Cosmic Invasion delivers an old-school arcade brawler experience, reinvigorating the genre with a vibrant comic book aesthetic.

Tribute Games, well known for their work on action-packed, pixel-art titles, developed this project in close partnership with Dotemu, a publisher recognized for championing retro-inspired games for modern audiences.

The game aims to capture the nostalgia of ‘90s-era beat-em-ups while integrating a dynamic roster of Marvel characters. In the most recent trailer, Dotemu and Tribute Games confirmed the final two playable characters: Iron Man and Phoenix.

Their addition completes a roster that features classics from the Silver Age of comics and some unexpected, fan-favorite heroes.

While Marvel Cosmic Invasion maintains a straightforward control scheme reminiscent of classic titles, each fighter is rendered with unique weights and speeds, keeping gameplay fresh with subtle character distinctions.

As seen in demos released earlier, the fundamental controls remain consistent across all characters, similar to how Super Smash Bros.

standardizes move execution. A standout feature of Marvel Cosmic Invasion lies in its sprite animation.

Taking cues from Capcom’s legendary Marvel Vs.

Capcom series, Tribute Games has meticulously drawn and colored the roster in a style that pays tribute to the iconic designs of Jack Kirby.

This artistic direction has been well-received for its respect to the original Marvel comic source material, giving fans a visual treat that stands apart from the darker, more realistic interpretations found in recent Marvel Cinematic Universe entries. With a December 1st, 2025 release date locked in, Marvel Cosmic Invasion looks poised to become a must-play for fans of the genre and the Marvel universe alike.

The multi-platform strategy—encompassing both the Nintendo Switch family and next-gen consoles—ensures that the game will reach the broadest possible audience when it arrives this holiday season. Marvel Cosmic Invasion will be available digitally and likely in physical editions for platforms including PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and Switch 2, reinforcing Dotemu and Tribute Games’ commitment to delivering classic arcade action to modern hardware.

Stay tuned for further updates as the release date approaches.

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