This game wasn't even five years when they shut it down. This is corporate greed, per usual.

Marvel’s Avengers – The Definitive Edition represents a significant evolution from the original release, aiming to deliver a more polished, content-rich experience that caters to both fans of the Marvel universe and action RPG enthusiasts. Developed by Crystal Dynamics and published by Square Enix, this edition consolidates all previously released expansions and updates, offering a comprehensive package that attempts to address many of the criticisms leveled at the game upon its initial launch. With enhanced gameplay mechanics, improved progression systems, and a fuller roster of heroes, Marvel’s Avengers – The Definitive Edition endeavors to capture the thrill of assembling a team of iconic superheroes and battling formidable threats, all within a shared multiplayer environment.

One of the most notable strengths of this Definitive Edition is its broadened hero lineup and enriched content. Players can now experience the core storyline as well as expansions featuring beloved characters such as Kate Bishop, Clint Barton, and the newly introduced Spider-Man (available on PlayStation platforms). Each hero comes with distinct abilities, playstyles, and customizable gear, which adds layers of strategy and personalization to combat encounters. The game balances cinematic, story-driven missions with replayable multiplayer challenges, encouraging cooperative play while offering solo players plenty to explore. The sense of playing a genuine Avengers team is well-captured through dynamic character interactions and visually spectacular set pieces inspired by the comics and films.

Gameplay revolves around third-person action combat that combines fast-paced attacks, tactical abilities, and crowd control in large-scale battles. Over the course of the campaign and endgame content, players unlock new powers and gear that enhance their characters’ effectiveness, creating a satisfying loot-driven progression loop. The Definitive Edition has made notable improvements in combat fluidity and responsiveness compared to the original, with smoother animations and refined hit detection that make battles feel more impactful. Boss fights are often highlights, demanding a blend of strategy, timing, and teamwork to overcome increasingly complex enemy patterns and environmental hazards.

The game’s visuals are impressive, showcasing detailed character models, expressive facial animations, and richly designed environments that bring the Marvel universe to life. From the bustling streets of San Francisco to secret SHIELD bases and alien landscapes, each location is vibrant and filled with atmospheric effects that enhance immersion. Performance optimizations in the Definitive Edition contribute to more stable frame rates and reduced load times, elevating the overall experience. The sound design and score further complement the action, featuring powerful orchestral themes and authentic voice acting by a talented cast that captures the essence of each hero’s personality.

Despite these enhancements, Marvel’s Avengers – The Definitive Edition is not without its challenges. Some players may find the game’s loot system and upgrade paths somewhat grind-heavy, requiring significant time investment to fully customize and maximize characters. While the narrative campaign is engaging, certain story beats and dialogue can feel uneven, with pacing that occasionally falters between high-octane moments and exposition-heavy segments. Additionally, the multiplayer components, while robust, depend heavily on an active player base for matchmaking and cooperative play, which can affect accessibility and enjoyment over time.

Customization and player choice remain central to the experience, with a vast array of outfits, emotes, and gear that allow fans to tailor their favorite heroes to their liking. The ongoing seasonal events and updates incorporated into this edition provide fresh content and challenges, helping to maintain player interest and community engagement. The developers’ commitment to post-launch support is evident, with quality-of-life improvements and new storylines expanding the game’s longevity beyond its initial release.

In conclusion, Marvel’s Avengers – The Definitive Edition stands as a much-improved and more complete iteration of the original game, offering a rich and immersive experience for Marvel fans and action RPG players alike. While it still demands patience and dedication to unlock its full potential, the combination of compelling hero-driven storytelling, satisfying combat mechanics, and extensive customization options makes it a worthwhile adventure. For those eager to assemble their own team of Avengers and dive into epic battles against powerful foes, this edition delivers a solid, if imperfect, homage to the iconic superhero franchise.

Rating: 7/10

A lot of micromanaging.. But when the game becomes free and get all the iron man suit, it is a fun marvel game. As it is a well design MCU game

IDK WHY IT GOT TAKEN DOWN...THE GAME IS AMAZING!
WITH A BIT MORE WORK THIS GAME COULD BE SOMETHING BETTER!

just keeps crashing, got a steam key and it says that i dont have the resources to run it, even though I am well above the listed system requirements. if you have a fix, message my discord (.mauzertz) period inclusive.

Too grindy. Love the content. Great combat. Its just slightly repetitive. I'm a solo gamer. So this feels like the aftermath of a whopping microtransaction with legs.

Postmortem review of Marvel's Avengers - The Definitive Edition (Campaign Part 1: Reassemble)

Good
• The beginning / tutorial mission is almost entirely scripted fights (and flying), which made me really not want to continue playing if it meant more of that, but the entire rest of the game has actually good combat.
• Overall level design is really well done; the environments are well thought-out, interesting, and generally just look really good, same goes with the main bosses.
• Good story and dialogue, especially how Bruce struggles with responsibility and heroism. Sometimes Marvel doesn't do a great job making you LIKE their characters, but this game doesn't have that flaw.
• Hulkbuster is badass.
• Team combos with specific heroes are really cool.
• Lowkey cried at the end.

Bad
• Beginning level undersells the rest of the campaign with forced scripted fights that feel repetitive.
• All of the hub areas (Chimera, Resistance Bases, Ant Hill, etc.) force walking, which would be fine if you weren't forced to go back and forth over and over again in the labyrinth that is the Helicarrier. If you've ever had to navigate a Kosatka in GTA Online, it's that through the entire campaign, after every mission.
• For whatever reason the interact button for EVERYTHING is the same as the attack button. Even if you have the prompt to open a door or collect an item on your screen 9/10 times it will just attack and move you out of the way instead of just opening the damn door.
• Auto-targeting is inconsistent, you will somehow miss half your shots but also kill enemies through walls with repulsors, it's just annoying.

Generally a pretty interesting story and a pretty fun brawler. If you're into Marvel and not looking for reasons to hate the game, you'll find it pretty enjoyable, if not only for the story.

It may be because i have fond memories with this game during covid, but I was able to relive a part of my life i never thought I'd get back. as far as im concerned this game is pretty damn good

For those crashing despite strong PC rigs with Nvidia cards, install the 566.36 video driver and the game will work fine. Its also working fine with other games like Halo Infinite, helldivers, and darktide.

Its honestly one of the best brawler combat games ive ever played, and the storyline is fun and wholesome. I just wish they'd have cleared out the storm of bugs before releasing it, rather than just before abandoning it.