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Review of Marvel's Avengers on PS5

by Gemma Looksby Gemma Looksby photo Mar 2021
Cover image of Marvel's Avengers on PS5
Gamefings Score: 7
Platform: PS5 PS5 logo
Released: 18 Mar 2021
Genre: Action-adventure, Beat 'em up
Developer: Crystal Dynamics
Publisher: Square Enix

Introduction

Avengers Assemble! Or at least, try to. Marvel's Avengers jumps into the superhero universe with a storyline filled with action, humor, and about a thousand technical patches. If you've ever wanted to beat up bad guys as Iron Man or save the world with a teenage shapeshifter, this game might just suit your fancy—or throw it into the recycling bin, depending on your preference for bugs.

Gameplay

Marvel's Avengers is a third-person action-adventure game that lets you play as a roster of your favorite superheroes. You can opt for solo missions or team up with friends online, because who wouldn’t want to invite their pals to crush robots and villains while arguing about who gets to be Iron Man? Each hero comes with distinct powers, flashy moves, and a unique skill tree that’s about as complicated as your high school math homework. Want to upgrade your Hulk's strength just as you were about to hulk out? Go ahead! Just be prepared for some serious button mashing as you execute combos, smash through enemies (and maybe the occasional wall), and dodge attacks like you're in a dance-off competition.

Graphics

If you’ve ever wanted to see what your favorite Marvel heroes look like on a slightly nicer version of Aunt May's old coffee table, the graphics on the PS5 do the job nicely—though you have to keep your expectations in check. The character models shine brighter than Tony Stark’s ego, and the environments are well-designed, but sometimes it feels like they recycled more assets than a hipster dumpster diver at a craft fair. The cutscenes, however, do deliver some top-tier cinematic quality that’ll make you feel like you’ve stepped right into the MCU—if only the gameplay could keep up with that level of grandeur.

Conclusion

So, is Marvel's Avengers worth your time? If you’re looking to hop into the shoes of some of the world's mightiest heroes, have a blast with friends, and are okay with the occasional bug or two (and I don’t mean the ones crawling under the sofa), then yes—give it a whirl! But if you’re expecting a polished diamond of a game that behaves perfectly, you might want to wait until it’s had a few more updates. Just remember: with great power comes great responsibility—not just for saving the world but also for managing your expectations about a live-service game. Now, go out there and save the day, or at least grab some popcorn and enjoy the show!

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