Given the increased anticipation for the release ofMarvel’s Spider-Man 2and the announcement ofMarvel’s Wolverineat Insomniac Games, many fans have assumed more of Marvel’s popular characters will appear later down the line. With the high levels of success ofMarvel’s Spider-Man(2018)andMarvel’s Spider-Man: Miles Moralesand the wish by fans forInsomniac Games to create their own Marvel universeakin to the Marvel Cinematic Universe, the chances for these character appearances are undoubtedly present.
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While fans await more information regarding both of Insomniac Games' upcoming titles, the existence of the two is enough to suggest that fans could very well see the studio expand its titles by linking stories and plot lines together, introducing some of Marvel’s heavy hitters.
5Daredevil
ConsideringMarvel’s Spider-Man’s (2018) approach in terms of its combat and gameplay system taking inspiration from Rocksteady’sArkhamgames,Daredevil is one of the most requested characters by fans. From suggestions to have the character as a main focus in a new IP or a character who tags along with another, many have called for this to be Insomniac Games' next focus. With the large skill set and combat capability of Daredevil, and the story of balancing his life between being a vigilante and a lawyer as Matt Murdock, it would give way to an interesting title.
With the “Nelson And Murdock Attorneys At Law” reference and building being present inMarvel’s Spider-Man(2018), this creates an even greater opportunity for Insomniac Games to either have the character as a cameo in a future title, or a title focused on him. As the aforementioned hand-to-hand combat template is already present for the developers to work from, Daredevil is one of the perfect candidates to choose from for this among Marvel’s mightiest.
4Captain America
Very much like Daredevil, Captain America is centered on hand-to-hand combat and fast maneuvers but at a far more powerful level. Just as there are multiple references for many other heroes and the inclusion of the Avengers Tower inMarvel’s Spider-Man(2018), the opportunity for the character to be introduced in Insomniac Games' titles in one form or another is present.
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Despite the character’s presence inSquare Enix’s now-abandonedMarvel’s Avengers, fans have been anticipating a new and fresh take on Captain America to provide elements players have yet to experience within games. Going off of what Rocksteady Studios were able to produce with DC’s Batman within theArkhamtitles, and the brutal and realistic combat players were able to indulge in, Insomniac Games could most certainly provide a similar experience in a new Captain America IP.
3Doctor Strange
Despite the huge departure from the established combat system that Insomniac’s current games have provided, a Doctor Strange IP could turn out to be a successful and unique one. With his interactions and relationship with Spider-Man already present within the MCU in theAvengersmovies and the recentSpider-Man No Way Homehit, it would not be uncommon grounds for fans to see redone within a game. While some fans would suggest that a Doctor Strange IP would be unlikely, the character could still be implemented in a supposed Insomniac Marvel universe.
In light of this being the case, the perfect opportunity would indeed beMarvel’s Spider-Man 2,especially with the presence of the Sanctum Sanctorum in the 2018 title, andthe speculation of Wolverine being introduced in the sequel. While none of Insomniac Games' Spider-Man titles include any cameos for other heroes,Marvel’s Spider-Man 2could be the game to change that with Doctor Strange.
2Iron Man
Arguably the biggest and most popular of all the Marvel characters, Iron Man is one that could work very well in the hands of Insomniac Games' developers. Both of theirSpider-Mantitles are mostly known for their incredibly impressive traversal mechanics, which manage to capture the web-swinging feeling to its greatest level, unlike any otherSpider-Mangame. Taking this into consideration, an Iron Man game could take this to a completely new and enhanced level and help provide fans with their first full-fledged Iron Man game.
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While titles such asAnthemand more specifically Square Enix’sMarvel’s Avengerscaptured Iron Man’s flight to a great extent, neither of those titles was successful in the eyes of fans. With a mix of Insomniac Games' traversal template and the mishaps of the aforementioned titles, the introduction of Iron Man within the studios' roster could result in huge success.
1Black Widow
While not particularly one of the more wanted and popular potential additions among current suggestions for Marvel heroes within Insomniac Games, seeing Black Widow appear alongside Peter Parker would be a great sight to see. Given the lack of screen time the pair have shared within theMCU, this could be a good way to do so considering their dynamic within comics and the opportunity to flesh out Natasha Romanoff’s character to a greater extent.
In the idea ofBlack Widow being a playable character, the groundwork has already been laid as her combat skills involve hand-to-hand engagements and acrobatic maneuvers that players ofMarvel’s Spider-Manare already familiar with. With the presence of one of her main villains Taskmaster inMarvel’s Spider-Man (2018), there is even more reason for Insomniac Games to create her introduction.
