The 10 best superhero games that you should play today

If you love Marvel, DC, and all the spandex-wearing heroes that are perhaps a tad lesser-known, then you will want to check out our list of the best superhero games that you can play right now.

The GamesRadar+ team are big fans when it comes to both new heroes and the classics that have graced the pages of comics. So naturally, when there is a new game in the genre that gets released, we play it and review it thoroughly. From some of the best strategy games to standout fighting experiences that let you put many a superhero's powers to good use, and narrative-driven adventures that capture the most recognizable figures, there are plenty of amazing games for us to pick from. However, below is our ranking of the top 10 outings of all time.

Before you throw on a cape and scroll on, though, keep in mind that we regularly update this list when new releases drop. Sometimes our rankings shift as we make sure this page is always up to date with the latest developments. So, if we missed your personal favorite, let us know in the comments or look out for future updates!

The best superhero games to play right now, starting with...

10. The Punisher

Looking back to the early '00s, The Punisher should be considered amongst the best PS2 games and best Xbox games – at least as far as superhero antics are concerned. Developer Volition stepped away from its Red Faction franchise to make what is effectively a continuation of (low-key) one of the best Marvel movies, with actor Tom Jane returning to the role of Frank Castle.

The studio absolutely nailed the gritty brutalism that surrounds The Punisher, with action hinging around quick kills, stomach-churning interrogations, and horrendously violent executions. The Punisher game is a riot for those looking for some anti-hero action.

9. Injustice 2

NetherRealm is known for building heavy, brutal brawlers – some of the best fighting games of all time, via the immutable Mortal Kombat franchise. Here, the studio applies that expertise to an absolutely brilliant superhero fighter in Injustice 2, a sequel that builds smartly on its predecessor's foundations with deep character customization and a far broader roster.

With plenty of nods to the best DC comics stories of all time, a really premium visual presentation, and well-balanced combat systems, Injustice 2 remains the go-to option for fighting game fans looking to settle long-running debates around character power levels.

8. Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls

Sure, Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls features its share of supervillains, but the way it nails the superheroes in its roster makes it worthy of a spot here. As our Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls review says, "[e]very match in Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls feels like it could be ripped fresh from the pages of a comic book in how it builds a tight narrative of clashing superheroes and supervillains".

Developer Arc System Works builds on its lineage of fighting games to realize a stylish 2D team-fighting experience that brings to life Marvel heroes with eye-grabbing anime visuals. Not only does it excel at spinning character-driven episodes, but it also lets you assemble teams for 2v2 and 4v4 matches, with every character offering distinctive playstyles that tap into their powers.

7. Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight

If you are a superhero fan, chances are you are a Batman fan as well, and really there is no better celebration of Gotham's Caped Crusader's history and pop culture impact than 2026's Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight. Easily one of the best Lego games of all time, this lighthearted adventure combines easter eggs, stories, and characters from the Batman comics, movies, and even TV shows to form a stunning Frankenstein narrative that has you playing as Bruce Wayne all the way from his childhood to the peak of crime-fighting.

Like with most Lego games, the tongue-in-cheek humor is still there, and all the costume and character variants are also in play. However, as we mentioned in our Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight review, the combat in this one is very Arkham-coded, with puzzle-solving, an open-world Gotham to explore, and a Batcave to customize this a must-play for all DC fans.

6. Batman: Arkham Knight

When Rocksteady launched Batman: Arkham Knight in 2015, it was working to succeed two of the best Batman games of all time – the conclusion of a trilogy which had effectively reshaped the best action games landscape.

Arkham Knight smartly built on the innovations of its predecessor, Batman: Arkham City, introducing a wider Gotham City to explore and secure. It is in many ways the ultimate Batman fantasy, allowing you to really hone in on your desired caped crusader power fantasy while drawing from some of the best Batman stories to help inform its core narrative and crunchy combat. Read our Batman Arkham Knight review.

5. Marvel's Spider-Man

Insomniac Games redefined what a Spider-Man game could be in 2018. The studio took the lessons it learned from building the hyper-kinetic open world found in Sunset Overdrive and applied it to a slice of New York City, letting us swing across Manhattan as a Peter Parker already a few years into his career as the wall-crawler.

An original adventure that only draws lightly on the best Spider-Man stories, Insomniac delivered what is undoubtedly one of the best PS4 games of all time. Smart, fast, and fun – Marvel's Spider-Man is one of the best Marvel games, and it shouldn't be missed. Read our Marvel's Spider-Man review.

4. Marvel's Midnight Suns

You have to respect developer Firaxis for attempting to push boundaries. While a great many superhero games are contenders for the best adventure games of any given year, Marvel's Midnight Suns is a strategy experience that attempts to provide a new perspective on superheroes.

Drawing on its experience with the XCOM series – not to mention its love of competitive card games and other turn-based battlers – Firaxis pushed a pretty delightful strategy game that's full of heart and character. Come for the massive story, stay for the tactical combat, and fall in love with the surprisingly intimate moments between heroes. To learn more, check out our Marvel's Midnight Suns review.

3. Batman: Arkham Asylum

Batman: Arkham City may have delivered a more comic book faithful story, and Arkham Knight a far wider adventure, but there's something special in the sharper focus of the video game that started the trilogy.

Batman: Arkham Asylum is arguably one of the best Metroidvania games of the late '00s, a stealth-action experience that does an unbelievably incredible job of making you feel like the caped crusader. With its heavy combat and authentic movement, Batman: Arkham Asylum set a new standard for superhero games – a benchmark that only Rocksteady was able to raise for years to come.

2. Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy

Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy is an easy game to fall in love with. It's undoubtedly one of the best single-player games of the new generation, an adventure that is full of heart, humor, and a fair amount of carnage.

An original narrative distinct from the MCU films, which brushes smartly against some of the best Guardians of the Galaxy comic stories, developer Eidos Montreal delivered a generous experience that strikes a delicate balance between expansive combat encounters and calming moments of downtime, giving you the time to appreciate the characters and world which surrounds you. Read our Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy review.

1. Marvel's Spider-Man 2

Insomniac hasn't just delivered the best Spider-Man game of all time, but the best superhero game available right now. Marvel's Spider-Man 2 is a triumph, one of the best open world games where you're never far from something to catch your attention. Peter Parker and his young protégé, Miles Morales, go up against some of the most formidable Spider-Man villains in an adventure that never seems to waver.

With utterly sublime web-swinging and exploration, countless cinematic set-pieces and invigorating combat encounters, and a smart approach to character customization, Marvel's Spider-Man 2 should not be ignored. It's one of the best PS5 games around and is a must-play for every superhero fan. Read our Marvel's Spider-Man 2 review for more on this web-slinging gem.

For more picks, check out our list of the best Superman games next.