Marvel's Midnight Suns

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6.4

Mixed or average reviews- based on 147 Ratings

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  1. Gaffelstein
    Jan 14, 2023
    10
    This game is amazing! Combat, dialogue, animations… most fun I’ve had with a game in awhile!!
  2. Frankie321
    Jan 22, 2023
    10
    If you've enjoyed the Marvel comedy superhero movies, like Thor: Ragnarok or Spider Man: No Way Home, you'll like the banter in this game. This game is like being a part of a movie like those. For me, it was laugh out loud at times.

    The tactical combat is surprisingly rich. Combat cards are specific to each hero's superpowers. There are also terrain effects. Not only are there    If you've enjoyed the Marvel comedy superhero movies, like Thor: Ragnarok or Spider Man: No Way Home, you'll like the banter in this game. This game is like being a part of a movie like those. For me, it was laugh out loud at times.

    The tactical combat is surprisingly rich. Combat cards are specific to each hero's superpowers. There are also terrain effects. Not only are there attack cards, but there are buff and debuff cards, etc. This combat mechanic will be different enough to be interesting for those (like me) who are used to the typical grid-based tactical battles.

    There aren't as many AAA production value story-rich tactical RPGS, especially comedic, so all things considered this game has impressed me.    … Expand
  3. Pech_SOG
    Dec 4, 2022
    10
    A deep, fun, engaging and epic superhero fantasy game. As a long time players of all things XCOM and other tactics games I was very worried about the card system. I was proven wrong. It is an incredible game and the combat is wildly fun as well as tactical. No other game makes you feel as if you are with Marvel's superheroes and are one of them. This is like being in the MCU. I could playA deep, fun, engaging and epic superhero fantasy game. As a long time players of all things XCOM and other tactics games I was very worried about the card system. I was proven wrong. It is an incredible game and the combat is wildly fun as well as tactical. No other game makes you feel as if you are with Marvel's superheroes and are one of them. This is like being in the MCU. I could play this game forever.… Expand
  4. DukeDanger
    Dec 5, 2022
    10
    One of the best tactical RPGs I've ever played. Intuitive card-based combat that makes each hero feel unique. This on top of the character development makes you feel like you are part of the Marvel universe.
  5. Valatrix
    Jan 6, 2023
    10
    I have a lot of fun in this game (about 80 hours play experience). Different superheroes has really different play stile. Each superhero really INTERESTING and each superhero really VERY STRONG and playable. I didn't play game with card mechanics before Midnight Suns but I am playing this game with great pleasure all New Year's holiday. Side quests, friendship with other superhero andI have a lot of fun in this game (about 80 hours play experience). Different superheroes has really different play stile. Each superhero really INTERESTING and each superhero really VERY STRONG and playable. I didn't play game with card mechanics before Midnight Suns but I am playing this game with great pleasure all New Year's holiday. Side quests, friendship with other superhero and exploring base is very funny and very interesting. Main storyline is awesome and graphic is awesome too. I don't know why some players dislike this game. My opinion that players were waiting superheroes saga with XCOM mechanics, but I think XCOM mechanics wouldn't fit this game because superheroes don't act stealthy) They crushing everyone and everything with special abilities and card mechanics with a limited combat area is a best choice for this game. Try to look at this game not through a prism XCOM-series. Try to look and play like perfect game with excellent strory and interesting mechanics. I hope we will see new game from Firaxis in Marvel Universe.… Expand
  6. Aenarion87
    Dec 3, 2022
    10
    Most underated game this year! Perfect reinvention of the old XCOM Formular. Reminded me that I realy love the good old Marvel charakters!
  7. Moviezman52
    Mar 4, 2023
    10
    This is a phenomenal game that is prejudged on XCom's merits. I can tell you that I originally wanted NOTHING to do with this game, due solely to the card playing mechanic involved. However, once I watched my nephew play the game on his PS5, I knew I had to play this game. What an amazing game it is. Forging friendships with other heroes, collectibles that are not micro-transactions, andThis is a phenomenal game that is prejudged on XCom's merits. I can tell you that I originally wanted NOTHING to do with this game, due solely to the card playing mechanic involved. However, once I watched my nephew play the game on his PS5, I knew I had to play this game. What an amazing game it is. Forging friendships with other heroes, collectibles that are not micro-transactions, and stunning visuals make me thrilled that I listened to my nephew (when he told me to get this game).… Expand
  8. ClayLamm
    Dec 11, 2022
    10
    Best Marvel game in ages! Don't let these low scores fool you, this a lot of game for your money, easily a 75 hour play through.
  9. Dragospard
    Dec 3, 2022
    10
    Marvel Fan-servicing lore is generously delivered between missions akin to Fire Emblem: Four Houses. Add in the addictive, and very satisfying flashy, tactical combat and you have a game that serves as a fantastic addition to the ARPG genre.
  10. Soncko
    Dec 5, 2022
    10
    One of the best marvel games ever made in my opinion . One of the best strategy games of all time , there is loads of character build and relations like i missed for a long time since dragon age ! The card system is really good , the fact that the skill cards are tear based and tou can modd them is extremely fun , i love the story and all the variety of the game , i don’t know what peopleOne of the best marvel games ever made in my opinion . One of the best strategy games of all time , there is loads of character build and relations like i missed for a long time since dragon age ! The card system is really good , the fact that the skill cards are tear based and tou can modd them is extremely fun , i love the story and all the variety of the game , i don’t know what people are complaining about !
    Ok i have a really good rig and the game sometimes stutters but my experience were getting better and better as i progress the game ! I played the game already 40 hours and i still have so mich more to do , this was really worth my bucks for the legendary edition ! Thanks 2 K and thumbs up big time !    … Expand
  11. Jameslaber72
    Dec 4, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I absolutely love this game I love the gameplay mechanics I love everything about… Expand
  12. Josephalexn
    Dec 5, 2022
    10
    It's unique, addictive and fun to play with deep marvel lore and great combat
  13. Teovelasco
    Mar 5, 2023
    10
    Best tactical game that involves Marvel heroes!
    If you enjoy Persona games, Fire Emblem and Xcom, then this game is for you.
    If you haven't played any turn based tactics games before- this is a great introduction to the genre.
  14. RedXIII77
    Jan 1, 2023
    10
    December 5, 2022
    Slay the Spire meets Persona set in the Marvel universe. The card battling is tactical but not overly so, and is absolutely gorgeous to look at and listen to - especially on the Steam Deck.
    The time between battles is spent choosing what you'd like to do in your home base. Redecorate your room with furniture you just bought, hang out with and watch a movie with    December 5, 2022
    Slay the Spire meets Persona set in the Marvel universe. The card battling is tactical but not overly so, and is absolutely gorgeous to look at and listen to - especially on the Steam Deck.

    The time between battles is spent choosing what you'd like to do in your home base. Redecorate your room with furniture you just bought, hang out with and watch a movie with Wolverine, tweak your cards to create synergies between party members, or explore the open world for hidden treasures and secrets.

    Both sides of this game are fun to me.

    The story is very strong (for a card battler), and is funny. I really don't get the people berating the story. Me and my housemate have laughed out loud plenty of times. If you have a sarcastic or snarky sense of humor and enjoy wordplay and throwbacks, you'll get what I'm saying. I could honestly gush some more, but I'll try to simplify things..

    Do you remember that feeling you got when you saw the first Gamescon trailer for this game and said "Oh wow, this game looks so cool!" Yeah, this game lives up to that. (So far)

    I'll edit my review if that changes.

    Edit January 1st, 2022: I am in love with this game. It absolutely takes the top place in my favorite games list (beating out FF7 and the remake), and I'm eagerly awaiting DLCs. Hoping for years of content to come, because I was genuinely sad/depressed when the game ended because I wanted to spend more time with the characters. Trust your gut on this one..do yourself a solid and pick this one up.    … Expand
  15. MkrSmashfist
    Jan 5, 2023
    10
    Hands down the best Marvel game to come out since Ultimate Alliance. Don’t let the card aspect of the game put you off. Immediately wanted to replay it when I beat it, but am gonna wait until all the DLC comes out. Bought the legendary edition at launch for full price, and it’s worth every penny. 11/10
  16. DoomRhino71
    Jan 23, 2023
    10
    It had a little bit of a buggy start, but the most recent patches have it running solid on the steam deck. The Deadpool DLC has been a ton of fun. The game play loop is super addictive and has me perpetually saying ok just one more battle.
  17. crangus
    Mar 1, 2023
    10
    One of the most underappreciated games that I know of. The more I play, the more clever things unlock, and the deeper the game becomes. Writing seems very faithful to source material, and the variety of things to do and combat mechanics are impressive. Exploration could be better, the game crashed once or twice, and certain things can be repetitive, but to me, they're just nitpicksOne of the most underappreciated games that I know of. The more I play, the more clever things unlock, and the deeper the game becomes. Writing seems very faithful to source material, and the variety of things to do and combat mechanics are impressive. Exploration could be better, the game crashed once or twice, and certain things can be repetitive, but to me, they're just nitpicks compared to what's offered.… Expand
  18. lambertbehnke
    Jun 24, 2023
    10
    Even without the DLC this game was an amazing mixture being Young Adult marvel fiction, and a fascinating card battler. The tactical challenge is giving through the great difficultly settings, which, when you have mastered the current setting automatically suggest for you to go up in difficulty.

    Great writing, great story, and I am going to start my 3rd play through with the 4 DLC    Even without the DLC this game was an amazing mixture being Young Adult marvel fiction, and a fascinating card battler. The tactical challenge is giving through the great difficultly settings, which, when you have mastered the current setting automatically suggest for you to go up in difficulty.

    Great writing, great story, and I am going to start my 3rd play through with the 4 DLC characters now.    … Expand
  19. Surg3on
    Apr 16, 2023
    9
    Firstly. This isn't XCOM. Lovely game with a good story. Fantastic ending. Fun gameplay. If anything it's too long but you can rush the story if you want.
  20. NachtkindFX
    Dec 3, 2022
    9
    Very good story and the figths are fun. Must play for a Marvel fan. I find it good, I do not only have to play an endless chain of fights. I can roam around, talk to people and learn more and new things about each character.
  21. sir_peppiny
    Jul 25, 2023
    9
    The star of this game is clearly the combat. I love how the card system was implemented and there are enough abilities and characters to keep things feeling fresh. While I agree the game is dialog heavy, I didn't think the writing was bad at all. Most of the interactions between the hunter and superheros are somewhat interesting conversations. I agree that the game lacks a way to skipThe star of this game is clearly the combat. I love how the card system was implemented and there are enough abilities and characters to keep things feeling fresh. While I agree the game is dialog heavy, I didn't think the writing was bad at all. Most of the interactions between the hunter and superheros are somewhat interesting conversations. I agree that the game lacks a way to skip all dialog and side stuff for replayability though. All in all, this is the best Marvel game I've played since Xmen Legends 2.… Expand
  22. Sepherim
    Feb 4, 2023
    9
    Midnight Suns es un juego sin duda excelente. El nucleo del juego es un deckbuilder bastante particular porque no es un roguelike como suelen ser los juegos de deckbuilding, de modo que las cartas se van consiguiendo paso a paso y mejorando poco a poco para hacer los mazos de cada uno de los personajes. Al ser un juego con campaña clásica, todo el progreso que vamos haciendo quedaMidnight Suns es un juego sin duda excelente. El nucleo del juego es un deckbuilder bastante particular porque no es un roguelike como suelen ser los juegos de deckbuilding, de modo que las cartas se van consiguiendo paso a paso y mejorando poco a poco para hacer los mazos de cada uno de los personajes. Al ser un juego con campaña clásica, todo el progreso que vamos haciendo queda permanente en la campaña y si fracasamos no volvemos a empezar sino que hay que cargar partida. El combate funciona fenomenalmente bien, con un muy peculiar estilo que hace que sea una combinación interesante entre posicionamiento en el mapa de cada batalla y el uso de las cartas adecuadas. La variedad de misiones es razonablemente alta, igual que el número de enemigos, cada unos con sus propias estrategias y mecánicas, incluyendo unos bosses que están muy bien diseñados. Y, finalmente, la campaña tiene una historia muy clásica de superhéroes, con fin del mundo incluido y todo, pero que está bastante bien contada y hace que te importen los personajes y su desarrollo y cómo cada uno es como es. Es una buena historia.

    Gráficamente el juego está bastante bien aunque no es del todo excelente, y especialmente en las cinemáticas y conversaciones los personajes tienen unas animaciones faciales muy pobres que los hacen muy poco expresivos. El sonido está fenomenal en todos sus aspectos. Pero hay que tener en cuenta que el juego tiene numerosos problemas de rendimiento y optimizado así como bugs, incluyendo algunos graves como reiniciar el ordenador o bloquear la progresión. El equipo sigue trabajando y depurando esto y muchos van desapareciendo, pero aún les queda mucho trabajo por hacer.

    Dicho todo lo cual, Midnight Suns sin duda es un juego que vale mucho la pena. Un 8,5.    … Expand
  23. Tainame
    Dec 3, 2022
    9
    After 9h of game play I just can't describe how much I enjoyed this game. At first I thought it would be just another card game, but it's much more than that. The fact that you can interact and level up the friendship with all heroes is amazing. So far so good.
  24. ClickAndPlay
    Dec 5, 2022
    9
    Despite some flaws that shouldn't have been there from day one (poor RTX optimization, inability to play VOST) and some other flaws such as really bad facial animations for some characters, I really like the game.

    Here, forget the Xcoms and their famous attack success percentage as reliable as a blind man proposed to snipe an elephant in a corridor. In this Marvel's Midnight Sun you    Despite some flaws that shouldn't have been there from day one (poor RTX optimization, inability to play VOST) and some other flaws such as really bad facial animations for some characters, I really like the game.

    Here, forget the Xcoms and their famous attack success percentage as reliable as a blind man proposed to snipe an elephant in a corridor. In this Marvel's Midnight Sun you will find yourself with a really well-honed card system evolving throughout the adventure to prevent a certain redundancy. Likewise, the fights are really very pleasant to play. All heroes have their own very successful animations. We never feel a “copy-pasted” side from one character to another.

    To improve your decks of cards you will have to spend a lot of time in the abbey (hub of the game) and its surroundings. This is far from being a defect because you will really take pleasure in discovering all the characters and creating more or less intimate links with them. Personally, I thought the hub would stop at the abbey but not at all!!! Outside you will have a lot of mystical places to discover. To discover them, you will not have to hesitate to be curious and to be quite attentive to certain environments.

    I would still have a lot to say but I prefer to let you discover the game so that you keep a few surprises.

    Yes, the game has a lot of technical flaws, that's undeniable (really terrible animations and rendering of faces). Only, some of the criticisms made of the game seem to forget that we are not facing a AAA from Naughty Dog or Santa Monica but facing a game from Firaxis? Do we play an Xcom for its photo realistic characters? No.

    I really recommend this title that I find really addictive (in a good way). I hope the game will meet the success it deserves to have a sequel or at least a real narrative DLC !!    … Expand
  25. Jermbuf14
    Jan 5, 2023
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Marvel fans and game fans alike should check this game out. When this was first announced, I was really excited, until I learned it would be like XCom and have a card based turn system. Luckily enough, I beat "The Devil In Me" in like two days and really needed something / ANYTHING to hold me over until Hogwarts Legacy. Saw this game, thought, you know what, I love all these characters. So I gave it a shot. I can't recommend this game enough if you are a Marvel fan, comics fan, or fans of the superhero genre in any form. The card base system actually works great and opening new cards throughout the game that offer truly awesome power animatics and showoffs. What I truly enjoyed was the dedication Firaxis spent in making every heroes power true to their actual comic canon power and the storylines each character has can easily feel they are pulled from the Marvel comics themselves. I highly recommend for story, gameplay, graphics, and action!… Expand
  26. TheJetSheep
    Feb 7, 2023
    9
    After worrying that this was replacing XCOM as Firaxis's turn based tactical game I found myself relieved that not only was this a separate project but also this game rocks!
    Had a lot of fun experimenting with various character decks and in game combinations as well as enjoying the character dialogue and relationships.
    Some minor optimisation issues but nothing that isn't fixable. Had a    After worrying that this was replacing XCOM as Firaxis's turn based tactical game I found myself relieved that not only was this a separate project but also this game rocks!
    Had a lot of fun experimenting with various character decks and in game combinations as well as enjoying the character dialogue and relationships.
    Some minor optimisation issues but nothing that isn't fixable. Had a major issue on the launch of the DLC as deadpool did not join my team, the same thing happened to others. However, they fixed the issue relatively quick showing their dedication to supporting this game.
    If your a fan of tactical games or the marvel universe (or in my case, both) then please do check out this game, the developers clearly care a lot about the mythos and lore behind these characters and have woven a story with a lot of depth in terms of character and story narrative.    … Expand
  27. MaverickKenmore
    May 2, 2023
    9
    Pleasantly surprised and enjoying every moment of the game. Great blend of story, character roleplaying and enjoyable tactical battles. Was caught off guard, and was sceptical with the card system being the way the game utilised its action system, but i have actually enjoyed the way it was utilised to give a second layer of strategy. Love being able to roleplay in games and this hasn'tPleasantly surprised and enjoying every moment of the game. Great blend of story, character roleplaying and enjoyable tactical battles. Was caught off guard, and was sceptical with the card system being the way the game utilised its action system, but i have actually enjoyed the way it was utilised to give a second layer of strategy. Love being able to roleplay in games and this hasn't disappointed in that aspect either. I would have preferred to have a bit more freedom in the types of relationships with characters, or how fun it would have been to have multiple endings or branching story depending on your alignment. Regardless, Its fun to play, entertaining with what it offers and tells an enjoyable story. I'm enjoying every moment from this game, and would love to see more from this series and what it has to offer.… Expand
  28. tabion
    Jan 16, 2023
    8
    I love this game.
    Slay the Spire, RPG and Marvel plus beautiful graphics for a turn-based game.
    First of all, I wanted to address the negative comments: 2K Launcher: if you hate the 2K launcher, you can just buy the game on Steam and bypass 2K Launcher altogether. Stuttering & buggyness: This has been largely improve by the recent patch. Here's what I love about the game: -    I love this game.
    Slay the Spire, RPG and Marvel plus beautiful graphics for a turn-based game.

    First of all, I wanted to address the negative comments:
    2K Launcher: if you hate the 2K launcher, you can just buy the game on Steam and bypass 2K Launcher altogether.
    Stuttering & buggyness: This has been largely improve by the recent patch.

    Here's what I love about the game:
    - Really deep deck building game, but fun at the same time. Not boring.
    - Great story to follow, it feels like you're watching a show as the events unfold.
    - Fantastic graphics
    - If you're a fan of the Marvel Universe, this just adds

    Cons:
    - The star rating system is a bit of a farce, rewards you based on how little turns you take. It should just scale based on completion on a certain difficulty level.
    - Some of the dialogue can be a bit much, but it's only because I don't have the time. I still appreciate the effort that 2K has put into the story and it makes the characters come alive.

    Solid game, looking forward to the next adventure.    … Expand
  29. indexzero
    Jan 21, 2023
    8
    It’s a game that has relationship building, strategy, and deck building wrapped into it. If you don’t care for one of those three it may not be for you. I like Marvel a lot and I like deck building a lot. The relationship building in most other contexts may have been too much for me, but it feels very much like a comic book playing out. Hope these words help ya figure out if it’s a goodIt’s a game that has relationship building, strategy, and deck building wrapped into it. If you don’t care for one of those three it may not be for you. I like Marvel a lot and I like deck building a lot. The relationship building in most other contexts may have been too much for me, but it feels very much like a comic book playing out. Hope these words help ya figure out if it’s a good fit for you or not. FYI as of now at the start 2023 Epic has this game for $35.… Expand
  30. pixypolly
    Jan 5, 2023
    8
    I immensely enjoy both the Abbey adventure part/friendship building and the strategy game part. More of this please.

    Came across some framerate issues in the abbey but nothing too bad. Framerate dropped to 25fps during final boss encounter and just stubbornly stayed there, but fixed with a reload. Would be nice if Firaxis fix it.
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Metascore
83

Generally favorable reviews - based on 79 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 69 out of 79
  2. Mixed: 10 out of 79
  3. Negative: 0 out of 79
  1. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Jan 24, 2024
    80
    The fights are very specific, tactical and surprisingly fun and often challenging, even knowing that a fallen hero can be put back on his feet on the spot during a fight and used in the rest of the encounter. [Issue#324]
  2. RPGamer
    Jun 5, 2023
    80
    In spite of its technical issues, Marvel’s Midnight Suns is an easy recommendation to strategy and superhero fans or anyone who’s been missing the more traditional BioWare experience. Its tactical combat stands out in the genre and is consistently compelling. The plot is no great shakes but the characters are excellent renditions of decades-old favorites. It’s also a well-paced game, never getting bogged down in any one form of play for too long but free-form enough to allow for players to do that if they wish. Not only is Midnight Suns a great Marvel game, it’s a great game in its own right.
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  3. TouchArcade
    Feb 14, 2023
    90
    While I wasn’t really sold on Marvel’s Midnight Suns pre-release, it has continued to impress me more as I played through the story, and it is chock full of a ton of optional content that will keep you busy for a very long time. It wasn’t a great experience around launch on PC, but Marvel’s Midnight Suns is well worth your time right now, and a joy to play on Steam Deck. It already felt like a perfect fit for Steam Deck from the start, and it has finally been fixed for Valve’s portable system with a recent update.
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