Marvel's Midnight Suns

 PlayStation 5
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7.2

Mixed or average reviews- based on 114 Ratings

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  3. Negative: 26 out of 114
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  1. KillerBeij
    Dec 20, 2022
    10
    First the excellent Guardians of the Galaxy, and now this. What a great game! This game is made with ♡. Please people, don't listen to the haters! GOTY material right here!!!
  2. BrazilianLegacy
    Dec 5, 2022
    10
    Imagine playing Fire emblem but with Marvel Heroes. This is a must play game if you like turn base games. I love this game specially the combat.
  3. NaiveStereotype
    Dec 13, 2022
    10
    Really great game.. No regret buying it.. Hope developer can make more games like this!!
  4. Kyokushin
    Dec 4, 2022
    10
    Nice tactical combat with an awesome mix of characters. The social persona like bits in between the missions is not for everyone but i definitely enjoy everything about this game! Graphic wise they could have done better but technically everything works like a charm.

    Not for everyone i understand but if you like the genre and you're a old school marvel fan this is the game for you!    Nice tactical combat with an awesome mix of characters. The social persona like bits in between the missions is not for everyone but i definitely enjoy everything about this game! Graphic wise they could have done better but technically everything works like a charm.

    Not for everyone i understand but if you like the genre and you're a old school marvel fan this is the game for you!

    (Changed my rating to 10 because of people who will propably bash because it's different than they expected this game to be..effing trolls)    … Expand
  5. nightalon
    Dec 4, 2022
    10
    Muito divertido além de ter dezenas de personagens icônicos como muito bem representados
  6. Coledition
    Dec 5, 2022
    10
    This a masterpiece Marvel super hero game. From the battles to the music, to the friendship and lore. I love everything about it. There's enough variety to keep you interested, including side quests and friendship dynamics. It's a beautiful story with good looking environments, and a good cast of diverse heroes to choose from! I am so thankful Firaxis and 2K created this game. I canThis a masterpiece Marvel super hero game. From the battles to the music, to the friendship and lore. I love everything about it. There's enough variety to keep you interested, including side quests and friendship dynamics. It's a beautiful story with good looking environments, and a good cast of diverse heroes to choose from! I am so thankful Firaxis and 2K created this game. I can safely say this game is in the top 5 I ever played. I cannot wait for the DLC. 10/10 Heroic perfection… Expand
  7. spidercents
    Dec 20, 2022
    10
    Firaxis has lovingly crafted a strong game, with unique gameplay, high replayability, excellent RPG elements, and a commitment to strong story rather than commercial MCU gimmicks. This game is easily a GOTY contender, and an excellent addition to any gamer or Marvel fan's catalogue. Full review on https://www.spidercentsreviews.com/post/midnight-suns-review-ps5
  8. Everhell
    Jan 22, 2023
    10
    This game is severely underrated and one of my favorite games of the year. It's a shame I don't see it talked about very often. I almost let it pass me by but I'm glad that I came back around for it. My true rating would be an 8.5 (offsetting the trolls
  9. Josephalexn
    Dec 6, 2022
    10
    It's got good combat and it's performance on the console is great. It's a fresh take which is intriguing and different from other games in the superhero genre
  10. Crenger76
    Dec 7, 2022
    10
    This game is amazing!! Killer combat, decent voice acting despite what you may have heard. Way better than I was expecting.
  11. Teovelasco
    Mar 5, 2023
    10
    Ignore the hateful reviews! This is by far one of the best tactical games in recent times. To sum it up, this game is like Fire Emblem, Xcom and Persona combined with Marvel.
  12. ADarklore
    Dec 21, 2022
    10
    This is an awesome and addicting game. I never played XCOM (so I'm not jaded by expecting Marvel's XCOM)... and never played a turn-based card game before- so I wasn't sure I would like it... but I absolutely LOVED IT! I thought for sure I'd be more into the RPG/Exploration aspect but instead I fell in love with the card combat system! I spent HOURS upon HOURS just doing side missionsThis is an awesome and addicting game. I never played XCOM (so I'm not jaded by expecting Marvel's XCOM)... and never played a turn-based card game before- so I wasn't sure I would like it... but I absolutely LOVED IT! I thought for sure I'd be more into the RPG/Exploration aspect but instead I fell in love with the card combat system! I spent HOURS upon HOURS just doing side missions before I even continued most of the main story.

    For those complaining about 'microtransactions'... first, they're completely cosmetic and most are not even worthy of using IMO. Second, I purchased the "Legendary" version and received ALL the cosmetics so I don't even have to worry about microtransactions.

    For those complaining about stutters and crashes... they ARE still working on fixes. When will people realize that initial release of ANY games always comes with some bugs and problems. A developer cannot account for each and every graphics card, CPU, memory and motherboard combination. Thankfully I'm on PS5, and have not had ANY stuttering, BUT, I have had crashes- most notably when using the 'continue activity' feature... even after the last patch supposedly fixed it. Ended up with a 'save data' error that keeps popping up whenever I end my turn and the enemy starts to attack.

    Overall, I am HOPING there is a sequel because I think they did an awesome job and I want to see a future for the Hunter. The voice acting for all the characters (except for the male Hunter) was awesome, the male Hunter voice was just very stilted and unemotional- like a robot.

    The only negative I can mention (other than the previously noted PS5 'continue activity' crashes and poor male Hunter voice acting) is the New Game+ mode. They really should allow us to choose whether to keep our card abilities or not. It really deincentivizes using NG+ because you cannot EVER upgrade both light and dark cards (Annihilation/Summon Charlie) because it would be a 400 point swing from full one to full other. Further, all the mods you spent so much time acquiring are GONE. There is absolutely NO REASON to ever do NG+ IMO because of how much you lose just to do it. As I said, they really need to change this and give you the option to keep your cards or start over completely. Otherwise, it's an awesome game that I HIGHLY recommend.    … Expand
  13. Clay1985
    Dec 25, 2022
    10
    Excellent game that really only needs to add one important thing. More of it. Looking forward to the dlc.
  14. Drolord
    Feb 12, 2023
    10
    Fantastic gameplay with tons of customization options. I never knew I wanted to hang out and become BFFs with my favorite marvel characters. So happy they tried something new here. With 4 DLCs on the way (Deadpool just released and is great) I’m going to be playing this for a while!
  15. 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
  16. MorbiusFan420
    Mar 27, 2023
    10
    Morbius DLC made this game a masterpiece. Sure you might say that the DLC isn't out yet.but thee devs clearly caught the essence of Morbius and what makes him great. His thirst for blood his swag of a pale skin his fabulous hair his strenght his teeth all to pure perfection this is what makes Morbius Morbius not to mention the way he Morbs is just perfection this game is a 10/10 and aMorbius DLC made this game a masterpiece. Sure you might say that the DLC isn't out yet.but thee devs clearly caught the essence of Morbius and what makes him great. His thirst for blood his swag of a pale skin his fabulous hair his strenght his teeth all to pure perfection this is what makes Morbius Morbius not to mention the way he Morbs is just perfection this game is a 10/10 and a true Morbilisious game pick it up when you realise everyday is morbing day… Expand
  17. Camtom5606
    Jul 8, 2023
    10
    Fantastic. Enjoying even more than XCOM. Haven't been hooked on a game as much as this one in a long time. Love the pacing.
  18. GeraltRUS
    Jan 30, 2023
    9
    Неожиданно круто, может потому , что ничего от игры не ждал. Это, конечно, не тактическая игра ни разу, а "как карта ляжет" и все % попаданий (в возможностях сброса с крыши) отработаны заранее. Т.е при шансе падения в 90%, если враг не скидывается, сколько не загружайся он не упадет) Как в XCOM.

    Так же из неприятного, в самом начале игры, можно отправиться на одну из побочных миссий и    Неожиданно круто, может потому , что ничего от игры не ждал. Это, конечно, не тактическая игра ни разу, а "как карта ляжет" и все % попаданий (в возможностях сброса с крыши) отработаны заранее. Т.е при шансе падения в 90%, если враг не скидывается, сколько не загружайся он не упадет) Как в XCOM.

    Так же из неприятного, в самом начале игры, можно отправиться на одну из побочных миссий и получить софтлок. При окончании игра просто вылетает, как ни крути. Единственный выход на миссию просто не ходить.

    Но я уверен, как все починят будет конфета! Тут смесь Xcom, Dragon Age и брожения по крипте из Mortal Kombat. Классные и каноничные герои, даже для не фанатов марвел. Потрясающая игра актеров и просто очень-очень уютная атмосфера.    … Expand
  19. Molec_man
    Feb 25, 2023
    9
    First Impression: Pleasantly surprised on how good this game is. The graphics are better in combat which is weird, but the combination of Marvel Universe and XCom is better than I ever expected. I’m not a big fan of the male protagonist but after he gets more costumes it works. For me this is a rare game that the more I play it the more I like it.
  20. Jim222001
    Feb 6, 2023
    9
    A fun game with a great roster of heroes and villains. There’s just on glitch I encountered that was no big deal. Caretaker’s eye was always messed up when she is shown in cut scenes.
  21. MGee
    Dec 7, 2022
    9
    Fantastic game and the game that most surprised me this year by being so much stupid fun. The combat is really good after you've unlocked some options and builds to work with. Some of the plot dumping in the beginning leads to some tedious conversations but once it gets going it's really enjoyable. PS5 version runs smooth without the issues the PC version has excepting for a fewFantastic game and the game that most surprised me this year by being so much stupid fun. The combat is really good after you've unlocked some options and builds to work with. Some of the plot dumping in the beginning leads to some tedious conversations but once it gets going it's really enjoyable. PS5 version runs smooth without the issues the PC version has excepting for a few crashes. I will definitely be looking forward to a sequel/side-game/expansion.… Expand
  22. Reed618
    Dec 7, 2022
    9
    This game is such a pleasant surprise. There have been a few marvel team up games but most have been kind of mixed. Things like marvel vs capcom infinite, marvel ultimate alliance 3 and the avengers game were all just.. ok at best... but with midnight suns the card system firaxis have developed really captures the power and style of each of these heroes. The fights are really fun, theThis game is such a pleasant surprise. There have been a few marvel team up games but most have been kind of mixed. Things like marvel vs capcom infinite, marvel ultimate alliance 3 and the avengers game were all just.. ok at best... but with midnight suns the card system firaxis have developed really captures the power and style of each of these heroes. The fights are really fun, the story is entertaining and the extra stuff like exploring the abbey and building friendships might be a bit weaker but adds some variety. All in all it's a great package and well worth checking out for both Marvel fans and strategy fans.… Expand
  23. dndynamite
    Mar 5, 2023
    9
    I'm really into this game! Don't listen to those who wanted it to be a different game - it's really good, especially when it gets deeper the more you play.
  24. Santanilla
    Dec 28, 2022
    9
    I love games such as Mario rabbids, turn based strategy , I also like boardgames such as marvel champions , this game is awesome in the fighting part and 50/50 in the social simulation part , still I will 100% recommend this game for people who like strategy games, the game is super fun. Music is awesome , fighting cinematics are awesome , combat strategy is neither too simple or tooI love games such as Mario rabbids, turn based strategy , I also like boardgames such as marvel champions , this game is awesome in the fighting part and 50/50 in the social simulation part , still I will 100% recommend this game for people who like strategy games, the game is super fun. Music is awesome , fighting cinematics are awesome , combat strategy is neither too simple or too complicated. Story is great. Only thing I don’t like is not being able to check out my discard pile , something so basic and it is not possible , still not a dealbreaker , get this game is very fun .… Expand
  25. Pedritx
    Dec 4, 2022
    9
    I have played for 20 hours and I have to say that it is impressive.

    1.The combat is complete, with many skills to use, interaction with the stage. There are different missions, such as defeating all enemies, winning in a set number of turns, and more. 2. The abbey has many places to explore, and to train the heroes. The only fault I can make is that the faces of the characters are a bit    I have played for 20 hours and I have to say that it is impressive.

    1.The combat is complete, with many skills to use, interaction with the stage. There are different missions, such as defeating all enemies, winning in a set number of turns, and more.

    2. The abbey has many places to explore, and to train the heroes.

    The only fault I can make is that the faces of the characters are a bit badly designed, otherwise it's an extraordinary game, I'm loving it.    … Expand
  26. hector_bcn98
    Jul 11, 2023
    9
    Excesivamente largo. 110 horas para acabar toda la historia con los cuatro dlc's. Tener que reducir la dificultad en las ultimas misiones para poder acabarlo no tiene el sentido que debería, teniendo a todos los heroes mejorados al máximo. La parte social acaba aburriendo soberanamente a partir de la mitad del juego. En todo los demás aspectos, salvo el gráfico, brillante.

    Hay una    Excesivamente largo. 110 horas para acabar toda la historia con los cuatro dlc's. Tener que reducir la dificultad en las ultimas misiones para poder acabarlo no tiene el sentido que debería, teniendo a todos los heroes mejorados al máximo. La parte social acaba aburriendo soberanamente a partir de la mitad del juego. En todo los demás aspectos, salvo el gráfico, brillante.

    Hay una cantidad de trabajo (y de doblaje de infinitos textos, pero infinitos) descomunal para un videojuego del género. Posiblamente, el mejor que he jugado al no tener estúpidos porcentajes ni coberturas. Totalmente centrado en la ofensiva.    … Expand
  27. Cptn4narchy
    Jan 6, 2023
    9
    Persona social simulation + XCOM combat + the edgier side of Marvel. This alone will tell you if you'll love it or hate it. Some of the animations might be goofy and the male Hunter is particularly cringe, but the core gameplay loop is magnificent. Although minor, the game does drop ALL the frames when certain cards are used....looking at you Air Superiority. But somehow, instead of beingPersona social simulation + XCOM combat + the edgier side of Marvel. This alone will tell you if you'll love it or hate it. Some of the animations might be goofy and the male Hunter is particularly cringe, but the core gameplay loop is magnificent. Although minor, the game does drop ALL the frames when certain cards are used....looking at you Air Superiority. But somehow, instead of being frustrating, it makes you feel awesome. Like you're kicking so much ass, the game is in shock.

    The only legitimate gripe I have is that one of the bigger twists towards the end was spoiled in the Midnight Suns shorts pre-release. Doesn't kill anything, but made for a very confusing reveal since I watched all the shorts before playing.

    It is a great game that I immediately replayed in NG+ to see all the other morality choices and hear the other gender Hunter's lines.    … Expand
  28. TrentDarko
    Jan 6, 2023
    9
    A fantastic story with exciting combat. There is a lot to explore outside of the main story missions. I didn't expect building friendship levels and exploring the Abbey to be entertaining. Every day, there is something for The Hunter to do. They can either continue the main story or build friendships to help the team become stronger. The one thing that I do wish at times to missionA fantastic story with exciting combat. There is a lot to explore outside of the main story missions. I didn't expect building friendship levels and exploring the Abbey to be entertaining. Every day, there is something for The Hunter to do. They can either continue the main story or build friendships to help the team become stronger. The one thing that I do wish at times to mission exploring. I think walking to a small destination doing a mission would've made this game even better. Highly recommend this game.… Expand
  29. ZeromusPrime
    Jan 24, 2023
    9
    "ThE gAmE wOuLd Be So MuCh BeTtEr WiThOuT tHe CaRd SyStEm"

    HOW

    IT'S A CARD GAME

    LITERALLY HOW
  30. Nexas11
    Jan 27, 2023
    9
    As hyped as I was for this game upon its announcement I had my doubts about its card based combat abs was excited to try the life sim elements with my favorite super heroes. 60+ hrs later I'm happy to say thay the combat is my favorite part of the game. The card based system is a lot more fleshed out than I thought. The game play loop is addicting as you level both your research level andAs hyped as I was for this game upon its announcement I had my doubts about its card based combat abs was excited to try the life sim elements with my favorite super heroes. 60+ hrs later I'm happy to say thay the combat is my favorite part of the game. The card based system is a lot more fleshed out than I thought. The game play loop is addicting as you level both your research level and training level it add so many more options in missions where even late game missions with the right team I can wipe out the entire field in one turn which is very satisfying. The life sim is also fun if you like the characters but I've found thay some parts over stay their welcome and can become tedious with all the things you're supposed to do between missions. The best part is thay just about everything is worth doing for the various rewards you can get for side activities. Building up friendship with heroes in turn makes them stronger. The legendary skill cards alone are worth maxing out the friendship of all your heroes. Each character is very unique in your mechanics with a lot of diversity. If you're sitting on the fence about this game, give it a shot you might be very suprised.… Expand
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81

Generally favorable reviews - based on 28 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 24 out of 28
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 28
  3. Negative: 0 out of 28
  1. GameCritics
    Mar 21, 2023
    60
    Marvel’s Midnight Suns has many of the elements that would make it a great special event story – it carries off its pulpy narrative pretty well despite the bland protagonist, and the combat is a competent adaptation of superhero action into a strategy format. However, the slow pacing of the narrative and battles, not to mention the wrong-headed approach to the home base and team building make Midnight Suns feel disjointed and torpid. This is one special event that won’t become a collectible.
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  2. PLAY
    Feb 11, 2023
    80
    Saving the world involves more chatting than we expected, but by balancing combat with a hero houseshare, Firaxis has delivered one of the best Marvel games in years. [Issue#23, p.62]
  3. GameOver.gr
    Feb 4, 2023
    80
    Midnight Suns is a complete package created with passion and love, and that's why it stands out from many lifeless Marvel releases we've seen lately. It oozes substance, which is why not many will focus on the relatively weak visuals and technical problems.
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