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Top 10 best superhero games for Nintendo Switch

An updated list of superhero games for Switch

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With superheroes being front and center everywhere you turn these days, a lot of people are looking for the next best thing. We have high-production television shows to binge on, movies that are being released (and sometimes rereleased), and then there’s the form of entertainment that hasn’t waned since the 80s: licensed video games.

Superheroes big and small are getting their time in the limelight with playable adaptations of their heroic adventures. A lot of games now are giving you the satisfaction of playing from the villain’s point of view also, which was entirely unheard of when these types of games first came out. Pitting heroes that never clashed against certain villains in the comics or movies provides a means of writing your own stories and gives you control over how you play.

While the Nintendo Switch isn’t getting every major superhero title out there, there are plenty of options for you to enjoy. Ranging from Marvel comic characters to DC’s offerings, plus the additional console-exclusives, there’s still a bunch to pick from. With all those choices, it may be a tough decision regarding what game you should choose to invest your precious time in.

Here’s our list of the top ten superhero games for the Nintendo Switch. If you think there’s an essential title missing, let us know in the comments!

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1
Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3: The Black Order

Thanos and his Black Order are threatening the universe and attempting to assemble the Infinity Stones to use them to assume ultimate power. Assemble your team of comic heroes and kick his purple butt back to where it came from in this action RPG that gives you control of your favorite characters. Up to four players can play in the local co-op mode, allowing frantic fun either on the couch or on the go.

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2
The Wonderful 101: Remastered

In this remastered version of the acclaimed Wii U title, you control up to 100 heroes at once and use their unique abilities to do battle and solve puzzles. Taking place in the future in a supposed third war between aliens and humanity, you play the role of superheroes that have decided to stand up for what’s right and save Earth. Explore levels for power-ups and health, rescue people who can then turn into heroes to join your superhero force, and transform into huge forms, such as a sword or a giant fist to dish it out to the alien scum!

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3
LEGO Marvel Superheroes 2

In this sequel to the original game, Kang the Conqueror is causing trouble by time-traveling, leaving disaster in his wake. Superheroes from throughout history step up to try to stop him from his tyranny, which takes the heroes from destinations like Ancient Egypt and Planet Hulk, fighting Kang’s minions along the way. Team up with dozens of Marvel characters and save the day in single-player or local co-op fun.

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4
My Hero One's Justice 2

Fans of the manga or anime should jump at the opportunity to play this flashy fighter. In this continuation of the first game, players fight in fierce competition with characters blessed with superhuman powers. The story takes place during the fourth season of the anime and has a roster of fierce fighters battling it out in closed arenas in one-on-one combat. Support characters can also jump in and help the main fighter with their special attacks and abilities during a fight, and the destructible environments are a real treat!

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5
Saints Row IV: Re-Elected

Take on the alien Zinyak and his alien forces in this hilarious spoof of the Grand Theft Auto series, where your Saints Row gang member has gained superhuman strength and speed. There’s a lot of side quests to follow along with an extensive campaign that will keep you laughing as you beat the space dust out of killer aliens and somehow manage to save the world in the process. A really goofy and fun multiplayer game you can play on Switch!

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6
Batman: The Telltale Series

This award-winning episodic title lets you solve crimes like Batman. Talk to interesting characters, find clues, and make tough choices in this adventure where every decision can impact the dark and twisted story. In this world of crime and mayhem, there’s always a job for a hero like Batman, who seeks to bring those responsible to justice and restore peace to the city of Gotham.

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LEGO DC Super-Villains

Take the role of the vilest villains from the DC universe and try to become the best villain in Lego DC Super-Villains! In this hilarious story which brings humor to the plot as only Lego games can, the Justice League has disappeared, requiring the ‘Justice Syndicate’, a group of wannabe superheroes, to take their place. In order to stop this new league of baddies, you’ll need to use every trick in your comically-sized bag to thwart their evil plans.

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8
Power Rangers: Battle for the Grid

Battle it out in this 2.5D fighting game based on the popular series. Pick your favorite three characters and freely switch between them as the fight rages on, providing combinations and juggling moves that let you keep the heat on your opponents. When you’ve got your foe on the ropes, enlist the help of the mighty Megazords to provide ultimate attacks to put them in their place. There’s an arcade story mode and multiplayer that supports split-screen and cross-play battles against players on other consoles.

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9
LEGO The Incredibles

Join Disney’s favorite superhero family in playing through their iconic adventures. Use each family member’s abilities to solve puzzles and also lay the smackdown on Syndrome’s goons. Travel to memorable locations from the movies and stop the evil Syndrome from trying to destroy all superheroes. The game supports shared screen co-op play, so two people can play through the super-powered storyline!

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10
South Park: The Fractured But Whole

Easily one of the craziest games on this list, this turn-based superhero RPG game on Switch has a battle grid where you move your heroes between and allows you to develop better strategies. You can utilize a deep character customisation system, including selecting from various classes and super abilities, to create the hero of your dreams. Join the denizens of South Park in this insane adventure where anything can, and does, happen.

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Bryan Taylor
Bryan Taylor
Bryan has a passion for writing and has been gaming since the 80s. His favourite games include Super Metroid, Chrono Trigger, and Rez, and he joins us bringing his vast knowledge of games to the team.