Marvel 1943: Rise of Hydra is an upcoming action video game that delves into the Marvel universe, featuring characters like Captain America, Black Panther, and the Howling Commandos. Rather than a modern-day setting, the game's storyline unfolds in 1943, amidst World War 2, introducing T'Challa's grandfather, Azzuri, as the main Black Panther of the era.
While some Marvel heroes might not engage with Ultron during this period, Marvel 1943: Rise of Hydra holds the potential for the emergence of numerous Marvel villains.
6 Sabretooth
A Time-Appropriate X-Men Character
- First Appearance: Iron Fist #14 (1977)
- Created by: Chris Clairemont and John Byrne
Marvel 1943: Rise of Hydra could introduce additional Marvel heroes to enrich its narrative, possibly including the immortal mutant Wolverine, known for his World War 2 involvement, and his nemesis, Sabretooth.
5 Crimson Dynamo (Anton Vanko)
A Probable Rivalry with Howard Stark
- First Appearance: Iron Man #28 (1970)
- Created by: Archie Goodwin and Don Heck
While details on non-playable characters are scarce, Howard Stark's presence hints at a possible clash with the Crimson Dynamo, an adversary claiming the Stark family's tech was stolen.
4 Namor
Potential Conflict with Black Panther
- First Appearance: Marvel Comics #1 (1939)
- Created by: Bill Everett
The inclusion of Namor in Marvel 1943: Rise of Hydra could spark a compelling rivalry with Black Panther, given their historical conflicts.
3 Baron Zemo
A Villainous Lineage
- First Appearance: Avengers #6 (1964)
- Created by: Stan Lee and Jack Kirby
The legacy of Baron Zemo, a recurring enemy of Captain America with ties to Hydra, suggests a probable appearance in the game.
2 Arnim Zola
Hydra's Brilliant Scientist
- First Appearance: Captain America and The Falcon #208 (1977)
- Created by: Jack Kirby
Expect Arnim Zola, Hydra's chief scientist, to feature prominently in Marvel 1943: Rise of Hydra, possibly in both human and robotic forms.
1 Red Skull
The Menacing Face of Hydra
- First Appearance: Captain America #1 (1941)
- Created by: France Herron, Jack Kirby, and Joe Simon
The notorious Red Skull is a pivotal figure in Marvel 1943: Rise of Hydra, embodying the essence of villainy and serving as Hydra's formidable leader.