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5 Superhero Games You Probably Forgot About from the PS2 Era

Remembering the hidden gems that didn't get the spotlight during the PS2 craze.
5 Superhero Games You Probably Forgot About from the PS2 Era

Highlights

  • Comic book games have had their ups and downs, with titles like Spider-Man on PS4 gaining recent fame.
  • Hidden superhero gems from the PS2 era include Ghost Rider and Marvel Nemesis: Rise of the Imperfects.
  • Batman Begins laid the groundwork for the Arkham series, introducing mechanics that later defined the franchise.

Superhero video games, much like their movie counterparts, have had a rollercoaster ride in terms of quality and popularity. While recent hits like Spider-Man on the PS4 and the Batman Arkham series have garnered attention, there are several lesser-known gems from the PS2 era worth revisiting.

In the heyday of the PS2, a multitude of superhero games were released, many tied to movies and TV shows of the time. While they may not match the modern standards set by Spider-Man or Batman titles, these games offered a unique and enjoyable experience for their era. Let's take a trip down memory lane and rediscover some underrated superhero games from the PS2 era.

1 Ghost Rider

Metacritic Rating: 54

Ghost Rider for the PS2, released in 2007, offers a solid gameplay experience reminiscent of the God of War series. While technically a tie-in to the movie, the game spins its own engaging narrative, focusing on enjoyable combat mechanics, a robust leveling system, and thrilling Hellcycle sections.

2 Marvel Nemesis: Rise Of The Imperfects

Metacritic Rating: 58

Marvel Nemesis stands out as a unique and darker superhero game. Featuring EA-owned characters pitted against Marvel heroes, the game offers large arenas, extended levels with traversal challenges, and an original storyline that unfortunately did not lead to a sequel due to poor performance.

3 The Incredible Hulk: Ultimate Destruction

Metacritic Rating: 84

  • Platforms: PS2, Xbox, GameCube
  • Released: August 23, 2005
  • Developer: Radical Entertainment
  • Genre: Action-adventure

Incredible Hulk: Ultimate Destruction showcased the fun of an open-world Hulk game with destructible environments. While critically acclaimed, its commercial success was limited, possibly due to not being a tie-in. The game shares similarities with the 2008 film, adding to its appeal.

4 Spider-Man (2002)

Metacritic Rating: 79

The 2002 Spider-Man game, tied to the film, offers an enriched experience with updated graphics and enhanced combat mechanics. Packed with extras like alternate skins and additional storylines, it deviates from the movie plot, adding to its allure.

5 Batman Begins

Metacritic Rating: 65

Batman Begins served as a precursor to the acclaimed Arkham series, introducing innovative gameplay elements. While not a blockbuster, it offered a blend of beat-em-up and stealth gameplay, closely following the film's narrative and laying the foundation for future Batman games.

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