Marvel Super Hero Squad preview

The styling of Marvel Super Hero Squad is definitely aimed at the kids, but the team behind the game are hoping that the universal appeal of the characters will prove a complusive purchase for most players. We are thrilled to add Marvel Super Hero Squad to THQs extensive licensed kids portfolio, said Kevin Kraff, vice president, global brand management, THQ. Super Hero Squad will feature an animation style that will appeal to a younger audience, but its depth in graphics and gameplay will also engage the more mature, avid fans of the renowned Marvel brand.Expanding upon The Super Hero Squad Show brand is a major initiative for Marvel in 2009, and launching the Marvel Super Hero Squad video game is a key component in the brand expansion, said Simon Phillips, president, Worldwide Consumer Products, and CEO, Marvel Animation. We are confident THQ will bring the renowned Marvel characters to life in a video game that will satisfy the longtime Marvel fans, as well as bring new fans into the fold.Cleverly the game is set in the recognisable Marvel Universe, which will play host to many classic characters such as Silver Surfer, Captain America, Hulk, Thing, Thor, Wolverine and well, we could go on, but you get the point. Its pretty much the encyclopaedia of Marvel characters cut loose in one title. And the portfolio just isnt for decoration, as you can play as the character of your choice. The Super Hero squad are up against Dr Dooms Lethal Legion of villians and the race is on to locate several fragments of the Infinity Sword. Known as Infinity Fractals, these pieces possess special powers and can affect certain characters in different ways. Match this with the unique moves and abilities of the Marvel cast in combat and you have the potential recipe for success.A battle mode allows you to complete against three other opponents, or you can relive several campaigns from the animated television series. Failing that you can just take on a friend and pummel the living daylights out of them. From what weve seen so far it certainly does look influenced by Nintendos Smash Bros fighting series, and thats not a bad blueprint or inspiration in our book. Whether Marvel Super Hero Squad can go the distance remains to be seen, but with this cast onboard youd have to be brave to bet against it.