First gameplay for Midnight Suns is here and looks interesting
Last week as part of Gamescom, 2K and Marvel took the covers off Midnight Suns, an all new game being built by the folks at Firaxis and just like their other games, this one was going to be a strategy game.
"We're thrilled to work with Marvel to create Marvel's Midnight Suns. Not only is this a sensational, original direction for Firaxis, we also have a rewarding partnership with Marvel in telling new stories in their world." said Steve Martin, Studio President at Firaxis Games.
The problem was that all we got last week, was a cinematic teaser and the promise of more to come and thankfully they did deliver, check out the gameplay reveal of Midnight Suns below.
I say gameplay reveal, but there was very little gameplay within it, mostly just in-engine parts, thankfully as part of their reveal via IGN (because reasons) the developers also offered an actual gameplay look, that explains more about the characters, story and combat, check it out.
In Marvel's Midnight Suns, players select up to three heroes to bring into combat and all hero abilities are represented through cards. Each hero, including the Hunter, has a unique set of cards that can be arranged and customized to tailor that character to the player’s preference and playstyle. In addition to cards, players will also be able to utilize their environments as they shove, leap, and smash their way to victory.
“In Marvel's Midnight Suns, you aren’t learning how to fight or gradually grow stronger – you and your fellow heroes are already legends, and must combine everything in your arsenal to stop Lilith," said Jake Solomon, Creative Director at Firaxis. "Cards provide a new and refreshing way to approach tactics, allowing us to really go all-out in designing a combat system that makes every hero feel, look, and play differently.
After completing missions, players return to the Abbey where they’ll develop relationships and strengthen their personal bonds off the battlefield with some of Marvel’s most beloved heroes, such as Iron Man, Wolverine, Captain Marvel, and more. As the Hunter, players will get to see heroes in a new light and unlock additional abilities as they increase their Friendship through a variety of activities, such as getting to know heroes better through dialogue options, Hangouts, gift giving and more.
“At Marvel, we’re always looking to bring new and fresh experiences to our fans and know people have wanted to 'hang out' with their favourite Marvel heroes for a long time," said Bill Rosemann, Vice President of Creative at Marvel Games. "That's finally possible in Marvel's Midnight Suns. We couldn't be happier with the way 2K and Firaxis are bringing the mystical and darker stories from the Marvel universe to the forefront."
“It was incredibly important to us to build something the gaming world has never seen before,” stated Garth DeAngelis, Senior Franchise Producer at Firaxis Games. “In Marvel's Midnight Suns, you aren’t just saving the world with heroic combat – you’re living alongside and befriending Marvel legends, engaging in an incredibly deep story, all the while making interesting decisions befitting of timeless Firaxis gameplay.”
Added Chad Rocco, Director of Narrative at Firaxis Games: “With all these heroes from across the Avengers, X-Men, Runaways, and more - this is a particularly interesting and diverse group of heroes who don't always see eye-to-eye. As the Hunter, it will be up to you to help bridge the gap between the old guard and the new kids on the block."
The game is set to release in March of 2022 and is coming to PC, PlayStation, Xbox and Switch
