MARVEL Cosmic Invasion (2025) – Full Roster Guide: Every Playable Hero & Their Best Playstyles

Annihilus’s Annihilation Wave is ripping across the galaxy—and the only thing standing between total destruction and survival is an unlikely alliance of Marvel’s greatest heroes. With MARVEL Cosmic Invasion now officially live on all platforms, players are jumping into Tribute Games’ vibrant pixel-art battlegrounds asking the big question:

πŸ‘‰ “Who should I play first?”

This isn't your typical superhero button-masher. Coming from Tribute Games, the team behind TMNT: Shredder’s Revenge, this arcade-style beat ’em up features a perfectly crafted roster of 15 playable heroes, mixing big-name Avengers with deep-cut comic favorites. Whether you want to swing through mobs as Spider-Man or unleash cosmic chaos as Ghost Rider, this guide breaks down every hero, their abilities, and how to build the ultimate tag-team duo.

Let’s suit up.


🌌 Full MARVEL Cosmic Invasion Roster (2025)

MARVEL Cosmic Invasion (2025) – Full Roster Guide

A mix of icons, cosmic legends, and fan-favorite surprises.

Tribute Games built this roster with one goal: celebrate Marvel’s massive legacy—not just what’s in the movies. You’ll see familiar faces, but also characters many players will be discovering for the first time. And trust me… they all shine.

Here’s your complete roster overview:


⭐ Hero Roster Overview

HeroCategory / RoleSignature Abilities & Playstyle
Captain AmericaClassic Brawler / VanguardBalanced fighter using shield defense, ricochet attacks, and lead-from-front control.
Spider-ManAgile All-RounderWeb-swing mobility, airborne attacks, crowd control, hit-and-run playstyle.
VenomTank / AoE DamageMassive tendril attacks, high durability, wide crowd-clearing symbiote strikes.
WolverineBerserker / Close CombatRapid DPS with adamantium claws, brutal finishers, relentless aggression.
StormRanged / Aerial ControlLightning and wind from above, powerful zoning and safe ranged support.
Phyla-Vell (Quasar)Cosmic / Mid-RangeQuantum Sword reach, flight-based positioning, flexible cosmic offense.
NovaFlexible FlyerNova Force energy blasts + aerial melee, great for dynamic on-the-fly reactions.
She-HulkGrappler / PowerhouseGamma grabs, high-impact throws, wrestling-style slams for melee carnage.
Rocket RaccoonGadgeteer / RangedMines, grenades, heavy guns—ultimate space-control specialist.
Silver SurferCosmic SpeedsterPower Cosmic blasts + surfboard speed, perfect for fast hit-and-run waves.
Beta Ray BillMelee PowerhouseStormbreaker strikes, armor-breaking blows, screen-shaking power swings.
Black PantherAgile Martial ArtistFast combos, vibranium daggers, precision crits, tactical mobility.
Cosmic Ghost RiderChaos / AoEHellfire chains, cosmic blasters, and Hell Cycle for massive area destruction.
Phoenix (Jean Grey)Ranged / TelekineticMassive psychic blasts, AoE nukes, one of the strongest ranged options.
Iron ManTech / RangedRepulsor barrages, Unibeam damage, mobile artillery firepower.

πŸ”₯ Mastering “Cosmic Swap” – Build the Perfect 2-Hero Team

The real magic of MARVEL Cosmic Invasion isn't just picking a hero—it’s picking two. The game’s signature Cosmic Swap system lets you instantly tag between characters mid-combo, opening up deep strategy and stylish synergy.

Here’s how to build tag-teams that melt the Annihilation Wave:


Balanced Combo (Beginner-Friendly)

Captain America / Wolverine + Storm / Iron Man

  • Use Cap/Wolvie to clear mobs

  • Swap to Storm or Iron Man to zap aerial threats or deal safe ranged damage

πŸ‘‰ Ideal for players learning mechanics.


Crowd-Control Destroyers

Venom + Cosmic Ghost Rider

  • Venom groups enemies with wide tendril sweeps

  • Swap to Ghost Rider and unleash hellfire AoE

πŸ‘‰ Melts large groups with style.


High-Speed Assassin Duo

Spider-Man + Black Panther

  • Spider-Man immobilizes key targets with webs

  • Panther dashes in with burst crits and martial-arts finishers

πŸ‘‰ Perfect for boss shredding and stylish combos.


πŸͺ From New York to the Negative Zone – A Galaxy-Sized Adventure

Your journey against Annihilus spans iconic Marvel locations:

  • New York City – classic starting battleground

  • Cosmic frontiers – alien worlds, starships, celestial ruins

  • Negative Zone – the final, twisted battlefield

Every stage pushes you to try new hero combinations—grounded bruisers excel in NYC, while cosmic fliers dominate alien landscapes.


πŸ›‘️ Final Thoughts – Build Your Team & Join the Fight

The full roster of MARVEL Cosmic Invasion is a love letter to decades of Marvel lore, packed into fast, addictive arcade brawling. With 15 completely unique heroes, every run feels different, and every duo changes how you approach the chaos.

Whether you unleash Phoenix’s galaxy-shaking force, dash through enemies as Black Panther, or dominate from above with Storm, your journey is shaped by your team.


Community Resources & Helpful Links

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