All articles tagged with #playable characters
Marvel Cosmic Invasion is getting a paid DLC called The Siege of Castle Doom this fall, centering Doctor Doom in a new game mode and adding two playable characters; it will be released for all platforms, though no trailer has been released yet.
Granblue Fantasy: Relink – Endless Ragnarok is now available as a demo on PS5, Switch 2, PS4, and PC via Steam, letting players try Story, Quest, and Tutorial modes. Cross-play matchmaking covers four quests, with completing the first three unlocking Sephira’s Sanguine Glimmer and access to Summons. The demo also introduces six new playable characters (Beatrix, Eustace, Gallanza, Maglielle, Fraux, Fediel). Progress in the demo cannot be carried over to the full game, and Endless Ragnarok is set to launch on July 9 across the listed platforms, accompanied by a major update and QoL improvements.
A long-form video by Thekempy reveals Uncharted 4’s original vision after Amy Hennig’s departure, including cut storylines and playable characters like Sully and Henry Avery, plus early motion-capture footage. The material contrasts with the 2016 Druckmann-led version and offers a rare glimpse at the game that almost was, while noting Naughty Dog’s current projects and teasing possible future Uncharted entries.
SEGA announces Patch 3 for Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds, adding Red (Angry Birds), Goro Majima, and Arle (Puyo Puyo) as free playable characters across April–May 2026, plus new vehicles (Red's Super Roaster, Majima's Goromaru, Arle's Twinkle Bayoen) and eight new songs; updates available on PS5/PS4, Xbox Series/One, Switch/Switch 2, and PC (Steam/Epic).
Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment, launching on November 6th, features a roster of at least 10 confirmed playable characters including Princess Zelda, various Sages, and other allies, with more characters potentially unlockable post-launch. The game continues the hack-and-slash action set in the Zelda universe, introducing new and familiar fighters.
A demo for Marvel Cosmic Invasion on Steam has leaked, revealing additional heroes Iron Man and Phoenix as playable characters, along with potential DLC, expanding the game's roster of Marvel heroes for the upcoming Switch and Switch 2 release.
A leak from a demo of Marvel Cosmic Invasion reveals the final two playable characters as Iron Man and Phoenix, with additional hints at future DLC and a boss character Knull. The game will feature 15 characters and is set to release on Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch, with the release date yet to be announced.
Marvel's upcoming beat 'em up game 'Cosmic Invasion' for Switch platforms reveals two new playable characters, Beta Ray Bill and Silver Surfer, who join the fight against villain Annihilus, alongside other Marvel heroes.
Michelangelo from Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles is now a playable character in the upcoming remakes of Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 and 4, set to release on July 11, 2025, featuring new tricks, locales, and online multiplayer.
NetEase Games has released the launch trailer for Marvel Rivals, revealing the final five playable characters: Squirrel Girl, Black Widow, Cloak & Dagger, Iron Fist, and Wolverine. The game, featuring 33 characters at launch, will be available on December 6 for PC, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5. A special community AMA is scheduled for December 4 on Discord. The game's soundtrack, "Galactic Tunes," will be available on streaming platforms on December 6.
Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth features a diverse cast of playable characters, including familiar faces like Cloud, Barret, Tifa, Aerith, and Red XIII, as well as surprise appearances such as Yuffie, Cait Sith, Cid, Vincent, Sephiroth, and Zack. Each character has unique roles and abilities, and the game offers a fresh take on when and how they join the party compared to the original.
The version 1.6 update for Honkai: Star Rail, titled "Crown of the Mundane and Divine," will be released on December 27. The update introduces a new area, the Herta Space Station's Seclusion Zone, along with new playable characters: Madam Ruan Mei, Dr. Ratio, and Xueyi. Players will also encounter old friends Blade and Kafka. The update includes a new DLC called Gold and Gears, additional stages in the Forgotten Hall, and various gameplay improvements. The Trailblazer will have a mission to nurture small creatures and can participate in the Critter Pick Scavenging event. Honkai: Star Rail is available on multiple platforms.
The No Return trailer for The Last of Us Part 2 Remastered reveals all the playable characters in the game, generating excitement among gaming enthusiasts on PlayStation.
Genshin Impact's upcoming 4.2 update, "Masquerade of the Guilty," will introduce two new playable characters, expand the region with the France-inspired land of Fontaine, and feature new events. The update will launch on November 8 for mobile, PC, and PlayStation consoles, with cross-progression and coop functionality. Players will explore the new areas of Erinnyes Forest and Morte Region, facing powerful bosses and completing quests. The update will also include new banners for character pulls and limited-time events for rewards.
Square Enix has confirmed that Vincent and Cid will be AI companions and not fully playable characters in Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, similar to Red XIII in the Remake. However, Red XIII will be playable this time, along with Cait Sith and Yuffie. Sephiroth will also be briefly playable, while Zack Fair will have an expanded role. Vincent and Cid will still fight alongside the party in an AI-controlled fashion.