There’s Hope for Deadpool and Marvel: Ultimate Alliance to Make Comebacks

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There's Hope for Deadpool and Marvel: Ultimate Alliance to Make Comebacks

Highlights

  • Marvel fans may finally get to replay classic games like Marvel: Ultimate Alliance and Deadpool on Xbox.
  • Microsoft, now owning Activision, is rumored to be working on bringing back these beloved Marvel titles.
  • The success of the recent Deadpool and Wolverine film may be driving the interest in re-licensing these old games.

As a seasoned gamer with decades of experience under my belt, I can’t help but feel a surge of nostalgia and excitement at the prospect of revisiting some classic Marvel games like “Marvel: Ultimate Alliance” and the 2013 “Deadpool” title on Xbox. These games were part of my formative years as a gamer, and I can still remember the thrill of teaming up with friends to save the universe, or the sheer joy of playing as everyone’s favorite Merc with a Mouth.

For a considerable period, enthusiasts have dreamt about revisiting iconic Marvel games such as the original Marvel: Ultimate Alliance and the 2013 Deadpool title on platforms like Xbox. A recent speculation hints that Microsoft is exploring options to make these games available on their store. Prior to the triumph of Insomniac’s Spider-Man games, Activision held the rights to various Marvel characters. This led to influential titles like the first Marvel: Ultimate Alliance and the X-Men Origins: Wolverine spin-off, as well as cult favorites such as Deadpool’s solo game.

Regrettably, enthusiasts of classic Marvel video games like “Marvel: Ultimate Alliance” and “Deadpool” find themselves in a predicament as these titles have been stuck in a legal grey area since Activision lost its Marvel licensing rights in 2016. Although “Marvel: Ultimate Alliance” and its 2009 sequel could still be bought on Steam for another couple of years, they were eventually taken down from all digital platforms, leaving only those fortunate enough to own a physical copy able to play them. The same situation applies to the 2013 “Deadpool” game, which was removed from all digital storefronts at the end of 2017.

Based on information from a trusted gaming insider known as Shpeshal Nick, it’s possible that changes are on the horizon regarding the availability of games like Marvel: Ultimate Alliance and the 2013 Deadpool on Microsoft’s Xbox store. According to Shpeshal Nick, he has received word that Microsoft, who recently acquired Activision, is currently working to regain the rights necessary to re-release these games on their platform.

Rumor: Microsoft Could Be Trying To Bring Back Classic Marvel Games

Indeed, it’s important to note that this is just a rumor circulating around, and Shpeshal Nick didn’t provide an exact timeline for the relaunch of Marvel: Ultimate Alliance and Deadpool on Xbox. Nevertheless, Microsoft’s alleged interest in these games might be fueled by the phenomenal success of Deadpool and Wolverine. The recent cinematic adaptation of Deadpool has sparked renewed interest in his solo video game, causing used PS4 copies of Deadpool to sell at sky-high prices since the film was released a few weeks ago.

Similarly to the Marvel: Ultimate Alliance series, all three games prominently feature Deadpool and Wolverine as playable characters, alongside numerous other Marvel superheroes who made unexpected appearances in the blockbuster crossover movie. If this recent speculation holds true, Microsoft might be planning to cash in on the popularity of Deadpool and Wolverine by renewing some of Activision’s past Marvel game licenses. This potential move could bring joy to fans of classic superhero titles such as Deadpool and Marvel: Ultimate Alliance.

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2024-08-19 18:13