Deadpool in video games: Top titles to play

Deadpool, the notorious Merc with a Mouth, has become an iconic character in Marvel. He is known for his fourth-wall-breaking humour and incredible combat skills. Beyond comics and movies, fans can explore more of Deadpool by stepping into his shoes in various video games. 

These superhero games capture the fantastic world of comics and give gamers a chance to be their favourite icons. The inclusion of Deadpool in them also makes sure to capture his chaotic nature and provide gamers with a unique experience. 

For hardcore fans of the character, featuring Deadpool in video games presents an opportunity to experience the character’s antics firsthand. These games often stay true to his comic book portrayal, providing a blend of dark humour and action. Not all these Marvel games have him in the central role, but they do try to make the best of the times when he is in control. 

This article will look at the most significant instances of Deadpool in video games, including titles where he is the main protagonist or a playable character. 

Deadpool in video games: Best titles where you can play as Wade Wilson 

Deadpool 2013

Image Credit: Activision

Release year: 2013Genre: Action, Hack and Slash, ComedyPlatforms: PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4, Xbox 260, Xbox One, PC 

Deadpool 2013 is the first and only game featuring him as the lone protagonist. This third-person action game has everything you can ask for from a Deadpool game; it has humour and action with a lot of gore and he constantly breaks the fourth wall, addressing the gamers directly. 

While its gameplay does get repetitive over time, this title is still the best example of how developers should portray Deadpool in video games.

Marvel: Ultimate Alliance series

Image Credit: Nintendo

Release year: 2006 (Ultimate Alliance), 2009 (Ultimate Alliance 2), 2019 (Ultimate Alliance 3)Genre: Action, Role-Playing Game (RPG)Platforms: PlayStation 2, PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4, Xbox, Xbox 360, Wii, Nintendo Switch, PC 

These are a series of Diablo-like overhead action RPGs that allow gamers to control a bunch of superheroes. There are character-specific move sets and lengthy Avenger-like narratives with a large selection of villains to fight and defeat. 

Even though Deadpool is not the only star of these games, he is one of the characters that gamers can pick and complete the game with. 

LEGO Marvel Super Heroes 1 and 2

Image Credit: Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment

Release year: 2013 (1), 2017 (2)Genre: Action, AdventurePlatforms: PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4, Xbox 360, Xbox One, Nintendo Wii U, Nintendo Switch, PC, Android, iOS 

For any Marvel fan, the LEGO games can be a treat. With all their references, numerous playable characters, humour and cooperative multiplayer, it’s a feast. For Deadpool fans, there’s a quirky version of him, too in the first game; he is a hidden character that can only be unlocked by finding some collectables. In the second game, he comes with some exciting abilities. 

While these games might not feature his dark humour, they are fun to play and give you access to so many playable characters that it becomes very hard to choose from. 

Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3

Image Credit: Capcom

Release year: 2011Genre: FightingPlatforms: PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4, Xbox 360, Xbox One, PlayStation Vita, PC 

This is a fighting game that features characters from the biggest of Capcom’s video game franchises and Marvel comics. Players are free to choose anyone they like for 2 vs. 2 tag team fighting battles. 

With exciting move sets and vibrant visuals, this game makes up for its lack of story. It is a one-of-a-kind game specifically made for fans who want to see how Deadpool will fare in a fighting video game. 

Seems somewhat unfair that his frenemy Wolverine has a bunch of games where the story revolves around only him, while Deadpool does not. Maybe the success of the Ryan Reynolds-starrer Deadpool & Wolverine will change this.