I really enjoyed playing Marvel: Ultimate Alliance, the combat/action elements are tight, and the RPG stuff is kind of unique. Not the best camera angle in the world, but certaintly the very best looking overhead RPG of all time.

This game is outrageously fun, but some of the characters are unbalanced, for example, Deadpool is invincible. As in, unless you accidentally leap off a ledge (made even more difficult, because he can teleport), you will never die. Meanwhile colossus (who is made of steel) is fairly easy to kill. Other than a few small things of this nature, the game is absolutely fantastic.

I was very dissapointed by this game. Not only was it very boring and repetetive but the graphics were like a PS1 game. I would rather play Superman returns than this.

The only reason that this game got an 8 was that one player with this game is just brutal. Your going to end up playing with your parents just to have some fun. Get your friends and this game will make you go crazy. Multiplayer is just so fun you'll forget that your actually playing. Another reason is the story line is kinda weird at first cause all their doing are throwing random monsters at you for you to fight them and that's it. But for real f you got siblings you might want to get this game because it is so jokessss!… Expand

I agree with Mike G, this game is definitly not a next generation title, the graphics are comparable to the ps2's xmen legends, as well as the gameplay. Though that being said the game is very fun to play, being able to pick from more than 20 comic book characters is great, you can assemble a team of brute force or agility or a mix. This game is not that difficult but a lot of fun to beat the snot out of the classic villians from the comic books, as well as bonus scenes if you have the hero/nemesis combination in battle. Ultimately this game is a whole lot o fun, the game play is fun, it looks good (not quite up to par with the next gen graphics ie:Oblivion) but still looks nice, the sound is good, upgrade system is good, overall quality is good, this game is worth it though if you dont like comic books I would not buy and wait for next months game explosion (gears of war, Tony hawk, COD3, etc) but this game is a nice end to the drought of GOOD 360 games.… Expand

I think this game is fantastic. At first I thought it was just like previous games (X-Men Legends, Baldur's Gate Dark Alliance), but as I leveled up a few characters I discovered the combat is much, much more varied and interesting. In addition to all the powers and combo moves, you can grapple for weapons (fighting to pull them from an opponent's grasp), throwing enemies over ledges (or getting thrown yourself - ack!), smashing enemies into environmental objects, etc. Lots of unlockables (art, costumes, moves, cinematics, missions, achievements...), plus you can experiment with playing lots of different heroes. I think they did a great job of bringing all the comic book heroes and villains to life. Fine, it's not Gears of War, but it's fun and entertaining and well-executed. I expect to play it through several times, and that's even before considering the multiplayer/co-op aspect. Plenty of challenge, plenty of replayability, and most importantly, plenty of fun.… Expand

Really overrated. It's a repetitive button masher, with way too much text, and an annoying virtual camera that you have to continually correct. You basically run through levels killing the same creatures over and over. The character selection is missing favs like the Hulk and Cyclops, while including plenty of lame ones like Spider Woman, MoonKnight, and Luke Cage. The end where you fight Doom is ridiculously repetitive and difficult, and is a hugely anti-climactic moment after hours of thumb crunching gameplay. Fighting the Fantastic Four over and over and over is a really LAME way to end a game.… Expand

From a gamer who has played X-Men legends and X-men legends 2, when I first put this game in my console I was uninspired at best. After playing the first couple levels I was hooked. This game has so many different aspects that keep the game interesting. For example: 1)You cannot play the hard setting until you complete normal 2) A vast array of characters with different moves 3) Pickups along the way which allow you to unlock characters 4) The achievements make the game that much better If you play this game with 3 of your friends it makes the game extremely challenging and thus really exciting because the computer controlled AI does not really lose all that much of their health during gameplay.… Expand

This game suffers from numerous graphical and sound issues. The visuals and audio just don't seem to be next-gen enough. However, this is the only major issue I can find with this deep and fun game.

I agree this is not next generation material. This is worthy of the original XBOX only. There was absolutely no wow factor during this game. The design was unimaginative and repetitive.

I was really dissapointed when I started to play this game. Mainly I think because I didn't like the story (which 1up will probably say is great since ethey thought justice league was terrible even though I thought it was perfect, like a comic book) But Its the same legend gameplay but I dunno I couldn't get that much into it as much as i did legends. I did play a good 3 hours though and still nothing made me go this is great.… Expand

Not as graphically stunning as I expect most next-gen games to be. Gameplay is simple beat 'em up style, but the level of customization, number of moves available, along with the formidable roster of Marvel characters are what makes this game worth playing. A must for Marvel fans and worth a look for the casual gamer.

Fun button masher that gets even better when your friends join. The game is meant to be an enjoyable romp more than an in-depth strategic fight system, but Marvel keeps gameplay between characters admirably unique. Iceman, for example, is definitely a ranged combatant, while the perpetually awesome Wolverine gets up close and personal. Possibilities for interesting synergy between characters exists--for example, Iceman's freeze rays allow for an instant kill on foes who receive a critical hit. Mr. Fantastic can use oversized fists to score a high critical hit rate. Put those two together and have some fun. Seasoned gamers will quickly discern exploitable powers & characters, but the game is still a blast. Have fun!… Expand

A very bland title. Definitely not worthy of anything higher than maybe a 7, 8 if you're really in a good mood. While there is a nice wealth of unlockables and content, the gameplay itself is very 2 dimensional (no pun intended). The level design is awful; there is little more to do than mindlessly blast or hack your way through enemies. The attempts at introducing puzzles to the fray are incredibly weak. Its a shame too considering how much effort was made to include so many characters from the Universe; but this game is in many ways a step backwards from the XML titles.… Expand

this is a pritty good game considering what kind of game it is. the graphics are not that great though becuase it is sapost to be a 360 game not a ps2 game. the controls are ok at best. there are a lot of charaters you can pick form and all have diffrent attacks. so if you have not played this game yet rent this game now.

This game is very fun, very addicting, and very complete for any fan of the Marvel Universe. There are notable omissions from the game (Hulk, Punisher, etc..) but those are only because of contracts with other Developers. With 140+ characters used in the game, they are hardly missed. I only wish that Hawkeye wasn't a PSP exclusive to use on the 360. Fun single player mode, even more fun cooperating or competing against your friends!… Expand

I returned this after a night of play. This is a button-masher and the Marvel characters are really just skins for what are basically two character types: distance and melee. Playing as wolverine feels exactly like playing as the Thing. Playing as Iron Man feels exactly like playing as Spiderman. Yup-gameplay has all the depth of Gauntlet. The RPG element adds little-powers improve as ememies get stronger-you would scarcely know it was there if you let the process automate itself (an option). With all the characters on the screen at the time it is hard to tell if you are trying to beat up a bad guy, or say Iceman. Level design looks boxy, like it was done with some really basic kit. Graphically, it is (was) the ugliest game I owned for the 360. The plot and dialogue are all very kitchy and aimed squarely at the younger gamers. I'm glad I unloaded it before becoming too invested in it.… Expand

A very well thought our game that brings these characters out from the movies and into my living room.

Not next gen, but the game is fun. Has some framerate issuse but not that it hurts the game. Die hard comic collecters and super heroes fans a must have.anyone else I would say rent. I like the game but can only give a seven cause its not next gen and framerates tweaks.

It is worth checking out if you a die-hard marvel comic fan, but it lacks any originality. The mini games suck. I think the best aspect of this game will be the online multiplay.

Giving it a 10 to offset the low scores. This is a great game. If you love Marvel comics then you should own this game. The story does a great job of incorporating many characters and storylines. The character level ups and powers are all well done too. Also for fans of Xmen legends. Not the greatest in graphical terms but an amazingly fun game. Coop takes it to the next level.

Do not buy this game!!!!!!!i thought it would be ggod since it got such good reviews and Game informer gave it best comic book game ever, but it just sucked.you just go to one room, then press the same button over and over until everyones dead. Like ryan w. said every charector is either ranged or melee, and every member of each group plays the same. the graphics and camera sucks. I don�39;t see how anybody could possibly enjoy this "game".… Expand

Story: 5 Characters: 10 Graphics: 7 Setting: 7 Multiplayer: 9 Soundtrack: 7 Audio: 8 Gameplay: 7 Re-Playability Value: 7 Fun Factor: 9 Score: 7.6/10 = B