It's been four years since EA and Marvel Games announced plans for Iron Man. As far as we're aware, the game is still happening, but there's no word on a release window. Now, though, a rough-cut trailer has leaked online, revealing our first look at gameplay footage.
Many of the cutscenes are unfinished, but we do get to see an MCU-inspired Tony Stark, along with a first look at characters like Pepper Potts, Obadiah Stane, and Crimson Dynamo.
However, that gameplay is by far the most interesting part of this leak, as we see the action play out in an open-world New York, similar to Insomniac's Spider-Man games. It seems other places will also be explored, as the Armoured Avenger is shown fighting enemies in Japan and aboard a S.H.I.E.L.D. Helicarrier.
The combat looks solid, as Iron Man uses his fists and all manner of weaponry to take down his foes. Hopefully, the game will be released as planned, as this is a significant upgrade over the SEGA games based on the first two Iron Man films.
In 2022, it was revealed that the game will feature an original narrative that taps into the rich history of Iron Man, channelling the complexity, charisma, and creative genius of Tony Stark, and enabling players to feel what it’s like to truly play as Iron Man.
"We are thrilled to collaborate with the talented team at Motive Studio to bring their original vision of one of Marvel’s most important, powerful and beloved characters," said Bill Rosemann, Vice President and Creative Director at Marvel Games, at the time.
He continued, "Their experience delivering both established entertainment worlds and thrilling gameplay — combined with their authentic passion for the armored icon — will fuel our quest to deliver a love letter to a legendary hero in the form of the ultimate Iron Man video game."
Olivier Proulx, Executive Producer, added, "It’s an honor and privilege to have the opportunity to make a video game based on one of the most iconic Super Heroes in entertainment today. We have a great opportunity to create a new and unique story that we can call our own. Marvel is encouraging us to create something fresh. We have a lot of freedom, which is so engaging for the team."
Hopefully, we'll have some official news on EA's Iron Man soon. In the meantime, you can watch the leaked trailer in the X post below.