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Fantastic 4
Fantastic 4Team up as the Fantastic Four to smash enemies and solve puzzles.
X-Men
X-MenSide‑scrolling mutant mayhem in classic co‑op action
Overview
Description

Step into the shoes of Mr. Fantastic, Invisible Woman, Human Torch, and The Thing in this action‑adventure game based on the 2005 film. Each hero’s unique powers let you blast, stretch, become invisible, or smash through obstacles as you battle through movie‑inspired levels. The game offers both single‑player and cooperative modes, letting friends switch characters on the fly to tackle combat and puzzles together. With a focus on beat‑'em‑up combat and character‑specific abilities, the story‑driven missions keep the superhero experience fast‑paced and fun.

X-Men is a side‑scrolling action game that lets players control four iconic heroes—Gambit, Nightcrawler, Wolverine, and Cyclops—each with distinct powers. Set in Professor X's Danger Room, the facility goes haywire after Magneto injects a virus, forcing the team to battle through chaotic simulations. The game supports single‑player and cooperative split‑screen play, allowing friends to team up and call in additional X‑Men when needed. With retro graphics and beat‑em‑up combat, it captures the spirit of the 1990s comic series while delivering fast‑paced platform action.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
Third-Person Shooters
Hack & Slash
Best for
Fans of superhero action games
Fans of classic comic beat‑em‑ups
Specifications
General
msrp
$19.99−60%
$49.99
release date
2005-06-27
1993-03-08
Specifications
developer
7 Studios
Western Technologies Inc.
publisher
Activision
Sega of America, Tec Toy
age rating
ESRB T
ESRB E
multiplayer
Single player, Co-operative
Single player, Co-operative, Split screen
critic score
64/100
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Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Varied hero abilities keep gameplay fresh
  • Co‑op mode adds replay value
  • Faithful recreation of film’s story
  • Four distinct playable heroes
  • Local co‑op split‑screen support
  • Varied Danger Room environments
  • Authentic retro presentation
Cons
  • Repetitive beat‑'em‑up sections
  • Camera can be clunky on PC
  • Limited enemy variety
  • Limited to PC platform
  • No online multiplayer
  • Graphics may feel dated to modern players
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The Verdict

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X‑Men offers classic retro beat‑em‑up action with local split‑screen co‑op on PC for $49.99, while Fantastic 4 provides a cheaper, modern‑styled superhero game for $19.99 with two‑player co‑op but no split‑screen.

Key differences

  • •Platform: X‑Men is PC‑only; Fantastic 4 also PC‑only (no other platforms listed).
  • •Price: X‑Men $49.99 vs Fantastic 4 $19.99.
  • •Multiplayer style: X‑Men supports local split‑screen; Fantastic 4 supports shared‑screen co‑op only.
  • •Age rating: X‑Men ESRB E (everyone) vs Fantastic 4 ESRB T (teen).
  • •Release era: X‑Men 1993 retro pixel art vs Fantastic 4 2005 newer graphics.
DimensionWinner

Gameplay & fun factor

X‑Men offers four distinct heroes and dynamic Danger Room environments, enhancing variety over Fantastic 4's repetitive beat‑em‑up.

X-Men

Platform availability

Both are listed only for PC; no other platforms mentioned.

Tie

Price & value

Fantastic 4 costs $19.99, less than half X‑Men's $49.99 price.

Fantastic 4

Multiplayer / co‑op

X‑Men includes local split‑screen, giving two players independent views; Fantastic 4 only shared screen.

X-Men

Content & replayability

X‑Men features four playable heroes, summonable allies, and varied boss fights; Fantastic 4 has limited enemy variety.

X-Men

Difficulty & accessibility

X‑Men's ESRB E rating makes it suitable for younger players; Fantastic 4 is rated T.

X-Men

Graphics & performance

Fantastic 4, released in 2005, likely has more modern graphics than X‑Men's retro pixel art.

Fantastic 4

Choose Fantastic 4 if…

Buy Fantastic 4 if you prefer a lower price, newer graphics, and are okay with shared‑screen co‑op.

Choose X-Men if…

Buy X‑Men if you want classic retro feel, split‑screen co‑op, and family‑friendly content.

Common questions

Which game is cheaper?

Fantastic 4 costs $19.99; X‑Men costs $49.99.

Do either games support online multiplayer?

Neither game lists online multiplayer; X‑Men only has local split‑screen, Fantastic 4 only shared co‑op.

Is either game suitable for younger children?

X‑Men is ESRB E (everyone); Fantastic 4 is ESRB T (teen), so X‑Men is more appropriate for younger kids.