MARVEL MaXimum Collection

"X-Men: The Arcade Game is absolutely the highlight and biggest get, no doubt, yet there’s also plenty of joy to be found poking through all the different platform versions of every other featured game. This, coupled with plenty of modern …"

"MARVEL MaXimum Collection is nostalgic-heavy collection aimed primarily at retro fans. While X-Men: The Arcade Game and Captain America and The Avengers still hold up well, other entries vary in quality significantly."

"Marvel MaXimum Collection is a compilation that promises a nostalgic experience by bringing together some classic Marvel games in a single package, with the aim of reviving the spirit of retro arcade gaming. Whilst the games included in the collection …"

"In closing, X-Men and Captain America and The Avengers are simple, fun games that are an absolute blast in multiplayer, and have many quotable moments that celebrate that era of arcade gaming, but are followed up in this collection by …"

"The titles chosen for the MARVEL MaXimum Collection are quite interesting, ranging from the sorrowful Silver Surfer to the 16-bit Spider-Man duo and the celebrated arcade X-Men. Having them all together in one place is great; however, the weak point …"

"Marvel Maximum Collection is part of a growing collection of classic games like those Konami has released in recent years, though this one only includes one arcade game from the developer, and it happens to be the most significant. The …"

"With the hiccups that the Marvel MaXimum Collection brings, it feels like a sidekick rather than a true hero for the classic age of gaming."

"Aside from the fact that the collection preserves titles that would otherwise be considered lost due to the trials of licensing, Marvel Maximum Collection is a game that will garner varying degrees of praise depending on which title you&s;re playing. …"

"When most of the package are typical licensed games with licensed games quality to them, this ain’t a strong enough superhero team."

"Surely, Marvel MaXimum Collection isn’t nearly as impressive of a collection as say, the one Konami themselves put out for the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles a few years ago, or even Limited Run’s incredible retake on Jaws on NES. It …"

"Marvel MaXimum Collection is a decent example of preservation. The collection contains an interesting selection of games and alternative versions, with welcome life enhancements and a well-constructed gallery. However, it doesn&s;t encapsulate much of Marvel&s;s humble past in gaming and …"

"The MARVEL Maximum Collection delivers a nostalgic and entertaining experience, faithfully rescuing some lesser-known Marvel classics and adding modern enhancements that make gameplay easier without sacrificing the essence of the original. While some titles stand out more than others and …"

"For those who want to enjoy a nice dose of nostalgia with their friends on the couch, the MARVEL MaXimum Collection offers the essential fun factor in local co-op and beyond"

"Despite the lack of any substantial extra materials and the as-is presentation of the various mixed quality games in the package, I can still confidently say that it&s;s good to have playable versions of X-Men: The Arcade Game and Captain …"

"Throw in all the quality of life features that let you either play these games as they were intended, or with mod cons so that you can actually finish them, and this collection is a fantastic celebration."

"What is the Silver Surfer&s;s problem? Well, there are many. First is boredom. It has to be dull striking an endless pose atop a plank of reflective m..."

"The Marvel MAXimum Collection brings several iconic, classic arcade and home release Marvel games to modern consoles for the first time."

"MARVEL MaXimum Collection brings together some heavy hitters from the 1990s in terms of comic book video games. Featuring six titles across thirteen total versions, this superheroic collection is a wave of nostalgia that is well worth the price of …"

"The Marvel Maximum Collection brings back old classics that have never been re-released in well over 30 years. Nifty quality of life and customization features really help make these games more accessible than ever before. In fact, the QoL features …"

"Limited Run Games wants to take us back to our youth with this compilation, which includes a good selection of classic games in various versions."

"A nostalgic Marvel collection that mixes genuine classics with titles that haven&s;t aged nearly as well. Modern features like save states, rewind, and online co-op for X-Men make the package more accessible, and some games still hold up surprisingly well. …"

"Marvel MaXimum Collection is a great retro gaming package, and I had a blast checking out the six games in their included platform versions. X-Men: The Arcade Game with rollback netcode and cross-play is the centrepiece, and Captain America and …"

"Marvel MaXimum Collection revives an important chapter in the history of the publisher&s;s adaptations prior to their rise to popularity in theaters, featuring six games with the strengths and limitations typical of their era. While the selection is interesting, the …"

"Marvel MaXimum Collection gathers a sizable selection of 90s Marvel games into one package, offering both genuine arcade highlights and titles best remembered as curiosities. While the collection shines brightest with classics like X-Men: The Arcade Game, uneven quality and …"

"Marvel MaXimum Collection has the usual features to make it more attractive to retro fans such as save states and rewind, as well as a music player and an archive. It&s;s just a shame that the games included generally aren&s;t …"

"With six different games included, Marvel MaXimum Collection is one of the best collections of retro Marvel games. While some of the titles aren’t among my favorites (Silver Surfer, I’m looking at you), the inclusion of X-Men: The Arcade Game, …"

"Marvel MaXimum Collection is worth the price of entry for X-Men: The Arcade Game alone, but there&s;s a lot to love about this bundle. While not every game included is an all-timer, there&s;s a good enough mix here to make …"

"Playing these games again will bring back childhood memories for longtime fans and allow newcomers to experience a bit of nostalgia. Marvel MaXimum Collection is the opportunity for True Believers to own some pieces of Marvel gaming history. In the …"

"Marvel MaXimum Collection delivers a nostalgic blast from Marvel’s past while adding quality-of-life features that make these challenging classics easier to enjoy. While some iconic titles are missing and several games show their age, it remains a rewarding collection for …"

"MARVEL: MaXimum Collection thrives on contrasts: the fragility of games carrying three decades of history, and the almost museum‑like care with which they’re restored and enhanced for modern players. It’s not meant to impress those seeking contemporary experiences or convert …"

"MARVEL MaXimum Collection succeeds in celebrating the 16-bit legacy of Marvel while making it accessible and &s;enjoyable&s; in a modern format."

"On the other hand, if you are someone like me, who grew up with these games then you will enjoy this collection simply for nostalgia of it all. Reliving those memories of having friends spending the night, a large Pizza-Hut …"

"The Marvel Maximum Collection does what it sets out to do well, and its bringing together of titles from various developers is what makes it so interesting."

"With two all-time classic beat ’em ups, three solid Spider-Man games, and an underrated Silver Surfer game that is finally beatable with the collection’s features, there’s a lot for Marvel fans to enjoy."