Marvel United

CMON Global Limited, Spin Master Ltd., ADC Blackfire Entertainment · Board game · 2020
8.2 Ludopedia 7.5 BGG 1–4 · best 3 Solo 40 min Weight 1.8/5
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RECOMMENDED

If you love the Marvel universe and cooperative games with accessible rules, Marvel United is a perfect choice to gather your friends and save the day!

Highlights
  • Vibrant Marvel theme
  • Awesome miniatures
  • Simple, accessible rules
  • Rewarding cooperation
  • High replayability
Keep in mind
  • Can feel repetitive
  • Expansions are almost essential
  • Card luck impacts gameplay
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About the game

What you do in a play session

In Marvel United, you and your friends step into the shoes of iconic Marvel Heroes, joining forces to uncover and thwart the evil master plan of a powerful Villain, controlled by the game itself. Each Villain unveils their unique scheme, revealed by cards that trigger different effects and threats that emerge across various locations on the modular board. Heroes must carefully plan which cards to play from their unique decks, as these cards not only offer varied actions and superpowers but also combine with the actions of other Heroes to accomplish impossible feats. Throughout the game, you build a 'storyline' by reacting to the Villain's cards and playing your own Hero cards to move, rescue civilians, defeat thugs, clear threats, and activate your hero's special abilities. The key is collaboration: heroes can unite their capabilities to form the perfect team. Meanwhile, the Villain roams the city, spreading chaos, deploying henchmen, and attacking the Heroes. Only after completing the essential missions will the Heroes be ready to directly confront the Villain and take them down for good. Once the Villain's health is depleted, the Heroes triumph and save the day!

Expansions

Published additional content

41 items
Marvel United: Adam Warlock Marvel United: Annihilation Marvel United: Campaign Decks Marvel United: Civil War Marvel United: Deadpool Marvel United: Doctor Strange Marvel United: Enter the Spider-Verse Marvel United: Enter the Spider-Verse – Kickstarter Edition Marvel United: Fantastic Four Marvel United: Fantastic Four – The Coming of Galactus Marvel United: Guardians of the Galaxy Remix Marvel United: Guardians of the Galaxy Remix – Kickstarter Edition Marvel United: Kickstarter Promos Box Marvel United: Maximum Carnage Marvel United: Multiverse – Fin Fang Foom Marvel United: Multiverse – Kickstarter Promos Box Marvel United: Pet Companions Marvel United: Promo Team Decks Marvel United: Return of the Sinister Six Marvel United: Rise of the Black Panther Marvel United: Secret Invasion Marvel United: Symbiote Companions Deck Marvel United: Tales of Asgard Marvel United: Tales of Asgard – Kickstarter Edition Marvel United: Team Decks Marvel United: The Infinity Gauntlet Marvel United: War of Kings Marvel United: Witching Hour Marvel United: World War Hulk Marvel United: X-Men – Blue Team Marvel United: X-Men – Days of Future Past Marvel United: X-Men – First Class Marvel United: X-Men – Gold Team Marvel United: X-Men – Kickstarter Promos Box Marvel United: X-Men – Old Man Logan Marvel United: X-Men – Phoenix Five Marvel United: X-Men – Storm (Mohawk) Marvel United: X-Men – The Age of Apocalypse Marvel United: X-Men – The Horsemen of Apocalypse Marvel United: X-Men – X-Force Marvel United: Yondu

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Rules manual — Marvel United English · PDF
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1–4 players
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Game details

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Admin: Better Description Needed! Comic Books: Marvel Universe Components: Miniatures Crowdfunding: Kickstarter Game: United Players: Games with Solitaire Rules
Publisher CMON Global Limited, Spin Master Ltd., ADC Blackfire Entertainment, BoardM Factory, Delta Vision Publishing, Galápagos Jogos
Designer Andrea Chiarvesio, Eric M. Lang
Artist Édouard Guiton

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

7 questions
Is Marvel United a complex game for beginners?
Not at all! It's super accessible, with easy-to-learn rules. The complexity comes from the interactions between heroes and the villain's challenges, but the core gameplay is very straightforward for newcomers.
How many players can play Marvel United?
The game is designed for 1 to 4 players. Yes, it includes a fun solo mode for when you want to save the world on your own!
What is the average game duration?
A game of Marvel United usually lasts between 40 and 60 minutes. It's an ideal length to fit into a game session without taking up the entire evening.
Do I need to buy many expansions for a good experience?
The base box already offers a complete and fun experience. However, expansions are a major draw, adding many new heroes, villains, and challenges that greatly increase replayability and variety.
Are the miniatures pre-painted?
No, the miniatures come unpainted, ready for you to unleash your creativity and paint them as you wish! For hobbyists, it's a perfect canvas.
What is the main objective of the game?
The main objective is to cooperate with your fellow heroes to complete specific missions and ultimately defeat the main villain before they execute their evil plan and wreak havoc on the city.
Is there a language dependency for playing?
Yes, the game has a fair amount of text on villain and hero cards. It's recommended to have an English version or translated materials for a smooth experience, although the basic rules are quite visual.

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