5 Marvel and 5 DC superheroes that deserve their own video games

While superheroes have always made an impact in cinema and television, they haven't always been as generous in the world of video games to some of our favorite characters. Even though big names such as Spider-Man and Batman are featured in some of the best superhero games ever, quite a few iconic heroes-from both Marvel and DC-are still waiting for their own moment in the interactive light. Here are five heroes from each universe who deserve their own game.

1. Captain Marvel (Carol Danvers)
Carol Danvers happens to be one of the most prominent characters in the Marvel franchise but remains one of the most underrated in terms of video games. Although appearing in a game as part of an ensemble titled Marvel vs. Capcom: Infinite, no game has ever been able to put her in solo action. With her cosmic lore, military past, and out-of-this-world powers, a Captain Marvel game should provide something that could be thought of as Mass Effect meets Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy. The power set itself has been designed especially for explosive gameplay and space-going adventures.

2. Black Panther (T'Challa)
Black Panther is yet to lead any major video game, despite his cultural weight and mainstream popularity most especially after blockbuster movies. There's a game in the works involving him and Captain America, however, fans still need to wait for a whole Black Panther experience. Just imagine a game set in highly advanced Wakanda in which you will have to maintain political leadership, mystical tradition, and, last but not least, high-octane actions-all of that plus a superhero will just be unlike anything out there in superhero gaming.
3. Black Cat (Felicia Hardy)
Overshadowed for being Spider-Man's foil, but on the makings of becoming a star, a game featuring Felicia Hardy could get away with stealth and heist-action gameplay tagged with some moral decisions: whether she is perceived as a hero or villain by players would depend on their decisions. With her ambiguous relationship and surrounding Spider-Man, this would make a compelling world in and outside of the underbelly of Marvel's New York: Black Cat would make a great game, really.
4. Ghost Rider (Johnny Blaze)
The flaming skull, the hellfire motorcycle, the supernatural vengeance - Ghost Rider practically screams video game potential. A tie-in video game did come out in 2007, but that game didn't adhere to the essence of the character. Now's the perfect time for a reboot. It's a more dark, open-world action game with over-the-top hellish visuals that take baby's breath away with the gloom of Doom and God of War in story weight. It's about time that Johnny Blaze or Robbie Reyes received some redemption in digital form.
5. Deadpool (Wade Wilson)
Indeed, Deadpool had his own game way back in 2013, but the truth is that it just wasn't able to grasp the full potential of the character. With Ryan Reynolds redefining Deadpool for a new generation, the time is right for a high-quality, fourth-wall-breaking action-comedy. Think about all the modern storytelling, chaotic combat, and that signature meta humor in a new Deadpool game. Marvel's Spider-Man is much bloodier, more absurdly twisted-and maybe a few surprise cameos from across the Marvel universe.
DC heroes who deserve their own spotlight
1. Harley Quinn
Other than Harley, there are really few characters that have undergone such a fantastic transformation. To have their own animated series, and with some standout movie appearances, Harley Quinn is already in the fan-favorite category - but does not yet have its own video game. A solo Harley game would play out like a chaotic mash-up of GTA and Borderlands; with mischief, mayhem, and moral choices, it would undoubtedly bring countless feathers ruffled. And oh, it would lean heavily into the unpredictable: action plus humor and an in-depth dive into her complex psyche.
2. Batman Beyond (Terry McGinnis)
At long last, the much-anticipated future Gotham has finally arrived for Batman Beyond. A game based on him would be brand new and futuristic, where Terry McGinnis is taken by a very old Bruce Wayne. Imagine open-world Gotham filled with neon skyscrapers, completely cyberpunk, but has stealth-action gameplay of sorts inspired by Arkham Knight. The setting almost designs itself-it's something that has been waiting for decades.

3. Aquaman
Atlantis is an unexplored goldmine of potential video games. A possible Aquaman game could feature a focus on deep-sea exploration, political intrigue, and mythological enemies. Think of an RPG in which you cross expansive underwater kingdoms and use oceanic magic while battling gigantic sea creatures. Under the right world-building and mechanics, it would be just as epic as any game that involves land-based superheroes.
4. Catwoman
Selina Kyle has always been more than a support character. Her parts in the Arkham series proved she can do much more than just be another background figure. A Catwoman game, particularly set in Gotham's harsh criminal underbelly, would combine stealth and parkour with a very story-heavy gameplay style. Playing Catwoman would let people experience the gray area between hero and thief-a morally complex character journey that few games really get to explore.
5. Deathstroke
Many superhero games focus on trying to do the right thing. This, however, makes the playing of the anti-hero so much more intriguing. Deathstroke would be all that is assassin-mercenary, as he should appeal to those people wanting a darker and more gritty experience. He would ultimately develop a game filled with all sorts of tactical missions, contract choices, and internal conflict as he threads that moral line between redemption and damnation.
Superhero games have come a long way in recent years but are only scratching the surface. Captain Marvel, along with Harley Quinn and Ghost Rider, offers interesting and original stories with gameplay opportunities. With the right vision, these heroes (and anti-heroes) can become the next stars defining the genre-with studios taking the risk of letting them lead.