Marvel 1943: Rise of Hydra – Everything we know
YouTube: Marvel EntertainmentMarvel 1943: Rise of Hydra is a brand new superhero video game set during WWII. Here is everything we know about the upcoming title ahead of its release.
While the Marvel Cinematic Universe may be undergoing a major shift due to audience dissatisfaction and low critical scores since Endgame, the video game world has never been stronger.
The likes of the Spider-Man games are giant hits for gamers, not to mention Marvel Rivals being a smash-hit multiplayer title to round out 2024. However, there’s even more on the horizon.
Well-renowned game developer Amy Hennig has been working in secret with Skydance Media to develop a completely separate Marvel gaming experience. While details about the game were sparse, we now know that the new game will be called Marvel 1943: Rise of Hydra and is set to release sometime in the very near future.
New footage and details are trickling in for what is already shaping up to be a big title for Uncharted creator Hennig and Marvel fans across the globe. With that being said, here is everything we know about Marvel 1943: Rise of Hydra.
YouTube: Marvel EntertainmentDoes Marvel 1943: Rise of Hydra have a release date yet?
No, there’s currently no exact release date set in stone for Rise of Hydra, though we do know to expect it sometime in 2025.
Obviously, plans can always change throughout development, but as recently as a December, 2024 interview, devs remain confident in hitting the 2025 target.
Rise of Hydra story details
YouTube: Marvel EntertainmentMarvel 1943: Rise of Hydra will focus largely on the presence of the notorious Marvel organization during the 1940s. With the leader at the time, Red Skull taking charge.
According to the official synopsis for the game, Marvel 1943: Rise of Hydra will include the following story beats:
“In the chaos of war, worlds collide. Skydance New Media and Marvel Games share an original story where an ensemble of four heroes must overcome their differences and form an uneasy alliance to confront their common enemy.”
We know it’s set to be a globetrotting adventure amid the backdrop of WWII, taking players across a number of key locations. One of those was revealed in an interview with Entertainment Weekly, as studio lead Amy Hennig confirmed Wakanda will play a pivotal role.
Marvel 1943: Rise of Hydra cast and characters
As one would expect from a Marvel game focusing on Hydra and set during the 1940s, the upcoming game will include Captain America himself. However, the title will include a twist to what MCU fans may be familiar with in that Cap will be joined by other heroes to help take down Hydra.
Black Panther is revealed to be a prominent figure in the game and a playable character. With T’Challa’s grandfather Azzuri taking up the mantle of the Black Panther during this time period.
As well as this, the game will feature a variety of secondary characters many will be familiar with, including Howard Stark as well as other members from Wakanda. The list of confirmed voice actors for Marvel 1943: Rise of Hydra includes:
- Drew Moerlein as Steve Rogers/Captain America
- Khary Payton as Azzuri/Black Panther
- Megalyn Echikunwoke as Nanali
- Marque Richardson as Gabriel Jones
- Joel Johnstone as Howard Stark
- Lyne Renée as Julie
Marvel 1943: Rise of Hydra trailers
While no gameplay trailers have been revealed at the time of writing, a brand new story trailer for Marvel 1943: Rise of Hydra was recently unveiled.
The footage gives fans their best look yet at the new game, what the story will be and what kind of gaming experience fans are in for.