Super hero kid games have been released in handheld and home console versions.
Though kids may admire super heroes, some of the video games featuring popular characters are intended for teens or adults instead. However, there are super hero video games intended for children. Whether wanting to control characters like Spider-Man or Captain America, kids can find specific games catered visually and contextually for their age level.
Marvel Super Hero Squad
"Marvel Super Hero Squad" was released in 2009 for PSP, Playstation 2, Nintendo DS and Wii. Featuring 14 heroes including Hulk, Captain America and Spider-Man, the game has shortened, stylistically younger versions of popular characters. Villains in the game include Doctor Doom, Magneto, Loki and Mole Man. The game features single player and multiplayer modes, and is based on the television show and toy line of the same name.
The Incredibles: Rise of the Underminer
"The Incredibles: Rise of the Underminer," is a video game sequel to the Pixar film "The Incredibles." The game takes the fictional family of super heroes and pits them against the villain Underminer. Picking up from the final scene of the film, the game begins a new story in single player and multiplayer modes. The game was released for Playstation 2, Gamecube, Nintendo DS, Game Boy Advance, XBox and home computers.
Teen Titans
"Teen Titans," based on the animated television show, involves characters such as Robin, Cyborg, Beast Boy and Raven. Players battle villains such as Cinderblock and Slade. The game was released for Playstation 2, Gamecube and XBox in 2006. Players must defeat villain after villain until the game's final showdown.
Ben 10: Protector of Earth
"Ben 10: Protector of Earth" gives kids the chance to act as the child superhero Ben Tennyson. Released for Playstation 2, PSP, Nintendo DS and Nintendo Wii in 2007, the game takes characters and situations from the Cartoon Network television show "Ben 10." Players fight villains including Doctor Animo, Vilgax and Sixsix. The game is rated "E" for everyone.
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