TL;DR
Step into the ring with Invincible VS, the brutal new fighting game that brings the hit animated series to your console. Experience the intense rivalry between Omni-Man and Mark Grayson through a condensed story mode featuring iconic voices like J.K. Simmons. Whether you’re chasing native 4K perfection on the PS5 Pro or enjoying high-speed action on the standard PS5, the game perfectly captures the show's signature gore and dark humor. While the classic brawler mechanics offer a challenge for enthusiasts, the stunning animations make every bone-crunching combo feel like it’s pulled straight from the screen. It’s a must-play for fans of the franchise looking to master the Viltrumite lifestyle, but does it offer enough depth to hook casual gamers? Dive into our full review to see if this superhero showdown delivers a knockout blow.
Invincible VS is based on the popular TV series Invincible, which in turn is based on the comic book of the same name. In short, there are superheroes, and the mightiest and strongest of them all is Homelander, sorry, I mean Omni‑Man. Omni‑Man turns out to be anything but good, and thus it is up to his son Invincible, to stop his father’s rampage.
Similarities to other series
Invincible has quite a few similarities to The Boys, and it is therefore quite fitting that both series are available on Prime. I was a bit mean above, because the series are not carbon copies of each other, but the general theme that superheroes can be jerks is clear. This is a trend that both Watchmen and Brightburn have already explored, but there is something thrilling about seeing how badly things can go if the one possessing these powers is anything but good. Suddenly, we understand why Batman is so suspicious of the wholesome Superman.
The game’s setup and voice actors
But now it’s not the TV series we’re looking at, but the fighting game Invincible VS, where you can take control of most of the characters from the series. There is a story mode where we follow a condensed version of the plot, and although most of the actors from the series reprise their roles, such as J.K. Simmons (Omni‑Man) — Steven Yeun (Invincible) is not included. Instead, it is video game veteran Aleks Le who provides the voice. I can’t find an explanation as to why, but I imagine the other voices are samples from the series and that they needed to record new material for the main character, which made it cheaper to hire another actor.
Gameplay and feel
Invincible VS is essentially a classic fighting game where every character has their own special moves and strikes. Learning everyone’s combos takes a little time, but once you master them, the game becomes more and more fun. Personally, I’ve always struggled with this type of game as they, in my opinion, become incredibly repetitive, even if in this case I like both the characters and the story.
Tone, gore, and pace
The game is wonderfully bloody, and the twisted humor from the series is also present here. The setup is simple: after a short cutscene, you are thrown directly into the next battle. Sometimes, when you lose, another character can take over so that you can continue playing. There are many difficulty levels, so you can find a level that suits your playstyle.
Performance on Playstation 5 Pro
I tested Invincible VS on Playstation 5 Pro and got to enjoy native 4K at a stable 60 FPS, even during very effect-heavy sequences. Loading times are between 1–2 seconds, which feels perfectly fine. The cutscenes are as well-made as the animations in the TV series, so it really feels like playing the battles directly from the series.
Performance on Playstation 5
On the standard Playstation 5 the image is rendered in upscaled 4K, which results in slightly edgier graphics. The console tries to maintain 60 FPS but can drop some frames during more effect-heavy battles. Loading times are also slightly longer at 2-4 seconds, but still well within reasonable limits.
In summary, Invincible VS is a decent fighting game. For those who love the series and the genre, this is a must. But for the rest of us, who have a more lukewarm interest in the series and aren’t as fond of fighting all the time, there isn’t enough new content to keep interest alive, even if it is different characters making short work of each other.
Skybound Entertainment sent a review code for this test. Senders of material have no editorial influence on our tests.
