At the Xbox Games Showcase 2025, Invincible VS emerged as one of the most talked-about reveals, promising a tag-fighter built by Quarter Up—home to alumni from Killer Instinct and Double Helix. Publisher Skybound Entertainment plans a 2026 launch on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S. The goal: fuse over-the-top comic violence with competitive mechanics in a way modern fighters rarely attempt.
Quarter Up’s core team brings decades of fighting-game expertise. Designers responsible for frame-perfect combos and netcode engineers who ensured Killer Instinct’s smooth online play are at the helm. Skybound’s involvement and Robert Kirkman’s direct oversight on story sequences reinforce a commitment to quality. This collaboration sets expectations for both polished gameplay and faithful adaptation of the Invincible universe.
Invincible VS features cinematic story mode chapters scripted and supervised by Kirkman himself. Voice work from the Amazon series cast, stylized comic-book textures, and dynamic camera angles strive to capture the source material’s tone. Unlike many licensed fighters, narrative segments are interwoven with gameplay challenges rather than relegated to skippable cutscenes.
Several hurdles could temper expectations. The final roster size remains unconfirmed, raising questions about content variety at launch. Netcode reliability and balance patches will be critical—past spiritual successors have stumbled on matchmaking delays and unaddressed character imbalances. There is also the specter of microtransactions or paid DLC affecting community perception if implemented injudiciously.
Invincible VS’s combination of seasoned developers, brutal visual flair, and structured training tools positions it as a strong contender in the tag-fighter arena. If Quarter Up sustains its current trajectory—refining online play and delivering a balanced, content-rich launch—the game could redefine expectations for licensed fighting titles in 2026. Early alpha previews suggest a tight combat loop and vivid presentation; the real test will come when the community takes to ranked matches and tournament brackets.