Superhero
The superhero genre is one of modern mythology: larger-than-life heroes and villains with incredible powers face off in epic clashes of good versus evil! The recent rise in superhero media has pulled iconic heroes their rogues' galleries from the pages of comic books into movies, tv shows, video games, and of course, tabletop roleplaying games. Superheroes, as a genre, focus on the struggles of using immense power for good, maintaining a secret identity to protect your loved ones, the temptation to use power selfishly, and the strength of teamwork against impossible odds. All of this translates perfectly to roleplaying games, which allow players to create their own unique superhero or play with the powers and personality of their favorite existing heroes to play out dramatic action adventure stories. Hero customization and growth, using powers in creative ways, taking down legions of evil mooks, unraveling a nefarious scheme, and facing down the supervillain responsible in a climactic battle are the hallmarks of these superheroic fantasy games.
Popular Superhero RPGs
Masks: A New Generation
A giant robot is smashing down Main Street. Your best friend tried to kiss you. Your mom thinks your grades need work. Your mentor thinks your team is bringing you down. Oh, and your costume is ripped. Just another day in Halcyon City... Masks: A New Generation is a superhero roleplaying game in which a team of young heroes fights villains, saves lives, and tries to figure out who they are—noble paragons? Dark avengers? Or regular kids? All against the backdrop of Halcyon City, the greatest city in the world.
Marvel Multiverse Role-Playing Game
Take on the roles of Marvel's most famous Super Heroes—or create your own—to fight some of the most dangerous Super Villains in the Marvel Universe! Featuring the All-New, All-Different d616 System, the MARVEL MULTIVERSE ROLE-PLAYING GAME gives players the chance to explore their own corner of the multiverse. All you need is the book, three six-sided dice, and a group of friends. What're you waiting for? Start your adventure today!
Power Rangers Roleplaying Game
Become a Power Ranger and protect Angel Grove and the Earth against the evil forces of Rita Repulsa, Lord Zedd, Master Vile, and more in the epic world of Power Rangers! Whether you interrupt Rita’s monster attacks in her attempt of world domination or defeat the forces of the Machine Empire from invading Earth, there is no limit to the heroic stories you will tell. In the Power Rangers Roleplaying Game, create your ultimate Power Ranger persona by combining personal traits, childhood influences, and your chosen Ranger color to make a hero worthy of the Power!
City of Mist
Here's the lowdown: City of Mist is set in a modern city where legends are real people. Heroes, tricksters, and monsters are reborn inside ordinary people, regular Joes and Janes, who gain supernatural powers connected to their legendary alter-egos. Someone is running the show in this City, and it's up to you to find out who. Hit the streets. Collect the clues. Face small-time villains and demi-gods in epic showdowns. Solve not just the case, but also your own personal mystery and the secrets at the core of this very City. This is your City: gritty, corrupt, and rife with magic and mystery.
Frequently asked questions about Superhero
Blog links about Superhero
How to Create a Character for the Marvel Multiverse RPG
A step-by-step guide to re-creating your favorite hero in the Marvel Universe ready to roll, or making your own original character who would fit right into the Avengers!
RPGs That Make You Feel Like the Fantastic Four
Games that run the superhero gamut, from cosmic to street-level, to scratch that heroic itch!
RPGs That Let You Play as Superheroes
These TTRPGs let you live out the fantasy of being powerful enough to save the world!
Superhero Reviews and Actual Plays
Marvel Multiverse RPG Giant-Sized Special
Marvel collaborates with Glass Cannon Network on this superheroic romp through New York City.
Actual Play 'n' Learn of Masks RPG
Learn by listening how to play Masks, a dramatic superhero game about a team of teen heroes finding their identity.
Mutants and Masterminds with Saving Throw
Saving Throw show explores the classic supers system Mutants & Masterminds.