10 Marvel Heroes For The New Mystery Game

10. Gambit

If we're thinking logically, this one is almost certainly off the table. Gambit isn't an X-Men headliner like Wolverine or Cyclops, so why would Hennig and Skydance choose him, of all people?

Well... because he's cool. Having been raised in the Thieves' Guild, he inhabits a world of deception and secrecy. If there's one thing Hennig and her team did better than arguably anyone else, it's characterisation and interpersonal dynamics. The relationships between Nate, Sully, Elena, Chloe, and the rest of the supporting cast felt real, genuine, and sincere. The LeBeau Clan Thieves' Guild could yield some strong supporting characters and some thoroughly juicy character drama.

Then there's the gameplay. Gambit's powers aren't so over-the-top that they'd outclass or overshadow the rest of the game. His powers are a good fit for the world he inhabits, and - more importantly - they're fun and dynamic. They'll keep players engaged, and they're versatile enough to offer a variety of combat approaches.

While Remy LaBeau is definitely an outside-the-box choice, he deserves his time in the sun, and Amy Hennig could be the one to give it to him.