The Marvel universe has firmly established itself as a titan in the realm of entertainment, stretching its influence across movies, TV shows, and video games. Originally springing from its roots as a comic book juggernaut, Marvel has permeated nearly every corner of popular culture, with no plans of slowing down. Video games based on Marvel properties aren’t exactly a recent trend, but the company is really kicking things up a notch with some intriguing projects in the pipeline intended to extend its hold in the gaming industry.
Fans are buzzing with anticipation for upcoming titles like Marvel’s Wolverine, Blade, and projects from EA centered around Iron Man and Black Panther. On top of that, Marvel Rivals has made a big splash, successfully uniting some of the franchise’s most beloved characters for a multiplayer showdown. Amid this flurry of Marvel excitement, one character stands out with immense potential for gaming glory — Ghost Rider.
### Marvel’s Ghost Rider Should Get a Bigger Gaming Spotlight Before the MCU
Speculation is running wild that Ghost Rider might make an appearance in the Avengers: Doomsday film. If these whispers hold true, it would mark Ghost Rider’s return to the big screen since the 2007 movie featuring Nicolas Cage. Yet, before such a cinematic comeback, the world of gaming presents a golden opportunity to reacquaint audiences with Ghost Rider, making sure he’s fresh in fans’ minds.
#### Rumors Surrounding Ghost Rider’s Planned Return to Film
Just to keep everyone in the loop, as of now, Avengers: Doomsday is slated for a May 1, 2026 release, although this date might shift.
#### Ghost Rider Rumors Go Beyond the MCU
Marvel’s cinematic universe isn’t the sole arena buzzing with Ghost Rider rumors. A tantalizing leak hints that Parker Robbins, also known as The Hood, could be headed to Marvel Rivals soon. While The Hood’s notoriety as a villain in the Marvel realm is well-established, he’s also recently donned the Ghost Rider mantle in the comics. Whether this transition will be reflected in Marvel Rivals remains unclear, but it would certainly lay the groundwork for a memorable character introduction.
Moreover, the potential arrival of Parker Robbins in Marvel Rivals could serve as a clever precursor to his role in the MCU. Robbins is lined up as the main adversary in the forthcoming Ironheart mini-series, paving the way for him to potentially take up the Ghost Rider title even before Avengers: Doomsday sees the light of day. This is all speculative, but wouldn’t Marvel Rivals make for an exciting platform to tease such a crossover?
#### Ghost Rider is an Ideal Video Game Character
Ghost Rider has been on the wish list for many Marvel Rivals fans, so fingers crossed that Parker Robbins’ speculated debut finally brings him into the game. The idea of utilizing Ghost Rider’s fiery abilities and cruising around on his iconic chopper would inject even more thrill into the game. Whether or not Ghost Rider eventually rolls into Marvel Rivals, his unique powers make him an exciting prospect for the title’s growing roster, especially after some exposure in Marvel’s Midnight Suns.
It’s worth noting that everything about Ghost Rider, be it tied to the MCU or Marvel Rivals, is simply rumor until we get some official word. Still, the potential reemergence of such an underrated character is undeniably thrilling. Ghost Rider’s look is iconic, and imagining how he could be presented in a new way stirs up a lot of excitement.
