The Amazing Spider-Man and Captain America in Dr. Doom's Revenge!

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This side-scrolling brawler lets you swap between Spider-Man and Captain America as they battle through Dr. Doom’s lair to prevent a nuclear disaster. Each hero has distinct attacks, think web-swinging jabs and shield slams, with moves varying depending on how close you are to enemies. Health depletes as you trade blows with henchmen like The Rhino and Electro. Progress through levels by surviving waves of fists and projectiles, with shifting controls keeping the rhythm tight and chaotic. Between stages, animated comic panels recap the action and hint at the next challenge, blending game and story in a way that felt fresh for early 90s arcade-style brawlers. Though it hit shelves in 1989, the game’s frenetic combat and dual-hero setup have kept it a cult favorite among retro fans. Its release on multiple 8-bit and 16-bit systems made it oddly accessible for its time, even if the pixelated visuals and repetitive enemy patterns show their age. Still, the chance to fight as two Marvel icons in a Dr. Doom plot remains a niche highlight.