Leaked Footage Shows EA’s Iron Man Game Soars
Leaked footage reveals EA's Iron Man game features impressive flight mechanics and combat that could redeem the studio after Anthem's failure.
The update
Early footage from EA Motive’s upcoming Iron Man game has leaked online, showing gameplay that appears to be from an early development build. The footage, shared on ResetEra and other platforms, showcases Iron Man’s flight mechanics, combat sequences, and character appearances including Tony Stark, Pepper Potts, and James Rhodes. The game appears to be set primarily in Chicago rather than New York City, with locations including Japan and a SHIELD Helicarrier. The footage contains placeholder assets and is watermarked as “AUG26 TEST,” indicating it’s still a work in progress.
Why it matters
This leak comes after years of silence from EA Motive about the project, amid multiple rounds of layoffs and project cancellations at the company. The gameplay appears to borrow elements from Anthem’s flight mechanics while adding Iron Man-specific combat and suit customization. If the final product delivers on what’s shown in the leaked footage, it could represent a redemption for EA after the disappointing reception of Anthem. The game also appears to draw inspiration from EA Motive’s previous work on Dead Space and Star Wars Squadrons.
What to watch
Whether EA will officially comment on the leak and provide a release timeline. How the final game compares to this early footage, particularly the flight mechanics and combat systems. Whether the game will follow the MCU continuity or take inspiration more directly from the comics. What other Marvel characters might appear in the final game.
Sources
- kotaku.com — details about the leaked footage and gameplay elements
- polygon.com — information about the game's setting, characters, and customization features