Ever since Marvel Rivals dropped, I’ve been daydreaming nonstop about what a DC version could look like. I’m not alone—plenty of folks in the community have been theory-crafting which DC icons and hidden gems would shine brightest in a flashy, ability-driven hero shooter. The rumor mill suggests developers are at least thinking about it, so why not jump the gun? I’ve grabbed my favorite characters, sorted them by roles, and thought up how their powers could translate into chaotic, team-based fun. Strap in, because this is my dream lineup.
10. Green Arrow – The Trick Arrow Ace
Suggested Role: Damage
If you’ve ever lined up the perfect Hawkeye shot in Marvel Rivals, you already know how Oliver Queen would feel. Green Arrow’s playstyle would revolve around precision archery with a twist: a quiver full of trick arrows. Explosive tips, net arrows for crowd control, and even a boxing-glove arrow for a bit of slapstick knockback. I picture him gliding across rooftops with a zipline arrow, giving him that high mobility edge over other snipers. He’s not just a point-and-click character either—Ollie can scrap up close thanks to his martial arts training, though he’ll always shine brightest when kiting enemies at range. And can we talk team-ups? Pairing him with Black Canary would unlock sonic-empowered arrows that shatter barriers. Speedy, Emiko Queen, and even the tough-guy brick wall known as Brick could fill out an archery-themed squad.
9. Aquaman – The Atlantean Anchor
Suggested Role: Tank
I know, I know—the fish-talking jokes write themselves. But Arthur Curry is a powerhouse, and in a hero shooter he’d be the frontline brawler you don’t want to ignore. With superhuman strength and nearly indestructible Atlantean skin, he’s a natural Tank. I see him wielding his trident for wide-sweeping melee combos and stabbing thrusts that disrupt enemy formations. His command over the sea could become a devastating ultimate: imagine summoning a colossal tidal wave or a shark stampede that floods an area, slowing foes and dealing damage over time. Hydrokinesis isn’t just his gimmick though—Mera could appear as a Support, using water constructs to shield allies and sprinkle healing droplets. And the rogues? Black Manta with his optic blasts, King Shark as a feral damage dealer, and Aqualad adding versatility with water-bearers. The game practically writes itself when the ocean enters the fight.
8. Zatanna – The Backwards Mage
Suggested Role: Damage
Magic users always bring that unpredictable flair, and Zatanna Zatara is the queen of stage presence. She’d make a spectacular Damage caster, flinging elemental blasts, telekinetically hurling debris, and effortlessly teleporting out of sticky situations. The real showstopper, though, would be how she casts spells. In the comics she speaks backward—imagine her voicelines reversing mid-ult! But she’s also used blood writing and, in her 2025 run, sign language. That opens up a mechanic I’d love: deflecting incoming projectiles by tracing a quick sigil in the air, or using charged hand signs to empower abilities. A bit like Scarlet Witch but with more crowd-control finesse. Zatanna could also bring along mystical friends like Constantine for team-ups that combine hexes with holy water. She’s the wild card every roster needs.
7. Gotham City Sirens – The Terrible Trio of Chaos
Suggested Role(s): Varies
Why pick one when you can have an entire dysfunctional team? Catwoman, Harley Quinn, and Poison Ivy are a match made in chaotic heaven. Catwoman would be a lithe Damage dealer, using her whip for mid-range lashes and a pounce ability to close gaps. Harley’s more of a brawler with a pop-gun and her iconic mallet, probably packing a “crazed frenzy” mode that boosts attack speed. Ivy, on the other hand, is the Support who could nearly solo-heal a team—she’d lay down thorny vines that leech life from enemies and convert it into healing spores for allies. Their team-up ability would be the stuff of legends: maybe Ivy entangling a target while Catwoman and Harley go in for a synchronized beatdown. Plus, villains like the Joker or a cameo from the Riddler could create absolutely bonkers synergies. It’s the golden trio of Gotham, ready to break the meta.
6. Birds of Prey – Precision and Girl Power
Suggested Role(s): Varies
The Birds of Prey are a tactical dream team. Black Canary’s Canary Cry would be a cone-like stun that shatters projectiles, making her a disruptive Damage dealer. Batgirl (or Oracle in a mission-control capacity) could lay down high-tech traps, and Huntress brings the crossbow precision for aggressive picks. But the real wildcard is Big Barda as the Tank, towering over everyone with her mega-rod and Apokoliptan durability. I’d love to see Orphan (Cassandra Cain) as a stealthy assassin capable of reading player inputs for a brief dodge buff. Lady Shiva and Cheshire could round out the roster as high-risk, high-reward duelists. The Birds offer that methodical, ability-combo gameplay that feels so satisfying in a hero shooter—you’ll want to master their rhythm.
5. Titans – Graduated Sidekicks, Full Heroes
Suggested Role(s): Varies
From the 2003 animated series to the modern comics, the Titans hold a special place in my heart. Nightwing is the acrobatic Damage, flipping around much like Batman but with a more agile, staff-swinging style. Starfire’s starbolts could weave between healing allies and melting enemies, making her a flex Support/Damage. Donna Troy is the straightforward Tank with a lasso and bracelets, acting like a junior Wonder Woman. Then you’ve got Raven balancing light and dark—imagine a resource meter that shifts her between healing and demonic damage modes. Cyborg brings utility with a deployable turret shoulder cannon and tech shields, while Beast Boy morphs into animals to fill any needed role temporarily. Yes, a T-Rex ultimate is non-negotiable. Throw in Kid Flash for speed flanks and Deathstroke as a precision Duelist, and you’ve got a roster within a roster.
4. The Flash – The Speedster Menace
Suggested Role: Damage
Okay, I’ll admit it: a character who can outrun bullets needs to be tuned carefully. The Flash would be a glass cannon Duelist—low HP but with insane movement abilities. I picture him zipping in with a rapid-fire combo, applying stacks of “vibration” that detonate for bonus damage, then phasing through walls or into the ground to avoid retaliation. His ultimate could have him run literal circles around an area, creating a vortex that pulls enemies inward. Phasing could also grant temporary invulnerability, but with a long cooldown to keep things fair. The Rogues gallery is stacked with potential: Captain Cold’s ice barriers, Mirror Master’s decoy portals, and Grodd’s psychic Tank playstyle. Even Captain Boomerang would fill that annoying poke niche. The Speed Force opens the door to some of the most creative gameplay loops imaginable.
3. Wonder Woman – The Amazon Bulwark
Suggested Role: Tank
Diana is the epitome of a frontline guardian. She’d have a large HP pool, naturally, but her kit would revolve around controlling space. The Lasso of Truth pulls enemies out of position, while her bracelets can absorb incoming damage and release a shockwave. Her sword and shield combo lets her duel other Tanks effectively, and the invisible jet might even materialize as a mobility tool or ultimate escape. I’d love to see team-ups with Nubia, who brings a spear-focused style, or Cheetah as a fast, bleed-inflicting melee Damage. Donna Troy, Cassie Sandsmark, and Yara Flor as Wonder Girls could form a rotating squad of Tanks with different flavors. And villains like Circe or Grail would add magical and dark-matter twists. Wonder Woman isn’t just strong—she’s the glue holding the team together.
2. Superman – The Kryptonian Sky-Tank
Suggested Role: Tank
Superman needs no introduction, but his role in a hero shooter would be awe-inspiring. He’d be a flying Tank, patrolling the skies and diving down to create seismic shockwaves. Heat vision beams, frost breath to freeze enemies in their tracks, and super-strength punches that send opponents flying into walls. His HP would be among the highest, but his hitbox would be massive to balance that. The real fun starts with his supporting cast: Krypto the Superdog as a companion that harasses foes, Supergirl with a faster-paced variant, and villains like Lex Luthor. Lex in his warsuit could be a Support/Tank hybrid, deploying kryptonite-dispensing drones that debuff Superman specifically. Doomsday as a rampaging melee monster and Brainiac as a tactician Support with drone summons would make every match feel like an event. Oh, and a team-up where Superman and Wonder Woman reflect each other’s powers? Yes, please.
1. Batman – The Ultimate Duelist
Suggested Role: Damage
The Dark Knight had to top this list. Batman would be a high-skill-ceiling Damage dealer, relying on stealth, gadgets, and brutal combos. He’d have no traditional superpowers, but his utility belt would be the deepest kit in the game: smoke pellets for obscuring vision, Batarangs for quick poke, explosive gel for trapped walls, and gliding cape for horizontal map traversal. His ultimate could be a “surprise takedown” where he disappears and reappears to grapple an enemy in shadows. The Bat-Family expands possibilities infinitely—Nightwing as a faster, more acrobatic alternative; Red Hood with dual pistols and lethal aggression; Robin (Tim or Damian) with a staff and training drills. And the villains? Joker’s laughing gas area denial, Riddler’s trap-laying puzzles, Mr. Freeze’s ice path control, and Talia al Ghul’s assassin stealth. Batman’s world alone could fill half a game, and that’s why he’s my number one pick.
This list is just the tip of the iceberg. The DC universe is so rich that even my top ten barely scratches it. Which characters would you add? A Green Lantern with construct-building mechanics? Shazam as a lightning-powered bruiser? Let’s keep the conversation going, because if a game like this ever hits our screens, we’re all going to need a main—or ten.