The Square Enix showcase at E3 2021 might have felt a little light on games, but what it lacked in quantity it more than made up for in quality with the reveal of Marvels Guardians of the Galaxy.This narrative shooter from the team behind the Deus Ex series will put you in the shoes of Star Lord as you work with the rest of Guardians to save the Galaxy from the latest and greatest threats.Guardians of the Galaxy might look a lot like Marvel Avengers, but a few key differences, like the single-player focus, hopefully mean that even if youre still feeling a bit burned by the latter, this will be one worth picking up. Want to know more? Read on for everything we know about Marvels Guardians of the Galaxy.Marvels Guardians of the Galaxy: cut to the chaseWhat is it? A single-player adventure starring the Guardians of the GalaxyWhen can I play it? October 26 2021 What can I play it on? PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One and Xbox Series X/S Marvels Guardians of the Galaxy: release date and priceDespite having only just been announced at Square Enixs E3 2021 showcase, Marvels Guardians of the Galaxy already has a release date. Even more surprisingly, its in only a few months: October 26, 2021. On that date youll be able to play Guardians of the Galaxy on both current and previous-gen hardware, as the game is coming to PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One and Xbox Series X/S.Preorders are also now live, and you can pick up one of three versions of the game. All the prices for each version are the same no matter what youre playing on. The base game will set you back $60 / £60 / AU$100, the Digital Deluxe Edition (which includes a digital artbook, soundtrack and two costumes) will sell for $70 / £70 / AU$115, and the Cosmic Deluxe Edition (which gives you a hardback artbook, steelbook case and digital soundtrack) costs $80 / £80.(Image credit: Eidos Montreal)If you choose to preorder Marvels Guardians of the Galaxy, youll also receive an early unlock of the Throwback Outfit Pack, which is a set of skins that suit the Guardians up in their classic comic book outfits. Marvels Guardians of the Galaxy: gameplayWhile this game looks a lot like Marvels Avengers, theres one key difference, as youll only be playing as one of the Guardians; team leader Star Lord. That doesnt mean youll be alone though. Throughout the game, youll be joined by the rest of the team including Rocket Raccoon, Drax, Gamora, and Groot - and youll be able to issue them commands in order to complete tasks and take down enemies.Playing as Star Lord means that well be shooting at aliens with his iconic dual blasters. Only some gameplay has been shown off right now, but it looks like his weapons can be upgraded and modified to deal different kinds of damage and have different effects. In the trailer, we can see Star Lord freeze enemies, and there are icons that look like fire and a lightning bolt which suggest future upgrades.Music, particularly classic 80s tunes, will play a key part in the gameplay too. The licensed soundtrack of around 30 songs wont just fade into the background, its incorporated into a mechanic called ‘Huddle. As explained by the games narrative director to IGN, while doing battle, the Guardians will slowly fill up a Huddle meter, using the ability will see the team take a time out to discuss the fight so far and get feedback from Star Lord. If you manage to draw inspiration from the right song and give the Guardians the pep talk they need, all their cooldowns will be reset and they'll be back to full strength. (Image credit: Square Enix)Marvels Guardians of the Galaxy: trailersDuring E3 2021, Square Enix treated us to two trailers for Marvels Guardians of the Galaxy. The first is a general reveal trailer giving an overview of the game's characters, themes and what players can expect.The second trailer gave us a more in-depth look at gameplay, showing how we'll be able to control Star Lord as well as giving commands to the rest of the Guardians.Marvels Guardians of the Galaxy: news and featuresChoices and repercussionsOne interesting feature well see return from the Guardians of the Galaxy Telltale game is the ability to make story choices.While it doesnt look like decisions will be massive, they will impact the gameplay and story in some way. In one sequence detailed by Eurogamer, during the story, youll have to choose one of Groot or Rocket to sell to Hellbender, the Monster Queen of Seknaf Nine. While the plan is to later break them out, you will be without that companion for a while and a ‘Rocket will remember that message indicates that your actions may have longer-term consequences too. (Image credit: Square Enix)Not just a copy of the MCUWhile fans will definitely recognize the Guardians of the Galaxy, these characters and their adventure wont just be a copy and paste of whats played out onscreen in the MCU already. Eidos Montreal has promised its own spin on the heroes, drawing on both the Marvel movies and the comics to create a story and game that any Guardians fan will enjoy.No DLC or microtransactionsOne of the most interesting announcements from the Marvels Guardians of the Galaxy reveal was the announcement that the game will have no DLC or microtransactions. That means if you buy the base game, youll be able to play everything Eidos Montreal has to offer. At this time we dont know if therell be any post-release content, but if there is any itll be free.Today's best Marvel's Avengers deals