Each character has their own range of special powers, which can be used in the levels to access secret areas, uncover collectibles, and solve puzzles. Each of the levels sees you beating up baddies, solving basic puzzles, and smashing up everything that looks even vaguely LEGOy, before rebuilding it into something much more useful at the touch of a button.
With full support for two player co-op, LEGO Marvel's Avengers is a pick up and play game that works great on its own, but is even better with a friend.