What If...? Season 3 Episode 1 What If... the Hulk Fought the Mech Avengers?
20What If...? Season 3 Episode 1 What If... the Hulk Fought the Mech Avengers?
The premiere of What If...? Season 3, titled "What If... the Hulk Fought the Mech Avengers?", was released on December 22, 2024. This episode presents a unique alternate reality where Bruce Banner's attempt to rid himself of the Hulk leads to catastrophic consequences, resulting in the emergence of a new colossal creature known as the Apex Hulk. This creature, born from Bruce's gamma radiation experiments, spawns smaller monsters, creating a chaotic scenario that requires intervention from a new team of Avengers.
Episode Overview
Plot Summary: The episode begins with an homage to 80s cartoons, showcasing a fictional series titled "Go-Avengers, Heroes of the Gamma War." As Bruce Banner seeks to eliminate the Hulk by bombarding himself with more gamma radiation, he inadvertently creates the Apex Hulk. This massive creature, devoid of Bruce's conscience, wreaks havoc and commands an army of smaller kaiju-like Hulks.
The Mech Avengers: In response to this threat, a team known as the Mech Avengers is assembled. Led by Sam Wilson (Captain America), this group includes Bucky Barnes, Monica Rambeau, Moon Knight, Nakia, Shang-Chi, Red Guardian, and Melina Vostokoff. They pilot advanced mech suits designed specifically to combat the Hulk and his monstrous minions.