Superman Returns is a based on the . It was developed by and published by in conjunction with and .
In the game, Superman combats , as well as other classic villains (including , , and ) as well as being able to play as Bizarro in one of the minigames. It was produced for the as well as the , and .
The game has an 80 sq. mile free-roaming map, and the character is able to fly into the generated in the game though not into the depths of the ocean surrounding the fictional city. Superman's complete array of superpowers are at the player's disposal, and the player is required to 'master' Superman's powers, because Superman might cause harm to the city if his powers are used incorrectly. If the player wishes to use , they must use the right power level, for too much power can lead to civilian casualties and destruction. Although at the beginning of the game you will start off using the most basic forms of Superman's powers and you will be required to upgrade them in order to achieve greater strength, speed, distance and damage.
As for the flying in-game, the player will be able to fly at different speeds, the maximum being 800 mph, which is faster than the . The faster Superman travels, . As stated above, each power will have different levels of energy
