Marvel Rivals
Action
Free To Play
Multi-player
PvP
Online PvP
Co-op
Online Co-op
Cross-Platform Multiplayer
Steam Achievements
Full controller support
In-App Purchases
Family Sharing

Marvel Rivals is a Super Hero Team-Based PVP Shooter! Assemble an all-star Marvel squad, devise countless strategies by combining powers to form unique Team-Up skills and fight in destructible, ever-changing battlefields across the continually evolving Marvel universe!

Developers: NetEase Games
Publishers: NetEase Games
Release Date: Dec 5, 2024
Price (USD): Free
Current Players: 94k

Links:  Steam Store  SteamDB

Mostly Positive(77%)
fun characters
Marvel IP
free-to-play
frequent updates
Overwatch comparison
art style
team-based gameplay
bad matchmaking
performance issues
toxic community
unbalanced heroes
The overall sentiment towards Marvel Rivals is mixed. While some players praise the variety of Marvel characters and the game's fun elements, there is a significant amount of criticism towards matchmaking and performance issues. The game is seen as free and enjoyable with friends, yet many players express discontent with the toxic community and the balancing of heroes. Improvement in these areas could significantly enhance players' experiences.

Positive Points

  • The game is praised for its variety of characters and the Marvel IP, which adds excitement and recognizable characters to the gameplay.
  • It offers a free-to-play model where most cosmetics can be acquired without spending money, though some require purchase.
  • A portion of the player community finds the game very fun, smooth, and addictive, especially when played with friends.
  • Frequent updates with new characters and content keep the game fresh and engaging for many players.
  • Negative Points

  • Matchmaking is widely criticized, with many players finding it unbalanced and leading to poor gaming experiences.
  • The game suffers from performance issues, including crashes and high resource demands that can strain even decent hardware.
  • The community is often described as toxic, with frequent reports of harassment, throwing, and poor sportsmanship.
  • There is significant dissatisfaction with the game's hero balancing, with complaints that new heroes are overpowered and older ones are neglected.
  • Mixed Points

  • The game's art style and graphics are appreciated by many, though some feel it's overly focused on cosmetic appeal at the expense of gameplay development.
  • Some players enjoy the fast-paced, chaotic style of the game, while others find it overwhelming and difficult to keep track of the action.
  • While some players love the challenge and variety of team-based gameplay, others feel frustrated by the heavy reliance on team composition and strategy, which can vary greatly depending on matchmaking.
  • Common Themes

  • There is a recurring comparison to Overwatch, with mixed opinions on whether Marvel Rivals is better or worse.
  • Many players mention the game's potential if key issues like matchmaking and balancing are addressed.
  • The use of Marvel characters is a significant draw, though some players feel the implementation doesn't always do the characters justice.
  • Updated 6/27/2026, 12:01:13 AM UTC