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
DualShock Controller Support
DualShock Controller Support
DualSense Controller Support
DualSense Controller Support
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: 5 Dec, 2024
Price (USD): Free
Current Players: 72k

Links:  Steam Store  SteamDB

Mostly Positive(77%)
fun with friends
engaging gameplay
Marvel theme
dynamic updates
Season 9 update
character balance
addictive nature
unbalanced matchmaking
poor optimization
visual clutter
toxic community
The general sentiment about the game is polarized. While many players enjoy the variety of heroes and find it fun with friends, numerous criticisms point to matchmaking issues, visual clutter, and poor optimization. The recent Season 9 update has both introduced new content and caused dissatisfaction among existing fans due to changes in game mechanics. Community feedback highlights the game's addictive nature, but also stresses the need for improvements in balance and game performance.

Positive Points

  • A variety of heroes keeps the gameplay fresh and engaging.
  • The game is particularly fun and rewarding to play with friends.
  • Fans of Marvel find the game's theme and characters highly appealing.
  • The updates regularly add new content which keeps the game experience dynamic.
  • Negative Points

  • Matchmaking is widely criticized for being unbalanced and frustrating.
  • The game suffers from severe optimization issues leading to crashes and poor performance.
  • Visual clutter from effects makes it difficult to follow the gameplay during team fights.
  • Some players find the community to be toxic and unwelcoming.
  • Mixed Points

  • The Season 9 update introduced significant changes that received mixed reactions due to balance concerns and increased visual clutter.
  • Character balance with newer updates and changes, such as the rework of heroes, has polarized opinions.
  • Common Themes

  • The correlation between visual clutter and performance issues is frequently mentioned as a major detractor.
  • Many reviews emphasize the strong influence of player community on game enjoyment, which varies from supportive to toxic.
  • There is a recurring comparison with other hero shooters, particularly Overwatch, which influences player expectations.
  • Updated 7/16/2026, 12:01:29 AM UTC