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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: 97k

Links:  Steam Store  SteamDB

Mostly Positive(77%)
Marvel characters
fun with friends
solid mechanics
hero balance
monetization
competitive environment
bad matchmaking
poor optimization
toxic community
Players enjoy the unique Marvel experience and playing as fan-favorite characters, but broken matchmaking and poor optimization overshadow these positives. The game suffers from criticisms regarding toxic community behavior, which detracts from its potential enjoyment. Many players find excitement in cooperative play with friends, though frustrations with technical stability and character balance persist. Overall, while it has a strong thematic appeal, the game's shortcomings in technology and community management are significant deterrents for sustained play.

Positive Points

  • Many players praise the game for its enjoyable use of Marvel characters, allowing fans to engage with heroes and villains they love.
  • The game is noted for its fun interactions when played with friends, with team-up abilities creating exciting moments.
  • Some users appreciate the variety of characters and the game mechanics, which provide a unique Marvel experience compared to other shooters.

    • Negative Points

  • The matchmaking system receives extensive criticism for being horribly broken and unbalanced, often leading to frustrating experiences.
  • Players frequently report issues with game optimization, citing performance problems such as lag, crashes, and high resource demands.
  • There is significant dissatisfaction with the game's community, often described as toxic, especially in competitive modes.

    • Mixed Points

  • While the hero balance is a contentious point, some players enjoy the challenge, whereas others find it frustratingly inconsistent.
  • The game's monetization and focus on skins receive mixed reactions, with some appreciating the variety, while others feel it distracts from improving gameplay functionality.
  • The game's competitive environment can be both rewarding and stressful, depending heavily on team dynamics and matchmaking.

    • Common Themes

  • A love for Marvel characters drives many players to engage with the game, despite its flaws.
  • Community and matchmaking issues create a common frustration among users, impacting enjoyment and game longevity.
  • The game's visual style, character design, and thematic alignment with Marvel are generally well-received, contrasting with criticisms of technical performance.
    • Updated 8/17/2026, 12:01:06 AM UTC
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