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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: Dec 5, 2024
Price (USD): Free
Current Players: 42k

Links:  Steam Store  SteamDB

Mostly Positive(77%)
fun gameplay
great visuals
regular updates
Marvel universe
gameplay enjoyment
monetization
competitive frustration
poor matchmaking
optimization issues
toxic community
unbalanced heroes
The sentiment around the game is mixed, with players experiencing fun and enjoyment from the unique Marvel characters and regular content updates. However, there is strong criticism of matchmaking and game optimization, with many citing that these issues lead to frustration in competitive play and diminish the overall experience. The community is perceived as unkind, contributing further to these sentiments. While there is excitement stemming from the Marvel IP and visual design, other core elements like player balance and community management significantly affect the game's reception.

Positive Points

  • Many players find the game fun to play, especially when navigating the Marvel universe and using well-known characters.
  • Regular content updates, such as adding new heroes and events, keep the game fresh and engaging.
  • The game's visuals and art style receive frequent praise for being vibrant and appealing.
  • Players appreciate that all heroes are unlocked from the start, providing accessibility to various playstyles.

    • Negative Points

  • The matchmaking system is widely criticized, often leading to unbalanced matches where either one team dominates or gets dominated.
  • Optimization issues are prevalent, with players reporting frequent performance issues, crashes, and high system requirements.
  • Players express frustration over hero balancing, indicating some heroes are overpowered while others are neglected.
  • The community is often described as toxic, with reports of throwers, toxic chat behavior, and an unwelcoming environment for new players.

    • Mixed Points

  • The gameplay is seen as both fun and frustrating, with moments of high enjoyment often followed by irritation due to balance or matchmaking problems.
  • The monetization model receives mixed feedback; while some appreciate the cosmetics, others feel that it takes too much focus away from improving the core gameplay.

    • Common Themes

  • Comparison to Overwatch is frequent, noting similarities in gameplay mechanics and hero design.
  • The game's addictiveness is a recurring theme, with players expressing a love-hate relationship due to enticing gameplay overshadowed by systemic issues.
  • Community behavior is frequently highlighted, often as a negative aspect affecting player enjoyment.
    • Updated 9/6/2026, 12:01:24 AM UTC
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