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

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: 37k

Links:  Steam Store  SteamDB

Mostly Positive(79%)
fun gameplay
unique characters
Marvel content
frequent updates
addictive
Overwatch comparison
hero balance
matchmaking issues
community toxicity
poor optimization
monetization
The reviews show a dual nature of appreciation and frustration. On one hand, players enjoy the game for its fun, strategic, and unique character-driven gameplay that stays true to the Marvel universe. On the other hand, the experience is marred by persistent issues with matchmaking, optimization, and community toxicity. While it offers an exciting experience for Marvel fans, the game requires patience due to its inconsistent balance and performance. Despite the allure of frequent updates and striking character designs, players express a need for substantial technical and community management improvements.

Positive Points

  • Players appreciate the fun and strategic gameplay, particularly when playing with friends.
  • The game is praised for its large variety of unique characters and interactive abilities that keep it engaging.
  • Many players enjoy the Marvel-themed content and find that it stays true to the characters' comic book roots.
  • The game is noted for its impressive character designs and frequent updates, which inject fresh content.
  • Negative Points

  • The game suffers from significant issues with matchmaking and balance, leading to unfair and frustrating player experiences.
  • Many reviewers criticize the game for toxic community behavior, including cheating, and the game's failure to curb such behavior with effective moderating tools.
  • The game's optimization is poor, causing technical issues such as FPS drops and long loading times that detract from the enjoyment.
  • Players are frustrated by the monetization strategies, including expensive microtransactions and the prioritization of cosmetic updates over gameplay improvements.
  • Mixed Points

  • While some players find the game extremely addictive and immersive, others find it contributing to stress and mental fatigue.
  • The game's comparison to Overwatch is mixed, with some praising the improvements while others see it as an uninspired clone with added characters.
  • The hero balance is divisive; some players appreciate the frequent changes, while others find it disrupts gameplay consistency and competitiveness.
  • Common Themes

  • The gameplay and character design are generally well-received, but significant technical and community issues are persistent.
  • The game's Marvel association is a strong draw, appealing to franchise fans despite other flaws.
  • There's a broad desire for better matchmaking and community management to improve the overall player experience.
  • Updated 1/9/2026, 12:01:51 AM UTC