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: 89k

Links:  Steam Store  SteamDB

Mostly Positive(79%)
fun and addictive
great art style
diverse characters
content updates
monetization approach
poor matchmaking
bad optimization
toxic community
The reviews have a sentiment, with enthusiasts praising aspects like the visual style and the Marvel character integration, while many find the matchmaking and community behavior to be problematic. Players enjoy the engaging hero action but are often frustrated by balance issues, optimization concerns, and the excessive size of the game.

Positive Points

  • Many players find the game fun and addictive, particularly Marvel fans who appreciate the blend of familiar characters and superhero action.
  • The game's art style and character designs have been praised for being visually appealing and expressive.
  • The diversity of the character roster is successful, offering unique abilities and playstyles that contribute to dynamic gameplay.
  • Negative Points

  • A significant number of players are critical of the matchmaking system, citing it as unfair and frustrating, particularly in competitive modes.
  • The game's size and optimization issues have been a major point of contention, with many users reporting frequent crashes and high system demands.
  • The community is often described as toxic, with grievances about disrespectful behavior and a lack of effective moderation.
  • Mixed Points

  • While there is appreciation for the frequent updates and new content, some players feel that the focus on new characters and skins overlooks critical gameplay balance and bug fixes.
  • The game's approach to monetization is seen as both positive and negative; players appreciate the free-to-play aspects but criticize the push for microtransactions and pricey cosmetics.
  • Common Themes

  • There is a recurring theme of players comparing this game to Overwatch, often citing it as an 'Overwatch clone' but with a Marvel twist.
  • Many reviews highlight balance issues with certain characters, particularly in relation to support characters and their abilities.
  • The game evokes a love-hate relationship among players, with many expressing simultaneous enjoyment and frustration.
  • Updated 1/2/2026, 12:01:07 AM UTC