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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

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: 76k

Links:  Steam Store  SteamDB

Mostly Positive(78%)
fun combat
Marvel characters
visual design
social experience
EOMM
monetization
hero diversity
gooner material
matchmaking
toxic community
poor optimization
game balance
The general sentiment towards 'Marvel Rivals' is highly polarizing. Players enjoy the fast-paced combat and Marvel character roster, yet they struggle with toxic community and imbalanced matchmaking. The game's large file size and system demands further complicate its appeal. Frequent updates and engaging gameplay keep some players hooked, but many others are driven away by toxic interactions and poor balance.

Positive Points

  • Many players praise the game's fast-paced, fun combat and enjoy the recognizable Marvel characters.
  • The game is appreciated for its variety, including multiple game modes and frequent updates that keep the content fresh.
  • The visual and artistic design of the game is often highlighted as impressive, with detailed character models and environments.
  • Players find the game to be an enjoyable social experience when playing with friends.

    • Negative Points

  • A common criticism is the game's matchmaking, which many players find to be imbalanced and frustrating, often pairing uneven teams.
  • The community is frequently described as toxic, with numerous reports of toxic behavior, throwers, and negative interactions affecting gameplay.
  • The game suffers from technical issues such as poor optimization, with complaints about high system demands and large file sizes.
  • Players often express dissatisfaction with the game's balance, particularly regarding the perceived overpowered new characters and underpowered older ones.

    • Mixed Points

  • While some players find the game's monetization practices acceptable, others criticize the heavy monetization, including FOMO and gacha mechanics.
  • Hero diversity and gameplay mechanics receive mixed reviews; some enjoy the complexity and variety, while others feel it complicates the game unnecessarily.

    • Common Themes

  • Comparison to Overwatch is prevalent, with many players switching from Overwatch, sometimes preferring Rivals, while others criticize similar issues.
  • The introduction of Engagement Optimized Matchmaking (EOMM) and its impact on game balance is frequently mentioned, with criticism on its effect on gameplay satisfaction.
  • Gooner material, or overly sexualized character skins, is noted, with opinions divided on their appeal or appropriateness.
  • Players commonly mention the significant potential for enjoyment if certain aspects of the game—like community and balance—were improved.
    • Updated 4/22/2026, 12:00:56 AM UTC
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