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: 38k

Links:  Steam Store  SteamDB

Mostly Positive(79%)
Marvel characters
fun with friends
art style
engaging mechanics
frequent updates
game updates
free-to-play model
Overwatch comparison
unbalanced matchmaking
toxic community
poor optimization
balancing issues
competitive frustrations
The general sentiment of the reviews highlights a visually appealing and fun game with frequent updates and diverse Marvel characters. However, the matchmaking, balance issues, and community interactions are repeatedly criticized. Players have a love-hate relationship with the game, enjoying it for its content but finding the technical aspects frustrating.

Positive Points

  • The game has a wide range of characters from the Marvel universe, which many players find enjoyable and diverse.
  • Players appreciate the game's art style and character design, often describing it as visually impressive.
  • The game is praised for offering engaging mechanics and being fun to play, especially with friends.
  • Frequent updates and new content such as characters and skins keep the game fresh for many players.
  • Many players find the game to be a solid experience if they like hero shooters or Marvel characters.
  • Negative Points

  • The game's matchmaking system is widely criticized for being unbalanced and unpredictable.
  • Many players express frustration with the in-game community, describing it as toxic.
  • The game's optimization is often mentioned as poor, with issues like frame drops and large file sizes affecting performance.
  • Balancing issues are a common complaint, with new characters often being perceived as overpowered.
  • Competitive play is criticized for being unfair due to factors like poorly matched teams and exploitative ranking systems.
  • Mixed Points

  • The game's frequent content updates are seen as both a positive for keeping the game fresh and a negative due to unbalanced new characters.
  • The free-to-play model with optional microtransactions is appreciated for allowing access without payment but critiqued for additional monetization elements like skins and passes.
  • The game is compared to Overwatch, with some players finding it a better adaptation while others prefer traditional FPS hero shooters.
  • Common Themes

  • Matchmaking and balance are the most frequently mentioned issues, affecting both casual and competitive play.
  • Many reviews mention the game's addictive nature, despite its flaws, with players often citing a love-hate relationship.
  • Character diversity and Marvel tie-ins are widely appreciated, but the implementation of some new characters is often controversial.
  • Updated 2/19/2026, 12:01:45 AM UTC