Marvel Rivals

Marvel Rivals

December 6, 2024
UK Netease Interactive Entertainment Limited
4.2/5.0(167,058 reviews)
ActionFightingShooter
Mixed

Player feedback on Marvel Rivals is highly polarized, with many praising the game's character roster and engaging gameplay, while others criticize the matchmaking system and community toxicity. Overall, the responses reveal enjoyment of the game's mechanics and love for Marvel characters but express frustration over balance and optimization issues.

About This Game

A 6v6 hero shooter built on the Marvel roster, where the distinguishing idea is Team-Up skills: specific character pairings unlock combined abilities, so squad composition matters before a shot is fired. Maps are heavily destructible, and the game has kept a fast seasonal cadence of new heroes since launch.

Reception is genuinely split, and along predictable lines. The roster, presentation and moment-to-moment fighting draw real enthusiasm; the sustained complaints are matchmaking quality, performance, cosmetic pricing and the temperature of the community. Free to play and rated Teen, it is the only game here built for regular competitive sessions rather than a campaign, which makes it the pick for players who want an ongoing team game and the wrong one for anyone after a story with an ending.

Themes

superherofantasyurbancompetitionfriendship

Mechanics

combatcharacter-creationcustomizationlevelingmultiple-endingsstory-drivendialogueachievements

Platforms

PS5

Multiplayer

Online Players:12
Co-op Supported

Game Information

ESRB Rating:ESRB Teen
Languages:
ArabicChinese (Simplified)Chinese (Traditional)EnglishFrench (France)GermanItalianJapaneseKoreanPolishPortuguese (Brazil)RussianSpanishSpanish (Mexico)ThaiTurkish

Gameplay

Modes
MultiplayerCo-operative
Perspective
Third person

Player Reviews

Mixed

Player feedback on Marvel Rivals is highly polarized, with many praising the game's character roster and engaging gameplay, while others criticize the matchmaking system and community toxicity. Overall, the responses reveal enjoyment of the game's mechanics and love for Marvel characters but express frustration over balance and optimization issues.

Pros

  • Large roster of beloved Marvel characters
  • Engaging gameplay mechanics
  • High-quality graphics and animations
  • Frequent updates and support from developers
  • Fun for fans of Marvel comics

Cons

  • Poor matchmaking leading to unbalanced games
  • Toxic community behavior and negative player interactions
  • Issues with game optimization and performance
  • Expensive cosmetic items
  • Lack of cross-progression between platforms

Based on 113 reviews from playstation, steam

Screenshots

Gameplay Video

Marvel Rivals PS5 Gameplay [4K 60FPS]

Marvel Rivals — Frequently Asked Questions

Is Marvel Rivals worth playing?
Marvel Rivals has a mixed reception from players, holding an average score of 4.2 out of 5 across 167,058 reviews.
Is Marvel Rivals free to play?
Yes — Marvel Rivals is free to play on the PlayStation Store, so you can download and start playing at no cost.
Is Marvel Rivals single-player or multiplayer?
Marvel Rivals supports multiplayer and co-operative. Online play supports up to 12 players.
What platforms is Marvel Rivals available on?
Marvel Rivals is available on PS5.
When did Marvel Rivals release?
Marvel Rivals released on December 6, 2024.
What is Marvel Rivals's age rating?
Marvel Rivals carries an ESRB rating of ESRB Teen.