Summary
- Marvel Rivals debuts on Nvidia GeForce Now, offering cloud-based gameplay on various devices.
- The game's popular due to its large cast of iconic Marvel characters and comic-inspired graphics.
- Marvel Rivals' addition to GeForce Now can enhance the service's value for fans who don't have a high-end game console.
Hit hero shooter Marvel Rivals has debuted on GeForce Now, making it playable on almost any online device. Operated by tech giant Nvidia, GeForce Now serves hundreds of different games besides Marvel Rivals via cloud streaming.
Though it debuted early in December 2024, Marvel Rivals is easily the hottest new multiplayer game going into 2025. The large cast of playable Marvel Rivals characters draws from a pool of some of the most recognizable superheroes ever, rendered in an attractive comic-inspired style. That style even led fans to draw comparisons between Marvel Rivals and other triple-A superhero games like Marvel's Spider-Man 2 and Marvel's Avengers, searching for the best in-game representation of such iconic heroes. Unfortunately for some, that same graphical quality puts Marvel Rivals out of the reach of some players, particularly those who don't own a gaming PC or a high-end game console like a PlayStation 5 or Xbox Series machine.
Rumor: Marvel Rivals Leak Teases Five New Heroes
Another Marvel Rivals leak is shared, and it teases the arrival of five new heroes, including two names well known to comic book fans.
The latest announcement from NetEase Games, however, could put Marvel Rivals on a much wider range of devices. An update on the Marvel Rivals Steam page confirmed that the game is now accessible via GeForce Now, Nvidia's cloud-based game streaming service. Players with a GeForce Now membership can access Marvel Rivals via the service and play the game via the cloud. The debut of the game on GeForce Now comes right on the heels of the launch of Marvel Rivals Season 1, which adds the members of iconic super team the Fantastic Four.
Marvel Rivals Launches on GeForce Now Cloud Gaming Service
One of the strengths of GeForce Now is its device compatibility. Players with a membership can access many games they already own on Steam or the Epic Game Store via the cloud, playing them on smartphones and tablets or even via web browsers. In addition, GeForce Now's cloud servers simulate high-end gaming hardware that may be better than what players have access to via their personal PCs or consoles. Provided they have a decent internet connection, a GeForce Now membership could save a potential player from having to play Marvel Rivals on a low-end PC.
Marvel Rivals also adds a serious dose of value to the GeForce Now service. Since GeForce Now mainly acts as an extension of players' existing game libraries, players who own fewer games could get less out of the service. Adding a popular new free-to-play title like Marvel Rivals to the stable makes the service more appealing to players who don't already own well-stocked gaming hardware. Further, it may help offset some divisive changes to the service, like having to deal with ads on the free tier, or the addition of a GeForce Now playtime limit.
Marvel Rivals
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OpenCritic Reviews
- Top Critic Avg: 78 /100 Critics Rec: 84%
- Released
- December 6, 2024
- ESRB
- T For Teen // Violence
- Developer(s)
- NetEase Games
- Publisher(s)
- NetEase Games
WHERE TO PLAY
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!
A Deep and Varied Marvel Roster
Choose from a vast array of fan-favorite and cult-classic Marvel Super Heroes and Super Villains from across the Avengers, Guardians of the Galaxy, X-Men, and many more from across the Marvel Multiverse.
Fast and Fun 6v6 Action with Ever-Changing Game Dynamics
With intricate environments, fast-paced gameplay, and ever-changing battlefields, there's never a dull moment in Marvel Rivals! Battle as Super Heroes and Super Villains with incredible abilities and combine your powers to bring unexpected fun to the battlefield in a matter of seconds.
Dynamic Hero Synergy
Coordinate unique combinations between characters to ignite surprising Team-Up Skills! Unleash the synergy of combined superpowers and invent new tactics that can turn the tide of combat. Ride on Groot's back as Rocket Raccoon to take on your enemies as a dangerous duo, unleash Gamma energy as Hulk to charge Iron Man's armor for massive damage, and so much more!
Creative Environment Destruction
Tear your way through iconic Marvel worlds across destructible environments! From Asgard to the Tokyo of 2099, use superpowers to alter these environments, reshape the terrain, and craft a strategic advantage on the battlefield! Take cover to dodge attacks or use makeshift weapons to strike down enemies. Players will find countless ways to utilize the environment to claim victory!
Continually Evolving Universe and Robust Post-Launch Updates
The Marvel Multiverse brings infinite possibilities! Each seasonal drop will introduce new Super Heroes to the battlefield along with challenging and diverse maps! Unlock new content to implement across various gameplay strategies while experiencing thrilling action and endless possibilities in these adventurous team battles!
- Engine
- Unreal Engine 5
- Multiplayer
- Online Multiplayer, Online Co-Op
- Cross-Platform Play
- Limited - console crossplay, no PC crossplay
- Cross Save
- No
- Franchise
- Marvel
- Number of Players
- 1-6
- Steam Deck Compatibility
- Unknown
- PC Release Date
- December 6, 2024
- Xbox Series X|S Release Date
- December 6, 2024
- PS5 Release Date
- December 6, 2024
- Platform(s)
- PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, PC
- Genre(s)
- Third-Person Shooter, Action, Multiplayer
- How Long To Beat
- 7.5 hours
- X|S Optimized
- Yes
- File Size Xbox Series
- 20 GB
- OpenCritic Rating
- Strong
