Summary
- NetEase releases new stats and data based on which characters are picked and win the most across all game modes.
- Jeff the Land Shark is the most picked hero for Quickplay, while Mantis has the highest win rate.
- Storm has one of the lowest pick rates, though that may change thanks to upcoming Marvel Rivals Season 1 buffs.
NetEase reveals all sorts of hero data in Marvel Rivals, letting fans see who is the most picked, least picked, and who has the highest win rate through the first month. Marvel Rivals has stormed out of the gates after launching in early December, becoming a massive hit for developer NetEase who now looks to continue that momentum into Season 1.
The big reveal for Season 1 for many fans is the inclusion of The Fantastic Four into Marvel Rivals. All four members will make their debut in the game, with Mister Fantastic and Invisible Woman joining at launch, followed by The Human Torch and The Thing sometime during the middle of the season. With new content on the horizon, NetEase is taking one last look back at the first month, showcasing the game's most, and least, picked heroes.
Future Marvel Rivals Seasons Will Feature Half the Content of Season 1
NetEase Games makes a statement telling players to expect less content following the conclusion of Marvel Rivals Season 1: Eternal Night Falls.
Ahead of the Season 1 launch, NetEase reveals the "Hero Hot List" for Marvel Rivals, letting fans see which characters are the most picked and who wins the most across Quickplay and Competitive prior to the next season. Unsurprisingly, Jeff the Land Shark is a fan-favorite Marvel Rivals character, being the most picked hero for Quickplay matches, while Cloak & Dagger tops the list for Console competitive players and Luna Snow for the competitive PC folks.
Marvel Rivals Most Picked Heroes
- Jeff the Land Shark - Quickplay (PC and Console)
- Cloak & Dagger - Competitive (Console)
- Luna Snow- Competitive (PC)
While Jeff appears to be one of the most popular characters in Marvel Rivals, the land shark isn't the character that has the highest win rate on the roster. Across all roles, platforms, and game modes, Mantis actually takes the number 1 spot. Surprisingly, the Strategist hero has an over 50% win rate in both Quickplay and Competitive (56% and 55% respectively), followed closely by characters like Loki, Hela, and Adam Warlock. As Season 1 of Marvel Rivals launches on January 10, these numbers could drastically change.
On the opposite end of the spectrum is Storm, a Duelist character that has been heavily criticized by fans due to her lackluster damage output and frustrating playstyle. She comes in with a horrific pick rate of 1.66% in Quickplay and an even worse 0.69% in Competitive. However, Storm's fortunes may be about to change as Marvel Rivals revealed balance changes for Season 1, with the X-Man set to recieve plenty of buffs.
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
