Summary
- Marvel Rivals launches with 33 characters, including Black Widow, Iron Fist, and Wolverine.
- New additions like Squirrel Girl and Cloak and Dagger contribute to the diverse roster.
- The game offers nine maps and promises free future updates with more characters and content.
Marvel Rivals has finally revealed all 33 characters that will make up its launch roster. After a successful beta, Overwatch competitor Marvel Rivals is getting ready to launch to the masses. When the game releases on Friday, December 6, it will be bringing a sizable roster of 33 Marvel characters with it.
The Marvel Rivals roster has grown significantly since the beta, with characters like Captain America, Hawkeye, Moon Knight, and the Winter Soldier confirmed for the lineup. Still, fans have been waiting for NetEase to properly reveal all the characters that would be in the hero shooter at launch, and now it finally has thanks to the game's launch trailer.
The newly-released Marvel Rivals launch trailer gives fans a cinematic look at the various characters that have been revealed so far, as well as five new additions. It's now been confirmed that the Marvel Rivals roster will feature Black Widow, Cloak and Dagger (as a single playable character), Iron Fist, Squirrel Girl, and fan favorite Wolverine at launch.
Marvel Rivals Full Launch Roster
- Adam Warlock
- Black Panther
- Black Widow
- Captain America
- Cloak and Dagger
- Doctor Strange
- Groot
- Hawkeye
- Hela
- Hulk
- Iron Fist
- Iron Man
- Jeff the Land Shark
- Loki
- Luna Snow
- Magik
- Magneto
- Mantis
- Moon Knight
- Namor
- Peni Parker
- Psylocke
- Punisher
- Rocket Raccoon
- Scarlet Witch
- Spider-Man
- Squirrel Girl
- Star-Lord
- Storm
- Thor
- Venom
- Winter Soldier
- Wolverine
Black Widow, Iron Fist, and Wolverine likely need no introduction, but there may be some fans who aren't aware of characters like Squirrel Girl and Cloak and Dagger. Squirrel Girl has a furry tail, powerful teeth, the ability to communicate with squirrels, superhuman strength, and various other abilities tied to her squirrel gimmick. Cloak and Dagger, meanwhile, are a unique superhero duo with abilities that complement each other well. Cloak is able to teleport using "darkforce" and Dagger is able to create daggers using "lightforce." Needless to say, they should make rather unique additions to the Marvel Rivals lineup.
Now that all the playable characters have been revealed, the next step is for Marvel Rivals to release to the masses. Marvel Rivals is set to launch on December 6, and it's bringing with it 33 playable characters and nine maps. Marvel Rivals maps include locations based on Wakanda, Asgard, and more, with eight maps for the standard game modes and one of them built for the Conquest mode. This is significantly more content than was in the Marvel Rivals beta, with even more planned for the future. All future Marvel Rivals characters and maps will be added completely free of charge, which should ensure fans regularly have something new to experience in the game.
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
