Marvel Rivals is one of the best hero shooters to have come out in recent years. Of course, there have been other hero shooters, but they have either been shut down or are having a hard time competing with Marvel Rivals. Since Marvel Rivals is all the rage, it should not be surprising that players can also participate in elaborate tournaments.

Marvel Rivals players think Psylocke's ultimate is overpowered.
What Does Ace Mean in Marvel Rivals?

Whilst playing Marvel Rivals, players may notice the word 'Ace' in multiple scenarios. This guide explains what it means and where it tends to appear.

If you are considering participating in a tournament or two, why not join a Faction? The Faction system allows you to play with friends or find like-minded individuals. Unfortunately, the system is somewhat hidden, which prevents players from taking advantage of it. This guide will cover everything there is to know about creating and joining Factions in Marvel Rivals.

How To Create A Faction In Marvel Rivals

Create Faction Options in Marvel Rivals

To create a Faction in Marvel Rivals, here is what you need to do:

  1. Launch Marvel Rivals.
  2. Make your way to the Main Menu.
  3. Select Tournaments.
  4. Select Create Faction.
  5. Follow the onscreen instructions, including choosing a name, region, rules, etc.
  6. Once you are done, select Create Faction.
  7. After creating your Faction, you can access it from the Tournaments tab.
  8. Now, you can invite players to join your Faction. Also, you can customize it at any time.

How To Join A Faction In Marvel Rivals

Join Faction Options in Marvel Rivals

If you do not want to create a Faction, you can join one instead. To do so, follow these simple steps:

  1. Launch Marvel Rivals.
  2. Make your way to the Main Menu.
  3. Select Tournaments.
  4. Select View Factions.
  5. Go through the list or search for one you have in mind.
  6. Select Apply to Join.

Select View More under the Faction’s emblem to find out details about platform preference, region, and more.

You will not be able to join a Faction immediately after hitting Apply to Join, as it may take some time before you are admitted. Additionally, some Factions might be full, preventing you from joining them. You can only join a faction if it states that it is “Free to Join.”

How To Leave A Faction In Marvel Rivals

If you do not like the Faction you have joined, you can leave it to join another by following these steps:

  1. Launch Marvel Rivals.
  2. Make your way to the Main Menu.
  3. Select Tournaments.
  4. Go to your Faction’s homepage and go through the list of players.
  5. Find your name, and select it.
  6. Now, select Leave Faction.
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Third-Person Shooter
Action
Multiplayer
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Top Critic Avg: 78 /100 Critics Rec: 84%
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Released
December 6, 2024
ESRB
T For Teen // Violence
Developer(s)
NetEase Games
Publisher(s)
NetEase Games
Engine
Unreal Engine 5
Multiplayer
Online Multiplayer, Online Co-Op
Cross-Platform Play
Limited - console crossplay, no PC crossplay
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WHERE TO PLAY

DIGITAL
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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
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