Summary
- Marvel Rivals uses bot lobbies for players on losing streaks.
- However, bot lobbies only appear for quick game loss streaks, not competitive play ones.
- Some players see bot lobbies as a confidence booster, while others wish they could be turned off.
A new report suggests that Marvel Rivals developer Netease Games is using a unique strategy for bot lobbies in its game, which involves using them only when a player loses consecutive games in a row. Bot lobbies are always looked down upon in competitive games, but it seems like Marvel Rivals' approach has gotten the community divided instead of outright angering a majority of fans.
Marvel Rivals has quickly climbed up the ranks and established itself in the third-person shooter genre. Considering that the genre has been dominated by games like Overwatch and Paladins, Marvel Rivals' success is quite commendable, to say the least. However, there are a few aspects fans aren't happy with, and bot lobbies are one of them - at least for some gamers.
In a new post on the Marvel Rivals subreddit, user ciaranxy shares a detailed report they compiled about bot lobbies in Marvel Rivals. Contrary to the common belief that bot lobbies only appear when players are new to the game, apparently, the report suggests that it also occurs if players end up losing consecutive matches in Quickplay mode. On top of that, allegedly, players get placed in a team with four human teammates and one bot, while their opponent team is filled with bots altogether. The user also notes some cues players should look at to identify bot accounts, as they reportedly have their level set to 1 and account privacy set to restricted.
Marvel Rivals Fans Divided Over Bot Lobbies
This report has divided the Marvel Rivals community. On one hand, there are players who absolutely despise the idea of bot lobbies altogether, similar to other competitive games like Fortnite. However, there is a sizeable chunk of players who think that bot lobbies in Quickplay aren't that bad since they don't affect the competitive aspect of Marvel Rivals, as the ranked mode lacks this feature. Not to mention, some feel that it is probably a good confidence booster for them to get a few kills and wins in bot lobbies after having a few rough games.
As far for the players who are against it, they want an option to allow bots or not in the matchmaking settings. They think that it is unfair for players to encounter bot lobbies outside of the AI modes in the game. Some feel that the developers are doing it to artificially inflate the skill perception of players, which will end up keeping them engaged for longer. Marvel Rivals' Season 1 is just a few days away, so it will be interesting to see if the developers address these bots in the next community update.
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
