Summary
- Marvel Rivals' Game Director claims the game will avoid Concord's fate by prioritizing player engagement and fun.
- Marvel Rivals' free-to-play model and unique gameplay could help set it apart from Concord.
- NetEase's dedication to Marvel IP and frequent updates may attract players to Marvel Rivals.
NetEase developer Guangyun Chen rejects the idea that Marvel Rivals is anything like Concord because of its dedication to the players. Concord is the latest failed attempt at a hero shooter, but Marvel Rivals may not repeat the mistakes that resulted in its discontinuation.
Concord is a game that was released in August and discontinued in September due to its small audience. This set a record low for live service titles, as the game had only been live for two weeks before PlayStation shut the door on its few dedicated fans. Since then, Concord fans have spotted the game being sold at various stores despite the inability to play it. Marvel Rivals Game Director Guangyun Chen is confident that the Marvel hero shooter won't follow Concord's mistakes.
The Gamer recently held an exclusive interview with Marvel Rivals Game Director Guangyun Chen in which Concord was brought up. According to Chen, Marvel Rivals is distinct from Concord because NetEase intends to prioritize the player base and the game's fun factor. The Game Director also stated that Marvel Rivals' unique gameplay will help the game stand out from other hero shooters. This may be because most characters in the game utilize their superhero abilities in place of the guns that are typically used in the hero shooter genre. Chen also emphasized dedication to the Marvel IP and storyline, whereas Concord was a new IP that intended to introduce its characters through cinematics.
Marvel Rivals Could Avoid Concord's Mistakes
Because Marvel Rivals will be free to play, the hero shooter already has one benefit that Concord was missing. This lack of an entry fee could enable a broader audience to play the game that may have otherwise overlooked it. As making the game fun is core to NetEase's ideology for the upcoming hero shooter, it's likely to be a fundamental aspect of the game. This may suggest that subsequent updates to the game will continue to focus on maintaining a player's ability to have fun. Concord was on PS5 and PC, while Marvel Rivals is expected to release for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S, which could also play in its favor. Although NetEase is confident in the game's success, Marvel Rivals may be missing cross-progression when it launches.
While Marvel Rivals is in the same genre as Concord, it seems to be distinct enough to draw players who passed on the PlayStation game. As NetEase is dedicated to evolving the foundations of Marvel Rivals through updates, future content drops may encourage people to try or return to 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
- Franchise
- Marvel
- Platform(s)
- PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, PC
- Genre(s)
- Third-Person Shooter, Action, Multiplayer
