Summary
- Valkyrie may join Marvel Rivals, as her debut has been teased by a leaker.
- Valkyrie, a popular Marvel character, could bring diversity to the game's roster while fitting in nicely with the other Asgardian characters.
- No information on her release date, abilities, or role were provided in the leak.
A Marvel Rivals leaker has teased that Valkyrie will be one of the upcoming characters to join the game's roster. Marvel Rivals was released with 33 playable characters among well-known comic book heroes and villains. With so much potential to explore in the long term, it didn't take long for the community to discover what to expect from the game in the future.
Recently, an exciting Marvel Rivals leak revealed new characters, maps, and several team-ups on their way to the game. One of the highlights is Deadpool's potential debut after the Merc With a Mouth returned to the spotlight with a new movie. Another leak revealed that Marvel Rivals will soon add a new skin for Doctor Strange. The cosmetic gives the Sorcerer Supreme a zombified appearance, similar to his look from Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness.
Now, leaker X0X_LEAK teases that Valkyrie will be the next Marvel Rivals playable character. They shared the info on their Twitter along with an image of the character played by Tessa Thompson, who fans first saw when the MCU entry Thor: Ragnarok released. It's important to say that the leak doesn't give any more information about the character, such as whether she'll be a Duelist, Strategist, or Vanguard, what her abilities will be, her release date, or which version of the Valkyrie will be added to the free-to-play title.
Leak Teases Valkyrie's Debut in Marvel Rivals
The Valkyrie is one of several Marvel Comics characters who comes from Asgard, and she has become very popular with fans in recent years. The fearless leader of the order of warriors known as the Valkyrior, comic book fans have encountered several versions of the character over the years. Some are very old, like the ones in Avengers #83 (1963), and Thor #296 (1966). Others are more modern, like the version seen in Fearless Defenders #1 (2013), a storyline centered on a team of female heroes led by the Valkyrie and Misty Knight. In addition to the comics and the MCU, the character has appeared in games such as Marvel Future Fight and LEGO Marvel Universe, and animated projects such as Wolverine and the X-Men & Avengers: EMH.
As always, it's important to note that information from leaks can change or turn out to be false, so players should take each revelation with a grain of salt until an official announcement is made. If confirmed, Valkyrie's debut will mark the addition of another Asgardian character to the Marvel Rivals cast. The NetEase shooter currently features Hela, Thor, and Loki, who are, respectively, Duelist, Vanguard, and Strategist heroes.
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
