Summary
- Marvel Rivals leak hints at new characters and maps, potential roster increase to 39 heroes.
- Closed Alpha test allows players to try out curated selection of heroes across two maps.
- Leak includes characters like Captain America, Thor, Wolverine, and more.
A huge Marvel Rivals leak has potentially revealed 20 new characters for the hero-shooter's roster, in addition to five new maps that could be on the way for the game. Marvel Rivals is a new hero-shooter game that's clearly inspired by Blizzard's Overwatch. An official release date for Marvel Rivals has yet to be revealed, but some lucky Marvel fans will have the chance to play it as early as this weekend.
The Marvel Rivals Alpha Test takes place from May 10 to May 20, and will give players the chance to try the game out using a curated selection of heroes across two maps. If Marvel Rivals is a success, the developers will no doubt flesh out the roster of heroes with characters from the gigantic Marvel universe. No announcements have been made in an official capacity, but a fresh datamine has potentially revealed 20 new characters that are on the way.
According to the leak by Miller Ross on Twitter, there is data in Marvel Rivals that points to Adam Warlock, Black Widow, Blade, Captain America, Cloak & Dagger, Jeff the Landshark, Hawkeye, Human Torch, Invisible Woman, Iron Fist (Lin Lie), Moon Knight, Mr. Fantastic, Psylocke, Squirrel Girl, The Thing, Thor, Ultron, Venom, Winter Soldier, and Wolverine being in the works for Marvel Rivals. Their dataming efforts have also leaked five new Marvel Rivals maps: Hydra Erebus Base, The Intergalactic Empire of Wakanda, Klyntar, Empire of Eternal Night, and Krakoa.
Marvel Rivals Leaked and Confirmed Heroes (Leaked in Bold)
- Adam Warlock
- Black Panther
- Black Widow
- Blade
- Captain America
- Cloak & Dagger
- Doctor Strange
- Jeff the Landshark
- Groot
- Hawkeye
- Hela
- Hulk
- Human Torch
- Invisible Woman
- Iron Fist (Lin Lie)
- Iron Man
- Loki
- Luna Snow
- Magik
- Magneto
- Mantis
- Moon Knight
- Mr. Fantastic
- Namor
- Peni Parker
- Psylocke
- Rocket Raccoon
- Scarlet Witch
- Spider-Man
- Squirrel Girl
- Star-Lord
- Storm
- The Punisher
- The Thing
- Thor
- Ultron
Marvel Rivals Leaked and Confirmed Maps (Leaked in Bold)
- Asgard
- Empire of Eternal Night
- Hydra Erebus Base
- Intergalactic Empire of Wakanda
- Klyntar
- Krakoa
- Tokyo 2099
If the leak is accurate, the Marvel Rivals roster will potentially balloon to 39 heroes. This is just one hero shy of the number of heroes Overwatch 2 has eight years after the original game came out, so it's likely these heroes will be added over the course of years. So far, Marvel Rivals only has 19 heroes confirmed in an official capacity, though the leaked roster includes some obvious inclusions like Captain America, Thor, and Wolverine.
Whether Marvel Rivals lasts enough to see all these heroes added to the lineup remains to be seen. There is certainly room for an Overwatch competitor, but time will tell how Marvel Rivals is received by the community. If the game's PC Alpha Test is a hit, hopefully it doesn't take too long to see Marvel Rivals get its official launch. It's also been suggested that Marvel Rivals could be coming to consoles, so fans should keep an eye out for more information on that front.
Marvel Rivals
- Released
- December 6, 2024
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!
- Developer(s)
- NetEase Games
- 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
