Summary
- Marvel Rivals will feature 25 characters at launch without needing grind or microtransactions for unlocks.
- Psylocke will join Marvel Rivals, showcasing a ninja-inspired redesign and unique abilities.
- Fans await Psylocke's official release date in Marvel Rivals, excited for her offensive and supportive potential.
Marvel Rivals' next playable character Psylocke has leaked online. Coming out later this year, Marvel Rivals is a team-based PVP shooter featuring superheroes and villains with unique abilities that stay true to the original Marvel characters.
Marvel Rivals will have a total of 25 playable characters available at launch, including the likes of Captain America, Winter Soldier, and Black Panther. The best part is that players reportedly won't have to grind EXP points or purchase them through microtransactions to unlock them. Plus, considering the vastness of the Marvel universe, the Net Ease title will likely add more characters and maps in future updates.
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One exciting character that's allegedly coming to Marvel Rivals is none other than Psylocke from X-Men. Leaker 404 Leak shared a short Twitter video showing Psylocke sporting a new look and leaving pink and purple butterflies after disappearing. Past Marvel Rivals leaks have teased that Psylocke might become playable in the future, and this short animation might be the confirmation that excited fans might need.
When is Psylocke Launching in Marvel Rivals?
There's still no confirmed release date for Psylocke, so Marvel Rivals fans will have to wait for Net Ease to make an official announcement. However, many of them have already expressed their excitement to main Psylocke once she becomes available. A number of players also praised Psylocke's redesign in Marvel Rivals, which sees her wearing ninja-inspired gear and not her usual purple and black ensemble. This is also in line with Marvel Rivals' other redesign decisions, like updating Spider-Man's look to make certain elements look more striking.
The Story Behind Psylocke As a Ninja
- Marvel Rivals' Psylocke looks similar to a ninja, which is new for many Marvel fans.
Psylocke is a powerful mutant psychic and Otherworlder known for using telepathy, telekinesis, and psionic weapons in battle. Although she's usually seen brandishing a psionic sword or katana in various Marvel media, she wasn't officially classified as a ninja until she switched bodies with Kwannon, a ninja assassin from The Hand, in the Uncanny X-Men comic series. It's quite possible that Marvel Rivals' version of Psylocke is inspired by Uncanny X-Men's iteration of the mutant.
Considering Psylocke's offensive abilities, it's also possible that she might be classified as a Duelist in Marvel Rivals like Magik. This role includes characters that deal significant damage to opponents, making them the best frontliners to eliminate opponents. Psylocke could become a good melee character that could also provide support using her telekinetic powers. On the other hand, this could mean that Marvel Rivals might need to release more Strategists and Vanguards because the game might become too Duelist-heavy upon launch.
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
