In just over three months, Marvel Rivals will reach its first anniversary, marking a significant milestone for the game. Developed by NetEase, this hero shooter was initially launched on December 6, 2024, and has since experienced remarkable growth. The game's character roster has expanded to include more than 30 heroes, featuring iconic figures like Iron Man and Spider-Man, alongside...

Fans of Marvel Rivals are eagerly awaiting Angela's arrival in the upcoming season 4, viewing her as a valuable addition to the roster. Her presence excites many because it addresses the shortage of tank characters, but more importantly, because Angela is an openly lesbian hero, bringing LGBTQ+ representation to the forefront of the game. Historically, players interpret a character’s...

Netease, the developer behind Marvel Rivals, has established itself as a capable force in the gaming industry. The company often projects confidence through interviews, demonstrating a strategic approach to monetization and a willingness to engage with its player base—traits that are increasingly rare in the live service genre. However, recent balance adjustments have cast doubt on their...

Marvel Rivals boasts a diverse cast of characters interconnected through various relationships, enhancing the game's interactive experience. Unique mechanics like team-up moves—such as Bucky and Captain America colliding or Johnny dropping the Thing from above—create dynamic gameplay moments that encourage player engagement and camaraderie. Excitingly, a new feature is on the...

Upcoming Character Reveals A recent leak from Marvel Rivals has potentially unveiled six characters currently in development for future updates, following the conclusion of season 4. The latest season 4 update has officially gone live, introducing Angela, a celestial warrior, as a new vanguard hero. Angela wields a spear and shield, and possesses the ability to fly, adding a fresh dynamic to...

Next week marks the arrival of Marvel Rivals on PlayStation 4, a development that surprises many given the hardware’s age and capabilities. Players familiar with current-generation consoles know that even high-end systems sometimes face performance issues when rendering complex scenes, especially during dramatic moments like Doctor Strange summoning portals in battle. Yet, Netease has...

Player Decline in Marvel Rivals Since its debut, Marvel Rivals Season 4 has introduced fresh content and new features, yet it has struggled with declining player engagement. The game, a free-to-play 6v6 hero shooter developed by NetEase in collaboration with Marvel Games, launched its latest season on September 12. This update brought exciting additions such as Angela, a flying tank, a new...

Marvel Rivals offers players an entertaining experience most of the time, but the ranked mode often leaves much to be desired. The presence of smurfs and veteran players dropping due to rank decay creates a chaotic environment, making the matchmaking feel unpredictable and unbalanced. Sometimes you face a seasoned Eternity player who dominates, and other times you face novices, which disrupts...

Season 4 of Marvel Rivals is approaching, bringing an array of exciting new features and content. Titled "Heart of the Dragon," this update is set to launch on September 12, 2025, introducing more than just visual upgrades. Players can look forward to two new heroes, Angela, a Vanguard, and Daredevil, joining the roster. Additionally, this season marks the debut of PlayStation 4 support,...

Recently, Netease responded to allegations that Marvel Rivals is essentially a "gooner game," a term often associated with provocative or revealing content. During an interview, creative director Guangyun Chen, known by his nickname Guangguang, was asked about this label. Rather than denying it outright, he acknowledged that the game’s skins draw heavily from Marvel's comic source...