Summary

• Marvel Rivals prioritizes fun over competitive balance, focusing on providing an enjoyable experience for all players.
• Despite not being the top priority, the developers analyze data to prevent any character from being too dominant or oppressive.
• The game’s flashy and impressive abilities cater to both casual and competitive players, with a focus on accessibility and enjoyment.

A developer of Marvel Rivals clarified the team’s stance on the game’s competitive play balance, saying that it isn’t the top priority compared to tuning the game’s other aspects. Available for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X and S, Marvel Rivals brings together heroes and villains from across the Marvel multiverse to compete against each other in team-based battles.

Despite only being a few months old, Marvel Rivals has easily become one of the biggest multiplayer hits of the year so far. Millions of players came to try one of the largest hero shooter rosters around, populated by creative interpretations of iconic Marvel characters. That list is set to grow further as Marvel Rivals launches new content seasons and playable characters.