Marvel is teaming up with NetEase Inc. to put all the universes power in your hands withMarvel Rivals.
The new title is set to redefine the gaming landscape.
So, Avengers assemble as we delve into all the juicy details inMarvel Rivals everything we know so far!
What is Marvel Rivals?
With six player slots for each team, battles unfold across a multitude of worlds within theMarvel Universe.
According to the creators,Marvel Rivalsis described as a cooperative, Super Hero team-based PvP shooter!
Story
Sticking to its foundations,Marvel Rivalsnarrative draws the spotlight on Doctor Doom.
This collaboration leads to a catastrophic event called the Timestream Entanglement.
Gameplay
Marvel Rivalswears its iconic showdown battles on its sleeve with its gameplay.
With six members per team, players will battle across ever-changing battlefields.
you’re able to also rope in our teammate for a combined effect that unleashes team-up skills.
Ideally,Marvel Rivalssticks to the traditional concept that one hero or villain is never enough.
Play as Rocket Raccoon and team up with Groot for an epic crowd control move.
Or play as Iron Man and leverage Hulks Gamma energy to charge up your suit.
The characters Super Abilities also pack a punch, which deals incredible damage to your opponents.
The downside is that these abilities take longer to charge.
Moreover, the iconic landscapes where the matches take place feature destructible environments.
Meaning, you get a front-row seat to the explosions and destruction.
So far, we have one confirmed objective.
Its very Overwatch of the title.
Besides, there is nothing new under the sun.
Development
NetEase Inc. and Marvel are the two bigwigs breathing life into this upcoming title.
The studio is in charge of crafting the upcoming titles storyline, among others.
The two studios seem pretty confident about the project.
Marvel Rivalsis one of our most ambitious game development projects.
Trailer
If the trailer looks this good, I certainly can’t wait for the games launch.
Marvel gives us a glimpse of the upcoming project in a one-minute, 57-second trailer.
The trailer reveals the gameplay, showing the character’s abilities.
Release Date, Platforms, and Editions
Marvel Rivalswill be an exclusive PC launch.
Theres still no hint as to the games availability on mobile devices or other platforms.
The devs have also not given a release window.
But from the looks of it, the game could launch in early 2025.
But theres some good news on the horizon.
A closed Alpha Build will be available in May 2024.
The good news is that the game will be free.
But we are yet to see the fine print in terms of microtransactions.
Post-launch, the game will include seasonal updates that will introduce new maps, heroes, and challenges.
Unfortunately, we don’t have information on the editions to expect.
So many details remain scarce at the moment.
However, you might always follow the official social media handlehereto keep track of new updates.
Meanwhile, we’ll watch out for new information and let you know as soon as they come up.
Evans I. Karanja is a freelance writer who loves to write about anything technology.
When not writing, he can be found playing video games or watching F1.
