To get this out of the way, I dont playOverwatch.
Before loading upMarvel Rivalsthen, I was already fairly sure that it wouldnt grab me completely.
Any frustrations I was having with a particular Hero could quickly be remedied by trying someone else.
From page to play
Visually,Marvel Rivalslooks extremely high-budget and meticulously stylish.
Broadly, everything from Most Valuable Player animations to pre-match loading screens pop with a confident flair.
In motion, things are less successful, though characters do look great once the action kicks off.
Playing as Iron Fist is fun, but does make you feel like a real scumbag.
Heroes like Rocket can ride on others like Groot, buffing shields and damage output.
At their best, team-ups can sway the tide of battle.
At their worst, theyre still fun passive effects to consider when picking a character.
Pick me
So why pick upMarvel Rivals, instead of a much more established series likeOverwatch?
Should I play Marvel Rivals?
My favorite part of this?
Undoubtedly the brief character interactions that occur just before a match starts.
How I reviewed Marvel Rivals
I playedMarvel Rivalsfor 25 hours on the PS5 Pro.
In terms of modes, there arent many, so I tried them all.
I played the game using a 4K LG TV.
I used a standardDualSense Wireless Controller, with the Razer Blackshark V2 headphones connected via the controller port.
First reviewed December 2024.
