Like many PvP hero shooters, Marvel Rivals empowers players to come up with unique strategies and improve their skills with different roles. It also features a diverse lineup of Marvel heroes with abilities that match the original characters' superpowers. Although Marvel Rivals only came out a month ago, it's already poised to make a lasting impression among fans of hero shooters.
Developer NetEase Games is continuously working to improve the overall experience, from resolving Marvel Rivals' bugs and glitches to introducing features and events that avid players can engage with. In that vein, many fans are also requesting one important feature to be added to the game: a mnimap.
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Marvel Rivals Players Could Navigate Better With a Minimap
Marvel Rivals' current rotation of maps varies depending on the game modes, and they are inspired by iconic Marvel Comics locations, like Wakanda and Asgard. The maps are compact yet spacious enough to provide spots for players to plan out their next move, especially if they're using long-ranged heroes like Hawkeye and Iron Man. They also have many destructible structures for the right amount of surprise and chaos.
As players invest more time in Marvel Rivals, they'll naturally get used to the maps' layout as they plan the best attack and defense mechanisms for each location. However, some players are also calling for Marvel Rivals to add a minimap to help make navigation easier during matches, especially for newer players who are still getting used to all the maps. One player named greazyrobot also shared a compelling case on Reddit that a minimap could also provide helpful information on the location of allies and enemies, which could help with situational awareness during competitive matches. It's similar to how Valorant has minimaps for its different maps that guide players on their next move, and empower them to assist their teammates by pinpointing where they last saw their opponents. The Marvel Rivals fan also emphasized that this feature could be a great way to invite newcomers to try out the game without getting lost or intimidated by the locations.
Meanwhile, there seems to be some hesitance from other Marvel Rivals players, who expressed that adding a minimap would be a bad idea for the game. In another Reddit post, many players said they don't see the need for a minimap, citing that they don't want their opponents to see their locations when they're in their line of sight. Some also wrote it off as players "not paying attention" to their surroundings, adding that they should adjust the audio settings and advised them to not get overwhelmed by the chaotic fights in front of them.
The sentiments are definitely mixed about a potential minimap feature in Marvel Rivals. While it is true that some hero shooters like Overwatch lack minimaps in order to encourage players to be present in fast-paced fights, it doesn't necessarily mean that Marvel Rivals should follow the lead of its predecessors. It has a lot of room to stand out from the rest, and perhaps it could even benefit from such a feature, even if it's only available in Marvel Rivals' Quick Matches in order to cater to casual players and newbies.
At the same time, there is also some truth to what Marvel Rivals fans said about the importance of listening to their surroundings and keeping an eye on enemies during matches. Many Marvel Rivals matches don't last very long, and a minimap might turn into a distraction for players during matches.
An average Marvel Rivals match can be about 10-15 minutes, depending on the game mode and the overall match pace.
It's still unknown if developer NetEase Games will consider the requests for a minimap in Marvel Rivals. Perhaps one plausible way it can be pulled off is to either give players the option to toggle the feature on and off in the settings, or to make the feature exclusive to Quick Matches. Whichever method could be a good way to cater to Marvel Rivals players of all skill levels without alienating the other.
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
- Cross-Platform Play
- Limited - console crossplay, no PC crossplay
- Cross Save
- No
- Franchise
- Marvel
- Number of Players
- 1-6
- Steam Deck Compatibility
- Unknown
- PC Release Date
- December 6, 2024
- Xbox Series X|S Release Date
- December 6, 2024
- PS5 Release Date
- December 6, 2024
- Platform(s)
- PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, PC
- Genre(s)
- Third-Person Shooter, Action, Multiplayer
- How Long To Beat
- 7.5 hours
- X|S Optimized
- Yes
- File Size Xbox Series
- 20 GB
- OpenCritic Rating
- Strong
