Summary
- A Marvel Rivals fan created a Doctor Octopus Vanguard concept for the hero shooter, showcasing unique abilities.
- The community wants Doc Ock added to the game with the possibility of The Sinister Six appearing in Marvel Rivals.
- The Thing hero is set to join Marvel Rivals soon, offering powerful abilities and creating excitement among fans.
One Marvel Rivals fan managed to create a working concept of Doctor Octopus, envisioning the iconic villain as a Vanguard in NetEase Games' popular hero shooter. Marvel Rivals is on the cusp of releasing a major update for Season 1: Eternal Night Falls, which will introduce numerous balance changes, multiple new heroes, and the Central Park map.
Doctor Octopus is one of Spider-Man's most notorious villains and has appeared in multiple video games, films, and comics. The infamous Otto Octavius even served as the main antagonist of Marvel's Spider-Man, a hit action title by Insomniac Games. So far, he even seems primed to make a return in the third part of the story. With so much rich history surrounding the villain, some fans have theorized what he might look like in Marvel Rivals.
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In a recent post on Reddit, Wickedcube shared a video of their working concept for Doctor Octopus in Marvel Rivals. This version of Octavius has been designed as a Vanguard, meaning he would be a robust tank with the ability to lead the charge in battle. The footage shows the villain using his mechanical arms to move along walls, hurl objects at foes, and even grab nearby enemies in a frenzied ultimate attack titled "wrath of the master." While the concept is blocky, it's easy to envision what Wickedcube is going for. Fellow fans in the comments were quick to praise the redditor, applauding their ability to bring the concept to life.
Marvel Rivals Player Creates a Doctor Octopus Concept
A large portion of the community has been clamoring to see the infamous Doc Ock added to the game's ever-expanding roster. Some people have even suggested that he should be added alongside the rest of The Sinister Six in Marvel Rivals. The recent inclusion of The Fantastic Four has led some players to believe that NetEase Games could create a similar season incorporating the nefarious team of villains. However, the developers have stated that they only intend to add two heroes per season for the foreseeable future.
Gamers eagerly awaiting the arrival of more Vanguards in the hero shooter won't have to wait much longer, as The Thing is coming to Marvel Rivals on February 21. While the bulky hero may not be able to climb on walls, he can charge through enemies, shoving foes aside to reach his destination. He also has an ability that allows him to damage enemies while tossing them into the air by crushing the surrounding terrain. Numerous fans think he looks like an absolute powerhouse, and they can't wait to finally get their hands on him. With a new season releasing soon and even more content to look forward to in the future, many players are looking forward to seeing what NetEase Games does next.
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
- Genre(s)
- Third-Person Shooter, Action, Multiplayer
- Platform(s)
- PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, PC
- How Long To Beat
- 7.5 hours
- X|S Optimized
- Yes
- File Size Xbox Series
- 20 GB
- OpenCritic Rating
- Strong
