Summary
- Buying everything in Marvel Rivals 101,450 Units
- Fans find the price reasonable due to the free-to-play model
- Future expansions may cause the cost to rise into four figures
A Marvel Rivals player has calculated how much money it will take to buy all the items in the in-game store, and it's certainly not pocket change. Although the total may be a lot of money to spend on video game cosmetics, Marvel Rivals fans have noted that it's not an unexpectedly high number for a free-to-play game.
Marvel Rivals features 33 characters, giving players much flexibility regarding their playstyles. The developers also released an assortment of cosmetics for the characters, including iconic appearances from Marvel films and comics. As fans await the release of Marvel Rivals' first season, one player has summed up what it takes to buy everything currently available in the game.
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In a post on the Marvel Rivals subreddit, user OZ415 gives an interesting insight into the game's items shop. The user reveals that buying all the items and cosmetics in the Marvel Rivals in-game store would cost 101,450 Units. If players were to purchase those Units with cash, it would cost around $880. The user calculated this amount by making a database of all the cosmetics available in the game and then adding up the total cost. They also underline that this figure includes the nameplates which cost 150 Units each.
Total Cost of Marvel Rivals' Store Doesn't Surprise Everyone
While $880 is definitely not a small amount, fans think that it's not an unreasonable price for the entirety of a game's cosmetic offerings. One fan pointed out that The Sims 4 with all DLCs cost far more than this, as players must shell out roughly $1200 to grab everything. On the other hand, while some think the amount is too high, others defended the cost due to the game's free-to-play model and the obvious need to generate income. Fans also used Call of Duty as a comparison, which has equally expensive cosmetics on top of a $70 up-front price tag.
However, many believe that this amount will exponentially increase in the future. Currently, Marvel Rivals is only in its pre-season, so it hasn't had time to expand its store. Season 1 is just around the corner with an expected release in January, and leaks suggest that a plethora of new characters are coming in Marvel Rivals' Season 1. It wouldn't be a surprise to see the store's total cost hit a four-figure price tag by the end of the quarter.
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!
- Multiplayer
- Online Multiplayer, Online Co-Op
- Cross-Platform Play
- Limited - console crossplay, no PC crossplay
- Franchise
- Marvel
- 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
- OpenCritic Rating
- Strong
