Suit up for Marvel Rivals: Your heroes are already unlocked.
Logline
Marvel Rivals, the new free-to-play game from Netease featuring superheroes from the Marvel universe, is launching on December 6th with all heroes unlocked from the start.
Breakdown
- Marvel Rivals launches December 6th
- All heroes will be available to all players immediately
- Future hero releases will also be free
- Challenging Overwatch’s paid hero system
Plot Beats
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Cast and Crew
Captain America and the Winter Soldier are notable additions to the hero roster.
Buzz and Highlights
Marvel Rivals’ decision to make all heroes free challenges the norm set by games like Overwatch, where new heroes often come with a grind. This move could attract players looking for accessibility and immediate access to all content.
Production Notes
Marvel Rivals might be entering the hero FPS genre a bit late. While the market isn’t dead, the demand for this type of game seems to be waning, possibly influencing the decision to make all heroes available from the start.
Closing Credits
Stay tuned for more news and previews from Gamescom 2024.
