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Kevin Feige Says Marvel Rivals Made His Son a True MCU Fan

The revelation underscores Marvel Studios’ push to use interactive games as entry points for younger audiences ahead of its next saga.

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Overview

  • Feige said his son only “feigned interest” in the MCU despite his father’s role until he played Marvel Rivals.
  • Once he started the NetEase hero shooter, the younger Feige began asking about Hela and The Punisher and pursued them in the shows.
  • Titles like Marvel Rivals and Marvel Snap demonstrate the effectiveness of games in attracting younger fans to the franchise.
  • Though the MCU comprises 35 films and 21 TV series that have grossed $6.769 billion, it still relies on fresh entry points to expand its audience.
  • Marvel Studios is adding more games, including the upcoming Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls, and is working on its next phases of storytelling.