Marvel Rivals Launches to Mixed Player Feedback Over Progression System

The free-to-play hero shooter by NetEase offers crossplay and unique features but faces criticism for its challenge-based battle pass system.

Marvel Rivals, a free-to-play hero shooter featuring Marvel characters, launched on December 5, 2024, with over 300,000 players on Steam at release.
The game supports crossplay across PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S, though competitive mode separates PC players from console users for balance reasons.
Players have criticized the battle pass system for requiring limited-time challenges rather than rewarding post-match experience, which some argue restricts player freedom and progress.
The game includes unique Team-Up abilities that allow certain hero combinations to perform special moves, adding a strategic layer to gameplay.
While crossplay is available, cross-progression is not yet supported, although NetEase has indicated it may consider adding this feature if requested by the community.