Marvel Rivals' Launch Trailer Shows 5 Remaining Playable Chars

Nov 30, 2024 at 9:21 PM
Marvel Games is gearing up for the release of Marvel Rivals, and the excitement is palpable. With just a few days left until the big launch on December 6 at 0:00 UTC, NetEase Games has shared the official launch trailer that not only hypes up the game but also teases the five remaining playable launch characters.

Unleash the Power of Marvel in Rivals 'Til the End

Marvel's Upcoming Game: A Glimpse into the Launch Trailer

In the recently released launch trailer, fans got their first look at the five remaining characters - Squirrel Girl, Black Widow, Cloak & Dagger, Iron Fist, and Wolverine. These characters join the existing roster of 28 heroes and villains from the Marvel Universe. NetEase Games plans to fully unveil each of these characters daily leading up to the launch, keeping fans on the edge of their seats.

Not only does the trailer showcase the characters, but it also gives a taste of the intense battles that await players. The game features heroes split into three distinct roles - Vanguard, Duelist, and Strategist - based on their unique power inclinations. Players can freely choose their preferred role and hero, teaming up with allies to create a versatile and dynamic lineup for battle.

Special Community AMA: Fans Get to Connect with the Team

On December 4th at 7:00 p.m. PST, the Marvel Rivals and Marvel Games team will be conducting a special community AMA on the game's official Discord. This is a great opportunity for fans to ask questions, meet the team, and get all the latest updates ahead of the game's release. It shows NetEase's commitment to engaging with the player community.

The official launch trailer song, "Rivals ‘Til the End," performed by renowned rock vocalist Chrissy Costanza, adds to the excitement. Costanza, known as the frontwoman of the band Against The Current, has also performed other iconic gaming anthems. Fans will be able to listen to the entire Marvel Rivals soundtrack, titled Galactic Tunes, on streaming platforms on December 6, and a limited vinyl is now available for pre-order on Mutant.

Game Details and Features

Marvel Rivals is in development by a NetEase team composed of global talent who share a deep love for the Marvel universe. The game will be free-to-play with all heroes unlocked at launch and beyond, making it accessible to a wide audience. Pre-loading on Steam and PC will begin on December 4th at 0:00 UTC, while console players will have to wait until launch to download it. It will be playable on PC, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5.

One of the unique features of Marvel Rivals is the Team-Up Abilities. Players will be able to reach a whole new level of team play collaboration by unleashing joint superpowers with their allies, tearing down the battlefield and emerging victorious in exciting fights. This adds a new dimension to the gameplay and makes for some truly epic battles.