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Marvel Rivals Officially Releases Today!

We are delighted to announce that the highly anticipated free-to-play Super Hero Team-Based PVP Shooter game, Marvel Rivals, is releasing today at 0:00, (7PM EST, 4PM PST), via Steam, PlayStation, Xbox, Epic Games Store and official website. With the official release, Marvel Rivals is also revealing some major updates including new crossover events, narratives, region, as well as welcome gifts and rewards to players.



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!



In celebration of the global launch, Marvel Rivals is also thrilled to announce the upcoming Twitch Drops event for Season 0. Throughout the season, players will receive exciting drop rewards by watching your favourite streamers. As you engage with the community, you will earn exclusive in-game rewards simply by tuning in.


Players can also participate in the 'Entangled Moments' seasonal event to unlock spray rewards, gallery card rewards, and stories upon completing tasks.

Galactic Tunes Official Video Game Soundtrack will be available on Apple Music, Spotify, and YouTube Music platforms on December 6th PT. The official OST features 19 tracks, from the game’s main theme to tracks geared towards certain maps. And it also includes different versions of "Rivals 'Til the End" performed by Chrissy Costanza and Adriana Figueroa, as well as the Luna Snow theme song "Fate of Both Worlds" performed by Le'mon.
The physical vinyl of Galactic Tunes is now available for pre-order on Mutant!



https://www.madebymutant.com/release/482023-various-artists-marvel-rivals-galactic-tunes-original-video-game-soundtrack

Marvel Rivals is powered by Unreal Engine 5, featuring advanced Lumen Global Illumination and Chaos Destruction system, alongside support for NVIDIA DLSS and Reflex, AMD FSR, and Intel XeSS upscaling technologies.

Marvel Rivals players will be able to complete the luxury battle pass even after the season ends which is music to my busy ears




Marvel Rivals is launching this evening, and is available to preload on Steam now. When players finally get into the game, they'll be greeted with the first battle pass, and some cosmetics for the 33 heroes which, all things considered, aren't that ridiculously priced...
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Marvel Rivals Season 0 launch times and release date




Marvel Rivals is a recent spin on the Overwatch family of hero shooters that intends to wrestle all the value it possibly can out of its IP. And I mean, fair play, who doesn't want to get a triple kill as Spiderman? Sorry, Uncle Ben, I need to get this clip for my MLG montage. It's slated to release December 6, so you'll be able to experience both great power and great clip-ability then...
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Preload NOW! Ready to ignite the battle!



Dear Rivals,

Preload is now available for PC players. PC players can download from the following link of steam.

Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2767030/Marvel_Rivals/

Your download will unlock on launch day on Dec 6th, 2024 at 0:00 (UTC+0). We eagerly await your arrival in the game!

Here are some notes about PC system requirement and FAQ about preload:

PC System Requirement:

Minimun:
OS: Windows 10 64-bit (1909 or newer)
Processor: Intel Core i5-6600K or AMD Ryzen 5 1600X
Memory: 16 GB RAM
Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 / AMD RX 580 / Intel Arc A380
DirectX: Version 12
Network: Broadband Internet connection
Storage: 70 GB available space
Additional Notes: We recommend you install the game on SSD drive for better experience.

Recommended:
OS: Windows 10 64-bit (1909 or newer)
Processor: Intel Core i5-10400 or AMD Ryzen 5 5600X
Memory: 16 GB RAM
Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 (Super) / AMD RX 5700-XT / Intel Arc A750
DirectX: Version 12
Network: Broadband Internet connection
Storage: 70 GB available space
Additional Notes: We recommend you install the game on SSD drive for better experience.


Frequently Asked Questions FAQ

Q1: Where can I download Marvel Rivals?
A: Preload is now available. PC players can download from Steam.

Q2: When can I start to play Marvel Rivals?
A: The server will officially open on December 6th at 00:00 (UTC+0). On the first day, there might be queues. If such situations occur, we will expand capacity as quickly as possible. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

Q3: What’s the differences between the client from Steam and Official website?
A: For Steam preload, players can download but not install or run until the game's formal release. The servers will not open until Dec 6th 0:00 (UTC+0).

Q4: Could Console players also re-download on Dec 4th?
A: No. Console players could only download and play the game on Dec 6th.

Q5: How do I report a bug or crash in the game?
A: If the client keeps crashing or if you encounter any errors, please try to repairing the game client. If the issue persists, go to https://discord.com/invite/marvelrivals
to join our official Discord server. Click [game support] in the Help & feedback section on our Discord server and follow the instructions.

Special announcement:

※If you have an existing installation of Marvel Rivals, you will need to delete previous game versions and launchers and re-download the game.

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Marvel Rivals | Rivals 'Til the End | Official Launch Trailer

From Tokyo 2099 to the Intergalactic Empire of Wakanda, and to Hydra Charteris Base and Klyntar, Galacta has assembled more heroes to take on the ultimate challenge. Who will you choose as your main to save the Multiverse on December 6th?

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Preload begins December 4th, 2024 on Steam ! Don't miss your chance to get ready for launch day. 
 
Shout out to Chrissy Costanza for performing on Rivals 'Til the End (Chrissy Costanza Version) that's fueling our heroes' journey!

Ignite the Battle!