Rivals of wonder is finally ready for full launch, bringing to light a brand new shooter based on Marvel Comics' massive roster. In Rivals of wonderFan-favorite heroes and villains clash in head-to-head 6v6 matches. Although the multiplayer title has featured beta periods, the full launch of Rivals of wonder it is long overdue and will end the year with a bang.
December is a month full of launches. Furthermore Rivals of wonderthe release of Path of Exile 2 and the three-day early access period for Indiana Jones and the Great Circlemake December 6th a big day for gaming. What does he do Rivals of wonder so exciting, however, is its diverse offering of characters. From familiar names like Black Widow and Captain America to deeper characters like Jeff the Land Shark and Squirrel Girl, Rivals of wonder promises fun variety. There are sure to be other additions to the lineup as well, and one iconic Marvel team seems inevitable: the Fantastic Four.
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Taking advantage of the release scheduled by Marvel for 2025
The Fantastic Four are on the minds of many Marvel fans, as the highly anticipated adaptation, Fantastic Four: First Steps the release is scheduled for next summer. Up until now, film adaptations of the Fantastic Four have failed to achieve much critical acclaim, but this bold new take on the group of heroes promises something potentially unique. With a planned retro-futuristic aesthetic, inspired by the 60s, Fantastic Four: First Steps has intrigued many fans. The secrecy surrounding the film has only made it more interesting, leaving many hoping that an official trailer is on the horizon.
Fantastic Four: First Steps
the release is scheduled for July 25, 2025.
For such a high profile film, it would only make sense Rivals of wonder to make the most of such a blockbuster release and add the four-person team to the game's lineup. Being a live service game, Rivals of wonder promises ongoing post-launch content, and the inclusion of the “first Marvel family” before the July release date seems all but certain.
Members of the Fantastic Four
- Reed Richards/Mr. Fantastic
- Susan Storm/Invisible Woman
- Johnny Storm/Human Torch
- Ben Grimm/The Thing
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Hero |
Energy |
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Mr. Fantastic |
Powerful elasticity, allowing him to stretch and shape his body at will. |
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Invisible woman |
In addition to invisibility, he can manipulate light waves and project force fields. |
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Human torch |
He can set his body on fire and at the same time use his energy to fly. |
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The thing |
The Thing boasts superhuman strength and durability. |
Each member of the Fantastic Four has a power that could easily be added to… Rivals of wonder half. There's no word on which Marvel characters will be added next, and while it's likely the Fantastic Four won't arrive anytime soon, the months leading up to July are entirely possible. May, or April at the earliest, could be the perfect time to introduce the iconic quartet in order to get players excited for the upcoming release of the film.
Marvel Rivals could keep the Fantastic Four's momentum going
The Fantastic Four have been having a big moment in video games lately. In the Fall, Chapter 5, Season 4 by Fortnite was titled Absolute Doom, as it revolved around the Fantastic Four and their nemesis Doctor Doom. Dedicating an entire season of Fortnite to a branch of the Marvel canon is no mean feat, and Rivals of wonder now has a chance to continue this momentum.
Doctor Doom is the main antagonist of
Rivals of wonder
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As of now, developer NetEase Games has yet to confirm the eventual inclusion of the Fantastic Four, but it would be a huge missed opportunity if the game left the team out. While the wait Fantastic Four: First Steps continues, it will be interesting to see if Rivals of wonder jumps at the opportunity to promote the film.
Marvel Rivals is a superhero team PVP shooter!
Assemble an all-star Marvel team, devise countless strategies by combining powers to form unique team abilities, and fight across destructible, ever-changing battlefields in the ever-evolving Marvel Universe!
A deep and diverse Marvel roster
Choose from a wide range of fan-favorite Marvel superheroes, supervillains and cult classics 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-evolving gameplay dynamics
With intricate environments, fast-paced gameplay, and ever-changing battlefields, there's never a dull moment in Marvel Rivals! Fight as superheroes and supervillains with incredible abilities and combine your powers to bring unexpected fun to the battlefield in seconds.
Dynamic synergy of heroes
Coordinate unique combinations between characters to unleash surprising team abilities! Unleash the synergy of combined superpowers and invent new tactics that can turn the tide of combat. Ride Groot as Rocket Raccoon to take on your enemies as a dangerous duo, unleash Gamma Energy as Hulk to charge up Iron Man's armor for massive damage, and more!
Destruction of the creative environment
Battle your way through iconic Marvel worlds in destructible environments! From Asgard to 2099 Tokyo, use superpowers to alter these environments, reshape the terrain, and create a strategic advantage on the battlefield! Take cover to dodge attacks or use improvised weapons to take down enemies. Players will find countless ways to use the environment to achieve victory!
Ever-evolving universe and robust post-launch updates
The Marvel Multiverse offers endless possibilities! Each seasonal release will introduce new superheroes to the battlefield along with challenging and diverse maps! Unlock new content to implement into various game strategies as you experience thrilling action and endless possibilities in these adventurous team battles!
Third person shooter
Action
Multiplayer
- Franchising
- Wonder
- Released
- December 6, 2024
- Developer(s).
- NetEase Games
- Publisher(s).
- NetEase Games
- Multiplayer
- Online multiplayer, online co-op
- Motor
- Unreal engine 5
- CERS
- T For teenagers // Violence
- How long to beat
- 7.5 hours
- Steam bridge compatibility
- Unknown
- X|S optimized
- YES
- File Size Xbox Series
- 20GB
- Number of players
- 1-6
- Cross saving
- NO
- Cross-platform play
- Limited: Crossplay on console, no crossplay on PC
- PC release date
- December 6, 2024
- PS5 release date
- December 6, 2024
- Xbox Series X|S release date
- December 6, 2024
