Marvel Rivals is expanding its already exciting roster of characters with a slew of new additions. The Marvel universe is full of iconic heroes and villains, and with the introduction of these additions, the game promises to offer even more strategic options and fun. Recent announcements and leaks have revealed details about the new characters arriving, each with unique abilities and roles that promise to revolutionize gameplay.
Let’s see the list of new characters, with also a prediction of the role they can have in game:
Ultron: One of Marvel’s most fearsome villains, Ultron is an android with advanced intelligence who seeks the destruction of humanity.
Main Abilities: Field control with drones and powerful energy attacks.
Intended Role: Ranged dominator, ideal for control strategies and constant damage.
Human Torch (Johnny Storm): A member of the Fantastic Four, Human Torch uses the power of fire for devastating attacks and mobility.
Main abilities: Blazes, flights and area attacks.
Intended Role: Versatile attacker, capable of dealing area damage and taking advantage of high mobility.
Mr. Fantastic (Reed Richards): The brilliant leader of the Fantastic Four, Mr. Fantastic uses his resilience and intelligence to solve problems on the battlefield.
Core Abilities: Body extension for ranged attacks and tactical control.
Expected role: Strategic support with offensive and crowd control capabilities.
Blade: The famous vampire hunter is a formidable fighter, armed with swords and firearms.
Main Abilities: Close combat and medium range attacks.
Intended Role: Deadly Assaulter, perfect for quickly dispatching enemies.
Invisible Woman (Sue Storm): Invisible Woman can turn invisible and generate force fields, making her a crucial element for defense.
Core Abilities: Invisibility, Force Fields, and Group Defense.
Expected role: Defensive support, able to protect the team and control the opponents.
The Thing (Ben Grimm): The strongest member of the Fantastic Four, The Thing is a powerful and durable fighter.
Main Abilities: Brute Strength and High Endurance.
Intended Role: Tank, capable of absorbing damage and dealing devastating melee hits.
Captain Marvel (Carol Danvers): One of Marvel’s most powerful heroines, Captain Marvel brings cosmic energy to the battlefield.
Main abilities: Energy attacks and supersonic flight.
Intended Role: Versatile attacker, ideal for long-range damage and mobility.
Hit-Monkey: An unexpected addition, Hit-Monkey is a highly skilled assassin.
Main Skills: Accuracy with firearms and rapid attacks.
Intended Role: Quick assassin, perfect for eliminating single targets.
Angela: Originally a character from the Spawn universe, now part of Marvel, Angela is a divine warrior.
Main Skills: Melee combat with celestial weapons.
Intended Role: Melee fighter with exceptional durability and strength.
Emma Frost: A mutant with powerful psychic abilities, Emma Frost is also capable of transforming into diamond, making herself nearly invulnerable.
Main Abilities: Mind control and improved defense thanks to the diamond form.
Expected role: Field support and control.
Jean Grey: Another powerful mutant, Jean Gray is known for her telepathic and telekinetic powers, as well as her connection to the Phoenix Force.
Main Abilities: Telekinesis, mind control and cosmic powers.
Intended role: Support and attack with destructive capabilities.
The Hood (potentially replaceable by Ghost Rider): A supernatural villain who uses a combination of firearms and dark magic.
Main Abilities: Magical and sneak attacks.
Intended Role: Ranged fighter with debuff capabilities.
Deadpool: Marvel’s Crito Deadpool is known for his regeneration and unpredictable fighting style.
Main Abilities: Melee, ranged attacks and regeneration abilities.
Expected Role: Versatile fighter, capable of withstanding long battles.
