Marvel Rivals FAQ#
This page gathers the questions players ask most often.
Game Basics#
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What kind of game is it | A 6v6 third-person hero shooter, officially licensed by Marvel |
| Who is the developer | NetEase Games, which also handles publishing |
| When did it launch | December 6, 2024 |
| Which platforms are supported | PC (Steam, Epic), PS5, Xbox Series X|S |
| Is it free to play | Yes. All heroes and maps are free; only cosmetics cost money |
| How long is a match | Around 10-15 minutes, longer if it goes to overtime |
| How many players in a match | 6v6, six players per side |
Accounts and Progression#
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Is progression cross-platform | Crossplay is supported; for cross-platform sync of account progress, refer to official announcements |
| What does account level do | Reaching level 15 unlocks Competitive mode |
| Can progress be reset | Please ask through official customer support channels |
| Is data wiped each season | Hero unlocks and cosmetics are kept permanently; competitive ranks get a soft reset at the start of each full season |
Heroes#
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| How many heroes are there | 54 |
| Do heroes need to be purchased | No, every hero is free to play |
| Do heroes have levels or skill unlocks | No, all abilities are available from the first match |
| Is there a gear or loadout system | No, the game has no equipment, loadouts, or stat items |
| How often do new heroes arrive | One each season, usually with an extra hero mid-season |
| Are there role restrictions | The three roles (Vanguard, Duelist, Strategist) have no pick restrictions, but team comps still need to cover the roles |
| What role is Deadpool | Deadpool is a multi-role hero who can switch between all three roles |
Monetization and Economy#
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Do I have to pay to do well | No, all paid content is cosmetic and never affects stats |
| How many currencies are there | Three: Lattice (purchased), Units (earnable for free), and Chrono Tokens (battle pass only) |
| How much does Lattice cost | For reference, ¥6 = 100 Lattice, and the top tier is ¥648 = 11,680 Lattice |
| Can free players earn cosmetics | Yes, through the battle pass, achievement redemptions, events, and ranked rewards |
| Does the battle pass expire | No, purchased content can still be redeemed in later seasons |
| Do cosmetics give stat bonuses | No, they are purely visual changes |
| Can I gift items | Bundle gifting has been supported since September 2026 |
Ranked and Competitive#
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| When does ranked unlock | At account level 15 |
| How many rank tiers are there | Nine, from Bronze up to One Above All |
| How many placement matches | 10 |
| Do ranks drop each season | Yes, ranks get a soft reset at the start of each full season, usually dropping 6-7 divisions |
| What changes at Grandmaster and above | There is a hero ban phase, and party rank-gap limits are stricter |
| Is there demotion protection | Bronze, Silver, and Gold have a Chrono Shield; Platinum and above do not |
Team Up and Social#
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Can I play with friends | Yes, though players with too large a rank gap cannot queue together in Competitive |
| Is there a party size limit | Quick Match allows parties of up to six; Competitive party sizes are limited by rank-based rules |
| Is there voice chat | Yes, in-game voice chat is available, and you can also rely on quick comms alone |
| Can I report players | Yes. AFK behavior, intentional feeding, and leaving mid-match all carry penalties |
Crossplay#
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Is crossplay supported | Yes, console and PC players can be matched into the same matches |
| Are keyboard/mouse and controller matched separately | No, players on different input devices compete in the same matches |
| Is there cross-platform progression | Refer to official announcements |
Technical Issues#
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What if my frame rate is low | Lower shadow and effects quality, and turn off vsync |
| What about high ping | Use a wired connection first, and check your local network |
| How big is the game download | Fairly large; leave plenty of disk space for seasonal updates |
| Which languages are supported | Multiple languages, including Simplified Chinese |
Common Misconceptions#
The following claims are false:
| Claim | Fact |
|---|---|
| The game is a mobile game | No, it is a PC and console title |
| Heroes need to be recruited or unlocked | No, all heroes are free to play |
| There is a gear and loadout system | No, the game has no equipment system |
| There are hidden bosses or PvE content | There is no permanent PvE mode |
| Captain Marvel is a playable hero | As of Season 10, Captain Marvel is not in the game |
| The role is called “Pioneer” | The official name is “Vanguard” |