Marvel's Top Rivals: A Definitive Ranking

Dive into the fast-paced action of Marvel Rivals, where iconic heroes and villains clash in a thrilling battle arena. Each character boasts unique abilities and playstyles, promising endless strategic possibilities and chaotic fun. Here's our ranking of the best characters in Marvel Rivals.

5. Scarlet Witch

Just as unpredictable in Marvel Rivals as she is in the Marvel Universe, Scarlet Witch unleashes devastating chaos magic. Her gameplay reflects her complex nature – immensely powerful yet emotionally nuanced. Wanda Maximoff's battlefield manipulation and ability to turn the tide of combat mirror her pivotal role in Marvel's stories. She's a fascinating and versatile choice for players, blending raw power with tactical finesse. Her unpredictable abilities make her thrilling to play.

As a Duelist, Scarlet Witch uses chaos magic to disrupt enemies. Her area-of-effect damage and crowd control abilities shine in team fights. Chaos Control damages enemies while replenishing her Chaos Energy, while Chthonian Burst unleashes explosive magic missiles for crowd clearing. Dark Seal stuns enemies within a Force Field, providing a significant advantage. Her mobility is exceptional thanks to Mystic Projection (flight) and Telekinesis (slowed fall). Her ultimate, Reality Erasure, deals massive area damage after charging, and her Chaotic Bond with Magneto buffs his greatsword, highlighting her effectiveness in both solo and team play. Scarlet Witch delivers power, mobility, and exhilarating chaos.

4. Black Panther

T'Challa, the Black Panther, embodies strength and grace, bringing regal presence to Marvel Rivals. His agility and precision make him a thrilling character to play, reflecting his sharp intellect and unparalleled combat skills. As Wakanda's protector, his gameplay emphasizes swift, calculated strikes and strategic dominance. His inclusion in Marvel Rivals is a fitting tribute to his legacy as a hero who fights for his people.

Black Panther is a melee Duelist known for agility and precision. His Vibranium Claws are his primary weapon, effortlessly slicing through enemies. Bast's Descent summons Bast, who pounces forward, attaching a Vibranium Mark to enemies, enhancing subsequent attacks. Sprint Rend lets him lunge forward, dealing damage and refreshing the ability when hitting marked enemies, encouraging aggressive play.

3. Hulk

Hulk's duality – brilliant scientist and raging beast – is central to his gameplay, making him one of Marvel Rivals' best characters. Whether smashing as the Hulk or contributing tactically as Bruce Banner, he offers a dynamic and engaging playstyle. His raw power and adaptability reflect his Marvel lore, capturing the struggle and strength that define him. He brings chaos and destruction – exactly what fans love about the Green Goliath.

Hulk uniquely switches between Bruce Banner and Hulk forms. As Bruce Banner, he uses a Gamma Ray Gun for ranged attacks and transforms into Hero Hulk using Puny Banner. In Hulk form, Heavy Blow delivers powerful melee attacks, and Gamma Burst emits gamma-ray bursts for damage. This duality allows for mid-match strategic adaptation, balancing ranged support and close-quarters dominance.

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2. Doctor Strange

Doctor Strange brings mystical mastery and a strong sense of duty to Marvel Rivals. His control over time and space makes him a protector of teammates and the multiverse. His ability to create barriers and manage the battlefield mirrors his role as Sorcerer Supreme. Fans will appreciate the game's capture of his intelligence, power, and charisma, making him a reliable and strategic ally.

As a Vanguard, Doctor Strange specializes in shielding allies and controlling the battlefield. His Daggers of Denak cast projectiles, while Eye of Agamotto separates enemies' souls from their bodies, transferring damage dealt to the souls directly to their physical forms. Cloak of Levitation allows brief flight for strategic positioning, and Shield of the Seraphim creates a protective barrier for defense.

1. Iron Man

Tony Stark, Iron Man, embodies genius, charisma, and willpower. In Marvel Rivals, his adaptability mirrors his iconic Marvel role – balancing offense and defense with precision. His advanced technology makes him key for solo and team strategies. Whether firing repulsor blasts or soaring across the battlefield, Iron Man is as versatile and impactful as his MCU presence.

Iron Man excels as a Duelist, offering balanced offense and mobility. His Repulsor Blast fires nano pulse cannons, while Unibeam unleashes a powerful beam. Hyper-Velocity enables swift flight for repositioning, and Armor Overdrive enhances Repulsor Blast and Unibeam damage.

There you have it – our ranking of the best Marvel Rivals characters. And for those seeking freebies, check out the latest Marvel Rivals codes [ttpp].

Marvel Rivals is available now on PS5, PC, and Xbox Series X|S.