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NetEase Shuts Down Marvel Rivals Dev Team

Author : Claire Mar 14,2025

NetEase Shuts Down Marvel Rivals Dev Team

NetEase's abrupt termination of the Marvel Rivals development team has shocked the gaming community. The entire team, responsible for the game's creation and maintenance, was dismissed without public explanation, sparking speculation about the game's future and NetEase's strategic direction. Possible reasons include the game's performance, internal shifts at NetEase, or changes in the Marvel partnership.

This unexpected move leaves Marvel Rivals players uncertain about future updates, content, and support. While NetEase has yet to officially comment on the impact, concerns about the game's long-term viability are widespread. The situation underscores the challenges developers face in maintaining player engagement and meeting corporate expectations in a competitive market. The fate of Marvel Rivals remains uncertain as NetEase reevaluates its mobile gaming strategy.

Following NetEase's clarification, it's been revealed that Thaddeus Sasser was not the head of development for Marvel Rivals, as initially reported. Guangyun Chen held that position. Furthermore, NetEase assures players that the dissolution of the Western team will not affect communication or support for the game's Western audience.

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