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Marvel Rivals — Latest Updates & Patch Notes

Marvel Rivals is currently the #16 most-played game on Steam, with a 24-hour peak of 80K concurrent players — ▼ cooling off (was #12 last week).

Last official update May 28, 2026 (6 days ago) · 12 updates in the last 90 days · 12 tracked here.

Steam rank
#16
Peak (24h)
80K
Genre
Action, Free To Play
Developer
NetEase Games
Released
Dec 5, 2024
Price
Free to Play

Marvel Rivals is a Super Hero Team-Based PVP Shooter! Assemble an all-star Marvel squad, devise countless strategies by combining powers to form unique Team-Up skills and fight in destructible, ever-changing battlefields across the continually evolving Marvel universe!

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Latest updates & patch notes

  1. News

    Victims of cheaters in Marvel Rivals will be refunded all the ranked points they lost if they report them thanks to NetEase's new Anti-Cheat Rank Compensation System

    Being surprised at seeing cheating in online competitive multiplayer games is like being surprised at seeing a fish in the ocean, you're going to encounter some every now and then, that's just how it goes. But Marvel Rivals has had a particularly rough time with cheaters as of…

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  2. Patch

    Marvel Rivals Version 20260528 Patch Notes

    Greetings, Rivals! We're thrilled to announce the upcoming patch drops on May 28th, 2026, at 09 : 00 : 00 (UTC)! No server downtime; just patch and play! Here's what's coming your way: All-New ContentNew Map: Alchemax HeadquartersWelcome to Nueva York, 2099! Alchemax is the…

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  3. News

    Marvel Rivals has banned 485 accounts and dished out just 3 hardware bans after the latest slew of cheaters but players are begging for more

    It's been a bad weekend for Marvel Rivals after a small update opened the floodgates for more cheaters to scurry inside, wreaking havoc in games all the way from Bronze to One Above All. How bad is it you ask? A slew of cheaters actually took to streaming their crimes over the…

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  4. Patch

    Marvel Rivals Version 20260521 Patch Notes

    Greetings, Rivals! We're thrilled to announce the upcoming patch drops on May 21st, 2026, at 09 : 00 : 00 (UTC)! No server downtime; just patch and play! Here's what's coming your way: All-New ContentNew In Store- Peni Parker - Peni Parker: The Freshman Bundle - Daredevil -…

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  5. News

    HD Texture Pack Feature Optimization

    Greetings, Rivals! Thank you for your continued support of Marvel Rivals. We are pleased to announce that the High/Low-Resolution Resource Pack feature is now available. This feature uses the DLC mechanism to distinguish between the high-resolution and low-resolution resource…

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  6. News

    Marvel Rivals has added a literal T. rex to the game alongside nerfing some Strategists and I don't know what's more surprising

    Marvel Rivals season 8 has begun and with it comes a new battle pass, patch notes , and a massive T.rex known as Devil Dinosaur. This dino is complete with seven passives, a shield, and a massive red laser beam, just as the cherry on top. But do you know what's better than a…

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  7. Patch

    Marvel Rivals Version 20260515 Patch Notes - Season 8 Begins!

    Greetings, Rivals! Welcome to Season 8! Join us as we witness the heartfelt reunion of two best friends and the fiery return of true lovers across the Timestream Entanglement. The update begins on May 15th, 2026, at 09 : 00 : 00 (UTC), with estimated maintenance lasting 2 hours…

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  8. Patch

    Marvel Rivals Version 20260515 Balance Post

    The ground is shaking, Rivals! Season 8 is here, and the King of the Monster Kingdom has officially stomped onto the battlefield. While Devil Dinosaur is busy tearing up the frontline, our balance team has been hard at work tuning up the rest of the roster. Emma Frost is getting…

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  9. Event

    Season 8: Sins of Alchemax// Dev Vision Vol. 17

    Get ready for a "dino-mite" update! In Dev Vision Vol. 17, Guangguang breaks down the arrival of our newest updates. Plus, we're introducing exclusive College Student Perks and a major PC storage optimization to keep your game running smoothly. Mark your calendars: Season 8…

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  10. Patch

    Marvel Rivals Version 20260507 Patch Notes

    Greetings, Rivals! We're thrilled to announce the upcoming patch drops on May 7th, 2026, at 09 : 00 : 00 (UTC)! No server downtime; just patch and play! Here's what's coming your way: All-New ContentNew In Store1. Winter Soldier - Starlit Gunslinger Bundle 2. Venom - War of The…

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  11. Patch

    Marvel Rivals Version 20260430 Patch Notes

    Greetings, Rivals! We're thrilled to announce the upcoming patch drops on April 30th, 2026, at 09 : 00 : 00 (UTC)! No server downtime; just patch and play! Here's what's coming your way: All-New ContentThe Avengers Cinematic CrossoverAll-New Mode - Path to Doomsday: The…

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  12. Patch

    Marvel Rivals Version 20260423 Patch Notes

    Greetings, Rivals! We're thrilled to announce the upcoming patch drops on April 23rd, 2026, at 09 : 00 : 00 (UTC)! No server downtime; just patch and play! Here's what's coming your way: All-New ContentPvE Mode: Blood HuntThe breakout at The Vault inadvertently set Dracula free…

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About Marvel Rivals

Marvel Rivals is a Super Hero Team-Based PVP Shooter! Assemble an all-star Marvel squad, devise countless strategies by combining powers to form unique Team-Up skills and fight in destructible, ever-changing battlefields across the continually evolving Marvel universe! A Deep and Varied Marvel Roster Choose from a vast array of fan-favorite and cult-classic Marvel Super Heroes and Super Villains 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-Changing Game Dynamics With intricate environments, fast-paced gameplay, and ever-changing battlefields…

Game details

System requirements (minimum)
Minimum: OS: Windows 10 64-bit (1909 or newer) Processor: Intel Core i5-6600K or AMD Ryzen 5 1600X Memory: 16 GB RAM Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 / AMD RX 580 / Intel Arc A380 DirectX: Version 12 Network: Broadband Internet connection Storage: 70 GB available space Additional Notes: We recommend you install the game on SSD drive for better experience.
Languages
English * , French, Italian, German, Spanish - Spain, Russian, Turkish, Thai, Simplified Chinese * , Traditional Chinese, Spanish - Latin America, Korean, Japanese * , Polish, Portuguese - Brazil, Arabic * languages…
Controller
Full controller support
DLC
1 available on Steam
Official site
www.marvelrivals.com

Frequently asked questions

Is Marvel Rivals free to play?
Yes — Marvel Rivals is free to play on Steam.
What is the latest Marvel Rivals update?
The most recent official update is "Victims of cheaters in Marvel Rivals will be refunded all the ranked points they lost if they report them thanks to NetEase's new Anti-Cheat Rank Compensation System" (May 28, 2026), categorized as News. Being surprised at seeing cheating in online competitive multiplayer games is like being surprised at seeing a fish in the ocean, you're going to encounter some every now and then, that's just how it goes. But Marvel Rivals has had a partic
How many people play Marvel Rivals?
Marvel Rivals peaked at 80K concurrent players in the last 24 hours, ranking #16 on Steam's most-played chart (it was #12 the previous week).
When was Marvel Rivals released?
Marvel Rivals was released on Dec 5, 2024 by NetEase Games.
What kind of game is Marvel Rivals?
Marvel Rivals is a Action, Free To Play game, featuring multi-player, pvp, online pvp.

Live player counts and update notes are pulled from Steam's public data and refreshed daily (last refresh: Jun 4, 2026). Excerpts are from official announcements; follow the source links for full notes. Marvel Rivals and all related assets are trademarks of their respective owners.