Marvel Rivals: A Masterclass in Mediocrity (and copying from Overwatch)

[Booyah]

Alright, folks, gather around. It’s time for a little education. I know, I know—some of you might not be ready for this. You’re probably still basking in the glow of Marvel Rivals’ flashy trailers and the dopamine hit of seeing your favorite superheroes on screen. But let’s be real here: Marvel Rivals is, objectively speaking, a bad game. And before you start typing furiously in the comments, hear me out. I’m not here to insult anyone (though I can’t promise I won’t be a little condescending—it’s just who I am). I’m here to enlighten you. Because, let’s face it, someone has to.

First, let’s talk about the gameplay. Or should I say, the lack of gameplay. Marvel Rivals is, at its core, a shallow attempt at cashing in on the live-service model. It’s a hero shooter, sure, but it’s one that feels like it was cobbled together by a team that read a Wikipedia summary of what makes a good hero shooter and called it a day. The mechanics are uninspired, the abilities are derivative, and the balance is… well, let’s just say it’s about as balanced as a one-legged stool. But hey, I’m sure some of you enjoy the thrill of pressing the same three buttons over and over again while your screen fills with particle effects. Congratulations, you’ve found your game.

And don’t even get me started on the monetization. Oh, wait, I’m already started. Marvel Rivals is a textbook example of how to squeeze every last penny out of your player base without actually delivering a product worth paying for. The battle pass is a grindfest, the cosmetics are overpriced, and the game is clearly designed to exploit FOMO (that’s “fear of missing out” for those of you who aren’t as well-versed in gaming industry tactics as I am). But sure, keep telling yourself that spending $20 on a recolor of Spider-Man’s suit is a good use of your money. I’m sure the executives at Marvel are very grateful for your contribution.

Now, let’s talk about the story. Or, more accurately, the lack thereof. Marvel Rivals doesn’t even try to justify its existence with a compelling narrative. It’s just a bunch of heroes and villains thrown together in a generic arena because… reasons? I guess? I mean, I get it—writing is hard, and coming up with a coherent plot that ties all these characters together would require actual effort. But come on, is it too much to ask for a little world-building? A little context? Or are we just supposed to accept that Doctor Doom and Captain America are fighting because… well, because the game needs them to?

And let’s not forget the technical issues. The performance is inconsistent, the matchmaking is a mess, and the netcode is about as reliable as a paper umbrella in a hurricane. But hey, I’m sure some of you are perfectly content with rubberbanding across the map or getting disconnected mid-match. After all, who needs a smooth, stable gaming experience when you can have the thrill of wondering whether your next match will even load?

Look, I get it. Some of you are die-hard Marvel fans, and the idea of playing as your favorite characters is enough to blind you to the game’s glaring flaws. And that’s fine. Enjoy what you enjoy. But let’s not pretend that Marvel Rivals is anything more than a cash grab dressed up in spandex. It’s a game that prioritizes style over substance, profit over polish, and hype over heart. And if you can’t see that, well… maybe you’re not as discerning as I am. But hey, that’s why I’m here—to help you see the light.

So, go ahead. Keep playing Marvel Rivals. Keep defending it. Keep spending your hard-earned money on it. But just know that while you’re doing that, I’ll be over here, playing games that actually respect my time, intelligence, and wallet. Because, unlike some people, I know the difference between a good game and a bad one. And Marvel Rivals? It’s definitely the latter.

You’re welcome.

[Booyah]

Originally posted by OMEGA:

https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3426289838

Now run The Bible through it and get another false positive.

[Teddy Roosevelt]

Originally posted by OMEGA:

https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3426289838

those dont work. They pop the bible as AI. Teachers in colleges are getting slammed for using them because they arent accurate. I used to use them too but after some research they seem to be all a scam. Just so you know and dont continue to use it as a valid argument.

[vodka]

Originally posted by 🎀Booyah🎀:

Originally posted by OMEGA:

https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3426289838

Now run The Bible through it and get another false positive.

Get over it dude, this game is MILES better! Imagine the "copy" is actually better than what it's "copying." That just shows the absolute state of Blizzard and how bad the game has gotten.

[OMEGA]

Originally posted by 🎀Booyah🎀:

Originally posted by OMEGA:

https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3426289838

Now run The Bible through it and get another false positive.

https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3426292734

[Booyah]

Originally posted by OMEGA:

Originally posted by 🎀Booyah🎀:

Now run The Bible through it and get another false positive.

https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3426292734

That image is AI generated, nice try.

[Teddy Roosevelt]

Originally posted by OMEGA:

Originally posted by 🎀Booyah🎀:

Now run The Bible through it and get another false positive.

https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3426292734

didnt do your research huh https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/how-ai-detectors-mistakenly-identify-author-bible-atheer-mahir

[Booyah]

Originally posted by Teddy Roosevelt:

Originally posted by OMEGA:

https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3426292734

didnt do your research huh https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/how-ai-detectors-mistakenly-identify-author-bible-atheer-mahir

Thank you Teddy, show him who runs these boards (me)

[Teddy Roosevelt]

Originally posted by 🎀Booyah🎀:

Originally posted by Teddy Roosevelt:

didnt do your research huh https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/how-ai-detectors-mistakenly-identify-author-bible-atheer-mahir

Thank you Teddy, show him who runs these boards (me)

ew dude. Have some honor or dignity or self respect why dont you? Coming across super cringe.

[OMEGA]

https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3426295850

[OMEGA]

https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3426296177

[Teddy Roosevelt]

Originally posted by OMEGA:

https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3426296177

So you didnt read the article posted? or?

[Yoshinite]

It's the latex furry on the alt again

[vodka]

Originally posted by Yosh:

It's the latex furry on the alt again

Oh how convenient, my woodchipper just got cleaned. Only one way to deal with those types.

[OMEGA]

Originally posted by Teddy Roosevelt:

Originally posted by OMEGA:

https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3426296177

So you didnt read the article posted? or?

i read the article it was made in 2023 a full 2 years ago i used the same tool that flagged the bible for all of these today. It did not flag the Bible, it did not flag 1984, it did not flag Huckleberry Finn, however it did flag OP's post.

[Yoshinite]

Originally posted by vodka:

Oh how convenient, my woodchipper just got cleaned. Only one way to deal with those types.

I'm so tired of these AI Generated rage bait threads, and how much attention they get, just hogging every player's attention, while people that actually want to talk or have questions about the game, just get drowned under these cheap bait posts, ignored by everyone.

It's happened to me, several times, somehow people don't know when to look away and ignore them, they just keep feeding them awards and attention.