Marvel Rivals, the upcoming 6v6 hero brawler from NetEase, is set to feature an extensive roster drawing from Marvel's 86 years of comic history. However, it appears the developers won't be limited to existing fan favorites alone. NetEase has received special permission from Marvel to create entirely new, original characters specifically for the game.
Creative Freedom for NetEase
This significant news was revealed by Game Director Guangyun Chen during a recent interview with MP1st. When asked whether the team had the right to create a new hero for the game that could potentially appear in the wider Marvel universe, Chen clearly stated, "Yes, we are allowed to add original characters in Marvel Rivals."
The interview went on to ask if any such characters were currently in development. Chen’s response to this was a hint, with the director advising to "stay tuned for news." This suggests that NetEase might already have plans for these unique additions. This move also aligns with a broader trend seen in other recent Marvel projects, including films and series, which have increasingly introduced new characters into the expansive Marvel lore.
What This Means for Players
While Marvel's vast comic history offers an almost endless supply of heroes and villains for a game like Marvel Rivals, the ability to craft unique characters provides NetEase with significant creative freedom. It allows them to design heroes perfectly suited to the game's specific gameplay mechanics and world, potentially introducing fresh faces that could become new fan favorites and expand the Marvel universe in new ways.
For players, this means the potential for a truly unique and evolving roster beyond the expected lineup of iconic Marvel heroes. While some fans might prefer to see every established character make an appearance first, the inclusion of original heroes could bring exciting new dynamics and stories to the game. It will be interesting to see how these new characters integrate into the familiar Marvel universe within Marvel Rivals, which is available on PC (Steam, Epic Games Store), PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series.
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