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Hey there, fellow Marvel fans! Have you downloaded the new Marvel Rivals game? There are a total of 38 heroes and villains, so picking the right character can feel a bit overwhelming. Should you go with Iron Man’s awesome tech, Wolverine’s brutal claws, or maybe support your team as Mantis? Don’t worry, if you’re still confused, we have put together a guide for Marvel Rivals’ complete character roster and their roles.

Note: This list is now updated for Marvel Rivals Season 2, out on April 11th, 2025.

Marvel Rivals features three distinct roles that work together in 6v6 matches. Here is the complete breakdown of Marvel Rivals’ complete character roster and roles for each role and their characters:

Vanguard Characters

Marvel Rivals CharacterKey FeaturesHealth and Movement Speed
Captain America– Shield-based defense
– Projectile reflection
– Strong initiator650 – 6m/s
Doctor Strange– Portal creation
– Shield generation
– Dark Magic management650 – 6m/s
Emma Frost– Telepathic powers
– Diamond Form transformation
– Psychic combat abilities550 – 6m/s
Groot– Wall construction
– Defensive buffs
– Awakened wall mechanics700 – 6m/s
Hulk– Three-form transformation (Banner / Hero / Monster)
– Shield generation200 – 6m/s
Magneto– Shield casting
– Ring accumulation system
– Knockback abilities650 – 6m/s
Peni Parker– Mech-based combat
– Surprising mobility despite size650 – 6m/s
The Thing– Can absorb incoming threats with his formidable strength
– Use a rock-like body to shield allies from harm700 – 6m/s
Thor– Thorforce management
– Team-up abilities with Hela / Storm / Captain America500 – 6m/s
Venom– High mobility
– Health regeneration
– Underground movement650 – 6m/s

Vanguards are tanky characters who take the lead, soak up damage, and keep their teammates safe. Vanguard is the best choice if your team needs someone to hold the front line and protect everyone else. Plus, Vanguards are perfect for learning the game since their higher survivability makes it easier to get the hang of the mechanics.

Duelist Characters

Marvel Rivals CharacterKey FeaturesHealth and Movement Speed
Black Panther– Agile combat
– Vibranium claws
– Bast ultimate300 – 7m/s
Black Widow– Sniper specialist
– Grappling hook mobility250 – 6m/s
Hawkeye– Bow mastery
– Blade combat
– Double jump250 – 6m/s
Hela– Death-themed abilities
– Crow mechanics275 – 6m/s
Human Torch– Engulfed in roaring flames
– Can deal damage while diving and escaping enemies250 – 6m/s
Iron Fist– Martial arts focus
– Meditation healing250 – 6m/s
Iron Man– Aerial superiority
– Varied weapon systems250 – 6m/s
Magik– Portal teleportation
– Darkchild transformation250 – 6m/s
Mister Fantastic– Elastic combat mechanics
– Area control through stretching
– Scientific gadget deployment350 – 6m/s
Moon Knight– Grappling mobility
– Ankh field control250 – 6m/s
Namor– Sea creature summoning
– Trident targeting275 – 6m/s
Psylocke– Stealth mechanics
– Health-stealing shurikens250 – 6m/s
Punisher– Weapon variety
– Smoke grenades
– Tracking system275 – 6m/s
Scarlet Witch– Chaos magic
– Stealth movement250 – 6m/s
Spider-Man– Web-slinging
– Wall-crawling
– Spider-Sense250 – 6m/s
Squirrel Girl– Slingshot combat
– Acorn grenades275 – 6m/s
Star-Lord– Element guns
– Jet-powered dodging250 – 6m/s
Storm– Weather control
– Flight abilities250 – 6m/s
Winter Soldier– Dual weapon system
– Mechanical arm utilities250 – 6m/s
Wolverine– Berserker rage
– Claw-based combat300 – 7m/s

Duelists are high-damage dealers who specialize in taking down enemies quickly and efficiently. Go for the Duelist character if your team needs more firepower to defeat enemies. It’s a solid pick if you’ve got good aim and quick reflexes. Duelists are perfect for players who love an aggressive, high-energy playstyle.

Strategist Characters

Marvel Rivals CharacterKey FeaturesHealth and Movement Speed
Adam Warlock– Ally revival
– Self-healing
– Damage sharing250 – 6m/s
Cloak & Dagger– Character switching
– Healing and damage hybrid250 – 6m/s
Invisible Woman– Force field generation
– Stealth capabilities
– Area denial through barriers275 – 6m/s
Jeff the Land Shark– Dual Team-Up abilities
– Terrain navigation250 – 6m/s
Loki Illusion creation
– Healing and damage orbs250 – 6m/s
Luna Snow– Ice-based healing and damage
– Movement buffs275 – 6m/s
Mantis– Team buffs
– Enemy sedation275 – 6m/s
Rocket Raccoon– Gadget support
– Team-up synergies250 – 6m/s

Strategists are support characters who focus on healing teammates and providing valuable buffs to the team. Pick a Strategist for your team they need some healing and support. It’s the ideal role for players who enjoy helping others succeed and love using strategy to change the gameplay.

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That’s all of the 35 characters available to play in Marvel Rivals right now. Remember, the best character choice depends on your playstyle and team needs. Don’t be afraid to experiment with different roles and characters to find your perfect match!

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