Like Overwatch, the character roles determine how a certain hero is supposed to be played, supporting other players in the team in pre-determined ways. Here is a basic rundown of each Marvel Rivals role: Vanguard - These characters can deal heavy damage and shield allies from harm, essentially working as "tanks" in other hero shooters.

Marvel Rivals is offering an MCU-inspired alternate skin for Wolverine, which may be a relief for players put off by his default costume.

The most pop-culture relevant comic book appearances are destined to be big sellers in Marvel Rivals and their price shows the developers are aware of this too.

Marvel Rivals is right around the corner and will look to emphasize the “hero” in the hero shooter genre. It features some of the most recognizable faces from Marvel comics and will be completely free-to-play.