Over the course of a few months, Marvel games has taken the spotlight, However, this isn’t a new Insomniac Games release. Instead, NetEase Games announced Marvels Rivals: a new arena, team-based PvP experience shoehorning classic comic book heroes. After rumors circulated online, the game was officially announced this March.
What is more interesting is what was uncovered in the code for the game. Although the game is not properly out, there are closed playtests already live for the title. And some users discovered evidence that consoles will also be able to jump into Marvel Rivals at some point. However, it is understood that the wait could still be a while away.
Well at the May 2024 State of Play, NetEase Games revealed a new trailer for Marvel Rivals sharing both Xbox & PlayStation are now in the mix with a closed beta set for July this summer. You can watch the new trailer in the video below:
“Today, we’re thrilled to confirm Marvel Rivals is coming to PS5 as well as drop out brand-new trailer, which reveals another two characters joining the roster day one: Venom and Adam Warlock! We know the players have been eagerly awaiting this news since we first unveiled Marvel Rivals back in March! For the CBT this July, we’ll be rolling out tests for the PS5 platform, so get your controllers ready!”
Producer Stephen Wu adds: “I have to admit, developing Marvel Rivals has been a thrilling ride. For the NetEase team, pulling this 6v6 Super Hero Team-Based PVP Shooter from the vast House of Ideas into reality was never easy. But through relentless refinement and a true alliance with the Marvel Games team, we assembled a game of which we feel truly proud.”
What are you most excited for Marvel Rivals?
Marvel Rivals is listed for Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC.
Source: PlayStation Blog
