Hey there, fellow Marvel fans! Have you downloaded the new Marvel Rivals game? There are a total of 33 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 1 Eternal Night Falls, out on January 10th, 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 Character | Key Features | Health and Movement Speed |
 Captain America | – Shield-based defense – Projectile reflection – Strong initiator | 650 – 6m/s |
 Doctor Strange | – Portal creation – Shield generation – Dark Magic management | 650 – 6m/s |
 Groot | – Wall construction – Defensive buffs – Awakened wall mechanics | 700 – 6m/s |
 Hulk | – Three-form transformation (Banner / Hero / Monster) – Shield generation | 200 – 6m/s |
 Magneto | – Shield casting – Ring accumulation system – Knockback abilities | 650 – 6m/s |
 Peni Parker | – Mech-based combat – Surprising mobility despite size | 650 – 6m/s |
 Thor | – Thorforce management – Team-up abilities with Hela / Storm / Captain America | 500 – 6m/s |
 Venom | – High mobility – Health regeneration – Underground movement | 650 – 6m/s |
Vanguards are tanky characters who take the lead, soak up damage, and keep their teammates safe. Vanguard if your team needs someone to hold the front line and protect everyone else. It’s a great choice if you like being the one to take hits. 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 Character | Key Features | Health and Movement Speed |
 Black Panther | – Agile combat – Vibranium claws – Bast ultimate | 300 – 7m/s |
 Black Widow | – Sniper specialist – Grappling hook mobility | 250 – 6m/s |
 Hawkeye | – Bow mastery – Blade combat – Double jump | 250 – 6m/s |
 Hela | – Death-themed abilities – Crow mechanics | 275 – 6m/s |
 Iron Fist | – Martial arts focus – Meditation healing | 250 – 6m/s |
 Iron Man | – Aerial superiority – Varied weapon systems | 250 – 6m/s |
 Magik | – Portal teleportation – Darkchild transformation | 250 – 6m/s |
 Mister Fantastic | – Elastic combat mechanics – Area control through stretching – Scientific gadget deployment | 350 – 6m/s |
 Moon Knight | – Grappling mobility – Ankh field control | 250 – 6m/s |
 Namor | – Sea creature summoning – Trident targeting | 275 – 6m/s |
 Psylocke | – Stealth mechanics – Health-stealing shurikens | 250 – 6m/s |
 Punisher | – Weapon variety – Smoke grenades – Tracking system | 275 – 6m/s |
 Scarlet Witch | – Chaos magic – Stealth movement | 250 – 6m/s |
 Spider-Man | – Web-slinging – Wall-crawling – Spider-Sense | 250 – 6m/s |
 Squirrel Girl | – Slingshot combat – Acorn grenades | 275 – 6m/s |
 Star-Lord | – Element guns – Jet-powered dodging | 250 – 6m/s |
 Storm | – Weather control – Flight abilities | 250 – 6m/s |
 Winter Soldier | – Dual weapon system – Mechanical arm utilities | 250 – 6m/s |
 Wolverine | – Berserker rage – Claw-based combat | 300 – 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 Character | Key Features | Health and Movement Speed |
 Adam Warlock | – Ally revival – Self-healing – Damage sharing | 250 – 6m/s |
 Cloak & Dagger | – Character switching – Healing and damage hybrid | 250 – 6m/s |
 Invisible Woman | – Force field generation – Stealth capabilities – Area denial through barriers | 275 – 6m/s |
 Jeff the Land Shark | – Dual Team-Up abilities – Terrain navigation | 250 – 6m/s |
 Loki | Illusion creation – Healing and damage orbs | 250 – 6m/s |
 Luna Snow | – Ice-based healing and damage – Movement buffs | 275 – 6m/s |
 Mantis | – Team buffs – Enemy sedation | 275 – 6m/s |
 Rocket Raccoon | – Gadget support – Team-up synergies | 250 – 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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- Marvel Rivals Season 1 Battle Pass: All 10 New Skins Revealed
- Marvel Rivals Season 1: Which Characters Got Nerfed and Buffed
- Marvel Rivals: How to Get The Maker and Malice Skins
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!
