Note: This list is updated with all Marvel Rivals complete character roster on December 13th, 2025.
Hey there, fellow Marvel fans! Have you downloaded the Marvel Rivals game? There are a total of 40 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. You can also click the names of the heroes for their detailed guides.
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 |
|---|---|---|
 Angela | • Manipulates ichors into weapons • Soars with angelic wings • Deals charged, area damage | 450 – 6m/s |
 Captain America | • Shield-based defense • Projectile reflection • Strong initiator | 650 – 6m/s |
 Doctor Strange | • Portal creation • Shield generation • Dark Magic management | 650 – 6m/s |
 Emma Frost | • Telepathic powers • Diamond Form transformation • Psychic combat abilities | 550 – 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 |
 Rogue | • Ability to absorb powers from enemies | 675 – 6m/s |
 The Thing | • Can absorb incoming threats with his formidable strength • Use a rock-like body to shield allies from harm | 700 – 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 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 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 |
 Blade | • Healing reduction debuff • Vampiric lifedrain skills | 350 – 6m/s |
 Daredevil | • Enhanced senses, agility, and reflexes • Skilled martial artist and acrobat • Uses a multi-purpose billy club to blind opponents | 300 – 6m/s |
 Hawkeye | • Bow mastery • Blade combat • Double jump | 250 – 6m/s |
 Hela | • Death-themed abilities • Crow mechanics | 275 – 6m/s |
 Human Torch | • Engulfed in roaring flames • Can deal damage while diving and escaping enemies | 250 – 6m/s |
 Iron Fist | • Martial arts focus • Meditation healing | 250 – 6m/s |
 Iron Man | • Aerial superiority • Varied weapon systems | 250 – 6m/s |
 Jean Grey | • Omega-level telepath and telekinetic abilities. • Has cosmic-level power and influence. | 275 – 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 |
 Gambit | • Agile support with heals, damage, cleanse, and debuffs • Uses Sleight of Hand stacks for buffs and card powers • Cards and blasts hurt foes and heal allies | 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 |
 Ultron | • First Strategist capable of flying • Can summon drones to heal and create damage at the same time | 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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That’s all of the 39 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!
