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NetEase developer Guangyun Chen rejects the idea thatMarvel Rivalsis anything likeConcordbecause of its dedication to the players.Concordis the latest failed attempt at a hero shooter, butMarvel Rivalsmay not repeat the mistakes that resulted in its discontinuation.
Concordis a game that was released in August and discontinued in September due to its small audience. This set a record low for live service titles, as the game had only been live for two weeks before PlayStation shut the door on its few dedicated fans. Since then,Concordfans have spotted the game being soldat various stores despite the inability to play it.Marvel RivalsGame Director Guangyun Chen is confident that the Marvel hero shooter won’t followConcord’s mistakes.
The Gamerrecently held an exclusive interview withMarvel RivalsGame Director Guangyun Chen in whichConcordwas brought up. According to Chen,Marvel Rivalsis distinct fromConcordbecause NetEase intends to prioritize the player base and the game’s fun factor. The Game Director also stated thatMarvel Rivals' unique gameplaywill help the game stand out from other hero shooters. This may be because most characters in the game utilize their superhero abilities in place of the guns that are typically used in the hero shooter genre. Chen also emphasized dedication to the Marvel IP and storyline, whereasConcordwas a new IP that intended to introduce its characters through cinematics.
Marvel Rivals Could Avoid Concord’s Mistakes
BecauseMarvel Rivalswill be free to play, the hero shooter already has one benefit thatConcordwas missing. This lack of an entry fee could enable a broader audience to play the game that may have otherwise overlooked it. As making the game fun is core to NetEase’s ideology for the upcoming hero shooter, it’s likely to be a fundamental aspect of the game. This may suggest that subsequent updates to the game will continue to focus on maintaining a player’s ability to have fun.Concordwas on PS5 and PC, whileMarvel Rivalsis expected to release for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S, which could also play in its favor. Although NetEase is confident in the game’s success,Marvel Rivalsmay be missing cross-progressionwhen it launches.
WhileMarvel Rivalsis in the same genre asConcord, it seems to be distinct enough to draw players who passed on the PlayStation game. As NetEase is dedicated toevolving the foundations ofMarvel Rivalsthrough updates, future content drops may encourage people to try or return to the game.
Marvel Rivals
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Marvel Rivals is a Super Hero Team-Based PVP Shooter!Assemble an all-star Marvel squad, devise countless strategies by combining powers to form unique Team-Up skills and fight in destructible, ever-changing battlefields across the continually evolving Marvel universe!A Deep and Varied Marvel RosterChoose from a vast array of fan-favorite and cult-classic Marvel Super Heroes and Super Villains from across the Avengers, Guardians of the Galaxy, X-Men, and many more from across the Marvel Multiverse.Fast and Fun 6v6 Action with Ever-Changing Game DynamicsWith intricate environments, fast-paced gameplay, and ever-changing battlefields, there’s never a dull moment in Marvel Rivals! Battle as Super Heroes and Super Villains with incredible abilities and combine your powers to bring unexpected fun to the battlefield in a matter of seconds.Dynamic Hero SynergyCoordinate unique combinations between characters to ignite surprising Team-Up Skills! Unleash the synergy of combined superpowers and invent new tactics that can turn the tide of combat. Ride on Groot’s back as Rocket Raccoon to take on your enemies as a dangerous duo, unleash Gamma energy as Hulk to charge Iron Man’s armor for massive damage, and so much more!Creative Environment DestructionTear your way through iconic Marvel worlds across destructible environments! From Asgard to the Tokyo of 2099, use superpowers to alter these environments, reshape the terrain, and craft a strategic advantage on the battlefield! Take cover to dodge attacks or use makeshift weapons to strike down enemies. Players will find countless ways to utilize the environment to claim victory!Continually Evolving Universe and Robust Post-Launch UpdatesThe Marvel Multiverse brings infinite possibilities! Each seasonal drop will introduce new Super Heroes to the battlefield along with challenging and diverse maps! Unlock new content to implement across various gameplay strategies while experiencing thrilling action and endless possibilities in these adventurous team battles!
