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Mastering Marvel Rivals: January 2025's Top and Bottom Performers

Success in Marvel Rivals hinges on both skillful play and strategic character selection. Understanding which characters boast the highest and lowest win rates is crucial for victory. This data snapshot from January 2025 reveals the game's top and bottom performers.

Underperforming Characters in Marvel Rivals

Analyzing win rates helps identify underperforming heroes and villains, preventing players from hindering their team's success. The following Marvel Rivals characters exhibited the lowest win rates in January 2025:

Many on this list suffer from low pick rates, impacting win rate statistics. However, Jeff the Land Shark, Cloak & Dagger, and Venom stand out. Jeff and Cloak & Dagger, both healers, lack the unique abilities of other Strategists. Jeff's Ultimate Attack nerf in Season 2 may further decrease his win rate. Venom, the sole tank on the list, excels at absorbing damage but often struggles to deliver the final blow. Fortunately, a Season 1 buff will enhance his Ultimate Attack's base damage.

Top-Performing Characters in Marvel Rivals

For players seeking a winning edge, focusing on high-win-rate characters can significantly improve their chances of success. The following characters dominated Marvel Rivals in January 2025:

While popular choices like Peni Parker and Mantis remain strong, Magik and Black Panther, despite lower pick rates, highlight the impact of skilled play with powerful damage dealers.

While this data provides valuable insight, it shouldn't dictate character choices exclusively. However, familiarity with at least one high-win-rate character can provide a significant advantage.

Marvel Rivals is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.