Marvel Rivals Player Has One Big Tip for Ranking Up

Marvel Rivals Grandmaster Reaches New Heights, Challenges Team Composition Norms

A Marvel Rivals player's recent ascent to Grandmaster I rank has sparked a debate about optimal team compositions. While the prevailing wisdom suggests a balanced team of two Vanguards, two Duelists, and two Strategists, this player contends that any team with at least one Vanguard and one Strategist is capable of victory. Season 1 is on the horizon, bringing with it new characters (including the Fantastic Four, recently announced by NetEase Games) and maps.

With Season 0 drawing to a close, many players are focused on climbing the competitive ladder, aiming for rewards like the free Moon Knight skin. This competitive push has highlighted frustrations with unbalanced teams lacking Vanguards or Strategists.

Redditor Few_Event_1719, the Grandmaster I player, advocates for a more flexible approach. They’ve found success with unconventional lineups, even experimenting with a team lacking Vanguards entirely (three Duelists and three Strategists). This unconventional strategy aligns with NetEase Games' stated intention to avoid implementing a role queue system, prioritizing player experimentation over rigid team structures. While some players welcome this freedom, others express concerns about matches dominated by Duelists.

The Grandmaster's unconventional team compositions have divided the community. Some argue that a single Strategist is insufficient, leaving the team vulnerable when the healer is targeted. Others support the idea of unorthodox team builds, sharing their own success stories. They point out that Marvel Rivals' Strategists provide audio and visual cues when taking damage, mitigating the risk of a single healer.

The competitive scene is currently a focus of community discussion, with suggestions for improvements ranging from hero bans to the removal of Seasonal Bonuses. Despite ongoing debates about balance, the game's popularity remains strong, and players eagerly await the new season.