A true contender for Overwatch's reign over the hero shooter genre, a game backed by a globally recognized IP, has finally made its way into the hands of the general player base via a closed alpha test.
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The first closed alpha for Marvel Rivals officially went live at 7pm CT today; however, only around 30,000 players were able to gain initial access, and only in the US and Canada. Players can choose from an assortment of iconic Marvel heroes and villains who fall into the tank, DPS, or support categories. There are 19 heroes available during the closed alpha, though images of over 20 unannounced heroes have already leaked online.
Players who manage to get in will have a full 10 days to try out all the different characters and draw their own Overwatch comparisons. The combat, abilities, and competitive objectives are very reminiscent of Blizzard’s hero shooter, but Marvel Rivals looks to set itself apart with its third-person gameplay, destructible environments, and team-up moves.
Cosmetics will certainly be a major part of the game, with each character sporting a variety of outfits directly inspired by Marvel comics. Several of these outfits can already be purchased in the in-game shop using currency earned by completing challenges, but progress will not carry over to the full release of the game.
