Marvel Rivals is Giving Spider-Man an Updated Look

Marvel Rivals is Giving Spider-Man an Updated Look

Highlights

  • Spider-Man in Marvel Rivals is getting an updated classic look.
  • The updated design features changes to Spider-Man’s boots, chest emblem, and upper suit.
  • The new design has been well-received overall, with some criticism about the increased amount of black.

As a lifelong Spidey fan who grew up reading the comics and watching every single movie adaptation (even those less-than-stellar ones), I must say that the updated design for Spider-Man in Marvel Rivals is nothing short of amazing!


In the upcoming collaboration between NetEase and Marvel Games titled “Marvel Rivals“, Spider-Man will be sporting a new, classic comic book-inspired appearance. Although a release date for this 6v6 online multiplayer game hasn’t been announced yet, gamers worldwide have had the chance to test it out in two previews, showcasing its diverse cast of Marvel characters.

Without a doubt, one of the initial characters introduced in Marvel Rivals was everyone’s favorite wall-crawler, Spider-Man. Known for his quick wit and crime-fighting prowess, Yuri Lowenthal returned to voice Peter Parker once more in this game, bringing life to the character. In Marvel Rivals, Spider-Man is a Duelist, characterized by his offensive playstyle that leverages his signature web shooters and spider-like agility to traverse the battlefield and deliver powerful combos on enemies. Notably, Spidey still possesses his iconic Spider-Sense as a passive ability, alerting players of approaching foes.

As a die-hard gamer, I’m always excited about updates related to my favorite Web-slinger, Spider-Man! Usually, everyone loves his alternate costumes in Marvel Rivals to keep gameplay sessions interesting. But lately, it seems like NetEase has given Spidey a makeover before the upcoming closed beta test. The renowned video game leaker, Miller Ross, recently shared some prestige art for Spider-Man’s default Marvel Rivals costume, and there have been some changes!

Spider-Man’s Default Marvel Rivals Look Has Been Updated

Generally, responses to the revised Marvel Rivals Spider-Man outfit have been largely favorable, yet there’s been some criticism over its increased black elements. Initially unveiled, many felt it was excessively detailed and a shift away from the cherished classic version that fans are accustomed to. However, in response to another post featuring the new design by Caboose on Twitter, TheDeliNBA commended the design for blending Spider-Man’s original costume with the artistic aesthetic Marvel Rivals aims to achieve.

To date, the game “Marvel Rivals” has been warmly welcomed, with its initial closed beta test successfully attracting over 50,000 players on Steam in a single day. The game is also catching the attention of other developers, particularly staff from “Overwatch 2”, who have shown interest in it and similar hero shooter games. With time still on their side, developers at NetEase can make necessary adjustments to “Marvel Rivals” based on player feedback, which could result in positive changes like a new look for Spider-Man before its official release.

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2024-08-11 22:33