{"id":2942,"date":"2025-05-08T19:00:41","date_gmt":"2025-05-08T19:00:41","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.ballpeenhammer.com\/?p=2942"},"modified":"2025-10-22T15:15:32","modified_gmt":"2025-10-22T15:15:32","slug":"marvel-rivals-vs-overwatch-2-which-hero-shooter-is-right-for-you","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/www.ballpeenhammer.com\/index.php\/2025\/05\/08\/marvel-rivals-vs-overwatch-2-which-hero-shooter-is-right-for-you\/","title":{"rendered":"Marvel Rivals vs. Overwatch 2: Which hero shooter is right for you?\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"585\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"A vibrant gaming setup featuring a monitor displaying animated characters in combat, illuminated by warm, ambient lighting.\" class=\"wp-image-182135 lazyload\" data-src=\"http:\/\/www.ballpeenhammer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Marvel-Rivals-vs.-Overwatch-2.-Which-Hero-Shooter-Suits-You-Best-large.jpg\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Credit: Steam<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"tldr\">\n<div class=\"tldr__heading\">\n<h2>TL;DR<\/h2>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Marvel Rivals and Overwatch 2 are colourful hero shooters for PC and console.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>The former is 6v6, whereas the latter originally utilised a 5v5 format for its game modes, but now also offers a 6v6 mode.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Both games are free-to-play with optional cosmetic microtransactions available.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Heroes are divided into three distinct categories: Tank, Damage, and Support.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>New heroes are being added frequently with each new season\/yearly rollout.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Marvel Rivals is the far more popular game by player count in 2025.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Overwatch 2\u2019s competitive scene is far larger, with huge prize pools and viewership.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-paragraph-68f8f34a7fbf7\" class=\"esi-paragraph \">\n<p>Trying to decide between playing <a href=\"https:\/\/esportsinsider.com\/esports-titles\/marvel-rivals\">Marvel Rivals<\/a> vs. <a href=\"https:\/\/esportsinsider.com\/overwatch-2-new-characters\">Overwatch 2<\/a>? We\u2019re here to help. There are only so many hours in a day, and with so many live-service shooters vying for your attention, it can be challenging to know where to start.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-paragraph-68f8f34a80733\" class=\"esi-paragraph \">\n<p>That\u2019s why we\u2019re comparing Marvel Rivals against Overwatch 2 based on a combination of factors: the gameplay differences, roster, popularity, team structure, roles, character variety, abilities, and more.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-paragraph-68f8f34a81279\" class=\"esi-paragraph \">\n<p>We\u2019re also outlining the respective pricing models for Marvel Rivals and Overwatch 2 and their <a href=\"https:\/\/esportsinsider.com\/explainers\/what-is-esports\">esports<\/a> potential, so you can see the inner workings of the casual and competitive scenes, should you want to take either game seriously.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-paragraph-68f8f34a81dc6\" class=\"esi-paragraph \">\n<p>Whether you\u2019re playing on PC or console, we\u2019re going through everything you need to know before you download and install either NetEase\u2019s or Blizzard\u2019s premier hero shooter in 2025.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-heading-68f8f34a829c3\" class=\"esi-heading \">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"marvel_rivals_vs_overwatch_2_direct_comparisonnbsp-2\">Marvel Rivals vs. Overwatch 2: Direct comparison\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<ul style=\"background-color:#ededed\" class=\"wp-block-list has-background\">\n<li>Marvel Rivals and Overwatch 2 are free-to-play hero shooters.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Both games utilise small teams on varied maps to complete similar objectives.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>True to its name, Marvel Rivals pulls from a legacy of comic and movie characters.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Marvel Rivals is in third-person, whereas Overwatch 2 is a first-person shooter (FPS).\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div id=\"esi-paragraph-68f8f34a833b3\" class=\"esi-paragraph \">\n<p>When directly comparing Marvel Rivals vs. Overwatch 2, there are many notable similarities to be aware of. Both NetEase\u2019s and Blizzard\u2019s titles are <a href=\"https:\/\/esportsinsider.com\/esports-titles\/shooters\">hero shooters<\/a> (the former literally in that case), which see types of character roles compete in various game modes on colourful and expressive maps.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-paragraph-68f8f34a83b21\" class=\"esi-paragraph \">\n<p>You pick your favourite hero (or queue up for the role you want), each with their unique weapons and abilities, and then compete in teams to win matches based on the objectives present.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-paragraph-68f8f34a841ee\" class=\"esi-paragraph \">\n<p>Marvel Rivals game modes include Domination, Convoy, and Convergence, which are inspired by the blueprint that Overwatch laid nearly a decade ago. Overwatch 2 has versions of these game modes, including Control, Escort, Push, Clash, and Flashpoint, which are similar variations on standard play.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-paragraph-68f8f34a848df\" class=\"esi-paragraph \">\n<p>In terms of balance and gameplay feel, Overwatch 2 often has tighter gameplay and combat mechanics and more precise environmental interactions with a bit higher skill ceiling. On the other hand, Marvel Rivals, being third-person, gives you more spatial awareness and dynamic movement options since you can hide behind environmental objects and still get an idea of the surroundings.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-paragraph-68f8f34a84f9b\" class=\"esi-paragraph \">\n<p>Also, Marvel Rivals generally tends to feel a lot more forgiving for new players, even those that might not be as familiar with multiplayer games or hero shooters. The characters in Marvel Rivals are generally more accessible to everyone; you can just pick up a character and perform decently, most of the time. Overwatch 2\u2019s characters do have more varied playstyles and strategies, and can take longer to get the hang of, comparatively speaking<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-heading-68f8f34a856be\" class=\"esi-heading \">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"marvel_rivals_vs_overwatch_2_which_hero_shooter_is_more_popular_in_2025nbsp-2\">Marvel Rivals vs. Overwatch 2: Which hero shooter is more popular in 2025?\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Marvel Rivals is substantially more popular than Overwatch 2 in 2025.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Overwatch 2 still routinely brings in around 35,000 players on PC.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>The reason for the declining popularity is the fan backlash to changes such as the removal of the promised PvE mode, aggressive monetisation, and broken promises which lead to a decline in fan trust..\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>You can play Marvel Rivals and Overwatch 2 on both consoles or PC.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div id=\"esi-paragraph-68f8f34a85edc\" class=\"esi-paragraph \">\n<p>While Overwatch was immensely popular when it first debuted back in 2016, it was then replaced by Overwatch 2, which was released as a free-to-play game in October 2022. Its popularity has dwindled with each big sweeping update that\u2019s divided the fanbase significantly.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-paragraph-68f8f34a86607\" class=\"esi-paragraph \">\n<p>Originally only available via Battle.net, it\u2019s now available to download and play on Steam for PCs and consoles, such as the Xbox Series X\/S, Xbox One, PS5, PS4, and even Nintendo Switch. <a href=\"https:\/\/steamdb.info\/app\/2357570\/charts\/\">According to SteamDB<\/a>, <strong>around 35,000 players still log in to Overwatch 2 every day<\/strong>, but that\u2019s a far cry from what Marvel Rivals is regularly pulling in.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-paragraph-68f8f34a86da8\" class=\"esi-paragraph \">\n<p>Marvel Rivals, compared to Overwatch 2, is a night-and-day difference. There are routinely <strong>around 100,000 concurrent players<\/strong> <strong>in Marvel Rivals<\/strong> on any given day <a href=\"https:\/\/steamdb.info\/app\/2767030\/charts\/\">based on a 24-hour peak<\/a>, which means that NetEase\u2019s game is currently around <strong>300% more popular<\/strong> than Blizzard\u2019s older release.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-paragraph-68f8f34a87605\" class=\"esi-paragraph \">\n<p>But don\u2019t be initially discouraged by the lack of player figures from Overwatch 2, as you can still readily find a game, but you won\u2019t have the same player pool for all game modes as you will with Marvel Rivals now.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-heading-68f8f34a87eab\" class=\"esi-heading \">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"overwatch_2_vs_marvel_rivals_detailed_analysisnbsp-2\">Overwatch 2 vs. Marvel Rivals: Detailed analysis\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<ul style=\"background-color:#ededed\" class=\"wp-block-list has-background\">\n<li>Marvel Rivals and Overwatch feature distinct heroes, split into three categories.<\/li>\n<li>The main draw is the heroes\u2019 respective abilities and ultimate attacks.<\/li>\n<li>Both games are free-to-play but feature optional cosmetic microtransactions.<\/li>\n<li>You can play either game on PC or console with Xbox and PlayStation platforms, while Overwatch 2 is also available on both Nintendo Switch 1 and 2.<\/li>\n<li>Overwatch 2 has a much larger esports following, given the release date of the original game, but Marvel Rivals could catch up.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div id=\"esi-paragraph-68f8f34a886ba\" class=\"esi-paragraph \">\n<p>To learn the differences between Marvel Rivals and Overwatch 2, we\u2019ll need to dig deep into what makes each respective game tick. We\u2019ll outline the team structures, hero designs, roster, character abilities, accessibility, technical performance, pricing model, competitive potentials, USP, and more to help you decide which game\u2019s worth booting up every day.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-heading-68f8f34a88f57\" class=\"esi-heading \">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"overwatch_2_vs_marvel_rivals_team_structure_roles-2\">Overwatch 2 vs Marvel Rivals: Team structure &amp; roles\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"A dynamic scene of characters engaged in a battle on a cobblestone street, with purple energy orbs flying amidst a vibrant urban backdrop.\" class=\"wp-image-182104 lazyload\" data-src=\"http:\/\/www.ballpeenhammer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Overwatch-2-team-large.jpg\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Overwatch 2 and Marvel Rivals see teams of heroes divided into three distinct categories \/ Image credit: Steam<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div id=\"esi-paragraph-68f8f34a898b3\" class=\"esi-paragraph \">\n<p>Starting with Marvel Rivals, NetEase\u2019s hero shooter uses a 6v6 format, with 12 players total, competing through the various game modes; each team features heroes that are divided up into three distinct categories: Vanguard, Strategist, and Duelist, which are best suited to different roles depending on the task at hand. In simplest terms, Vanguards are tanks, Strategists are healers that also provide support, and Duelists are damage-dealers.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-paragraph-68f8f34a8a02a\" class=\"esi-paragraph \">\n<p>Is OW2 any better? Overwatch 2 (largely) streamlines the formula seen in the first game with Tank, Damage, and Support, respectively. Originally, there were four classes before the sequel update (Offense, Defense, Support, and Tank), but things were later simplified as the team sizes were reduced.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-paragraph-68f8f34a8a879\" class=\"esi-paragraph \">\n<p>While you could play any role at first, there has since been a queue system introduced, ensuring that you can\u2019t just roll out with a full squad of tanks or DPS heroes, which has been somewhat controversial, even if it was done with the best of intentions in the name of balancing.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-heading-68f8f34a8af82\" class=\"esi-heading \">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"overwatch_2_vs_marvel_rivals_hero_design_roster-2\">Overwatch 2 vs Marvel Rivals: Hero design &amp; roster\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-paragraph-68f8f34a8b7e4\" class=\"esi-paragraph \">\n<p>No Marvel Rivals vs. Overwatch 2 comparison would be complete without analysing the heroes that make up the two respective shooters. Starting with NetEase\u2019s game, it has an initial leg up because many of the characters are already incredibly well-known thanks to decades of comic and movie integration, which has only been bolstered thanks to the immense, billion-dollar Marvel Cinematic Universe, which has taken the world by storm for nearly 20 years.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-paragraph-68f8f34a8bf81\" class=\"esi-paragraph \">\n<p>The hero roster includes mainstays such as <strong>Spider-Man, Captain America, Iron Man, Hulk, Venom, Wolverine, The Punisher, Magneto, <\/strong>and<strong> Thor<\/strong>. However, it\u2019s not afraid to get more obscure, with lesser-known heroes such as <strong>Jeff the Land Shark, Magik, Squirrel Girl, Luna Snow,<\/strong> and<strong> Psylocke<\/strong> <strong>and Angela<\/strong> also making the cut. Check out our full <a href=\"https:\/\/esportsinsider.com\/marvel-rivals-tier-list-best-characters\">Marvel Rivals tier list<\/a> to see who\u2019s the best.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-paragraph-68f8f34a8c79b\" class=\"esi-paragraph \">\n<p>That\u2019s to take nothing away from Overwatch 2\u2019s roster, which has become iconic in its own right. Fans have had nearly a decade to come to know and love the likes of <strong>Tracer, Widowmaker, Zarya, Mei, Mercy, Reaper, Soldier 76, Hanzo, Genji, and Pharah<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-paragraph-68f8f34a8cf6b\" class=\"esi-paragraph \">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/esportsinsider.com\/overwatch-2-new-characters\">New Overwatch 2 characters<\/a> are still being rolled out frequently, with the likes of Wuyang arriving recently, and newer characters being added previously, such as Hazard and Illari.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-paragraph-68f8f34a8d770\" class=\"esi-paragraph \">\n<p>NetEase\u2019s game also sees <a href=\"https:\/\/esportsinsider.com\/marvel-rivals-new-characters\">characters frequently added<\/a> to the roster, with a recent update bringing Angela into the fold, succeeding the launch of the Blade and Jean Grey in the previous season. There will always be someone new to play as long as you stick with both titles.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-paragraph-68f8f34a8dedb\" class=\"esi-paragraph \">\n<p>As of September 2025, Marvel Rivals has <strong>42 heroes<\/strong>, with <strong>22 Duelists<\/strong>, <strong>11 Vanguards<\/strong>, and <strong>9 Strategists<\/strong>, which has led to concerns about class balance, especially in ranked modes where team composition matters a lot. In contrast, Overwatch 2 has more even role distribution thanks to role queue, which helps in preventing unbalanced team compositions. The game also has a more even spread, with <strong>12 Tanks, 18 Damage,<\/strong> and<strong> 14 Support<\/strong> characters for a total of <strong>44 heroes.<br \/><\/strong>Marvel Rivals has quickly ballooned to a roster almost greater than that of Overwatch 2, within just a year of release. That\u2019s because Marvel Rivals now releases a brand new hero every month, while Overwatch 2 sees a new hero every four months on average. Marvel Rivals does have a rich comic history of a century to pull characters from, though, while Overwatch 2 creates them from scratch, which takes far longer.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-heading-68f8f34a8e6d4\" class=\"esi-heading \">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"marvel_rivals_vs_overwatch_2_character_variety-2\">Marvel Rivals vs Overwatch 2: Character variety\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"Spider-Man battles Venom and Namor in a vibrant, urban setting, surrounded by cherry blossoms and towering skyscrapers.\" class=\"wp-image-182105 lazyload\" data-src=\"http:\/\/www.ballpeenhammer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Marvel-Rivals-heroes-large.jpg\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Marvel Rivals has incredibly distinct characters, with no two heroes playing or feeling the same \/ Image credit: Steam<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div id=\"esi-paragraph-68f8f34a8ee61\" class=\"esi-paragraph \">\n<p>One way that both Marvel Rivals and Overwatch 2 excel is in their character variety. NetEase\u2019s hero shooter pulls from all corners of its expansive license aesthetically, sure, but the real strength is in how each character plays.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-paragraph-68f8f34a8f68a\" class=\"esi-paragraph \">\n<p>Divided into three classes, there\u2019s a huge disparity in the roles. With so many Duelists available, there\u2019s a huge difference between how Spider-Man zips around the stage, compared to how Moon Knight skulks around the battlefield, or how Iron Man flies around.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-paragraph-68f8f34a8fed9\" class=\"esi-paragraph \">\n<p>Even gun-wielding characters feel distinct, as Star-Lord, The Punisher, and Winter Soldier control vastly differently from each other, and the melee-focused Wolverine is drastically more feral and chaotic than the otherwise controlled and precise Iron Fist, for example.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-paragraph-68f8f34a90787\" class=\"esi-paragraph \">\n<p class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#ededed\">Because Overwatch 2 is a first-person shooter, you\u2019ll (primarily) view your character\u2019s weapons as you see through their eyes, instead of the pulled-back third-person perspective of Marvel Rivals.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-paragraph-68f8f34a91277\" class=\"esi-paragraph \">\n<p>This offers a distinct advantage in helping you feel more like the hero, especially in terms of their movement mechanics and unique abilities. We see this in Tracer, who can time-travel and teleport, Hanzo, who can scale walls, Cassidy, who rolls and places traps, and Widowmaker, who\u2019s armed with a grappling hook for higher vantage points and a deadly sniper rifle that also doubles up as a submachine gun when needed. That\u2019s to say nothing of the likes of Wrecking Ball (a hamster) or Bastion (a literal walking tank), which are about as distinct as you can get.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-paragraph-68f8f34a91e34\" class=\"esi-paragraph \">\n<p>None of the 44 current heroes play the same, so you\u2019re best off trying them all out to see which feels best to you.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-paragraph-68f8f34a92966\" class=\"esi-paragraph \">\n<p>A recent criticism in Marvel Rivals is its \u201cbloated DPS roster\u201d, with Duelists outnumbering Vanguards and Strategists by a large margin (almost 50% of the characters are Duelists). This leads to less diversity in team comps, especially in higher ranks. Overwatch 2\u2019s damage dealers are more varied by role and function.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-paragraph-68f8f34a9346b\" class=\"esi-paragraph \">\n<p>The difference between Marvel Rivals and Overwatch 2 in variety also comes down to how each game handles support roles. Overwatch 2 supports often have utility besides just healing (movement, barriers, crowd control, for example), while Marvel Rivals\u2019 Strategists lean more toward just routine healing and a few buffs.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-heading-68f8f34a93f64\" class=\"esi-heading \">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"marvel_rivals_vs_overwatch_2_ability_similarities-2\">Marvel Rivals vs Overwatch 2: Ability similarities\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-paragraph-68f8f34a94a34\" class=\"esi-paragraph \">\n<p>As hero shooters, Overwatch 2 and Marvel Rivals rely on abilities to further distinguish how each of their characters plays on the field, and there\u2019s a surprising amount of overlap as both games have similar archetypes.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-paragraph-68f8f34a9555a\" class=\"esi-paragraph \">\n<p>We can see this best by <strong>comparing similar heroes<\/strong>:\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<ul style=\"background-color:#ededed\" class=\"wp-block-list has-background\">\n<li>The Punisher plays similarly to Soldier 76<\/li>\n<li>Both Iron Man and Pharah utilise rockets and aerial combat<\/li>\n<li>Hawkeye and Hanzo are the two master archers<\/li>\n<li>Star-Lord and Tracer do battle with twin laser pistols<\/li>\n<li>Tanks such as Venom and Roadhog use their brute strength to eliminate opponents and win matches<\/li>\n<li>Magneto and Sigma, Psylocke and Genji, and Black Widow and Widowmaker are a few more heroes who share many similarities in their utility.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div id=\"esi-paragraph-68f8f34a9624a\" class=\"esi-paragraph \">\n<p>Regardless of the game, <strong>all abilities are mapped to dedicated buttons<\/strong> (or key commands) and are (almost always) on a cooldown timer that prevents them from being overused.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-paragraph-68f8f34a96c39\" class=\"esi-paragraph \">\n<p><strong>The biggest ability of each respective character is the Ultimate abilities<\/strong>, which are (usually) charged by eliminating opponents and can be devastating in their impact, turning the tide of matches if strategically timed and placed.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-paragraph-68f8f34a973b3\" class=\"esi-paragraph \">\n<p>However, not every ultimate is billed the same; some characters may heal (or even revive) players instead of dishing out the pain, so <strong>it\u2019s essential to <strong>familiarise<\/strong> yourself with your hero<\/strong> of choice and learning when best to execute these moves.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-heading-68f8f34a97af8\" class=\"esi-heading \">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"overwatch_2_vs_marvel_rivals_accessibility_for_new_players-2\">Overwatch 2 vs Marvel Rivals: Accessibility for new players\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"Spider-Man battles Namor with superheroes Iron Man, Hulk, and Rocket Raccoon in a vibrant, action-packed scene.\" class=\"wp-image-182107 lazyload\" data-src=\"http:\/\/www.ballpeenhammer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/SpiderMan-Marvel-Rivals-large.jpg\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Spider-Man is rated five stars in terms of difficulty, but some Marvel Rivals heroes are much easier \/ Image credit: Steam<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div id=\"esi-paragraph-68f8f34a98311\" class=\"esi-paragraph \">\n<p>With so many heroes available, both Marvel Rivals and Overwatch 2 can be initially intimidating to new players. However, they feature dedicated tutorials and practice ranges that can make learning the ropes easier.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-paragraph-68f8f34a98a05\" class=\"esi-paragraph \">\n<p>Marvel Rivals takes things a step further with a difficulty ranking for each of its heroes; each character has a difficulty rating of up to five stars for the complexity of their mechanics and ability utilisation.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-paragraph-68f8f34a99117\" class=\"esi-paragraph \">\n<p class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#ededed\"><strong>Some of the hardest Marvel Rivals heroes to play include Loki, Peni Parker, Psylocke, <strong>Angela, Black Panther<\/strong> and Spider-Man<\/strong> due to the steep learning curve involved in learning their respective movement and offensive mechanics compared to some of the other heroes on the roster.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-paragraph-68f8f34a99812\" class=\"esi-paragraph \">\n<p>Blizzard doesn\u2019t rate its Overwatch 2 roster in the same way. However, some of its heroes are overtly more simplistic than others. For example, Reinhardt is about as easy to comprehend as they come; he\u2019s a hammer-wielding brute with a barrier shield and a dash attack, whereas someone like Junkrat, with his grenade launcher and explosive abilities, requires more precision and understanding of physics to use effectively.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-paragraph-68f8f34a99efb\" class=\"esi-paragraph \">\n<p class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#ededed\"><strong>Some of the hardest Overwatch 2 heroes to play for beginners include Widowmaker and Tracer<\/strong>; the former\u2019s devastating with a sniper rifle, but that weapon requires precision, and the latter\u2019s fast with damage dealing and traversal, but suffers from a low health pool. If you\u2019re not careful, she can be taken out with a well-aimed headshot before you know what\u2019s hit you.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-paragraph-68f8f34a9a5c9\" class=\"esi-paragraph \">\n<p>Marvel Rivals also now shows a recommended class balance in its hero-select screen for players, which suggests picking a Strategist or Vanguard for better team stability, and for new players, flags Duelists as harder unless you\u2019ve already played a few matches with them<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-heading-68f8f34a9ace8\" class=\"esi-heading \">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"marvel_rivals_vs_overwatch_2_technical_performance-2\">Marvel Rivals vs Overwatch 2: Technical performance\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"A dynamic battle scene featuring Marvel heroes, including Hulk and Doctor Strange, unleashing powers in a vibrant, ancient setting.\" class=\"wp-image-182109 lazyload\" data-src=\"http:\/\/www.ballpeenhammer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Marvel-Rivals-key-art-large.jpg\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Powered by Unreal Engine 5, Marvel Rivals is the more demanding\u00a0game on PC, but both titles play nicely on consoles \/ Image credit: Steam<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\">\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th><strong>Feature<\/strong><\/th>\n<th><strong>Marvel Rivals<\/strong><\/th>\n<th><strong>Overwatch 2<\/strong><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Console frame rate<\/td>\n<td>60fps on Xbox Series X\/S and PS5; 120Hz mode supported. 30fps on PS4, 60 fps on PS4 Pro.<\/td>\n<td>60fps on all resolutions (1080p to 4K); 120Hz mode supported<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>PC optimisation<\/td>\n<td>More hardware-intensive; better suited for newer rigs<\/td>\n<td>Very lightweight; runs well on decade-old PCs<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Minimum PC specs<\/td>\n<td>Intel i5-6600K \/ Ryzen 5 1600X + GTX 1060 \/ RX 580<\/td>\n<td>Intel i3 \/ Phenom X3 + GTX 600 \/ Radeon HD 7000<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Recommended PC specs<\/td>\n<td>Intel i5-10400 \/ Ryzen 5 5600X + RTX 2060 \/ RX 5700 XT<\/td>\n<td>Intel i7 \/ Ryzen 5 + GTX 1060 \/ Radeon R9 380<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>High-end features<\/td>\n<td>Supports Ray Tracing, 1440p\/4K at 60fps+ with high-end gear<\/td>\n<td>Lacks newer features like Ray Tracing<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Engine used<\/td>\n<td>Unreal Engine 5<\/td>\n<td>Modified engine from original Overwatch (circa 2016)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Best platform for performance<\/td>\n<td>Consoles or modern PC with powerful hardware<\/td>\n<td>Almost any PC or console; very accessible<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n<div id=\"esi-paragraph-68f8f34a9b676\" class=\"esi-paragraph \">\n<p>If there\u2019s one thing to praise both games for, it\u2019s technical performance, as they are incredibly well-optimised for the hardware. Marvel Rivals runs at a consistent 60fps on Xbox Series X\/S and PS5 with options for a 120Hz mode for compatible gaming TVs\/monitors.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-paragraph-68f8f34a9c08d\" class=\"esi-paragraph \">\n<p>Similarly, Overwatch 2 targets 60fps in all its supported resolutions (1080p to 4K) with the capabilities for a 120Hz mode. That means you\u2019re getting a very playable experience without needing a capable PC, but it\u2019s on this platform that the titles sing.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-paragraph-68f8f34a9cbd5\" class=\"esi-paragraph \">\n<p>Built on the bones of a nearly decade-old game, Overwatch 2\u2019s system requirements are very humble, allowing for anyone running a rig from at least the last 10 years (requiring just an Intel Core i3 \/ AMD Phenom X3 paired with either an Nvidia GTX 600 or AMD Radeon HD 7000 series GPU) to play it. Even the recommended specs for optimal play are very humble; an Intel Core i7 or AMD Ryzen 5 in combination with an Nvidia GTX 1060 or AMD Radeon R9 380 and above should do the trick for 1080p60 (or beyond).\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-paragraph-68f8f34a9d5ab\" class=\"esi-paragraph \">\n<p>Built on Unreal Engine 5, Marvel Rivals\u2019 system requirements are a little more hardware-intensive.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-paragraph-68f8f34a9dcda\" class=\"esi-paragraph \">\n<p>You\u2019ll need at least an Intel Core i5-6600K or AMD Ryzen 5 1600X CPU in tandem with an Nvidia GTX 1060 or AMD RX 580 to play at the lowest configuration possible (1080p and targeting 60fps with all settings on Low).\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-paragraph-68f8f34a9e3ce\" class=\"esi-paragraph \">\n<p>However, the recommended experience calls for a newer Intel Core i5-10400 or AMD Ryzen 5 5600X with an RTX 2060 or AMD RX 5700 XT. The title supports newer technologies such as Ray Tracing, which is incredibly intensive, and if you\u2019re wanting to play in 1440p or 4K at 60fps (or above), you may want to invest in newer, pricier hardware. If your rig doesn\u2019t cut it, then you\u2019ll be better off playing on Xbox or PlayStation instead.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-heading-68f8f34a9eb05\" class=\"esi-heading \">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"overwatch_2_vs_marvel_rivals_pricing_model-2\">Overwatch 2 vs Marvel Rivals: Pricing model\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<ul style=\"background-color:#ededed\" class=\"wp-block-list has-background\">\n<li><strong>Both Marvel Rivals and Overwatch 2 are free-to-play<\/strong> on all platforms.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Marvel Rivals uses a single premium currency (Lattice)<\/strong>, with skins ranging from around $14 to $30 depending on rarity and bundles (1,400\u20133,000 Lattice).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Overwatch 2 features two premium currencies (Coins and Mythic Prisms)<\/strong>; the Battle Pass costs about $10 (1,000 Coins), while top-tier Mythic skins can reach around <strong>$40<\/strong> (50 Mythic Prisms).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"A digital interface for Overwatch&#039;s Season 10 Battle Pass, showcasing characters, rewards, and progress options against a purple background.\" class=\"wp-image-182111 lazyload\" data-src=\"http:\/\/www.ballpeenhammer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Overwatch-2-shop-large.jpg\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Overwatch 2 and Marvel Rivals are free-to-play games that have optional\u00a0cosmetic microtransactions for varying costs \/ Image credit: Blizzard<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div id=\"esi-paragraph-68f8f34a9f30e\" class=\"esi-paragraph \">\n<p>There\u2019s no need for money down to play either Marvel Rivals or Overwatch 2 as both games are free-to-play regardless of platform, but that\u2019s not the full story for their business model.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-paragraph-68f8f34a9f9ee\" class=\"esi-paragraph \">\n<p>Starting with NetEase\u2019s release, the primary revenue driver is the skins shop, which lets you customise your favourite Marvel hero for a price. Instead of paying outright with real money, you instead need to buy <strong>Lattice<\/strong> first, which <strong>converts to 1,000 for $10\u2019s worth available on Steam<\/strong>,<strong> Xbox, PlayStation,<\/strong> etc. Some Marvel Rivals skins are priced lower at 1,400 (around $14) and 1,600 (about $16) Lattice; however, rarer skins (or bundles) go up as high as 3,000 Lattice (about $30).<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-paragraph-68f8f34aa00c1\" class=\"esi-paragraph \">\n<p>There are no pay-to-win elements in Marvel Rivals as the skins in the item shop are entirely optional, and you\u2019re never (expressly) pushed to pay out of pocket; however, it allows you to change the look of your favourite character, which you could be spending potentially hundreds (or even thousands) of hours with.\u00a0The game does give you a decent amount of free skins every season with Twitch drops, new events, and by reaching the free tiers in the Battle Pass.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-paragraph-68f8f34aa0785\" class=\"esi-paragraph \">\n<p>This is a similar business model to what we\u2019ve seen with some of the <a href=\"https:\/\/esportsinsider.com\/best-fortnite-skins\">best Fortnite skins<\/a> (itself a fully free-to-play game), giving you customisation outside of the initial appearance. Some <a href=\"https:\/\/rivalskins.com\/store\/\">Marvel Rivals skins<\/a> are more distinct than others, being based on movies or rarer comic book appearances.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-paragraph-68f8f34aa0e69\" class=\"esi-paragraph \">\n<p>Overwatch 2 can be more overt in its monetisation systems. There are two types of premium currencies that you can buy from the store, <strong>Coins and Mythic Prisms<\/strong>, with the former being used for the Premium Battle Pass and cosmetic items, and the latter exclusively used for the Mythic Shop, which has some of the rarest (and most different) Overwatch 2 skins available, which can also be levelled up.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-paragraph-68f8f34aa1522\" class=\"esi-paragraph \">\n<p><strong>The Overwatch 2 battle pass is available for 1,000 coins (around $10)<\/strong>, whereas some Mythic skins cost around<strong> 50 Mythic Prisms (about $40)<\/strong>, making them a pricier option for only the most hardened fans.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-paragraph-68f8f34aa1c05\" class=\"esi-paragraph \">\n<p>As with Marvel Rivals, you don\u2019t need to buy any of these, but it\u2019s an option for those who want a pop of colour in their game.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-heading-68f8f34aa231a\" class=\"esi-heading \">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"marvel_rivals_vs_overwatch_2_esports_potential-2\">Marvel Rivals vs Overwatch 2: Esports potential\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"An esports arena set for the Overwatch Champions Series, featuring a trophy at center stage and illuminated screens in the background.\" class=\"wp-image-182112 lazyload\" data-src=\"http:\/\/www.ballpeenhammer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Overwatch-Champions-Series-large.jpg\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Overwatch 2 is far more developed with its Esports scene than Marvel Rivals at present \/ Image \u0441redit:\u00a0ESL FACEIT Group \/ DreamHack \/ Michal Konkol<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div id=\"esi-paragraph-68f8f34aa2aa5\" class=\"esi-paragraph \">\n<p>Blizzard has a sterling reputation with its game played at the highest level for almost 10 years, as the <strong>Overwatch Champions Series<\/strong> is among some of the <a href=\"https:\/\/esportsinsider.com\/2024\/11\/overwatch-champions-series-2024-shows-viewership-increase\">most-watched events of its genre<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-paragraph-68f8f34aa3173\" class=\"esi-paragraph \">\n<p>Last year\u2019s event saw a massive uptick in peak viewership from an average of 94,469 to 159,918 (a 69% increase) with no signs of slowing down. The <a href=\"https:\/\/liquipedia.net\/overwatch\/Overwatch_Champions_Series\">cumulative prize pool currently sits around $4,193,978<\/a>, making it one of the biggest esports shooters.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-paragraph-68f8f34aa3842\" class=\"esi-paragraph \">\n<p>Some top teams that play Overwatch 2 include Crazy Raccoon, T1, Team Falcons, Zeta Division, Spacestation Gaming, Team Liquid, Gen.G Esports, Twisted Minds, and Virtus.pro. While the casual player base may have dropped off in recent years, it\u2019s still a big priority for the pro scene.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-paragraph-68f8f34aa3f25\" class=\"esi-paragraph \">\n<p>Marvel Rivals only debuted in December 2024, so its esports scene is still somewhat in its infancy by comparison, but this will (likely) change as it becomes widely adopted. We\u2019ve seen some <a href=\"https:\/\/esportsinsider.com\/2025\/02\/esports-organisations-marvel-rivals-teams\">big Esports <a href=\"https:\/\/esportsinsider.com\/2025\/02\/esports-organisations-marvel-rivals-teams\">organisations<\/a> now feature Marvel Rivals teams<\/a>, which include Fnatic, Luminosity, OG Esports, Virtus.pro, Sentinels, Team Envy, 100 Thieves, Fury Esports, and Kanga Esports.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-paragraph-68f8f34aa45e9\" class=\"esi-paragraph \">\n<p>There\u2019s no shortage of <a href=\"https:\/\/escharts.com\/upcoming-tournaments\/mr\">ongoing Marvel Rivals esports tournaments<\/a> happening, such as Rivals Fight Night, Respawn E-vents, and the Marvel Rivals Championship, which are ongoing. It\u2019s nowhere near as big as with Blizzard\u2019s backing, but this could change in the coming months and years. For more, read up on whether <a href=\"https:\/\/esportsinsider.com\/2025\/03\/is-marvel-rivals-worthy-of-an-esports-scene\">Marvel Rivals is worthy of an esports scene<\/a> in the first place.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-heading-68f8f34aa4cfc\" class=\"esi-heading \">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"conclusionnbsp-2\">Conclusion\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-paragraph-68f8f34aa53bc\" class=\"esi-paragraph \">\n<p>While there\u2019s no easy answer to whether you should play Marvel Rivals or Overwatch 2, we\u2019ve given you all the need-to-know information on both hero shooters so that you\u2019ll know what to expect.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-paragraph-68f8f34aa5a97\" class=\"esi-paragraph \">\n<p>Because they\u2019re both free to play and widely available on both PC and console, we recommend trying both games out and seeing which one clicks the best with you.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-paragraph-68f8f34aa616c\" class=\"esi-paragraph \">\n<p>At the end of the day, the Marvel Rivals vs Overwatch 2 comparison really comes down to what type of player you are. If you\u2019re more into first-person gunplay with more variety and the longer-running esports scene, Overwatch 2 might feel like the better choice.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-paragraph-68f8f34aa6837\" class=\"esi-paragraph \">\n<p>But if you want something newer with Marvel\u2019s superheroes (and villains) and a third-person view, Marvel Rivals could be your go-to. Both games have their ups and downs, so the real answer depends on what you enjoy most in a hero shooter right now.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-heading-68f8f34aa6f27\" class=\"esi-heading \">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"faqsnbsp-2\">FAQs\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"frequently-asked-questions\">\n<div class=\"frequently-asked-questions__item\" id=\"faq-question-1746728928744\">\n<div class=\"frequently-asked-questions__question\">\n<h3>Did Overwatch 2 lose players to Marvel Rivals?<\/h3>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"frequently-asked-questions__answer\">\n<p>While Overwatch 2\u2019s decline in popularity cannot be expressly tied to Marvel Rivals\u2019 release date, Blizzard\u2019s game has seen a steady loss in players, whereas NetEase\u2019s title has thrived.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"frequently-asked-questions__item\" id=\"faq-question-1746728932043\">\n<div class=\"frequently-asked-questions__question\">\n<h3>Is Marvel Rivals just a reskin of Overwatch?<\/h3>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"frequently-asked-questions__answer\">\n<p>No, Marvel Rivals is not a reskin of Overwatch. Instead, it takes many of the gameplay mechanics and ideas and translates them into third-person, using its popular IP for mass appeal.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"frequently-asked-questions__item\" id=\"faq-question-1746728932760\">\n<div class=\"frequently-asked-questions__question\">\n<h3>Is Marvel Rivals a success?<\/h3>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"frequently-asked-questions__answer\">\n<p>Marvel Rivals is incredibly successful, with over 20 million registered players and counting. It routinely pulls in 150,000 daily players on PC alone (with the console stats undisclosed) and has gone from strength to strength with every new season introduced.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"frequently-asked-questions__item\" id=\"faq-question-1746728933562\">\n<div class=\"frequently-asked-questions__question\">\n<h3>Who is the strongest character in Marvel Rivals?<\/h3>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"frequently-asked-questions__answer\">\n<p>Some of the best Marvel Rivals characters to play as right now include the Invisible Woman, Hela, Emma Frost, Doctor Strange, and Rocket Raccoon.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"frequently-asked-questions__item\" id=\"faq-question-1746728934195\">\n<div class=\"frequently-asked-questions__question\">\n<h3>Is Marvel Rivals better than Overwatch 2?<\/h3>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"frequently-asked-questions__answer\">\n<p>Marvel Rivals isn\u2019t inherently any better or worse than Overwatch 2, as the two games are quite distinct in gameplay, mechanics, and approach, but its third-person perspective and (slightly) easier learning curve make it preferable for certain types of gamers.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"frequently-asked-questions__item\" id=\"faq-question-1758635834492\">\n<div class=\"frequently-asked-questions__question\">\n<h3>Which game gets more updates, Marvel Rivals or Overwatch 2?<\/h3>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"frequently-asked-questions__answer\">\n<p>Marvel Rivals adds a new hero every month, along with story-based events tied to Marvel comics. Overwatch 2 also gets new heroes (every four months on average) and seasonal events, but Blizzard tends to focus more on balancing patches and esports-friendly tweaks.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-heading-68f8f34aa7938\" class=\"esi-heading \">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"references-4\">References<\/span><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/steamdb.info\/app\/2357570\/charts\/\">Overwatch\u00ae 2 Steam Charts<\/a> (SteamDB)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/steamdb.info\/app\/2767030\/charts\/\">Marvel Rivals Steam Charts<\/a> (SteamDB)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/rivalskins.com\/store\/\">Marvel Rivals Store<\/a> (Marvel Rivals Skins)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/liquipedia.net\/overwatch\/Overwatch_Champions_Series\">Overwatch Champions Series<\/a> (Liquipedia Overwatch Wiki)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/escharts.com\/upcoming-tournaments\/mr\">Upcoming Marvel Rivals Esports Tournaments<\/a> (Esports Charts)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>The post <a href=\"https:\/\/esportsinsider.com\/marvel-rivals-vs-overwatch-2\">Marvel Rivals vs. Overwatch 2: Which hero shooter is right for you?\u00a0<\/a> appeared first on <a href=\"https:\/\/esportsinsider.com\">Esports Insider<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Image Credit: Steam TL;DR Marvel Rivals and Overwatch 2 are colourful hero shooters for PC and console.\u00a0 The former is 6v6, whereas the latter originally utilised a 5v5 format for its game modes, but now also offers a 6v6 mode.\u00a0 Both games are free-to-play with optional cosmetic microtransactions available.\u00a0 Heroes are divided into three distinct&hellip;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":2944,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[16],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-2942","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-overwatch"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"http:\/\/www.ballpeenhammer.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2942","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"http:\/\/www.ballpeenhammer.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"http:\/\/www.ballpeenhammer.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/www.ballpeenhammer.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/www.ballpeenhammer.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2942"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"http:\/\/www.ballpeenhammer.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2942\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":2952,"href":"http:\/\/www.ballpeenhammer.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2942\/revisions\/2952"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/www.ballpeenhammer.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2944"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"http:\/\/www.ballpeenhammer.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2942"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/www.ballpeenhammer.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2942"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/www.ballpeenhammer.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2942"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}