A recent Reddit thread highlighted a significant issue in Marvel Rivals: broken hitboxes. Videos showcased Spider-Man hitting Luna Snow from an improbable distance, and other instances of seemingly missed shots registering as hits. While lag compensation has been suggested as a cause, many believe the core problem stems from inaccurate hitbox geometry. Professional players have further demonstrated consistent inconsistencies, with shots to the right of the crosshair consistently connecting, while those to the left frequently miss. This points to a more widespread hitbox malfunction affecting multiple characters.
Despite this, Marvel Rivals, dubbed the "Overwatch killer," enjoyed a highly successful Steam launch, peaking at over 444,000 concurrent players on its first day – a number comparable to Miami's population. The primary criticism, however, centers on optimization. Players with lower-end graphics cards, such as the Nvidia GeForce 3050, report significant frame rate drops. Nevertheless, positive feedback emphasizes the game's enjoyable gameplay and fair monetization.
A key factor contributing to player satisfaction is the non-expiring nature of battle passes. This removes the pressure of constantly grinding, a significant departure from other similar titles and a feature likely boosting player perception.
