Marvel Rivals Confirms Console Release, Next Closed Beta Dates

Sony's recent PlayStation State of Play broadcast announced new PS VR2 titles and a few PS-exclusive games coming to PC later this year. One particular game that made its presence seen is NetEase Games and Marvel Games' recent collaboration, Marvel Rivals, which debuted a new trailer alongside some major announcements.

The superhero team-based PVP shooter officially confirmed that it will launch for consoles alongside its PC release, with a date yet to be announced. Additionally, the developer also announced that a Closed Beta Test had been scheduled for 2024, with new characters also being revealed.

The latest PlayStation State of Play broadcast on 30th May 2024 unveiled new details for the superhero team-based PVP shooter. According to the official statement on Marvel.com, Marvel Rivals will be heading to PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S consoles alongside its PC release with no release date confirmed.

This recent announcement confirms a rumor following the game's official announcement that a console release was rumored for Marvel Rivals. While a release date has yet to be determined, the developer announced that a Closed Beta Test for Marvel Rivals would occur in July 2024 for PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, which information will be announced "closer to the test."

NetEase Senior Vice President Ethan Wang eagerly expressed his excitement for the recent console announcement of Marvel Rivals, stating that the console release will "greatly expand the audience for Marvel Rivals. As we move closer to our closed beta phase, we look forward to direct community feedback and engaging with our players to create the best possible Super Hero experience."

But that's not all: the developer also announced two new characters joining the roster, with Adam Warlock and Venon increasing the current "all-star roster" from 19 to 21 playable characters. Likewise, a new location was unveiled during the game's console trailer with Tokyo 2099: Spider-Islands map revealing which Venom players are looking forward to unleashing "the power of the symbiote" and devouring their opponents across this location.