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Marvel Rivalsdeveloper and publisher NetEase Games stated that players who continue to mod the game in any way will risk a permanent ban from playing the hit team shooter. NetEase Games reiterated its stance that any modifications toMarvel Rivals, from cosmetic hero mods to advantageous add-ons, go against the game’s terms of service.
The news came shortly afterMarvel Rivalslaunched Season 1, which brought some Hero buffs and nerfs and introduced two members of the Fantastic Four, Invisible Woman and Mister Fantastic, to the playable roster. The other two members of the Fantastic Four, Human Torch and The Thing, will arrive in future game updates. Since its December 2024 launch,Marvel Rivalshas been a hit with fans of both Marvel Comics and team shooters. For its continued success,Marvel Rivalswas nominated for Online Game of the Yearfor the upcoming DICE Awards 2025. The DICE Awards will go live on February 13 from Las Vegas.
AlthoughMarvel Rivalsmade attempts to disable mods in Season 1, some users have discovered workarounds against NetEase Games' wishes.As reported by IGN, an add-on available on Nexus Mods duringMarvel RivalsSeason 1 circumvents a deterrent that NetEase Games implemented that checks asset hashes to see if a player has modified the game in any way. The mod’s author, a user called Prafit, stated that anyone who downloads the mod assumes all risks associated with their accounts, including a ban, and only recommends their mod to users with high-end PCs. After Prafit’s workaround was released, another mod made the rounds on social media which allowed players to turn Mister Fantastic into Luffy fromOne Piece, as both of them share similar superpowers. The Luffy mod, made by a user named Ercuallo, was shared in a video by RivalsLeaks on Twitter.
Marvel Rivals Warns Users to Stop Modding or Risk Bans
It is currently unknown if NetEase Games has explicitly banned anyMarvel Rivalsplayer who mods the game, but the company cited the game’s terms of service that prohibit any modifications, cheats, or hacks. While some mods have been removed from Nexus Mods, including one thatdepicted US President-elect Donald Trump, theMarvel RivalsSeason 1 workaround add-on by Prafit remained online with over 500 downloads at the time of writing.
WhileMarvel Rivalshas dealt with false player banssince its launch, the risks of breaking the game’s terms of service have been made clear. Only time will tell what NetEase Games will do in response to the situation.
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Marvel Rivals is a Super Hero Team-Based PVP Shooter!Assemble an all-star Marvel squad, devise countless strategies by combining powers to form unique Team-Up skills and fight in destructible, ever-changing battlefields across the continually evolving Marvel universe!A Deep and Varied Marvel RosterChoose from a vast array of fan-favorite and cult-classic Marvel Super Heroes and Super Villains from across the Avengers, Guardians of the Galaxy, X-Men, and many more from across the Marvel Multiverse.Fast and Fun 6v6 Action with Ever-Changing Game DynamicsWith intricate environments, fast-paced gameplay, and ever-changing battlefields, there’s never a dull moment in Marvel Rivals! Battle as Super Heroes and Super Villains with incredible abilities and combine your powers to bring unexpected fun to the battlefield in a matter of seconds.Dynamic Hero SynergyCoordinate unique combinations between characters to ignite surprising Team-Up Skills! Unleash the synergy of combined superpowers and invent new tactics that can turn the tide of combat. Ride on Groot’s back as Rocket Raccoon to take on your enemies as a dangerous duo, unleash Gamma energy as Hulk to charge Iron Man’s armor for massive damage, and so much more!Creative Environment DestructionTear your way through iconic Marvel worlds across destructible environments! From Asgard to the Tokyo of 2099, use superpowers to alter these environments, reshape the terrain, and craft a strategic advantage on the battlefield! Take cover to dodge attacks or use makeshift weapons to strike down enemies. Players will find countless ways to utilize the environment to claim victory!Continually Evolving Universe and Robust Post-Launch UpdatesThe Marvel Multiverse brings infinite possibilities! Each seasonal drop will introduce new Super Heroes to the battlefield along with challenging and diverse maps! Unlock new content to implement across various gameplay strategies while experiencing thrilling action and endless possibilities in these adventurous team battles!
