In the typically self-reliant world of hero shooters, *Marvel Rivals* throws a curveball: assist-based challenges. Securing these assists, however, proves trickier than expected. This guide explains how to rack up assists and highlights the best characters for the job.
How to Get Assists in Marvel Rivals
The Marvel Rivals stats screen breaks down your performance into kills, deaths, and assists. Unlike many games, simply dealing damage isn't enough for an assist. Assists are awarded specifically for supporting teammates. This means healing, shielding, or controlling enemies to allow an ally to finish them off are your key strategies.
This makes healers and tanks natural assist-getters. If you're a damage-dealer, you'll need a strategic shift to complete these challenges. Luckily, certain characters excel at racking up assists.
Best Characters for Assists in Marvel Rivals
Jeff the Land Shark
While not the most potent Strategist, Jeff's bubbles and stream provide ample healing opportunities, indirectly boosting your assist count.
Mantis
Mantis reigns supreme as the best support character for assists. Her healing abilities combined with Spore Slumber (which puts enemies to sleep) create perfect setups for teammate kills. The only challenge is securing her early in a match.
Peni Parker
Prefer tanks? Peni Parker is an excellent choice. Her Cyber-Web Snare immobilizes enemies, making them easy targets for your damage-dealing allies.
Doctor Strange
Doctor Strange's powerful shield keeps allies alive, allowing them to secure the kills while you earn the assists.
Storm
For Duelists, Storm is the assist queen. Her Weather Control enhances ally damage and speed, ensuring quick takedowns and a steady stream of assists for you.
This guide covers how to earn assists and the best characters to use in *Marvel Rivals*. For more challenges, check out all the Chronoverse Saga Achievements in *Marvel Rivals* Season 1.
*Marvel Rivals* is available now on PS5, PC, and Xbox Series X|S.
