Marvel Rivals, the "Overwatch killer," has enjoyed a hugely successful Steam launch, boasting a peak concurrent player count exceeding 444,000 on its first day – a number rivaling the population of Miami. While praised for its fun factor and user-friendly revenue model (battle passes don't expire!), a significant drawback is optimization. Players using graphics cards like the Nvidia GeForce 3050 have reported noticeable frame rate drops.
However, the game's Reddit is abuzz with another concern: broken hitboxes. Videos showcasing bizarre hit registration are circulating, with Spider-Man landing hits from improbable distances and shots seemingly missing yet registering damage. While lag compensation is suspected, the core issue appears to be flawed hitbox geometry. Professional players have even demonstrated consistent damage discrepancies depending on whether a target is to the right or left of the crosshair. This points to a broader problem affecting multiple characters' hit detection. Despite these issues, many players consider Marvel Rivals a worthwhile investment, appreciating its enjoyable gameplay and less pressured monetization system.
