Marvel Rivals players have been vocal about the issues they’re experiencing with the game’s visual elements, particularly concerning the abilities of characters like Cloak and Dagger and Thor. They have pointed out a striking similarity between Cloak and Dagger’s “Dagger Storm” and Thor’s “Lightning Realm,” making it difficult to distinguish between the two during gameplay. While it’s clear that neither skill affects teammates negatively, players are advocating for better visual differentiation to avoid the current confusion given the intense in-game environments.
In Marvel Rivals, Thor is a Vanguard, taking on the frontline role to protect his allies by soaking up damage. On the other hand, Cloak and Dagger play as Strategists, switching between healing and dealing damage. Despite roles like Vanguard and Strategist being integral to team balance, players have noticed a rampant presence of Duelists in matches. Nevertheless, according to the game’s director, there are no current plans to introduce role queues to address this problem. While some are relieved by this decision, fearing that such a restriction might impact the game’s dynamic, others worry it could affect the game’s longevity.
Recently, a Reddit user named IWasSayingBoourns- shared side-by-side comparisons of Thor’s and Cloak and Dagger’s abilities: “Lightning Realm” and “Dagger Storm.” Both appear as blue domes, though their functions differ—one heals teammates, while the other slows down enemies. Players are understandably frustrated with the confusion, which is reminiscent of issues with Jeff the Land Shark’s ultimate ability, where discerning who’s deploying the ability can be challenging.
Further criticism targets Cloak and Dagger’s other abilities, particularly with their ultimate move, “Eternal Bond,” which some players find visually confusing. When activated, this ability leaves a difficult-to-see mist trail across the battlefield, healing allies and harming foes. In matches with multiple Cloak and Daggers, it’s tough to tell whether a trail is friend or foe. However, a useful tip emerged when players noted that Strategists call out when under attack, helping teammates recognize when their healers might need protection.
As Marvel Rivals evolves, its players actively contribute feedback to developer NetEase Games. The community is already discussing potential adjustments, like removing Seasonal Bonuses, to maintain the game’s balance. While it’s uncertain how the developers will adapt to these requests, the initial fan enthusiasm promises a hopeful trajectory for Marvel Rivals post-launch.
