How to counter Cloak & Dagger in Marvel Rivals

It is pretty essential to know about the heroes that can counter Cloak & Dagger in Marvel Rivals. Cloak & Dagger is undoubtedly one of the most popular Strategist heroes in the game, and for the right reasons. They've climbed up the ladder to secure a spot in the meta position, and judging by how powerful the hero is, we believe its definitely the right call.

While their abilities might look inconsequential at first, but they do have a strong impact in the game when combined with each other. Their kit is quite straightforward, however, as you understand the character better, you can push them past their base limit and pull off incredible things, such as, saving your entire team from Jeff's ultimate ability, and much more.

Below, you will find a curated list of the 5 best heroes to counter Cloak & Dagger in Marvel Rivals. Continue reading for a detailed brief on them.

Note from the editor: This article has been updated to feature the latest content with respect to the patch released on March 6, 2025. It will be further updated as the developers release future patches for the title. It must be noted that the contents of this article are subjective and solely reflect the author's own opinion.

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Who are the best heroes to oppose Cloak & Dagger in Marvel Rivals?

1) Venom

Eddie aka Venom's tentacles (Image via NetEase Games)

Venom's durability and ability to make chaos puts him as a good pick against Cloak & Dagger in Marvel Rivals. Cloak relies on isolating targets, but Venom's huge health pool and regeneration make him resistant to their burst damage. His ability to dive into contested areas with Cellular Corrosion lets him disrupt Cloak's beams and Dagger's positioning.

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Venom thrives under healers who let him withstand damage and continue causing problems. The burrow ultimate is a fantastic ambushing tool, killing key targets quickly. Venom can peel for teammates when played well and create opportunities for the team to punish Cloak & Dagger's low survivability.

2) Spider-Man

A still from Spidey in Marvel Rivals (Image via NetEase Games)

Spidey is another dive hero with a high skill ceiling, making him a strong pick against Cloak & Dagger in Marvel Rivals. His Web-Sling and Web-Cluster abilities make it easy to close gaps quickly and deal targeted damage. He can isolate Dagger with Get Over Here! or plant a Spider-Tracer on Cloak to track and give decent damage.

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He thrives in teamwork involving good communication, and due to his ability to ruin goals and change positions swiftly, he is essential during coordinated gameplay. By using his mobility to avoid Cloak’s damage and capitalize on openings, Spider-Man can dominate against this duo.

3) Black Widow

Natasha aka Widow's Red room rifle (Image via NetEase Games)

Black Widow is one of the top picks against Cloak & Dagger in Marvel Rivals for her sniping ability. Her ability to deal high damage from a distance keeps her safe from Cloak’s close-to-medium-range attacks. Proper positioning is critical when using Widow; she shines when perched on high ground, away from enemy dives.

To optimize her effectiveness, move frequently between vantage points to avoid being tracked by opponents. Use her scope to precision-shot while switching to hip-fire when those low-health Cloak & Dagger get close. The Widow's Edge Dancer ability is something that changes the game instantly if Cloak or another flanking character dives on her — offering an escape or the ability to turn the tables.

4) Hulk

Bruce's transformation into Hulk (Image via NetEase Games)

Your very own green guy's resilience and area control make him an excellent counter to Cloak & Dagger. As a tank, he absorbs damage while preventing the enemy team from isolating his teammates. On offense, Hulk’s Incredible Leap lets him dive into fights and disrupt Cloak & Dagger’s positioning.

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His ultimate, World Breaker, is a powerful tool for eliminating squishy targets like Cloak & Dagger in team fights. Plus, when it comes to defense, his indestructible Guard helps protect Strategists and healers from Cloak’s beam damage while his presence controls the battlefield. As long as Bruce Banner is in Hulk mode, his durability makes him a tough counter to Cloak & Dagger in Marvel Rivals.

5) Iron Fist

Lin Lie aka Iron fist is a great hero to counter Cloak & Dagger in Marvel Rivals(Image via NetEase Games)

Lin Lie thrives in scenarios where quick burst damage is key, making him an excellent counter to Cloak & Dagger’s fragile health pool. His mobility lets him dive into the fight, pick off targets, and retreat before Cloak can retaliate. K’un-Lun Kick is perfect for engaging isolated enemies like Cloak & Dagger in Marvel Rivals or escaping dangerous situations. Living Chi boosts his damage output and speed, enabling rapid eliminations.

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Iron Fist's Harmony recovery heals himself and increases his survivability, allowing him to survive skirmishes and return to fight Cloak & Dagger again. He can disrupt opponents' rhythm and break their effectiveness by targeting opponents out of position.

Honorable mention: Hawkeye

Clint Barton aka Hawkeye's ultimate (Image via NetEase Games)

Barton’s shooting precision, like Widow, makes him another excellent counter to Cloak & Dagger in Marvel Rivals. His Hypersonic Arrow is a powerful tool for targeting Cloak’s mobility (especially if timed well from a high vantage point) and interrupting Dagger’s positioning. To succeed with Hawkeye, warm up your aim before matches, as his effectiveness depends heavily on landing critical shots.

His Hunter’s Sight ultimate allows him to anticipate enemy movements and deal damage to their afterimages, making Cloak’s mobility less effective. For players confident in their aim, Hawkeye can deliver consistent damage while staying safe from Cloak & Dagger’s aggression.

As stated above, though Cloak & Dagger's kit might seem straightforward, there is definitely more than meets the eye. The hero has quite a distinctly high skill ceiling, especially when it comes to mastering abilties such as Dark Teleportation. Furthemore, knowing when to switch between Cloak or Dagger also will determine the outcome of team fights that you are part of.

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Edited by Ripunjay Gaba