Marvel Rivals Duelist tier list (February 2025)

The Marvel Rivals Duelist tier list is quite an important addition to every player's knowledge base, especially if they're interested in pushing through the toughest ranks in the game. With every update released for the title, the developers incorporated unique balance updates that buff and nerf specific heroes in the game, and that includes Duelists as well.

Naturally, its pretty important to stay up to date with the latest balance patches released for the game, and the changes that they've made to the game's meta. To achieve that, we have curated the Marvel Rivals Duelist tier list to rank heroes from best to worst during the ongoing seasonal meta.

Disclaimer: This ranking is subjective and reflects the writer's opinion. The contents of this article have been updated to feature the latest hero balance changes made available in-game on February 5, 2025. It will be further updated when new balance changes are incorporated within the title.

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Marvel Rivals Duelist tier list: All heroes ranked from best to worst.

The Marvel Rivals Duelist tier list has four categories:

• S-tier: S-tier heroes are currently meta in the game. They have the best possible abilities that you can use to dominate your competition on the field.
• A-tier: A-tier heroes are significantly more powerful than the tiers mentioned below. Though not meta, they can absolutely hold their own in the game and are powerful hero picks.
• B-tier: These heroes are not meta, but are rather niche hero picks. Though not the strongest in the ongoing meta, B-tier heroes, when used right, can provide great utility to the team.
• C-tier: This tier features the worst heroes in the current meta of Marvel Rivals. Preferably refrain from using them in your competitive games.

Here's how our Marvel Rivals Duelist tier looks:

Tier	Duelist
S	Hela, Moon Knight, Hawkeye, Winter Soldier, Psylocke
A	The Punisher, Iron Man, Spider-Man, Wolverine, Magik, Namor
B	Iron Fist, Star-Lord, Black Panther, Squirrel Girl, Mister Fantastic
C	Scarlet Witch, Storm, Black Widow

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S-tier: Most effective Duelists currently in the game

Hela is S-tier in the Marvel Rivals Duelist tier list (Image via NetEase Games)

The S-tier in the Marvel Rivals Duelist tier list consists of heroes who are the best in the current meta. Their abilities are exceptionally good, allowing them to put up a strong fight against opponents. In this tier, we have considered five heroes:

• Hela
• Moon Knight
• Hawkeye
• Winter Soldier
• Psylocke

Hela is arguably the best duelist character for countering multiple targets. She can soar into the sky and travel a short distance, which also gives her a tactical advantage to flank and hit enemies. Moon Knight is known for his strategic moves, where he can easily change his position based on the situation. His Hand of Khonshu ability is particularly useful for dealing significant damage to groups of enemies.

Hawkeye's Crescent Slash ability is one of his strongest and can instantly reduce an enemy's health. His Hunter’s Sight ability is also effective in giving damage to enemies. Winter Soldier is a highly picked character in the game for his close-range abilities. His Trooper’s Fist is a perfect ability to finish off enemies and can even counter flying enemies.

Psylocke is an ideal character for players looking for aggressive gameplay. Her abilities, Dance of The Butterfly and Psychic Stealth are excellent for executing enemies.

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A-tier: Effective in limited situations

Iron Man is A-tier in the Marvel Rivals Duelist tier list (Image via NetEase Games)

A-tier consists of those heroes who are also good but not as perfect as the S-tier. These heroes are relatively easy to learn, and their abilities are helpful in crucial situations. Most of them have high pick rates and provide high value in a match. In this tier, we have considered six heroes:

• The Punisher
• Iron Man
• Spider-Man
• Wolverine
• Magik
• Namor

The Punisher is a solid choice for players who prefer a more defensive playstyle. His abilities like Culling Turret and Scourge Grenade are meant to be used from a distance, putting him in the A-tier. Like Hela, Iron Man can perfectly flank enemies and create pressure from above. While his abilities may not be the strongest, they can prove critical in crucial situations.

Spider-Man is difficult to master. His abilities require practice to execute effectively in a match. Wolverine’s abilities are focused on close-range fights for which he often takes damage from enemies. However, he can be a great hero if you have good aim and execute his abilities properly.

Magik is well-suited for aggressive gameplay. Her Stepping Discs ability is useful for flanking and assisting teammates when they need it. However, most of her abilities are not strong enough to counter multiple enemies. Like Magik, Namor’s abilities are focused on aggressive gameplay. His Horn of Proteus is a powerful ability for which it belongs to the A-tier in this Marvel Rivals Duelist tier list.

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B-tier: A few buffs could be useful

Star-Lord is B-tier in the Marvel Rivals Duelist tier list (Image via NetEase Games)

The B-tier consists of heroes who are useful in certain situations. These characters provide average damage output and tend to have lower pick rates among players. We have considered five heroes in this tier:

• Iron Fist
• Star-Lord
• Black Panther
• Squirrel Girl
• Mister Fantastic

Iron Fist abilities are focused on close-range fights that often require good aim to execute. Although most of his attacks are not very effective at high ranks, his Ultimate can turn the tide of a match if used correctly.

Star-Lord abilities offer low damage output but require good aim to execute. His auto aim Ultimate is another big disadvantage for players trying to climb up ranks as it can be challenging to aim properly. Black Panther has fast attacking abilities but struggles in high-rank matches. Also, his abilities don't offer anything unique that the S-tier Duelists aren't already offering with more damage.

Squirrel Girl’s abilities are very slow and tricky to use. Most of her abilities are bouncing, which makes it difficult to hit a target in this fast-paced title. Mister Fantastic is the latest addition to the Duelist roster and he also does not have any fast-paced attacks. However, he has a lot of potential to improve if NetEase Games buffs him.

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C-tier: Should totally avoid them

Black Widow from Marvel Rivals Duelist tier list (Image via NetEase Games)

The C-tier consists of heroes who are the worst among all the duelists in the game. These characters are difficult to master, and their abilities are less impactful in critical fights. In the C tier, we have taken three heroes that are:

• Scarlet Witch
• Storm
• Black Widow

Scarlet Witch is one of the weakest duelists in the game. Her Chaos Control ability has the lowest damage output and requires numerous shots to eliminate enemies.

Similar to Iron Man, Storm can attack from above, but when you need her on the ground, it takes time for her to reach it. Her abilities are less effective and produce low damage output, which places her in the C-tier of the Marvel Rivals Duelist tier list.

Black Widow has only three abilities to deal with enemies, making her less competitive and effective compared to other heroes in the game. Moreover, her weapon abilities require good aim to hit a shot.

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That's everything that you need to know about the Marvel Rivals Duelist tier list. For more related news about NetEase Games' hero-shooter, stay tuned to Sportskeeda's Esports section.

If this article was to your liking, you can also check out some of our other hero guides below:

• Marvel Rivals Jeff the Land Shark guide: Abilities, how to play, and more
• Marvel Rivals Moon Knight guide: Abilities, how to play, and more
• Marvel Rivals Mister Fantastic guide: Abilities, how to play, and more
• Marvel Rivals Psylocke guide: Abilities, how to play, and more
• Marvel Rivals Invisible Woman guide: Abilities, how to play, and more