Marvel Rivals hero tier list (March 2025)

The Marvel Rivals Heroes tier list is a fantastic way to gauge which characters are currently meta in the ongoing season for the title. The game features a roster of 35 unique heroes, starting from high-mobility assassins, devastating ranged damage dealers, indestructible tanks, and versatile supports.

We believe there's a character for you that will suit your playstyle. While some of the heroes are good for any situation you are in, others will require certain setups or will only excel under certain conditions.

In this article, we have curated a tier list for all the heroes in Marvel Rivals.

Editor's Note: Updated the tier list with Mister Fantastic and Invisible Woman. With the meta changing with the latest balance update, multiple heroes have moved tiers.

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Marvel Rivals Heroes tier list: All ranked from best to worst

For the tier list, we have categorized the heroes into 4 tiers:

1. S-tier
2. A-tier
3. B-tier
4. C-tier

The highest tier is the S-tier, while the lowest is the C-tier. Here is our Marvel Rivals Heroes tier list:

Tier	Duelist	Vanguard	Strategist
S	Storm, Moon Knight, Winter Soldier	Doctor Strange, Hulk	Invisible Woman, Luna Snow, Mantis, Cloak & Dagger
A	Wolverine, Psylocke, Hela, The Punisher, Star-Lord, Squirrel Girl, Namor	Magneto, Groot, Peni Parker	Loki, Rocket Raccoon, Adam Warlock
B	Black Panther, Iron Man, Magik, Spider-Man, Scarlet Witch, Iron Fist, Hawkeye	Thor, Venom	Jeff the Land Shark
C	Black Widow, Mister Fantastic	Captain America	-

Below is our in-depth analysis of each tier of the tier list.

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S-tier: Heroes that you need to master

Doctor Strange is an S-tier character in the Marvel Rivals character tier list (Image via NetEase Games)

The heroes in this tier of the Marvel Rivals Heroes tier list dominate the meta due to their exceptional abilities and game-changing ultimates. Picking these characters significantly increases your chances of winning, as they provide both individual strength and team utility.

Marvel Rivals' meta currently favors Storm, Moon Knight, and Winter Soldier as top Duelists. Storm's control over the battlefield with her weather-based attacks makes her a menace, while Moon Knight’s agility and close-combat prowess allow him to quickly eliminate key targets. Winter Soldier thrives with his exceptional marksmanship and ultimate ability that refreshes upon securing eliminations.

On the Vanguard side, Doctor Strange and Hulk are among the best picks. Doctor Strange provides a blend of offense and defense with his shielding abilities and battlefield manipulation. Hulk, with his immense durability and crowd control, absorbs massive damage while disrupting enemy formations.

Strategists like Invisible Woman, Luna Snow, Mantis, and Cloak & Dagger round out the S-tier. Invisible Woman offers powerful shields and stealth mechanics, Luna Snow provides healing while hindering enemies, and Mantis excels at support and crowd control. Cloak & Dagger’s dynamic kit allows players to switch between mobility-focused tactics and healing support.

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A-tier: Balanced with their pros and cons

Namor is an A-tier character in the Marvel Rivals Heroes tier list (Image via NetEase Games)

A-tier heroes in the Marvel Rivals Heroes tier list are strong and viable but require specific conditions to perform at their best. They may not be as dominant as S-tier characters, but with proper strategy, they can still be excellent choices.

Duelists such as Wolverine, Psylocke, Hela, The Punisher, Star-Lord, Squirrel Girl, and Namor have great damage potential but often need strong team support to shine.

Among the Vanguards, Magneto, Groot, and Peni Parker stand out. Magneto’s magnetic abilities allow him to control the battlefield and create defensive barriers, Groot’s resilience and healing capabilities let him take heavy hits and protect teammates, and Peni Parker’s SP//dr suit delivers massive mine attacks and defensive support.

Meanwhile, Strategists like Loki, Rocket Raccoon, and Adam Warlock bring utility to the team. Loki excels in deception-based gameplay, Rocket Raccoon deploys turrets that can revive, and Adam Warlock offers cosmic-powered healing and offense.

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B-tier and C-tier: Pick at your own risk

Mister Fantastic is a C-tier character in the Marvel Rivals Heroes tier list (Image via NetEase Games)

Heroes in the B-tier and C-tier of the Marvel Rivals Heroes tier list tend to struggle in the current meta, requiring specific team compositions or exceptional skill to be effective. B-tier characters, including Black Panther, Iron Man, Magik, Spider-Man, Scarlet Witch, Iron Fist, Hawkeye, Thor, Venom, and Jeff the Land Shark, have situational strengths but lack consistent game-changing potential.

C-tier heroes, such as Black Widow, Mister Fantastic, and Captain America, currently perform the weakest. They require a high level of skill or team coordination to be effective, making them difficult choices for most players.

It is important to note that you should find a few comfortable characters from each class in the Marvel Rivals Heroes tier list. Mastering a selected number of heroes or villains makes it easier to perform in online multiplayer matches. This is also a great way to explore different playstyles while raking in victories. Stay tuned to Sportskeeda for more updates, guides, and news.

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This was everything in our Marvel Rivals Heroes tier list. For more Marvel Rivals news, Check the links below:

• How to play as Black Panther in MR
• How to play as Rocket Raccoon in MR
• How to play as Scarlet Witch in MR
• How to play as Magneto in MR