Marvel Rivals reveals new sniper hero Hawkeye

Ahead of its launch early next month, Marvel Rivals has revealed Hawkeye as one of the new characters joining the game's vibrant roster of beloved Marvel heroes and villains upon release. The iconic bow-wielder brings his ultimate sharpshooting skills to the battlefield, as players face off against equally deadly opponents in heated multiplayer skirmishes.

This news was accompanied by a new trailer depicting Hawkeye in action, including abilities and playstyle. This article provides the full details.

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When does Hawkeye come to Marvel Rivals?

Marvel Rivals launches on December 6, 2024, for PC and consoles, with Hawkeye being playable at launch in the 6v6 hero shooter game. A character showcase trailer was released by developer Netease Games, highlighting the Duelist hero's powerful abilities.

As is expected, he wields his signature purple bow that launches charged and burst arrows that deal heavy damage to enemies from afar. He can also perform a double jump to get to vantage points more easily: this should help players hit those clean shots. All these have sprung up Hawkeye's comparisons to Hanzo from Overwatch 2.

Hawkeye specializes in long-range attacks (Image via NetEase Games)

That said, he is more than just a clone of the bow-wielding sniper from Blizzard Entertainment's latest 5v5 shooter. Hawkeye also has a blast arrow to devastate foes who dare get up and personal against him. He also possesses a blade that he can use to deal damage and negate incoming attacks, adding further versatility to his arsenal.

When fully charged, his Ultimate seems to cause his bow and arm to glow, launching projectiles that seek foes. This makes him a lethal pick in matches. Opponents must prioritize taking him down quickly, as he will likely be deadly in the hands of a skilled player, especially those migrating from Overwatch 2.

His sword can be used to damage and push back foes (Image via NetEase Games)

Marvel Rivals arrives on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S platforms as a free-to-play game on December 6, 2024.