NetEase Games released Marvel Rivals this week and it has already become one of the most popular multiplayer shooters on Steam of all time. With almost half a million players checking out the game, there's a lot to like in it but the reliance on Marvel IP and reiteration of popular hero shooter mechanics may not be everyone's cup of tea.

The game has a wide selection of maps, a fully fledged ranked mode with its own rewards, a built-in tournament system and gorgeous visuals and animations. It also has a consumer-first approach that doesn’t lock heroes behind lengthy grinds or force players to skip ahead with real money to actually experience the game’s content.

Marvel Rivals launched with over 30 heroes and villains to pick from, but not all are as powerful as their comic counterparts. These are the best characters.The Latest Tech News, Delivered to Your Inb