Marvel Rivals has made a significant impact since its release, attracting tens of millions of players in a very short period. As the game continues to evolve, the developers have now disclosed the official pick and win rates across the three primary roles: Duelist, Strategist, and Vanguard. This critical data sheds light on the most effective heroes currently dominating the battlefield.
As we await essential buffs and nerfs outlined in the upcoming Season 1 patch notes, it’s a great time to analyze the initial meta and identify which characters are leading in each role based on performance statistics.
The following breakdown, based on data current as of January 9, 2025, provides insights into the win rates of the heroes in Marvel Rivals. For a detailed look at these statistics, you can visit the official Marvel Rivals win rate page.
Competitive Win Rates on PC
| Hero | Pick Rate | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Mantis | 19.77% | 55.20% |
| Whole | 12.86% | 54.24% |
| Loki | 8.19% | 53.79% |
| Magic | 4.02% | 53.63% |
| Adam Warlock | 7.45% | 53.59% |
| Rocket Raccoon | 9.51% | 53.20% |
| Penny Parker | 18% | 53.05% |
| Thor | 12.52% | 52.65% |
| Black Panther | 3.48% | 52.60% |
| Hulk | 6.74% | 51.79% |
| Psylocke | 9.20% | 51.68% |
| Namor | 4.34% | 51.25% |
| Doctor Strange | 19.29% | 50.79% |
| Spider-Man | 4.70% | 50.48% |
| Luna Snow | 20.66% | 49.74% |
| Storm | 0.69% | 49.68% |
| Iron Fist | 3.90% | 49.55% |
| Iron Man | 5.92% | 49.38% |
| Captain America | 6.70% | 49.36% |
| Magneto | 10.11% | 48.97% |
| Hawkeye | 7.61% | 48.91% |
| Star-Lord | 6.24% | 48.86% |
| Big | 11.99% | 48.84% |
| Wolverine | 1.95% | 48.04% |
| Winter Soldier | 6.49% | 47.97% |
| Venom | 14.65% | 47.56% |
| Scarlet Witch | 6.25% | 46.97% |
| Cloak & Dagger | 20.58% | 46.68% |
| The Punisher | 8.68% | 46.48% |
| Moon Knight | 9.53% | 46.35% |
| Squirrel Girl | 2.93% | 44.78% |
| Jeff the Land Shark | 13.86% | 44.38% |
| Black Widow | 1.21% | 41.07% |
Top Picks by Win Rate in Marvel Rivals
Duelist Role
The Duelist category has seen six heroes achieving win rates exceeding 50%. These champions—Hela, Magik, Black Panther, Psylocke, Namor, and Spider-Man—are proving to be the most formidable choices for players and offer an advantage in matches. Despite Hela’s substantial pick rate of 12.86%, her win rate underscores her competitive edge.
Conversely, popular characters like Wolverine, Hawkeye, and Star-Lord have yet to reach the 50% win rate mark, demonstrating that popularity doesn’t always correlate with success. Notably, Black Widow currently struggles in the Duelist role with the lowest win rate but is expected to receive significant buffs in the Season 1 patch, potentially enhancing her performance.
Strategist Role
In the Strategist role, Mantis, Loki, Adam Warlock, and Rocket Raccoon lead the way. This role has fewer available heroes compared to Duelist and Vanguard, resulting in a tighter win rate range of 44% to 55%. This highlights that while options are limited, players have a fair chance with most heroes.
Despite his internet meme status and growing popularity, Jeff the Land Shark is currently the least effective Strategist, showing the importance of balancing fun and functionality in hero selection. With the introduction of Invisible Woman as a new Strategist in Season 1, many anticipate her pick rate may skyrocket, but it remains to be seen how she’ll perform against established heroes.
Vanguard Role
Finally, among the Vanguard characters, Peni Parker, Thor, Hulk, and Doctor Strange emerge as the top contenders early in the game’s lifecycle. These heroes are closely matched, with only a 3% difference in win rates, making nearly any of them a solid choice for Competitive matches.
Interestingly, Venom, despite boasting a strong pick rate, has the lowest win rate among all Vanguard heroes, presenting an anomaly that players might find surprising. With the forthcoming addition of the Fantastic Four, significant shifts in competitive dynamics are expected, particularly affecting these rankings.
As we observe the current state of Marvel Rivals’ win rates, it’s evident that the landscape will continue to evolve with the upcoming Season 1 update. Stay tuned for more updates as new heroes emerge and the game continues to develop.
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