The hitbox in Marvel Rivals is controversial

A recent Reddit thread highlighted a significant issue in Marvel Rivals: broken hitboxes. Videos showcased Spider-Man hitting Luna Snow from several meters away, and other instances of seemingly missed shots registering as hits. While lag compensation has been suggested as a cause, many believe the core problem lies within the game's hitbox detection system. Professional players have even demonstrated consistent inconsistencies, with shots landing reliably when aimed slightly right of the crosshair, but failing when aimed left. This points to a more widespread problem affecting multiple characters' hitboxes.

Despite this, Marvel Rivals, often dubbed the "Overwatch killer," has enjoyed a remarkably successful launch on Steam. Day one saw a peak of over 444,000 concurrent players—a number comparable to the population of Miami. While optimization issues, particularly noticeable on lower-end graphics cards like the Nvidia GeForce 3050, have been reported, many players consider the game fun and worthwhile. The game's simpler revenue model is also a plus.

A key factor contributing to player satisfaction is the non-expiring battle pass. Unlike many other games, players aren't pressured to grind relentlessly to complete it, enhancing the overall gaming experience. This feature alone could significantly influence player perception and retention.