Hero Shooter

Marvel Rivals Season 8 Says "To Me, My X-Men" With Cyclops Reveal

NetEase Games has revealed details for Season 8: Sins of Alchemax in Marvel Rivals, introducing Cyclops and teasing Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur. The season, launching May 15, focuses on the Alchemax corporation and adds the Doom Match map, Alchemax Headquarters. A standalone High-Resolution Texture Pack DLC is also available for PC players.

Marvel Rivals’ next playable hero is actually just a 20-foot-tall t-rex

Marvel Rivals is teasing its next playable character for season eight, which is heavily implied to be Devil Dinosaur, a massive Tyrannosaurus rex. The character's immense size and potential abilities like Neuralkinesis are discussed as unique gameplay challenges. The full reveal is expected soon, with Cyclops also rumored for mid-season.

Marvel Rivals Is Not for You: 6 Solo Hero Games | TAG

This article argues that Marvel Rivals, a 6v6 hero shooter, is not suitable for solo players due to matchmaking and team dependency issues. It recommends six alternative single-player games that offer superhero fantasy, combat, or roster variety, including Marvel's Spider-Man 2, Marvel's Midnight Suns, Hi-Fi Rush, Control, Gotham Knights, and Guardians of the Galaxy.

2K Games confirms layoffs at Project Ethos shooter studio and hints at new design direction: 'It's become…

2K Games studio 31st Union has confirmed layoffs as it shifts the direction of its free-to-play hero shooter Project Ethos towards a skill-based PVP roguelike experience. Studio head Ben Brinkman expressed confidence in the new vision despite the team changes. This follows previous reports of trouble with the project, including the departure of its original studio head.

2K lay off staff at Project Ethos while touting "a renewed direction and vision" for their by-the-numbers hero shooter

2K Games is laying off staff at developer 31st Union as they rebrand their free-to-play multiplayer game Project Ethos. The title, previously a 'roguelike hero shooter,' is now described as a 'skill-based PvP roguelike experience.' Studio head Ben Brinkman cited a need for the team to work more quickly and nimbly, despite assurances of continued investment from Take-Two and 2K leadership.

2K lays off staff at 31st Union, studio behind Project Ethos

2K has laid off staff from its 31st Union studio, which was developing the live-service hero shooter Project Ethos. Studio head Ben Brinkman cited the need to work more quickly and nimbly as the reason for scaling back the team. This follows earlier layoffs and a change in leadership at the studio, with Project Ethos reportedly undergoing a visual and directional overhaul.

Is Marvel Rivals Toxic? An Honest Answer Backed by Data (2026) | TAG

Marvel Rivals, launched in December 2024, faced significant toxicity issues, leading to player drop-off and criticism from streamers. Developer NetEase has since implemented moderation upgrades, including voice chat screening and custom text filters, as part of 'Operation: Shield the Community.' While improvements are noted, the game's long-term safety score remains preliminary due to a lack of published enforcement data and a free-to-play model that allows for easy account creation.

Hero shooter Last Flag halts production just 2 weeks after launch, but vows to "make sure that the game doesn't disappear"

Knight Street Games has announced that production for their hero shooter Last Flag is halting just two weeks after launch due to a lack of audience. While the team cannot support further development beyond upcoming patches, they are working with partners to ensure the game remains playable and will add features like custom lobbies. The studio aims to make sure the game "doesn't disappear" despite the financial realities.

Marvel Rivals Teams Up With Avengers for New Crossover Mode | HappyGamer

Marvel Rivals has launched its 'Path to Doomsday: The Avengers' crossover event, integrating elements from the Marvel Cinematic Universe directly into the game. The update, which went live on April 30, 2026, includes in-game movie screenings of iconic Avengers scenes, themed cosmetic bundles for characters like Iron Man and Loki, and photo opportunities. Developer NetEase aims to create an interactive extension of the cinematic universe, with the event running until May 28th.

Stay in the Red in Apex Legends: Overclocked, New Season Launching May 5!

Electronic Arts and Respawn Entertainment have announced Apex Legends: Overclocked, a new season launching May 5. The season introduces the new Legend Axle, updates to Conduit and Vantage, a Deathbox Respawn system, and the Twin Razors Mythic Universal Melee. Apex Legends: Overclocked will be available on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC.

Marvel Rivals Reveals Path to Doomsday PvP Mode With A Stylish Trip Down Memory Lane

The new World of Tanks hero shooter is shockingly fun, and the beta is still up for a few days

World of Tanks: Heat, a new hero shooter spinoff of the original game, is currently in a closed beta and offers a surprisingly fun experience. Set in an alternate post-WW2 timeline, the game features fast-paced matches with a focus on positioning and timing, distinct from the slower pace of the original World of Tanks. The beta is available on Steam for a few more days.

Doja Cat has spoken: 'I think I like Overwatch more than Marvel Rivals' after just one match

Musician Doja Cat expressed a preference for Overwatch over Marvel Rivals after playing her first match of the former. She shared her positive experience on Twitch, praising the hero design and accessibility of Overwatch, particularly enjoying the character Juno. The article also mentions other notable figures like Luka Dončić who play Overwatch.

World of Tanks: HEAT Preview – The First Hero-Driven Tank Title!

World of Tanks: HEAT is entering Closed Beta, offering a hero-driven tank combat experience with Elite Agents and customizable tanks. The game features 5v5 and 10v10 PvP modes, including Hardpoint, Control, Kill Confirmed, and Conquest. Developed by Wargaming on a new proprietary engine, it aims for high visual fidelity and cross-platform performance.

Marvel Rivals Season 7.5 – New Hero, PvE Mode And The Hunt Begins

Marvel Rivals Season 7.5, titled 'The Hunt is On,' introduces a new hero, Black Cat, and a PvE mode called Blood Hunt. The update, available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, also features new events like the Hellfire Gala and sets the stage for future content with the Path to Doomsday mode. PC players also benefit from an optimization that frees up significant storage space.

Black Cat Just Pounced Into Marvel Rivals and It’s Giving Main Character Energy

Marvel Rivals is releasing a significant update on April 17th, introducing the highly anticipated character Black Cat. This update also includes the "ESU Open Day" event, a returning Season 2 Battle Pass, and new cosmetic bundles. The addition of Black Cat is tied into the game's ongoing narrative, with her lore connecting to Kingpin and a mysterious demonic patron.

Overwatch Season 2 brings some big hero changes, but the most OP has to be Sierra's carpet-bombing ultimate

Overwatch Season 2: Summit introduces significant hero updates, including the new DPS hero Sierra, whose ultimate ability "Tremor Charge" is considered overpowered by players for its potential to instantly eliminate tanks. Other notable changes include buffs to Soldier: 76 and Ana, nerfs to Roadhog's chainhook, and adjustments to Kiriko and Mercy's mobility.

Marvel Rivals Season 7.5 Drops April 17 with Broken Vault & New Modes

Marvel Rivals is launching Season 7.5 on April 17, which developers NetEase are positioning as a significant narrative pivot for their hero shooter. This update introduces new modes, a "broken Vault" storyline, and cosmetic "fashion" content, aiming to differentiate it in the competitive live-service market. The developers are emphasizing bold narrative moves and transparent communication to maintain player engagement.

'Close enough. Welcome back Thanos': Marvel Rivals' power creep reaches new levels of busted with Black…

Marvel Rivals is experiencing significant power creep with the introduction of Black Cat, whose abilities are described as 'busted' and potentially game-breaking. This follows a pattern of new heroes being released overtuned, with previous characters like Deadpool and Gambit also exhibiting strong kits that took time to balance.

Black Cat joins Marvel Rivals, says "good boy" in her reveal trailer, and it's all been downhill from there, folks: "I have never folded so fast in my LIFE"

Marvel Rivals has revealed its next playable character, Black Cat, who will be added to the game on April 17 as part of Season 7.5. The Duelist character has generated significant discussion among players regarding her abilities and appearance, with particular attention on her new 'Urban Predator' skin. Developer NetEase Games is also planning to evolve the game into a 'moving anime' experience by 2027 with new game modes and PvE content.