Bringing Apocalypse, Gambit, and Miles Morales to Life in Marvel Rivals

There's something incredibly satisfying about dreaming up hero kits for Marvel characters, especially when you start diving deep into their powers and thinking about how they'd actually play in a game. Today we're going to be designing mechanics and kits that we'd love to see in Marvel Rivals.

We're going to bring three amazing Marvel characters to life, each one perfectly suited for a different combat role. We've got Miles Morales, the young Spider-Man with his venom blast and invisibility powers, who's perfect for the strategist role. Then there's the smooth-talking Gambit, whose explosive card-throwing abilities and kinetic energy manipulation make him an ideal duelist. And to round out our trio, we're tackling the ancient and powerful Apocalypse as our vanguard - because who better to command the battlefield than an immortal mutant powerhouse?

We'll dig into each of these characters and explore how their iconic abilities from the comics could translate into gameplay mechanics. Whether you're a fan of Miles' modern take on the Spider-Man legacy, Gambit's Cajun charm and explosive style, or Apocalypse's overwhelming presence and ancient power, we're about to turn these beloved characters into fully realized playable heroes.

Marvel Rivals Apocalypse: Vanguard

En Sabah Nur, known to many as Apocalypse, wields devastating molecular manipulation abilities that reflect his status as one of Earth's first and most powerful mutants. His primary attack involves reshaping matter into deadly projectiles, with charged shots dealing increased damage while partially healing him. His mastery over matter extends to his Techno-Organic Conversion, which passively transforms incoming damage into temporary shielding.

As a master strategist, Apocalypse can deploy an ancient pyramid structure which blasts his foes while providing crucial line-of-sight control. His presence on the battlefield is further enhanced by his ability to bestow the Mark of Apocalypse, temporarily elevating an ally to Horseman status with enhanced damage output and resilience. His ultimate ability transforms the battlefield itself into techno-organic terrain, continuously sustaining himself and nearby allies while wearing down enemies.

Marvel Rivals Gambit: Duelist

The charismatic Remy LeBeau brings his signature Cajun flair to combat, wielding kinetically charged playing cards as his primary weapon. His Royal Flush ability unleashes five explosive cards in a spread pattern, while his agile Bo Staff Vault provides both offensive and defensive mobility options. The Cajun Cyclone technique showcases his masterful control, deflecting incoming projectiles with explosive force. His devastating Full House ultimate ability rains down an entire charged deck for massive area damage.

Marvel Rivals Miles Morales: Strategist

Miles Morales combines his spider powers with unique bioelectric abilities for a strategic support role. His web shooters provide consistent damage output, while Invisibility Strike grants stealth to both himself and a marked ally. The Web Zip ability allows rapid repositioning while leaving a healing trail of bioelectric energy for allies. His Venom Pulse and Venom Support abilities demonstrate his mastery over bioelectric energy, stunning enemies while providing allies with damage resistance and enhanced combat capabilities. His passive Electric Absorption converts damage taken into healing energy for nearby allies, and his ultimate Mega Venom Blast channels this power into a massive surge that damages and slows enemies.