Marvel Rivals was quick to stun the gaming world with its unexpected success in the hero-shooter genre. Upon its release in December 2024, the game attracted a massive pool of players, and its popularity has only increased with time. With Season 1, the game solidified its place in the gaming community.
This success is attributed to its exciting blend of Marvel’s iconic heroes, fluid gameplay, and its free-to-play model with cross-platform support. As we move into April 2025, the game is still going strong. Even though we are seeing a bit of a dip from the highs of January, this is a typical pattern.
What does the player count look like as we move into April? Let’s take a closer look at how many players are currently enjoying the game.
How many players does Marvel Rivals have in 2025?
As we move further into 2025, Marvel Rivals has shown remarkable resilience in maintaining a strong player base. The credit goes to the various balance changes and the addition of new heroes on a regular basis.
Despite experiencing a dip in player numbers recently after the skyrocket high in January, the game still boasted over 182,000 players (in the past 24 hours) on Steam alone (via SteamDB). Given that the game is free-to-play and available across various platforms, this is just the tip of the iceberg.
As for the total player count, in February, NetEase reported that over 40 million players had joined the game across all platforms. This is a considerable figure, highlighting the game’s ongoing appeal, even after the initial surge of excitement that followed its launch.
Looking at the past 30 days, the game’s peak player count on Steam reached around 290,000, which represents a 33.7% decrease from February’s numbers. This decline can be attributed to the seasonal nature of the game, with many players stepping back as Season 1 comes to a close.
However, 290,000 players is still not a small number and should not be understated. This shows the game’s popularity and its capacity to retain a large and loyal audience.
While the current player number may be at a lower point compared to the early excitement, it’s clear that the game is still thriving. The game’s unique blend of superhero action and competitive gameplay ensures that it remains a fan favorite.
As Season 2 approaches and new content arrives (with the eSports scene developing even further), it’s expected that the player count will surge once again, reaffirming Marvel Rivals‘ status as a key player in the hero-shooter market.
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