Marvel Rivals Bot Conspiracy Unveiled

As *Marvel Rivals* continues to dominate the charts on Steam and Twitch, a significant concern has emerged among its fanbase: the presence of bots within the game. Launched in December to widespread acclaim and celebrated for its dynamic use of iconic characters like Spider-Man, Wolverine, and the Fantastic Four, *Marvel Rivals* has attracted hundreds of thousands of daily players on Steam alone, according to SteamDB. Despite its success and ability to avoid many common pitfalls seen in other hero shooters, the community has been vocal about the integration of AI enemies in various game modes.

"I know people may feel differently but playing against bots in (Quickplay) just doesn’t feel good at all to me," expressed one Reddit user. "AI should be in AI modes and that’s it."

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Similar to other multiplayer games of the past 15 years, *Marvel Rivals* includes practice modes where players face off against AI-controlled bots. These modes are crucial for skill improvement and serve as a relaxing break from the intensity of human-versus-human matches. However, the game faces scrutiny for what appears to be the inclusion of bots in regular Quickplay matches.

For weeks, social media has been buzzing with player reports of being matched against what they believe are low-level bots, with some also noticing their teammates being replaced by AI. Theories suggest that *Marvel Rivals* may introduce these easier matches following a series of losses to prevent player frustration and reduce queue times. However, NetEase has not provided clarity on the presence of bots in Quickplay, and the company has remained silent despite inquiries from IGN.

Social media posts have highlighted potential signs of bot matches, such as repetitive in-game behavior, similar naming patterns among teammates (e.g., single words in all caps or split names), and restricted career profiles across the enemy team. One Reddit user noted, "The fact that you can even get bot games after wins and that the game doesn't tell you that you're against bots is what gets me about this. You don't want to learn new heroes in comp because people will understandably rage at you for doing that, but if you try to learn a hero in (Quickplay) you now have to second guess if you actually are getting any better on that hero or if the game is just making you think you are because it's handing you free wins in the form of bots."

The debate over bots in multiplayer games is not new; players have long discussed their impact on games like Fortnite. In *Marvel Rivals*, opinions vary, with some advocating for an option to toggle bot matches, while others demand their complete removal. A segment of the community appreciates the occasional bot lobby as a chance to achieve specific hero milestones. Reddit user ciaranxy, who began questioning their matches post-launch, encouraged the community to stay vigilant, stating, "So, you can choose to believe this is an issue or not – that is your CHOICE. But – for everyone else – when you press Quickplay, NetEase does not give you a choice."

Players who have spent significant time with *Marvel Rivals* may have encountered one of these questionable lobbies. Personal experiences confirm encountering a suspicious Quickplay match with elements like stiff player movement, uniform naming conventions, and restricted profiles across the board. NetEase has been contacted for clarification on these matches and the alleged use of bots.

As the community continues to investigate the presence of bots in gaming, players can explore innovative strategies, such as how some Marvel Rivals players are using the Invisible Woman to literally stop bots in their tracks. Looking ahead, NetEase plans a vibrant future for *Marvel Rivals* in 2025, starting with the Fantastic Four in Season 1: Eternal Night Falls. Creative director Guangyun Chen has promised to deliver at least one new hero every half-season, and fans can anticipate the arrival of a new skin in the form of Peter Parker’s Advanced Suit 2.0 from Marvel’s Spider-Man later this month.