Former Overwatch pro hits Marvel Rivals rank 1 by mastering an underrated hero

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As a longtime fan of Overwatch and competitive gaming, I find myself utterly captivated by the remarkable comeback of none other than Nevix, the prodigal son of the tank role. Having witnessed his stellar performance during San Francisco Shock’s triumphant 2019 OWL run, I can attest to the fact that this man knows a thing or two about dominating the battlefield.

Previously renowned Overwatch professional Nevix swiftly joined Marvel Rivals, excelling particularly in the Tank role, which had earned him significant winnings in OW. Within no time, he soared to the top rank and established himself as one of the game’s leading players.

Moreover, the character he plays most frequently is typically overlooked or rated quite poorly by many other players, according to their tier lists.

In advanced matches, Nevix employs the character Hulk in an original manner, a strategy that not many other players have figured out as of yet.

Through a unique approach to his character, he’s consistently scaled impressive peaks, boasting an impressive 80% victory rate at this moment, showing no signs yet of letting up.

Marvel Rivals player uses Hulk to dominate ranked

If you’re not already aware, Nevix played a significant role on the San Francisco Shock team during their impressive 2019 Overwatch League (OWL) campaign as a Tank player. That season, they managed to secure an astonishing $1.5 million in prize money all by themselves.

Following this, Nevix joined the Toronto Defiant team in 2020 and decided to retire soon after, vanishing from the scene for several years. However, he recently re-emerged and swiftly seized control of Marvel Rivals, demonstrating a distinct approach to gameplay.

Typically, a tank is perceived as having two primary roles: either charging towards the enemy’s rear lines to create havoc or taking on damage to clear a path for their teammates.

Nevix is capable of handling two main roles in a binary setup, with Doctor Strange and Thor serving as his second and third most frequently played tank counterparts. However, when it comes to Hulk, his playstyle deviates slightly and performs optimally when teamed up with another Tank. This approach has proven effective, as evidenced by the fact that his performance data is solid and trustworthy.

In the team-based shooter game Overwatch, when the 6 versus 6 format was predominant, the usual strategy involved having a primary Tank character who absorbed much of the enemy’s attack, and a secondary Tank character that utilized heroes such as D.Va for diving into the backlines or Zarya to deal damage and shield allies.

Nevix typically adopts a defensive strategy by taking on the Off-Tank role, often choosing Hulk as his character to throw off the enemy team’s coordination and safeguard his teammates in the backline. This approach can be described as a tactic of counterattacking rather than constantly charging head-on into battle. He occasionally takes advantage of opportune moments to join the frontline assault.

If you’ve given Hulk a spin in gameplay, you might have observed that leaping straight into the opposing team results in your swift destruction. However, this isn’t a reflection of Hulk being weak, rather it’s because you might be using him incorrectly.

Have you ever found yourself in a situation where your entire team is eliminated by Spider-Man’s ultimate ability? Nevix comes to the rescue by stunning him, halting the destruction. Is your team constantly under attack from a flying hero like Iron Man targeting your Supports? Nevix leaps into the air and pulls them away from harm. D.VA can be played in a similar manner and was one of his strongest heroes in Overwatch, so it’s not surprising that he excels with Hulk as well.

In simpler terms, Hulk’s skills such as protecting teammates with his shield, disrupting powerful abilities of opponents, having superior mobility compared to many other characters, and attacking from a distance make him a formidable choice in Marvel Rivals, especially when used skillfully.

Apart from Nevix, ZBRA, a skilled Doomfist player, has also climbed the ranks using Hulk. It seems high-level players are starting to appreciate how powerful Hulk can be. Reminiscent of Wolverine, Hulk appears to be a hidden top-tier choice.

If you aim to use Hulk as a direct frontliner or diver, you’ll likely sustain heavy damage because it’s not his intended role. However, if you utilize him to protect your team from dives and keep supports alive, he becomes an exceptional top-tier choice that can help you reach the highest rank.

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2024-12-27 19:20