„Overwatch is dead and gone.” Famous streamer has no doubt: Marvel Rivals has killed the competition

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It’s widely speculated that Marvel Rivals could mark the end of Overwatch 2, as per a well-known streamer who claims it’s essentially “defunct”.

Richard Tyler “Ninja” Blevins is certainly not the first to excel in the superhero-themed game by NetEase, but he has proven himself not just a conqueror, but a dominant force, even surpassing others who played Overwatch before him. Initially viewed as a Chinese copy of Blizzard’s game, Overwatch quickly gained popularity among many players.

As a gaming enthusiast, I find it less enlightening to compare the statistics of Marvel Rivals (MR) and Overwatch 2 (OW2) on Steam since Overwatch 2 has a substantial community on Battle.net. However, it’s undeniable that Marvel Rivals is making a strong case as a significant player in the hero shooter market.

This triumph was swiftly contrasted with the challenges faced by the second version of Overwatch, which, following the contentious launch of the sequel and its unfavorable response on Steam, has had difficulty earning player empathy. Notably, the predominantly negative reviews on Steam (and it’s not just due to blind hatred towards Blizzard, Activision, etc.) – Diablo 4, despite also being frequently criticized, performs significantly better.

The new king of hero shooters

It appears that, in spite of occasional victories, it’s clear that Overwatch no longer reigns supreme as the top hero shooter. In a recent broadcast, Ninja flat-out declared “Overwatch is no more,” and the developers of Marvel Rivals have revealed a new map and are free to focus on future game development without worrying about its history or backstory. (Sources: TikTok / Insider Gaming)

Overwatch is dead and gone.

Man, I gotta say, it’s pretty tough luck! On one hand, they’re about to roll out a fresh new map, which is just mind-blowing. On the other, their universe is jam-packed with tales, heroes, villains, and anti-heroes, so many that updates could go on for the next decade. Talk about a gaming goldmine!

Is the assessment that Overwatch 2 isn’t terrible at all accurate, or does it overstate the case? Despite its issues, Overwatch 2 certainly isn’t one of the worst games around. It consistently ranks within the top 100 most-played titles on Steam, and although many players access it via Battle.net, its popularity remains strong. While Marvel Rivals may be more popular, Overwatch 2 still outperforms other hero shooters such as Paladins significantly.

In due time, it remains to be seen whether Marvel Rivals will manage to hold onto its player base, potentially dethroning Overwatch – or perhaps spark a renewed dedication from Blizzard to enhance the game even further, as some fans of their brand wish.

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2025-02-04 14:32