Marvel Rivals May Be Headed to Nintendo Switch 2

Once considered a distant dream, the possibility of Marvel Rivals making its way to the Nintendo Switch 2 is now becoming a more realistic prospect. NetEase had previously dismissed the idea of bringing the game to the original Nintendo Switch due to technical limitations. However, the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 might just be the key to unlocking this potential.

At the DICE Summit, producer Weikang Wu shed light on ongoing discussions with Nintendo, pinpointing the core challenge: ensuring the game runs smoothly and consistently on the new hardware.

"The first-generation Switch simply didn’t have the power to deliver the gameplay experience we envisioned. But if the Switch 2 can handle it, we’re absolutely ready to bring the game to the platform."

Image: opencritic.com Earlier, game director Thaddeus Sasser clarified that there were no immediate plans for a mobile version or an original Switch release. If a Switch 2 port comes to fruition, it will likely necessitate a custom build tailored to the new hardware's capabilities.

With the Nintendo Switch 2 officially on the horizon, major industry players are showing their support. Phil Spencer has hinted at Xbox’s interest in bringing its catalog to the new system, and Electronic Arts (EA) has also expressed enthusiasm for the platform.

In parallel, Marvel Rivals is gearing up for further expansion, with two members of the Fantastic Four set to join the fray in future updates, promising to bring new dynamics to the battlefield.