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The Marvel Universe’s plethora of heroes wields powers beyond our wildest imaginations.
Still, even superheroes need a little guidance.
That’s why it’s frustrating thatMarvel Rivalsthrows you into the throes of combat with minimal direction.
Galacta says, “Hey!
Go there and do this!”
Okay, Galacta, buthowdo we do this thing you’re telling us to do in the first place?
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What Match Formats Are In Marvel Rivals?
There are four match formats in Marvel Rivals.
These match types may seem familiar if you’re familiar with team PvP shooters like Overwatch.
What Is A Domination Match?
Objective
Capture and maintain possession of the mission area until your team fills the mission gauge.
You’ll know where the base is because it has abarrier of light emanating around it.
A circular gauge in the center of the U.I.
will rise when more players from either team occupy the base.
The base is theirs if that same team can fill the center gauge.
Thesecond phase of a dominance matchrequires the controlling team to fill their gaugeon the side of the circular gauge.
At leastone hero from the controlling team must occupy the basefor the gauge to rise.
Filling this gauge will deliver the round to the controlling team.
If this occurs, they must fill their gauge to win.
Domination matches focus on controlling space.
Therefore, a coordinated defense is crucial.
are another strong option.
Searching for an unnecessary fight can lead you too far from the base.
All heroes shouldstay close enough to the base to provide backup when defending teammates get overwhelmed.
What Is A Convoy Match?
Three Rounds (one for each checkpoint) plus possible Overtime
Convoy matchesreplicate a tug-of-war.
Conversely, if more heroes from the opposition surround the escort vehicle, it will retreat.
When both teams equally occupy the escort vehicle’s perimeter, it stalls.
Vanguards play a significant role in providing that protection.
When the advancing team sticks to their vehicle, victory is theirs to lose.
Theopposition team has a more formidable path to victoryin a convoy match.
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What Is A Convergence Match?
Three Rounds + Possible Overtime
Tokyo 2099 - Shin-Shibuya
A Convergence matchblends the Domination and Convoy formats.
The first round emulates a Domination match while the last two emulate a Convoy match.
The last two rounds of a Convergence match are identical to those of a Convoy match.
Therefore,each team should apply the Convoy strategies detailed in the last section to win.
What Is A Conquest Match?
Each team shares the same goal: K.O.
‘ing as many enemies as possible.
When heroes get knocked out, they’llleave behind glowing particles called Chromium.
Gathering Chromium raises your team’s point tally.
It’s easy to get overwhelmed during a Conquest match because so much is happening wherever you look.
So, how can you cut through the distractions and claim victory?
Our first piece of advice is tostick close to your teammates.
In short, there’s strength in numbers.
Another essential tip to remember in a Conquest match ishow your hero’s role fits into the team dynamic.
For instance, Vanguards should stick close to Duelists to provide protection.
Strategists must play the medic role and search for what teammates need healing.
The Duelist’s job is to attack, attack, attack.
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