Invisible Woman Exposes Bot Activity in Marvel Rivals

Marvel Rivals' Invisible Woman Exposes Potential Bot Problem

The newly released Invisible Woman in Marvel Rivals is unexpectedly revealing a potential problem plaguing the game: bots. Players have long suspected NetEase Games of incorporating low-level AI opponents to maintain player engagement, and the recent addition of Invisible Woman (and Mister Fantastic) has fueled this debate.

A Reddit user, barky1616, posted a video demonstrating a peculiar tactic. By turning invisible, Invisible Woman inexplicably blocked the progress of several enemy team members, who seemingly failed to recognize the obstruction until she became visible again. This unusual behavior is interpreted by many as further evidence of AI opponents in their matches.

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This observation suggests that the AI opponents might lack the sophisticated pathfinding capabilities of human players. While replicating this tactic may yield varied results, the video has sparked significant discussion within the Marvel Rivals community, raising concerns about the prevalence of bots.

NetEase Games has yet to officially comment on these allegations. IGN has contacted the developer for clarification regarding the suspected use of bots in Marvel Rivals matches.

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Despite the bot controversy, Season 1's content update, including the initial Fantastic Four additions (Mister Fantastic and Invisible Woman), has been generally well-received. The remaining members, The Thing and Human Torch, are expected soon. Alongside the new heroes, players are also discussing the recent balance changes, NetEase's anti-mod measures, and the surprisingly underwhelming reception of Reed Richards. These ongoing discussions showcase a vibrant community actively engaging with the game's evolving meta, even amidst concerns about bot opponents.