Marvel Rivals Developer Considers Future Nintendo Switch 2 Release

The wildly popular hero shooter, Marvel Rivals, has been making waves across PS5, Xbox Series, and PC platforms, garnering significant acclaim and a dedicated fanbase. However, fans of the Nintendo Switch have been left out of the action, as developer NetEase has been clear about not bringing the game to the current generation of Nintendo's console. Yet, hope may be on the horizon for Nintendo enthusiasts with the advent of the Nintendo Switch 2.

During the recent DICE Summit in Las Vegas, we had the chance to discuss the potential for a Switch 2 release with Marvel Rivals producer Weicong Wu. The news is promising for Switch fans: a release on the Nintendo Switch 2 appears to be a viable option. Wu stated, "We're already in contact with Nintendo and working on some development kits. And whenever we find that we could provide great performance for our game on Switch 2, we're open to that. The reason why we didn't launch it onto the Switch, it was the first generation of that device they cannot provide a great experience for our gameplay. So if it could achieve that goal, we're open to that."

The Nintendo Switch 2 was officially unveiled just last month, though specific details on its capabilities remain scarce. Early indications suggest it will be a more powerful and larger version of the original Switch. One intriguing feature is the potential for a mouse-like controller functionality, which could enhance the experience of playing shooters like Marvel Rivals, making it more akin to a PC gaming experience. However, the exact implementation of this feature is still under wraps.

Currently, the Nintendo Switch 2 does not have a confirmed release date, but fans can look forward to a Nintendo Direct event scheduled for April 2, where more details might be revealed. Meanwhile, Marvel Rivals continues to thrive on other platforms, earning an impressive 8/10 in our review, where we noted that it "may be following closely in the slipstream of the hero shooters that have come before it, but by doing so Marvel Rivals has firmly placed itself in a strong position to take the crown for itself." Excitingly, The Human Torch and The Thing are slated to join the roster on February 21, adding even more depth to the game's already rich lineup of heroes.