A recent leak indicated that Marvel Rivals could soon add a feature similar to Overwatch’s endorsement system. As a PvP hero shooter, the game features a wide cast of superheroes with powerful and varied abilities, making every team combination exciting and strategically different.
Since its launch in December 2024, Marvel Rivals has been compared to Overwatch many times due to its gameplay and match modes. However, it also has a number of unique elements that set it apart, such as its smaller team size and the fact that the game uses the established Marvel IP for its growing roster, bringing a familiar yet new energy to every match.
Recently, leaker RivalsPsylocke revealed on Twitter that Marvel Rivals has a passive feature called ‘Credits’, which is reportedly inspired by Overwatch 2’s endorsement system. According to reports, the feature acts like a ranking system, in which players are given credits based on their performance in each match. The leaker claims that the system has been included in the game since launch, but has not been activated yet. It is believed that developer NetEase Games is waiting for the right time to officially roll out the feature in a future update.
How Credit Could Work in Marvel Rivals
In Overwatch 2, players can give endorsements to up to two teammates after each match who have shown positive behavior or a cooperative attitude. Giving endorsements earns players Battle Pass points, while those who are endorsed increase their endorsement level. This system is a form of honor that recognizes sportsmanship and good behavior, especially in a competitive environment like Overwatch 2. Interestingly, Overwatch 2 also allows players to endorse their opponents, allowing them to praise enemies who perform well or display respectful behavior.
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It is being said that the rumored ‘credits’ feature in Marvel Rivals will likely work a lot like Overwatch’s endorsement system. It is expected that this feature will motivate players to maintain positive behavior so that they can earn high-level badges based on their good conduct. This system can also be helpful in promoting sportsmanship and cooperation within the team, especially when certain roles like strategists are often underrepresented. It was this notion that previously gave rise to a kind of ‘support strike’ in the Marvel Rivals community among players who played support roles, such as healers or shielders.
Additionally, if the credit system also awards Battle Pass points to players as rumored, it will make it much easier for them to obtain in-game rewards such as exclusive character skins. Notably, many Marvel Rivals fans have previously expressed dissatisfaction with the pace of Battle Pass progression. In such a situation, this potential feature could help players earn points faster, making their progression smoother and more satisfying.
