Guide to Playing Spider-Man in Marvel Rivals

In the realm of hero shooters, each game typically features a character renowned for exceptional agility, a challenging skill ceiling, and a visually striking gameplay style. In Marvel Rivals, that character undoubtedly is Spider-Man.

As Marvel’s most recognizable superhero, Spider-Man embodies a blend of complexity and enjoyment, making him both a tough nut to crack and a blast to play. However, with unique abilities, lower health, and unparalleled mobility, mastering Spider-Man can be daunting for newcomers.

This comprehensive guide aims to simplify your journey with Spider-Man, detailing his abilities, effective strategies for offense and defense, and some insider tips to elevate your gameplay.

Spider-Man’s Abilities Overview

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Mobility is at the heart of Spider-Man’s gameplay, allowing him to engage and disengage fluidly during battles. As a dive duelist, his playstyle revolves around swooping in for quick, lethal strikes before retreating to safety. To leverage his potential, you must first understand the capabilities packed within his kit.

Here’s a closer look at Spider-Man’s abilities:

Abilities	Description
Spider Power	Primary Attack: Inflict damage on enemies using punches and kicks.
Web Cluster	Alternate Attack: Launch webs that damage and slow enemies, marking them with a Spider-Tracer.
Web Swing	Move swiftly through the environment using web-swinging mechanics.
Get Over Here	Pull enemies toward you with a web. If they bear a Spider-Tracer, Spider-Man is also drawn closer.
Amazing Combo	Launch enemies skyward with a powerful uppercut.
Thwip and Flip	Utilize a standard double jump for enhanced maneuverability.
Spider Sense (Passive)	Alerts Spider-Man to nearby threats.
Wall Crawl (Passive)	Spider-Man can traverse walls and ceilings, enabling unique movement options.

Enemies marked with a Spider-Tracer will sustain increased damage from Spider-Man’s attacks, amplifying his effectiveness.

Spider-Man Offensive Strategies

Spider Man Marvel Rivals in the air after a kill

To maximize Spider-Man’s offensive potential, focus on chaining abilities into powerful combos. The key is to seamlessly integrate your abilities to deal significant damage quickly. This dive duelist role encourages players to engage, unleash their technique, and then retreat.

Be strategic about your battles; avoid unnecessary confrontations in the thick of fights. You should prioritize isolating targets rather than clashing head-on with foes.

Do not place yourself at the forefront alongside tanks. Leverage your superior mobility to flank the enemy and target their healer, who is critical to the team’s survival. Your engagements in the frontline should only occur when you unleash your Ultimate ability, which is potent for securing quick eliminations.

Additionally, focus on securing kills for your team by targeting injured enemies. With your damage output, executing combos effectively can often overcome even the strongest of allies.

How to Execute Combos

Learning Spider-Man’s combos is essential for maximizing his damage output. Here are a few practical tips:

Always initiate with the Web Cluster on an enemy. This ability applies a tracer, increasing damage dealt by subsequent punches.
Use “E” on the enemy with the Spider-Tracer to pull yourself closer and deliver a kick.
After closing in, follow up with punches, perform your F ability, or unleash more Web Clusters.

As a preferred combination, use the F ability to launch an opponent upward, followed by Web Clusters to finish them off efficiently. This straightforward combo often leads to successful takedowns.

Always retain a Web Swing Charge when approaching engagements so you can escape if the situation becomes dire.

Spider-Man Defensive Strategies

Spider Man Marvel Rivals Jumping after a Swing

Despite his speed, Spider-Man’s health is limited to just 250 HP. In comparison to other characters, this low health pool makes him vulnerable to lethal hits.

His unparalleled mobility allows him to evade attacks, making him a challenging target. Imagine trying to take down a character that swings rapidly across your screen; unless you possess exceptional aim, this proves to be a tough challenge.

To put it simply, mobility is Spider-Man’s greatest defense. There are no complex tactics; just keep moving and avoid taking hits. Mastering Web-Swinging and Wall Crawling will significantly enhance your survivability.

Spider-Man Team-Up Abilities

Marvel Rivals Venom and Squirrel Girl Collage Image

Spider-Man has access to two team-up abilities: Suit Explosion and Extra Web Fluid, though he cannot use the latter himself.

Abilities	Heroes Required	Description
Suit Explosion	Venom	Release spikes of Venom Symbiote, inflicting damage on nearby enemies.
Extra Web Fluid	Squirrel Girl	Provides Squirrel Girl with a web bomb that slows down enemies.

The Suit Explosion ability is particularly beneficial, as it provides Spider-Man with an area-of-effect (AOE) attack that enhances his otherwise lacking offensive capabilities. Use this strategically to finish weakened foes or to integrate it into your combos.

Spider-Man Counters

Marvel Rivals four image collage with Scarlet Witch, Star Lord, Namor and Black Widow.

Spider-Man’s primary nemeses are tank heroes; avoid confronting them directly. With such limited health, you cannot afford to clash with them.

If a tank sets their sights on you, your best move is to retreat. While they lack agility, staying clear of them is your best strategy.

Additionally, steer clear of heroes with auto-aim abilities, including Namor, Star Lord, and Scarlet Witch. Your mobility won’t grant you an edge against their precise targeting capabilities.

Scarlet Witch can quickly deplete your health with her fires, while Namor’s turrets and Star Lord’s abilities can diminish your HP rapidly.

The strategy against such characters involves weakening them from a distance with Web Clusters. Once they are at half health or lower, you can dive in for the kill. However, as a rule, avoid direct confrontations whenever possible.

Moreover, be cautious around sniper heroes like Black Widow and Hawkeye, as their high-damage shots can end your play quickly. The key with snipers is to close the distance rapidly, making it difficult for them to land their shots.

Optimal Spider-Man Settings

Unlike many heroes, maining Spider-Man requires customization of your settings to enhance your gameplay, as he is a mechanically demanding character.

Four essential settings to adjust for optimal performance while playing Spider-Man include: Hold to Swing, Automatic Swing, Hold to Wall Crawl, and Hold to Run on Walls.

Automatic Swing is crucial as it gives you control over launching your web, impacting your trajectory rather than relying on random swinging. Ensure this setting is activated.
Hold to Swing: This setting allows you to control your swings effectively. Players often prefer it as it enhances maneuverability during gameplay.
Hold to Crawl and Hold to Run on Walls limit wall interactions strictly to when the Space button is pressed. This prevents unintentional clinging when you don’t want to engage with a wall.

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