Marvel Rivals is expected to be a huge game when it launches, but people usually don’t want to spend launch day just downloading and installing the game. Luckily for Steam users, there will be a chance to pre-install the game before the launch.
Marvel Rivals Pre-Download Available
Per the official announcement on the Marvel Rivals socials, players who use Steam can download the game now on Steam before the launch date.
Take note: The pre-download is only available on the Steam launcher or the official Marvel Rivals website. Fans have asked if it would be available on the Epic Games Store, but it has been confirmed that the game will only launch on Epic on launch day, Dec. 6.
Is Pre-Download Available for Console?
With the pre-download available for PC, some fans have also been asking if the option will be available for console players. Unfortunately, console players will have to wait until launch day.
Though it’s unfortunate that players will have to install on the day itself, they can start their downloads early, as the servers are set to open on Dec. 6 at 0:00 (UTC+0). It's best to start the download when the servers are open, get some sleep, and then have the game ready to play after a few hours.
Required Specs for Installation
Since this is a new-gen game, there are some required specs to run it on your PC. The Minimum specs have been listed below:
- OS: Windows 10 64-bit (1909 or newer)
- Processor: Intel Core i5-6600K or AMD Ryzen 5 1600X
- Memory: 16 GB RAM
- Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 / AMD RX 580 / Intel Arc A380
- DirectX: Version 12
- Network: Broadband Internet connection
- Storage: 70 GB available space
- Additional Notes: We recommend you install the game on an SSD drive for a better experience.
Though those are only the minimum specs required to run Marvel Rivals, NetEase has their recommended specs for players to enjoy the game the way the developers intended. For the recommended experience, ensure that your PC has the following specs:
- OS: Windows 10 64-bit (1909 or newer)
- Processor: Intel Core i5-10400 or AMD Ryzen 5 5600X
Memory: 16 GB RAM - Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 (Super) / AMD RX 5700-XT / Intel Arc A750
- DirectX: Version 12
- Network: Broadband Internet connection
- Storage: 70 GB available space
- Additional Notes: We recommend you install the game on an SSD drive for a better experience.
Good Luck, Have Fun
There is definitely a lot of hype surrounding the release of Marvel Rivals. The game has spent months in a closed beta, and many fans have only been able to get glimpses of it from insiders.
Though the Marvel IP has been undeniably successful at the box office, the gaming side has been floundering—especially after duds like Crystal Dynamics' Avengers.
A lot of hopes are pinned on Marvel Rivals to finally deliver a gaming experience worthy of the Marvel brand. So far, things have been looking good, and reviews have been stellar for his Overwatch clone—some are even predicting it may dethrone Blizzard shortly after it launches.
We’ll just have to wait and see.
Pre-download is available now for Marvel Rivals, and the game is expected to launch on Dec. 6 for PC, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5.