Marvel Rivals is making some big visual changes to ‘cut down on battlefield chaos’ which is wonderful because my old brain can’t handle that level of overstimulation
NetEase is making significant visual changes to Marvel Rivals to cut down on battlefield chaos and improve clarity during team fights. As part of the latest patch, the developer is softening the visual effects and glow of hero abilities to reduce the overwhelming visual noise that accumulates during intense combat encounters. The changes specifically target the blinding glow effects that abilities produce, which can make it difficult for players to discern what’s happening when multiple effects are layered on screen simultaneously.
By dialing back these visual effects, NetEase aims to make the game more readable and accessible, particularly for players who experience visual overstimulation from the intense particle effects and ability animations. The update reflects developer recognition that the visual complexity of team fights can overwhelm players during high-intensity moments, making it challenging to track individual heroes and understand the flow of combat.