The idea of Marvel Rivals making its way to the Nintendo Switch 2, once considered a distant dream, is now becoming a more realistic possibility. NetEase had initially dismissed the idea of a release on the original Nintendo Switch due to technical limitations. However, the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 might just be the platform to make it happen.
During the DICE Summit, producer Weikang Wu shared that conversations with Nintendo are actively ongoing. The primary challenge? Ensuring that the game runs smoothly and consistently on the new hardware:
"The first-generation Switch simply didn’t have the power to deliver the gameplay experience we envisioned. But if the Switch 2 can handle it, we’re absolutely ready to bring the game to the platform."
Image: opencritic.com Earlier, game director Thaddeus Sasser had made it clear that there were no immediate plans for a mobile version or a release on the original Switch. Should a port to the Switch 2 come to fruition, it would likely necessitate a custom build tailored to the new hardware's capabilities.
With the Nintendo Switch 2 officially on the horizon, major players in the gaming industry are showing their support. Phil Spencer has hinted at Xbox's interest in bringing its titles to the new system, and Electronic Arts (EA) has also expressed enthusiasm for the platform.
Meanwhile, Marvel Rivals is gearing up for more exciting content, with two members of the Fantastic Four set to join the fray in future updates, promising to shake up the game's dynamics.
