How Marvel Rivals does right by its Asian characters
Briefly

Released in December 2024, Marvel Rivals has invigorated the hero shooter genre, bringing forth a character roster that reflects a wide range of cultures. The game highlights representation, ensuring that various backgrounds are accurately represented in its characters, especially Asian heroes like Iron Fist, Peni Parker, and Luna Snow. Creative director Guangyun Chen emphasized that the team wanted to create new interpretations and stories for these characters, steering away from traditional portrayals, and aiming to embrace diversity in a way that resonates with players globally.
Marvel Rivals showcases the potential of the hero shooter genre with a diverse playable character roster that reflects real-life cultures, enhancing representation.
The game’s representation transcends skin deep, especially with the inclusion of Asian characters like Iron Fist and Luna Snow, embracing diverse narratives.
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