How to play Marvel Rivals early: Closed Alpha signup details

Confirmed on March 27 after a wave of leaks, Marvel Rivals is real and already playable. A new 6v6 hero shooter in the same vein as Overwatch, Marvel’s most iconic heroes and villains are set to do battle with all manner of unique abilities and ultimate moves.

Set to launch in fullnas a free-to-play title, the game has been designed with long-term support in mind, as multiple post-launch seasons are already mapped out. The likes of new characters, maps, and cosmetics all shaking things up in the months and years to come.

But if you’re looking to get in on the ground floor, the earliest anyone can play is with the Marvel Rivals Closed Alpha. Here’s how you can sign up.

How to get access to the Marvel Rivals Closed Alpha

There are a couple of ways to gain access to the Marvel Rivals Closed Alpha test.

Initially, codes were sent out to select fans who signed up on the official website. The sign-up form is still available, so if you haven’t filled it out yet (or you used the old form which did not ask about hardware specs and availability), that should be your first step.

You’ll be asked a few quick questions regarding your region, your experience with other similar PVP titles on the market, and your hardware. However, simply filling out the form does not guarantee access to the Closed Alpha.

The devs have also said those playing the Closed Alpha will have the chance to obtain additional codes to share with friends. You also may be able to get an invite code from watching Marvel Rivals livestreams, though specific details have not yet been announced.

It’s worth knowing that devs have confirmed that progress in the Closed Alpha will not be carried over. The FAQ states that your account data will be “wiped” once the test period ends. However, there are certain in-game rewards that you’ll permanently get to keep if you manage to unlock them during the Closed Alpha.

The Marvel Rivals Closed Alpha began on May 10th at 5:00 PM (PDT) and runs until May 20th at 11:59 PM (PDT).

Furthermore, the Closed Alpha is also bringing a 6v6 tournament with a hefty prize pool, alongside a range of thrilling in-game events. Additional launches include the game’s official Twitch channel and its own Content Creator program.

Alternative way to get Marvel Rivals Closed Alpha access

If you missed the registration window or don’t have anyone who can share a spare key, don’t worry. If you’re lucky, you can get access to the Marvel Rivals Closed Alpha by joining the “Dannys Happy Caravan” event on the game’s official Discord.

This is essentially a giveaway that only requires you to react to a post. Every post or entry has a timer, and winners will be announced and tagged in the channel right after it ends.

For those who didn’t win in the previous entry, you can always react to the next post once it’s available. Thus far, a handful of winners have been granted access, however the giveaways aren’t live at all times. So there’s some luck involved when it comes to checking in at the right moments.

Occasionally, there’ll also be a “trivia giveaway” that requires you to answer a question. Make sure to keep an eye out for them if you’d like to snatch a code.