Marvel Rivals: Does the game have controller support?

Marvel Rivals combines iconic characters from the Marvel universe with 6v6 a hero shooter format. With that in mind, read on to find out if the game has controller support.

The Marvel Rivals Closed Beta is approaching, and unlike the previous Closed Alpha, this time console players can also join in the fun to try out the new heroes and even get an exclusive Venom skin.

That said, some PC players who are more comfortable playing with a controller may be wondering if the hero shooter has controller support.

Here’s what you should know about Marvel Rivals’ controller support.

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Does Marvel Rivals have controller support?

Marvel Rivals does have controller support. This was confirmed in the very first closed Alpha test that started in May 2024. Developers NetEase revealed in an earlier announcement that the test “will support your gear, so give it a try and share your experiences with us.”

With the game already having controller support in its early Alpha tests, it is highly unlikely this would change when the game is fully launched.

As announced in Marvel Rivals’ latest FAQ in their official website, the upcoming Closed Beta will also have controller support. So, those playing on Steam are free to switch from using mouse and keyboard or controller depending on which they prefer.

The same thing doesn’t apply for console players though. It’s confirmed that the Closed Beta will only support controllers for console players, leaving the mouse and keyboard option in the dark.

How to use a controller in Marvel Rivals

Using a controller in Marvel Rivals is as easy as plugging it in. Once you plug the controller in, your game should recognize that you’ve hit a button on your controller, and a notice will appear explaining that you are switching devices.

You can swap back to mouse and keyboard at any time by using whichever device you prefer, so feel free to change back and forth as necessary.

It’s important to note that you should ensure you have controllers enabled on Steam, and you should try using controllers that are commonly accepted like Xbox or Playstation ones.