In Marvel Rivals, character selection is as crucial as skill. To help players optimize their team composition, we've compiled the best and worst character win rates as of January 2025. Understanding these statistics can prevent you from becoming a liability to your squad.
Underperforming Characters in Marvel Rivals
Win rate data in hero shooters like Marvel Rivals highlights the meta's dominant heroes and villains. This data can be invaluable, especially when dealing with teammates resistant to changing characters. The following Marvel Rivals characters had the lowest win rates in January 2025:
| **Character** | **Pick Rate** | **Win Rate** |
| Black Widow | 1.21% | 41.07% |
| Jeff the Land Shark | 13.86% | 44.38% |
| Squirrel Girl | 2.93% | 44.78% |
| Moon Knight | 9.53% | 46.35% |
| The Punisher | 8.68% | 46.48% |
| Cloak & Dagger | 20.58% | 46.68% |
| Scarlet Witch | 6.25% | 46.97% |
| Venom | 14.65% | 47.56% |
| Winter Soldier | 6.49% | 47.97% |
| Wolverine | 1.95% | 48.04% |
Many characters on this list suffer from low pick rates, hindering their ability to achieve higher win percentages. However, Jeff the Land Shark, Cloak & Dagger, and Venom stand out. The first two, despite being healers, lack the unique skill sets of other Strategists like Mantis and Luna Snow. Jeff's win rate may decrease further in Season 2 due to an upcoming nerf to his Ultimate Attack. Venom, the sole tank on the list, excels at absorbing damage but often struggles to deliver the final blow. Fortunately, a Season 1 buff will increase his Ultimate Attack's base damage.
Top-Performing Characters in Marvel Rivals
For those seeking a main character, focusing on the highest win rates is a strategic advantage. The following characters consistently achieved the best win rates in Marvel Rivals:
| **Character** | **Pick Rate** | **Win Rate** |
| Mantis | 19.77% | 55.20% |
| Hela | 12.86% | 54.24% |
| Loki | 8.19% | 53.79% |
| Magik | 4.02% | 53.63% |
| Adam Warlock | 7.45% | 53.59% |
| Rocket Raccoon | 9.51% | 53.20% |
| Peni Parker | 18% | 53.05% |
| Thor | 12.52% | 52.65% |
| Black Panther | 3.48% | 52.60% |
| Hulk | 6.74% | 51.79% |
While fan favorites like Peni Parker and Mantis appear, characters with lower pick rates, such as Magik and Black Panther, also demonstrate high win rates, highlighting their potential impact. Their mastery demands practice, but the payoff is substantial.
While this data shouldn't dictate your entire team composition, it provides valuable insight into the game's strongest characters. Even if you prefer a character from the lower win rate list, familiarizing yourself with at least one high-performing character is recommended.
Marvel Rivals is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.
