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In Marvel Rivals, character selection is key to victory. This January 2025 data reveals the heroes and villains with the highest and lowest win rates, offering valuable insights for players aiming to improve their game.
Underperforming Characters in Marvel Rivals
Understanding which characters struggle helps prevent hindering your team. Here are the Marvel Rivals characters with the lowest win rates as of 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 on this list have low pick rates, impacting win percentages. However, Jeff the Land Shark, Cloak & Dagger, and Venom stand out. Jeff and Cloak & Dagger, both healers, lack the unique abilities of other Strategists. Jeff's Ultimate Attack nerf in Season 2 may further lower his win rate. Venom, the sole tank on the list, excels at absorbing damage but often lacks finishing power. Fortunately, a Season 1 buff will boost his Ultimate Attack's base damage.
Top-Performing Characters in Marvel Rivals
Choosing a character with a high win rate can significantly improve your chances of success. Below are the Marvel Rivals characters boasting the best win rates in January 2025:
| **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% |
This list includes popular choices like Peni Parker and Mantis. However, characters with lower pick rates, such as Magik and Black Panther, also demonstrate high win rates, highlighting their potential for impact.
While this data is informative, it shouldn't solely dictate character selection. However, familiarity with high-win-rate characters provides a significant advantage.
Marvel Rivals is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.
