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 insights into the current meta.
Underperforming Characters in Marvel Rivals
Understanding which characters struggle can help players avoid hindering their team. 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 on this list suffer from low pick rates, impacting their win percentages. However, Jeff the Land Shark, Cloak & Dagger, and Venom stand out. The healers lack the unique strengths of other Strategists, while Venom, the only tank here, excels at absorbing damage but struggles to deliver the finishing blow. Fortunately, Venom is slated for a Season 1 buff, increasing his Ultimate Attack's base damage. Jeff's Ultimate Attack is also due for a nerf in Season 2.
Top-Performing Characters in Marvel Rivals
For players seeking a winning edge, these characters boast the highest 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% |
While familiar favorites like Peni Parker and Mantis dominate, Magik and Black Panther, despite lower pick rates, highlight the impact skilled players can have with these damage dealers.
This data provides valuable insight but shouldn't dictate team composition entirely. However, familiarity with high-win-rate characters offers a strategic advantage.
Marvel Rivals is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.
