Marvel Rivals Pre-Load Release Date, Time and How To Download

Marvel fans and competitive gamers alike are gearing up for the release of Marvel Rivals, an exciting new fighting game where you can step into the shoes of your favorite Marvel characters and duke it out in epic battles. With the launch just around the corner, here's everything you need to know about the pre-load, release date, download instructions, and more.

When Can You Start Pre-Loading Marvel Rivals?

The good news? You don't need to wait for the day of official release to get the game ready. Players can pre-load Marvel Rivals beginning December 6th, 2024—that gives you a whole 24 hours to start downloading before the game officially drops the next day.

 

• PC Pre-Load Start Date: December 6, 2024
• Console Pre-Load Start Date: December 6, 2024
• Official Release Date: December 7, 2024

 

 

How to Pre-Download Marvel Rivals

PC Players: Steam & Epic Games Store

Pre-load is also accessible for PC players. Pre-load through Steam and the Epic Games Store by following the given steps:

Steam:

1. Launch your Steam client.
2. Search for Marvel Rivals in the Steam store.
3. If it supports pre-load, tap Pre-load to begin your download.

Epic Games Store:

1. Open the Epic Games Launcher
2. Look for Marvel Rivals in the store.
3. If pre-load is possible, click Download to download.

Before starting the pre-load, make sure your system meets the game’s requirements to ensure a smooth download and gameplay experience.

 

Also Read: Marvel Rivals Launch Trailer Overview: New Characters, Launch Date, and Key Details

 

PlayStation Players: PS4 and PS5

For PlayStation users, the process is just as simple:

1. Go to the PlayStation Store on your console.
2. Search for Marvel Rivals.
3. If pre-loading is available, hit Pre-load to begin downloading the game.

 

Xbox Players: Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S

Xbox players aren’t left out! Here’s how to pre-load the game:

1. Launch the Microsoft Store from your Xbox console or the Xbox app.
2. Look for Marvel Rivals.
3. Select pre-load, in case that's an available option to get started on a download.

 

Release Date 

With Marvel Rivals set to release on 7 December 2024, pre-loading on 6th December gives you a jumpstart and ensures you're ready to roll the moment the servers go live. Whether you are playing on your PC, PlayStation, or Xbox, pre-loading will get you to skip the waiting line and dive right into the ultimate battle against friends and foes alike.

So be ready to select your hero and get along with some of the best from Marvel.