"Surprise Marvel Rivals Hero Tops Charts with Stats"

To enhance the gameplay experience and boost the popularity of characters like Storm and Black Widow, who were previously underutilized, NetEase Games made significant balance adjustments to the heroes of Marvel Rivals as Season 1 commenced in January.

Post-update, Storm has seen remarkable improvements, skyrocketing her popularity and effectiveness. According to Rivals Meta, Storm now boasts the highest win rate in the game, a dramatic leap from her previous standings on the hero selection list.

In competitive mode, Storm's win percentage now stands at an impressive 56%, with her pick rate surging to 16%. This is a stark contrast to her earlier days when her pick rate didn't even reach 1%. She now outshines heroes such as Adam Warlock, Jeff, Spider-Man, Hela, Hulk, Magic, Iron Man, and many more.

Despite Storm's rise, the most popular character duo of Season 1 remains Cloak and Dagger. However, their win percentage has dipped below 49%. On the other hand, Black Widow continues to struggle, remaining the least sought-after and least successful character in the game.

With hundreds of thousands of players enjoying Marvel Rivals, including its competitive mode, the game is currently experiencing significant growth. Only an elite 0.1% of players can achieve the coveted Grandmaster title, making it a highly exclusive achievement, even with the Celestial rank in play.

Reaching such heights is no small feat, yet one player has achieved something extraordinary. In the first season, this player reached Grandmaster without taking any damage in the 108 games they played! Playing as Rocket Raccoon, this player focused solely on healing their teammates.

In those 108 matches, they managed to restore over 2.9 million health points and record nearly 3,500 assists, all while avoiding any knockouts. This incredible performance showcases the depth and diversity of strategies available in Marvel Rivals.