While Marvel Rivals dazzles with hero showdowns and chaos on the battlefield, much of the game’s real strength comes from the bonds forged off the map. Enter the Faction system—a hub for teamwork, organization, and community rewards.
What Are Factions in Marvel Rivals?
At its core, a faction in Marvel Rivals is a player-made group, akin to a traditional clan or guild in other multiplayer games. Each faction can host up to 12 members, united by a custom name, emblem, and internal rules.
This system creates a streamlined way to organize regular play, chat, and team up for competitive and casual matches—even if you don’t know every teammate personally.
Why Join a Faction? Key Benefits
- Exclusive Tournaments: Most major in-game events and championships are accessible only to faction members. Winning or even participating in these can unlock unique cosmetics, in-game currency, and sometimes real-world prizes.
- Community and Coordination: Factions simplify planning, communication, and practice—vital for developing tactics and chemistry. Regular activities allow players to grow skill-wise and score better results as a unit.
- Special Rewards: Top-performing factions earn standout recognition, including unique skins, trophies, nameplates, and more—making your group visible across the Marvel Rivals world.
- Leadership and Team-Building: Running a faction lets leaders handle recruitment, set policies, choose members, and build a culture—offering motivated players a chance to carve out their own legacy.
Joining or Creating a Faction: Step-By-Step
- To Create a Faction:
- Open the main menu and go to the “Tournaments” section.
- Click “Create Faction,” then pick a unique name, tag, region, platform, set your rules, and design an emblem.
- Invite up to 11 more players to fill out your roster.
- To Join an Existing Faction:
- Go to “Tournaments” → “View Factions.”
- Browse or search for available teams.
- Some factions allow instant joining, while others require you to apply and await approval.
Note: Faction size is capped at 12, so some may be full. Always check for open slots and make sure the faction fits your region and platform for best matchmaking.
Faction Life: Flexibility & Strategy
- Platform and Region: Align your choice with your hardware (PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S) and location, as crossplay rules for competitive play are strict.
- Freedom: You can leave a faction anytime if you want a fresh start or new squad—just revisit the faction menu to exit and search for another group.
- Practice and Events: Regular activities, both formal and informal, help refine team play and spot new strategies, keeping the experience lively.
The Faction system in Marvel Rivals is more than a party-list add-on—it’s a gateway to deeper gameplay, tournament glory, and community identity. Whether you’re building a squad with old friends or seeking a new team to conquer the multiverse, factions are your ticket to richer rewards and rivalry.
Would you like to learn more? Click the following link to learn how to invite friends to faction.
Written by:
Christian