In the chaotic, fast-paced world of Marvel Rivals, few characters offer the blend of utility, mobility, and support power quite like Rocket Raccoon. As a small but strategic powerhouse, Rocket plays a crucial role in keeping his team alive while dodging danger with clever movement and quick reflexes.
But how exactly do you make the most of this Guardians of the Galaxy icon? Here’s how to master Rocket Raccoon and turn him into your team’s secret weapon.
The Role: Support Strategist with Firepower
Rocket is classified as a Strategist, but don’t let that title fool you into thinking he’s just sitting back and healing. He’s an active combat-support hybrid: someone who can both patch up allies and unleash punishing damage when the moment calls for it.
If you like playing characters who are constantly moving, constantly supporting, and always thinking ahead — Rocket is your hero.
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Key Abilities to Master
- Primary Fire – Bombard Mode: Rocket’s main weapon is a short-to-mid-range energy cannon that delivers rapid bursts of damage. It’s not the strongest in long-range fights, but it’s extremely effective up close and in tight corridors.
- Secondary Fire – Repair Mode: Instead of a traditional heal beam, Rocket launches orbs that bounce off surfaces and restore health to allies. These orbs can heal multiple teammates and are perfect for indirect support when allies are behind cover.
- Jetpack Dash – Double Mobility Burst: Rocket has two quick dashes that let him zip around the map, escape danger, or reach high ledges. Use them aggressively to close gaps or defensively to flee.
- Ability – B.R.B. (Battle Rebirth Beacon): This gadget deploys a beacon that periodically produces armor packs and rocket jet packs, and can revive a fallen ally within its radius. Ideal for placing near objectives, during team fights, or just before a push.
- Ultimate – C.Y.A. (Cosmic Yarn Amplifier): Rocket’s ult enhances nearby allies by boosting their damage output and healing them. Think of it as a rally point — place it wisely, and your team becomes much harder to stop.
- Passives – Wild Crawl & Flying Ace: Rocket can run along walls and slow his descent when falling. This gives him unmatched map mobility and makes him a nightmare to pin down.
Gameplay Tips
- Keep Moving: You’re small, but squishy. Use your jetpack and wall-running constantly to stay out of predictable sightlines.
- Don’t Hoard the Beacon: Place the revive beacon proactively. Waiting too long often means teammates die outside its range. Remember it provides both healing/revive utility and resources (armor/jet packs).
- Bounce Your Heals: Don’t just aim directly at allies. Use walls and floors to get healing orbs into tricky spots.
- Use Ult on Offense: Rocket’s amplifier is best used when your team is initiating — not reacting. Coordinate with tanks or damage dealers for max value.
- Disrupt and Assist: When not healing, help finish off low-health enemies or distract the backline with your mobility.
Final Thoughts
Rocket Raccoon may be small in size, but he’s massive in impact. Players who learn how to balance his mobile support style with quick thinking and smart positioning will find themselves at the heart of every successful push and team save. He’s not just comic relief — he’s one of Marvel Rivals’ most impactful Strategists.
Written by:
Christian