Why are the Marvel Rivals Models Incredibly Detailed?

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As a seasoned gamer with over two decades under my belt, I can’t help but chuckle at the antics of the gaming community and their seemingly insatiable appetite for fanmade smut. While I’ve seen my fair share of games that have been labeled as “waifu generators,” none has quite captured the imagination of artists like Overwatch did – and now, it seems, Marvel Rivals is trying to follow suit.

In some gaming circles, Marvel Rivals has been referred to as a potential “Overwatch rival.” However, it’s not just about the gameplay; there is one particular area where Overwatch has reigned supreme online ever since its release – fan-created adult content.

Overwatch is often referred to as a large source for creating “waifu” characters. While others believe Marvel Rivals didn’t need to challenge Overwatch in this aspect, some investigators have found that developers might also be considering the possibility of fans using character models to create explicit content.

The Character Models of Marvel Rivals

As a devoted gamer, I’ve been keeping tabs on the buzz surrounding Marvel Rivals, and here’s what caught my eye: Some players have pointed out that the character models for this online game are astonishingly detailed – even more so than necessary. For instance, take Squirrel Girl, who’s all decked out in her virtual attire. But upon closer examination of her character model, you can see that her physique is intricately detailed as well.

Some 3D animators online, upon viewing the models, have been remarking that they appear ‘more intricately designed than one might expect.’

While Squirrel Girl often comes up in our discussions, it’s not uncommon for us to also discuss characters such as Psylocke and Galacta as well.

It’s reasonable to think that the intricate character models in Marvel Rivals might have been created for the convenience of the developers. Since the game’s revenue is tied to selling character skins, it would be advantageous to have a detailed base model that allows for easy application of various outfits. This way, they can simply modify the existing model instead of having to create new ones from scratch.

To clarify, it appears that many online fan artists are predominantly focused on depicting characters with fewer clothes.

“I am Inevitable”

It’s worth noting that this isn’t a novelty for fans of Overwatch. The sheer volume of fan-created adult content associated with the game was so extensive that an entire Wikipedia article was dedicated to the trend. Initially, Blizzard took action by sending cease-and-desist notices regarding some OW content, but eventually understood that such behavior is a common aspect of internet culture when it comes to popular franchises.

As Rule 34 of the internet states: “If it exists, there is porn of it.”

It’s astonishing how deeply fan-created adult content is connected to the game Overwatch, to the point where many believe the game remains popular today due to the abundance of such content based on its characters. In fact, some online artists can credit Overwatch for building their online fanbase.

It’s plausible that the popularity of Marvel Rivals could match or even surpass Overwatch in terms of fan-created content. Given the widespread recognition of its characters, there’s a chance for an increase in both fans and creators. However, since Disney owns Marvel, they may have the authority to control the distribution of Marvel Rivals content to maintain their family-friendly image, potentially limiting its growth in this area.

Marvel Rivals is currently playable for Xbox Series X|S, PS5, and PC.

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2024-12-13 00:12