The entire Marvel Rivals Seattle team has just been laid off, including the director and lead designer, taking fans by surprise. Since its launch just a few months ago, this hit new entry into the hero shooter genre has been a huge success. By implementing the Marvel characters into a unique world with team-up abilities, 6v6 combat, and more, players can connect more than ever to the characters they love and enjoy thrilling gameplay to match.
Coming off the heels of the immense popularity of its launch, it's a surprise to see that NetEase has now laid off the team (according to this Bluesky post) that made Marvel Rivals such a success. With an average of 454,925 players daily, the game couldn't be in a better place, but the director, lead designer, and other key team members have all since been laid off. With little information as to why, fans of the game are upset and confused about losing such integral people behind the game's success.
Since its launch in December 2024, Marvel Rivals has quickly amassed over 10 million players worldwide, making it an instant hit. But despite its widespread success and stand-out gameplay elements, the...
