Marvel Rivals Developer NetEase Engaged with Nintendo for Possible Switch 2 Release
Marvel Rivals, the highly anticipated online multiplayer action game from NetEase, is generating considerable attention as the gaming industry speculates about its future on upcoming hardware platforms.
During the recent DICE Summit in Las Vegas, NetEase's Marvel Rivals producer Weicong Wu provided key updates regarding the game's compatibility with the next-generation Nintendo Switch 2—an area of significant interest to the franchise’s fanbase and the broader Nintendo community.
Marvel Rivals, developed by NetEase and set within the expansive Marvel universe, stands out for its fast-paced online multiplayer gameplay.
While the title is poised to attract a sizable player base upon release, players have long wondered if the experience could extend to Nintendo’s popular hybrid platform.
The original Nintendo Switch, which debuted in 2017, brought console-quality gaming on the go but has seen developers increasingly challenged by its aging hardware when running the latest high-fidelity titles.
In a recent conversation with IGN, Weicong Wu clarified the studio’s ongoing relationship with Nintendo and their technical preparations for the next-generation Nintendo console.
Reshaping the original quote for clarity, Wu stated that the team is currently in contact with Nintendo and has access to development kits for the new platform.
According to Wu, Marvel Rivals did not launch on the first-generation Nintendo Switch due to the system’s hardware limitations, which prevented the game from delivering the high-quality experience they envision.
However, Wu emphasized that if the Nintendo Switch 2 hardware meets their performance standards, the studio is fully open to bringing Marvel Rivals to the new console.
"We are already collaborating closely with Nintendo and working with their next-gen development kits.
Our objective is to ensure Marvel Rivals performs at its best, and if the Nintendo Switch 2’s capabilities align with our requirements, we are certainly open to a launch on that platform.
The original Switch could not deliver the experience we wanted for our gameplay, but we’re optimistic about the potential of the new hardware," Wu explained to IGN during the summit.
NetEase’s partnership with Nintendo reflects a growing trend among major developers, as the hardware leap presented by the Nintendo Switch 2 reportedly brings the platform more in line with modern gaming standards.
Although no official release date for Switch 2 has been announced by Nintendo, the conversation around third-party support highlights the company's efforts to cultivate a robust library for its next major console.
As anticipation builds for both Marvel Rivals and the Nintendo Switch 2, this ongoing dialogue signals the possibility of broader third-party support and continued innovation in how major franchises leverage new hardware.
Fans should keep an eye on the next Nintendo Direct and the eShop for further updates on Marvel Rivals and other highly anticipated titles.
Marvel Rivals, the highly anticipated online multiplayer action game from NetEase, is generating considerable attention as the gaming industry speculates about its future on upcoming hardware platforms.
During the recent DICE Summit in Las Vegas, NetEase's Marvel Rivals producer Weicong Wu provided key updates regarding the game's compatibility with the next-generation Nintendo Switch 2—an area of significant interest to the franchise’s fanbase and the broader Nintendo community.
Marvel Rivals, developed by NetEase and set within the expansive Marvel universe, stands out for its fast-paced online multiplayer gameplay.
While the title is poised to attract a sizable player base upon release, players have long wondered if the experience could extend to Nintendo’s popular hybrid platform.
The original Nintendo Switch, which debuted in 2017, brought console-quality gaming on the go but has seen developers increasingly challenged by its aging hardware when running the latest high-fidelity titles.
In a recent conversation with IGN, Weicong Wu clarified the studio’s ongoing relationship with Nintendo and their technical preparations for the next-generation Nintendo console.
Reshaping the original quote for clarity, Wu stated that the team is currently in contact with Nintendo and has access to development kits for the new platform.
According to Wu, Marvel Rivals did not launch on the first-generation Nintendo Switch due to the system’s hardware limitations, which prevented the game from delivering the high-quality experience they envision.
However, Wu emphasized that if the Nintendo Switch 2 hardware meets their performance standards, the studio is fully open to bringing Marvel Rivals to the new console.
"We are already collaborating closely with Nintendo and working with their next-gen development kits.
Our objective is to ensure Marvel Rivals performs at its best, and if the Nintendo Switch 2’s capabilities align with our requirements, we are certainly open to a launch on that platform.
The original Switch could not deliver the experience we wanted for our gameplay, but we’re optimistic about the potential of the new hardware," Wu explained to IGN during the summit.
NetEase’s partnership with Nintendo reflects a growing trend among major developers, as the hardware leap presented by the Nintendo Switch 2 reportedly brings the platform more in line with modern gaming standards.
Although no official release date for Switch 2 has been announced by Nintendo, the conversation around third-party support highlights the company's efforts to cultivate a robust library for its next major console.
As anticipation builds for both Marvel Rivals and the Nintendo Switch 2, this ongoing dialogue signals the possibility of broader third-party support and continued innovation in how major franchises leverage new hardware.
Fans should keep an eye on the next Nintendo Direct and the eShop for further updates on Marvel Rivals and other highly anticipated titles.