How to Play Marvel Zombies Mode in Marvel Rivals
Defend the city from a deadly swarm.
The first-ever PvE mode has arrived in Marvel Rivals, introducing an entirely new way to play. Marvel Zombies is quite unlike anything else you can enjoy in this game, so you might need some help learning how it works.
There are some exclusive rewards you can only earn by completing quests in Marvel Zombies, so working through it is crucial if you’re hoping to claim them. It’s also a fun, different way to battle with some of the characters you know and love. If you’re eager to dive in but unsure where to start, here’s how to play the Marvel Zombies mode in Marvel Rivals.
What is Marvel Zombies in Marvel Rivals?
Marvel Zombies is the first PvE mode in Marvel Rivals, which means you’re working with your teammates, or on your own, to fight NPC enemies rather than actual players. In this mode, zombies have overtaken this city, and it’s up to you to eliminate them.
Marvel Rivals Zombies Guide
The gameplay in Marvel Zombies generally unfolds across the span of unique phases, generally nine of them, although you’ll encounter more phases when you reach the higher difficulty levels. In most phases, a horde of zombies is unleashed, and your goal is to eliminate them all to move forward.
In some phases, your objective looks a bit different. Some phases have you focus on beating a special zombie boss, and one phase has you protecting a special statue. Otherwise, your objective is always the same, which is simply to eliminate all zombies to move on.
All Marvel Zombies Characters in Marvel Rivals
Marvel Zombies works a lot differently from all other modes, as you only have five characters from the vast hero roster to choose from. The limited number of available characters is likely due to all of them having special, event-exclusive abilities and upgrades. The heroes you can choose from are as follows.
This mode supports one to four players, so in most matches you play, you’ll have three teammates. Although there are only five characters to choose from, multiple players can choose the same heroes, so if you want to defeat the zombie invasion with a team full of Jeffs, you’re free to do so. If you’re not sure who to play, check out the best heroes in Marvel Zombies to learn more about their skillsets.
All Marvel Zombies Bosses in Marvel Rivals
There are two bosses you’ll face in your journey across the city in Marvel Zombies: Zombie Namor, a smaller boss, and Zombie Scarlet Witch, also known as The Queen of the Dead, the big bad boss of this game mode. In the lower difficulty levels, you’ll face Zombie Namor during the fifth phase and Zombie Scarlet Witch during the ninth and final phase.
Once you reach the higher levels, you’ll still have to fight both bosses, but afterwards, you’ll have to fight them together, too. And on the toughest level of all, you’ll need to beat two Scarlet Witches at once. Beating Scarlet Witch is the toughest part of all levels, so make sure you play carefully whenever you reach this point.
How to Upgrade Characters in Marvel Zombies in Marvel Rivals
You can enhance the abilities of specific characters by visiting the Events page, selecting the Marvel Zombies tab, switching to the Prepare tab, clicking on the character you want to upgrade, and enhancing either their traits or abilities. Traits can be upgraded to provide enhanced effects, while abilities can be swapped out for other options.
All Marvel Zombies Difficulty Levels in Marvel Rivals
There are seven difficulties you can choose from in Marvel Zombies. At first, only the normal mode is unlocked, but once you clear it, the next level is available to tackle. Each higher difficulty level is only available to you after you clear the one right beneath it. All of the available difficulties are as follows.
- Normal
- Hard
- Extreme
- Nightmare I
- Nightmare II
- Nightmare III
- Nightmare IV
All Marvel Zombies Rewards in Marvel Rivals
There are 13 main rewards you can earn for clearing certain levels with specific conditions in Marvel Zombies. All of these special prizes are unique titles. You’ll also earn some Units and Holy Ankhs along the way, but the titles are the real special rewards here.
| Reward | How to get |
|---|---|
| Queenslayer title | Beat Nightmare IV. |
| Zombies’ End title | Beat Nightmare III. |
| Undead Nightmare title | Beat Nightmare II. |
| King Land Shark title | Clear Nightmare IV alone as Jeff the Land Shark. |
| Wrath of Asgard title | Clear Nightmare IV alone as Thor. |
| Lunar Vengeance title | Clear Nightmare IV alone as Blade. |
| Queen of Limbo title | Clear Nightmare IV alone as Magik. |
| Endless Arsenal title | Clear Nightmare IV alone as The Punisher. |
| Undead Predator title | Clear Nightmare III alone as Jeff the Land Shark. |
| Undead Crusher title | Clear Nightmare III alone as Thor. |
| Undead Hunter tile | Clear Nightmare III alone as Blade. |
| Undead Reaper title | Clear Nightmare III alone as Magik. |
| Undead Demolisher title | Clear Nightmare III alone as The Punisher. |
When Does Marvel Zombies End in Marvel Rivals?
The special Marvel Zombies mode is a limited-time event, so you have from Oct. 23 to Dec. 5 to enjoy it before it leaves. This means it’s available to tackle for about a month and a half, or six weeks.
This mode was originally only set to run from Oct. 23 to Nov. 13, giving players only about three weeks to enjoy everything it had to offer before it was meant to leave. Luckily, though, it was extended by a whole month, which means there’s now plenty of time to earn all the exclusive rewards it offers.
If you’re looking for a break from fighting wave after wave of zombies, you might enjoy tackling other tasks in Marvel Rivals. Completing achievements is a great way to pass the time and unlock new rewards, so consider working on The Defenders, Prank of Monkey King, and Blueprints Supreme next.
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