60% of Marvel Rivals players are under 24, developers reveal

The age of a video game audience depends heavily on genre, visual style, and ties to a well-known franchise. While modern gamers can be anyone from a child to a fully established adult, some titles skew significantly younger.

Developers of the hero shooter Marvel Rivals have officially stated that 60% of the game's player base is under 24 years old. The remaining 40% of users were not broken down by age, but it seems unlikely they are much older. The revelation came as part of a developer post dedicated to the game, offering a rare glimpse into the demographics of a live-service title.

Despite initial skepticism about the project, Marvel Rivals is performing well. On Steam alone, the average concurrent player count ranges from 50,000 to 130,000 depending on the time of day and day of the week. For a game in the crowded hero shooter genre, these are very strong numbers. The title has managed to carve out a dedicated audience, likely helped by the Marvel brand recognition and its fast-paced, team-based gameplay.

The game's success is notable given the competitive landscape, where many similar projects struggle to maintain a player base after launch. Marvel Rivals appears to have found a sweet spot, attracting a younger demographic that is often more engaged with live-service models and seasonal content. The exact breakdown of the older 40% remains undisclosed, but the overall health of the player population suggests the game continues to grow steadily across multiple platforms.