Marvel Rivals' Invisible Woman Exposes Potential Bot Problem

The newly released Invisible Woman in Marvel Rivals is unexpectedly revealing a potential problem plaguing the game: bots. For weeks, players have suspected developer NetEase Games of using low-level AI opponents to maintain player engagement. This suspicion intensified with Season 1's introduction of Mister Fantastic and Invisible Woman.

A Reddit user, barky1616, posted a video showcasing an unusual tactic. By turning invisible, Invisible Woman inexplicably blocked the path of several enemy team members, who seemingly failed to recognize the obstruction until she became visible again. This bizarre behavior fuels speculation about the prevalence of bots in matches.

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This unusual interaction suggests that the opposing team might be AI-controlled, unable to navigate around the invisible hero. While replicating this strategy may yield varied results, the video has sparked considerable debate within the Marvel Rivals community, raising concerns about a potential bot infestation.

NetEase has yet to officially comment on the alleged bot issue. IGN has contacted NetEase for clarification.

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Despite the ongoing bot debate, Season 1's content update has been generally well-received. The arrival of half the Fantastic Four as playable characters (with The Thing and Human Torch slated for release later) has generated excitement. Alongside the new heroes, significant balance changes were implemented, and NetEase's efforts to combat modding have also been noted, along with humorous player reactions to Reed Richards' in-game portrayal. Further details can be found in articles covering the balance changes, the modding crackdown, and the reactions to Reed Richards.