The 3 Heroes With the Lowest Pick Rates in Ranked Matches Scream Skill Issue

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The 3 Heroes With the Lowest Pick Rates in Ranked Matches Scream Skill Issue

When it comes to competitive gaming, players often gravitate toward what’s perceived as “meta.” In Marvel Rivals, this tendency has led to some heroes being largely overlooked, despite having incredibly potent kits that could turn the tide of any match. The problem? They require a bit more effort to master than your average point-and-click hero.

It’s just that some heroes require more brain cells than others. | Image Credit: NetEase Games

According to recent game data, three heroes, in particular, have been collecting dust on the character select screen. But before you write them off as “weak” or “unviable,” let’s take a closer look at why these supposedly underpowered heroes might just be suffering from a severe case of player skill issue.

Breaking down Marvel Rivals’ least picked heroes

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‘s Ranked data, Storm and ****** Widow are currently tied for the lowest pick rate in Marvel Rivals at a measly 0.3%, with Wolverine not far behind at 0.5%. But these numbers don’t tell the whole story. In fact, they might be more indicative of player patience than hero potential.

Take Storm, for instance. Her “Weather Control” ability might seem underwhelming at first glance, but when properly positioned, it essentially provides a permanent 8% damage boost (16% for herself) or movement speed buff to the entire team. Pair that with “Goddess Boost,” which can enhance these effects to ridiculous levels every few seconds—we’re talking 40% movement speed buffs and additional enemy-slowing effects—and you’ve got a flying team buff machine.

****** Widow, while unable to one-shot enemies like traditional snipers, becomes an absolute terror when paired with a Mantis on her team. The permanent damage boost from this combo (given that you’re communicating) turns her into exactly the kind of threat players expected her to be. It’s not about the hero being weak; it’s about understanding effective team compositions to make the most out of their kit.

And then there’s Wolverine, the most misunderstood hero in the roster. His damage scaling at 1.5% of target’s max health—a detail many players miss by not checking the

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—makes him the ultimate tank-buster in the game. No other Duelist can match his effectiveness against Vanguard heroes.

When skill meets potential

Maximum effort. | Image Credit: NetEase Games

Speaking of Wolverine, let’s talk about

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. This player recently shot to viral fame by reaching Rank 1 using exclusively Wolverine, a hero many tier lists had relegated to the bottom ranks. Their mastery of the character’s unique damage scaling and positioning requirements has forced many players to reconsider their stance on the hero’s viability.

The success stories don’t stop there. Several high-ranking Storm players have demonstrated how her ultimate, when properly coordinated with team engagements, can single-handedly win teamfights. Meanwhile, ****** Widow specialists have been quietly climbing the ranks by mastering her unique kit, proving that a sniper who can also effectively defend against close-range harassers is more valuable than pure long-range damage.

These achievements highlight an important truth about Marvel Rivals: any hero can be viable at the highest levels of play if you’re willing to put in the time to master their unique mechanics and playstyles. The real question isn’t “Are these heroes weak?” but rather “Are you ready to git gud?”

What do you think about these supposedly “weak” heroes? Have you had success with any of them, or are you planning to give them another shot? Share your thoughts and experiences in the comments below!

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