The widely popular hero shooter Marvel Rivals is experiencing tremendous success on PS5, Xbox Series, and PC. However, its developer, NetEase, has been clear that the game will not be coming to the current Nintendo Switch, much to the disappointment of Nintendo fans. But there's hope on the horizon with the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2.

During the recent DICE Summit in Las Vegas, we had the chance to discuss this with Marvel Rivals producer Weicong Wu. Excitingly for Switch enthusiasts, a release on the Nintendo Switch 2 seems to be a genuine possibility.

Wu explained, "We're already in contact with Nintendo and working on some development kits. And whenever we find that we could provide great performance for our game on Switch 2, we're open to that. The reason we didn't launch it on the original Switch was that it couldn't provide a great experience for our gameplay. So if the Switch 2 can achieve that goal, we're definitely open to it."

The Nintendo Switch 2 was officially announced last month, and while details on its capabilities are still sparse, it promises to be a more powerful and larger version of the current Switch. One intriguing feature is the potential for mouse-like controller functionality, which could enhance the experience of playing shooters like Marvel Rivals, making it feel more akin to PC gaming. However, the exact implementation of this feature remains to be seen.

Currently, the Nintendo Switch 2 does not have a confirmed release date, but a Nintendo Direct is scheduled for April 2, which may provide more information. Meanwhile, Marvel Rivals is available on other platforms and has received high praise. In our 8/10 review, we noted that "it may be following closely in the slipstream of the hero shooters that have come before it, but by doing so, Marvel Rivals has firmly placed itself in a strong position to take the crown for itself." Fans can look forward to the addition of The Human Torch and The Thing to the game on February 21.