In the competitive world of *Marvel Rivals*, where hero shooter glory often goes to the individual, a new twist emerges: assist-based challenges. Securing assists, however, isn't always straightforward. This guide explains how to rack up assists and highlights the best characters to use.
How to Get Assists in Marvel Rivals
The stats screen in Marvel Rivals breaks down your performance into kills, deaths, and assists. Assists, unlike kills, aren't simply awarded for dealing damage. Inflicting damage alone won't count towards your assist total. To earn assists, you need to actively support your teammates. This means healing them, shielding them, or incapacitating enemies to set up a teammate for the finishing blow.
This makes healers and tanks natural assist machines. If you're primarily a damage dealer, you'll need to adapt your playstyle to complete these challenges. Fortunately, certain characters excel at racking up assists.
Best Characters for Assists in Marvel Rivals
Jeff the Land Shark
While not the most potent Strategist, Jeff's bubbles and stream offer significant healing potential. The more you heal your teammates, the more opportunities they have to secure kills, boosting your assist count.
Mantis
Mantis is arguably the best support character for assists. Her healing abilities combined with Spore Slumber (which puts enemies to sleep) create perfect setups for your allies. The challenge lies in securing her early in a match.
Peni Parker
If healing isn't your preferred playstyle, Peni Parker provides a strong tank option. Her Cyber-Web Snare immobilizes enemies, making them easy targets for your damage-dealing teammates.
Doctor Strange
Doctor Strange offers another excellent tanking option. His powerful shield keeps allies alive, allowing them to deal the final blows while you rack up assists.
Storm
For Duelists seeking assists, Storm is a top choice. Her Weather Control ability enhances the damage and speed of allies, making it easier for them to eliminate enemies and contribute to your assist tally.
This guide covers how to obtain assists in *Marvel Rivals* and the best characters to use for that purpose. For more *Marvel Rivals* content, check out all the Chronoverse Saga Achievements in Season 1 and how to unlock them.
Marvel Rivals is available now on PS5, PC, and Xbox Series X|S.
