Summary
Erica Lindbeck, the voice of Captain Marvel in a number of digital projects, has denied any involvement withMarvel Rivals, prompting speculation and theories as to what could be next for the massively popular free-to-play title. It was assumed Captain Marvel would be added toMarvel Rivalssometime in the near future, though according to one of the main actresses behind the character, it seems like fans could be left waiting quite a while.
Marvel Rivalshas remained one of the most surprising and popular releases of 2024, making its official debut at the start of December. Filled with satisfying combat features, an impressive art style, and a sizable roster containing some of Marvel’s most famous faces,Marvel Rivalswas always going to be a hit, though many are still surprised at just how massive the game is. Thanks to consistent updates, as well as a brand-new holiday event,Marvel Rivalshas kept things fresh and interestingfor players, with the game’s Season 1 update just around the corner.Marvel Rivalsplayers are looking ahead in anticipation of new heroes, though one actress says she has not been contacted to to voice a character in the game.
Eric Lindbeck recently responded to a post claiming Carol Danvers, A.K.A. Captain Marvel, would be coming toMarvel Rivalssoon. Lindbeck portrayed Captain Marvel inprevious Marvel games and projects likeMarvel Ultimate Alliance 3: The Black Order. The post claims Lindbeck had begun following the social media account forMarvel Rivals, indicating she was involved with the game. However, Lindbeck dispelled these claims, saying she would never have followed the account if she was going to actually be in the game.
Captain Marvel Actress Denies Marvel Rivals Involvement
The statement from Lindbeck reads as though she will not be portraying Captain Marvel inMarvel Rivals, assuming the character actually makes it to the game in a future update. Considering how popular and powerful Captain Marvel is inside both Marvel Comics and the Marvel Cinematic Universe, it’s more than likely players will see her joinMarvel Rivals' already impressive roster. However, assuming that Lindbeck isn’t acting coy, it seems someone else will portray the character when she is eventually added.
As stated earlier,Marvel Rivals' roster is huge, with the game featuring 33 characters at launch. This roster is expected to grow significantly over the coming months and years, withMarvel Rivalsabout to enter its Season 1 content cycle. Season 1 ofMarvel Rivalslaunches sometime in January, though an exact date isn’t known. For now, fans can enjoy the game’s new Jeff the Land Shark-themed holiday event as they wait forMarvel Rivalsto fully kick into gear going into 2025.
