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More importantly, developer NetEase revealed that\u00a0Marvel Rivals\u00a0is getting a\u00a0closed alpha\u00a0to test the waters and ensure our world can handle the might of umpteen superheroes. Let's see its exact start time and countdown to its release. Marvel Rivals closed alpha\u00a0release time and date The\u00a0Marvel Rivals\u00a0closed alpha begins on\u00a0May 10, 2024 at 7pm CT, meaning it will go live for the nighttime on the U.S. that weekend. NetEase revealed the news in a FAQ released on May 7, confirming that the game's Competitive mode will become available from 7pm to 2am CT, and then between 2pm and 2am CT on subsequent days after that \"to ensure optimal matchmaking due to lower player numbers during late night\/early mornings.\" If you want a visual indicator of what this looks like, here's a second-by-second countdown until the\u00a0Marvel Rivals\u00a0closed alpha begins, with this countdown set to midnight Central Time on May 10. 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The level of excitement for\u00a0Marvel Rivals<\/em>\u00a0is escalating daily, and if you can’t wait to try it firsthand, the closed alpha is your first big chance. <\/p>

After rumors and speculation, the\u00a0Marvel<\/a>\u00a0Rivals<\/em>\u00a0announcement trailer dropped on March 27, leaving the gaming community giddy. A six-vs-six shooter featuring an all-star cast of\u00a0Marvel<\/em>‘s finest is a dream come true.<\/p>

We\u00a0already\u00a0know\u00a0confirmed characters<\/a>,\u00a0 maps<\/a>,\u00a0 platforms<\/a>, and\u00a0Marvel Rivals<\/em>‘\u00a0free-to-play<\/a>\u00a0status. More importantly, developer NetEase revealed that\u00a0Marvel Rivals<\/em>\u00a0is getting a\u00a0closed alpha<\/a>\u00a0to test the waters and ensure our world can handle the might of umpteen superheroes.<\/p>

Let’s see its exact start time and countdown to its release.<\/p>