About BuffTracker

What BuffTracker Does

BuffTracker analyzes Marvel Rivals balance patches. When a new patch drops, BuffTracker tells you which heroes won, which lost, and what to pick next. Every recommendation is derived from public patch notes and meta data — no AI generation, no opinions, no hype.

How Patch Analysis Works

Balance posts from official Marvel Rivals sources are parsed into structured change records. Each change is classified as a buff, nerf, or adjustment across six categories: Damage, Health, Ability, Ultimate, Mobility, and Cooldown. A V2 weighted scoring engine computes per-hero impact scores based on category importance and change magnitude.

Scores range from approximately -12 to +12, capped at those limits. A hero with +8 or higher is a major winner. A hero below -8 is a major loser. The full methodology is documented on the Methodology page.

Why Meta Context Matters

Patch impact alone does not tell the full story. BuffTracker combines patch scores (65%) with competitive meta tier data (35%) from public sources to produce realistic recommendations. A nerfed S-tier hero may still be playable. A buffed C-tier hero may still be niche. Meta context prevents over-hyping small buffs and under-rating meta-dominant picks.

Coverage

BuffTracker tracks all 40 Marvel Rivals heroes. 36 have verified meta tier data from public competitive sources. 4 heroes (Emma Frost, Blade, Deadpool, Ultron) have estimated tiers — clearly marked on their hero pages.

Coverage is based on patch history depth and data availability. A hero with 5+ tracked patches and meta context has high coverage. Newer heroes with limited history have lower coverage, and recommendations may shift as more data arrives.

Disclaimer

BuffTracker is not affiliated with Marvel Rivals, NetEase Games, or Marvel Entertainment. All hero names and images are property of their respective owners. Patch data is sourced from public balance posts. Meta tier data is sourced from public competitive tier lists with transparent attribution. BuffTracker recommendations are derived from patch impact and meta context — not copied from any third-party source.