How to Counter Iron Man in Marvel Rivals

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Dec 11

Iron Man is vulnerable to heroes who can close the gap, disrupt his combos, or counter his mobility. Here’s what heroes to play and how to counter Iron Man:

Vanguard Counters

Dr. Strange: Eye of Agamotto (Q) separates Iron Man’s soul from his body, allowing Strange to bypass his mobility and deal direct damage. Shield of the Seraphim (Right Click) blocks Iron Man’s projectile attacks, reducing his ranged damage output.
Peni Parker: Cyber-Web Snare (Right Click) immobilizes Iron Man, preventing him from repositioning or escaping. Spider-Sweeper (Q) punishes Iron Man for staying near his teammates, dealing consistent area damage.
Captain America: Freedom Charge (Q) enables Cap to close the distance quickly and pressure Iron Man in melee combat. Living Legend (Right Click) deflects Iron Man’s projectiles, turning his damage against him.

Duelist Counters

Hawkeye: Scourge Grenade (Right Click) blinds Iron Man, making it harder for him to land precise ranged attacks. Hunter’s Sight (Q) deals consistent damage from a distance, bypassing Iron Man’s mobility.
Punisher: Culling Turret (E) forces Iron Man to reposition or take heavy damage, limiting his ability to stay in one spot and attack. Scourge Grenade (Right Click) disrupts Iron Man’s attacks, reducing his effectiveness in fights.
Winter Soldier: Kraken Impact (Q) deals burst damage, punishing Iron Man for staying in one place. Tainted Voltage (E) slows Iron Man, making it harder for him to kite effectively.

Strategist Counters

Adam Warlock: Soul Bond (LShift) spreads damage among allies, neutralizing Iron Man’s focus on single-target burst damage. Karmic Revival (Q) revives fallen teammates, countering Iron Man’s elimination strategy.
Loki: Doppelganger (E) creates illusions to confuse Iron Man, wasting his abilities. Devious Exchange (F) allows Loki to dodge Iron Man’s attacks and reposition to capitalize on his mistakes.
Luna Snow: Absolute Zero (Right Click) freezes Iron Man, stopping him from using his ranged abilities. Fate of Both Worlds (Q) toggles between healing and damage boosts, keeping Luna’s team alive while pressuring Iron Man.

Abilities to Watch Out For

Unibeam (Right Click): Fires a powerful energy blast in a straight line. Stay mobile to avoid being caught in its path.
Invincible Pulse Cannon (Q): Deals significant area-of-effect damage. Spread out to minimize its impact.
Armor Overdrive (E): Enhances Iron Man’s damage output and durability. Use crowd control to interrupt him during this state.

Quick Tips

Close the Gap: Iron Man excels at ranged combat. Use mobility to engage him in close combat, where he’s less effective.
Disrupt His Attacks: Use stuns, slows, or knockbacks to interrupt Iron Man’s abilities and combos.
Target Him Early: Iron Man’s burst damage can turn fights quickly. Prioritize him to reduce his impact on the battlefield.