"Top Characters for Assists in Marvel Rivals"

In the competitive world of hero shooters, players often chase personal glory through kills. However, *Marvel Rivals* introduces a unique twist by rewarding assists, encouraging teamwork and strategic play. If you're struggling to secure assists in *Marvel Rivals*, here's a comprehensive guide on how to do it and which characters will help you achieve your goals.

How To Get Assists in Marvel Rivals

As you dive into a match of *Marvel Rivals*, you'll notice the stats screen is divided into three key sections: kills, deaths, and assists. While kills are straightforward, assists are less common and tracked differently. In *Marvel Rivals*, simply damaging an enemy won't contribute to your assist count; instead, you must support your teammates in specific ways to earn assists.

To secure assists, focus on aiding your allies by healing them, deploying shields, or incapacitating enemies to set up kills for your teammates. This makes healers and tanks prime candidates for racking up assists. If you're typically a damage-focused player, you might need to adapt your playstyle for a few matches to meet these challenges.

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Best Characters To Use To Get Assists in Marvel Rivals

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Jeff the Land Shark

Although not the top Strategist, Jeff the Land Shark excels at providing healing through his bubbles and stream. The more healing you provide, the more chances your teammates have to secure kills, boosting your assist count.

Mantis

Mantis stands out as the best support character for assists. Her ability to heal allies and use Spore Slumber to incapacitate enemies creates perfect opportunities for your team to finish off foes. The challenge lies in selecting her quickly at the start of a match.

Peni Parker

If you prefer tanks over healers, Peni Parker is an excellent choice. Her Cyber-Web Snare immobilizes enemies, making them easy targets for your damage-focused teammates to eliminate, thus increasing your assist count.

Doctor Strange

Another strong tank option is Doctor Strange. His shield, which you've likely encountered before, can now be used to protect your allies, keeping them in the fight longer and allowing them to secure kills while you rack up assists.

Storm

For those who enjoy playing Duelists, Storm is your go-to for assists. Her Weather Control ability enhances allies' damage and speed, enabling them to take down enemies more efficiently while you earn assists from the sidelines.

That's the complete guide on securing assists in *Marvel Rivals* and the best characters to use. If you're interested in more, check out all the Chronoverse Saga Achievements in *Marvel Rivals* Season 1 and how to achieve them.

*Marvel Rivals is available now on PS5, PC, and Xbox Series X|S.*