Before NetEase superhero-landed on the scene in December with a Marvel-based hero shooter that has captured the hearts of millions, Overwatch 2 had already been in a state of decline. The sequel has failed to deliver on pretty much any of its promises of being a robust follow-up with PvE elements and a real story,

However, Marvel Rivals was then released on December 5, and according to Steam DB the average Overwatch 2 player count for December was 25,248, a drop of 21.7%. SteamDB also notes that in the past 30 days (i.e. January to date), the average has been 19,745, a further 21.8% drop.

Overwatch 2 will be receiving "groundbreaking changes" that are "unlike anything you've seen before" later this year, according to developer Blizzard.

NetEase’s shooter took a lot from Overwatch, but Blizzard could learn a thing or two from Marvel Rivals as well