Marvel Rivals Captain America Guide: Skill & Gameplay
Role Positioning
Off-Tank: Captain America excels as a secondary tank, capable of absorbing damage while contributing to offensive output.
Team Compositions: Team Synergy
Synergy with Thor:
Gains an additional C Ability when paired with Thor.
C Ability: Converts basic attacks into ranged attacks with significant damage output. This effect lasts for an extended period, enhancing his offensive potential.
Enables Captain America to function as both a ranged and melee damage dealer, adding flexibility during team fights.
Without Thor:
Captain America’s ranged capabilities are limited, requiring a focus on melee engagements and closer combat tactics.
Playstyle and Strategies
With Thor:
Captain America transforms into a versatile dual-role character, adapting between ranged and melee attacks.
Without Thor:
Focus on melee combat, leveraging shield abilities to engage in direct confrontations.
General Tips:
Use skill combos to close the gap on enemies and target vulnerable backline heroes.
In unfavorable situations, utilize the Shift jump skill to escape and reposition.
Captain America’s balance of control, mobility, and versatility makes him a strong pick for teams needing a flexible tank with offensive and defensive prowess.
Skill Breakdown
Left Click (Basic Attack)
Shield Ricochet: Shield bounces between enemies up to two times, lasting for five seconds (limited range).
Utility: Provides additional ranged poke capability.
Melee Strike: Deals close-range damage.
Empowered Attack: Progress bar charges below the reticle when hitting enemies. At two segments, the left click becomes a ranged attack.
Right Click (Shield Block)
Function: Raises the shield to block and reflect all incoming bullets.
Reflected Bullets: Trajectories are random, unlike Genji’s ability in Overwatch.
Durability: Shield has 500 HP, more durable than Doctor Strange’s shield but smaller in size.
Unique Feature: Reflects damage, adding offensive value.
Shift (Sprint and Jump Attack)
Unlimited Sprint: Similar to Soldier 76’s sprint in Overwatch, allowing movement without limitations.
Jump Attack: During a sprint, Left Click becomes a ground slam, dealing damage and knocking back enemies (with cooldown).
E Ability (Shield Throw)
Description: Throws a shield forward, ricocheting between enemies up to four times within a certain range.
Special Traits: Longer ricochet range than the empowered Left Click. Bounces off walls, making it effective in tight spaces.
F Ability (Dash Attack)
Function: A straight-line charge that deals damage.
Limitations: Stops when hitting an enemy or obstacle; does not carry enemies along.
Ultimate (Star-Spangled Banner Zone)
Grants Captain America 300 blue armor and increased movement speed.
Creates a star-spangled banner zone, providing teammates within it with continuous blue armor and movement speed buffs. Captain America also benefits from these boosts.
Effects:
Summary: A simple yet effective ultimate that enhances team survivability and mobility.