Marvel Rivals

Magneto Counter

Best counter-picks for Magneto

Mobile duelists and heroes with strong sustain or shielding tools are effective counters to Magneto’s disruptive style.

More counter-picks for Magneto

Strategists with zoning and ranged poke can contest Magneto’s control and deny him favorable setups.

Good Vanguard against Magneto
Good Duelist against Magneto
Good Strategist against Magneto

Magneto is strong against

He excels at punishing immobile duelists and supports, pulling them into lethal team combos.

Summary & Playstyle

Magneto is a powerful vanguard who manipulates metal and terrain to control space and disrupt enemy teams. His abilities allow him to pull, zone, and burst, making him an excellent initiator and follow-up engager. He excels in chaotic fights where his area control denies safe ground for enemies. Players should use Magneto to dictate fight locations, forcing enemies into unfavorable positions. His disruptive tools shine when paired with heavy AoE duelists and strategists who can capitalize on clustered opponents. Magneto thrives in objective fights where choke points amplify his impact. His counters include mobile duelists who can evade his pulls, shielded vanguards who endure his burst, and zoning strategists who can contest his space. Despite these counters, Magneto remains a game-defining presence when fights occur in tight spaces.