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NetEase Games' commitment to releasing a new Marvel Rivals hero every half-season hasn't stopped a talented player from creating their own playable Doctor Octopus.

Reddit user WickedCube recently shared a 30-second gameplay video showcasing a remarkably well-executed Doc Ock concept within the Marvel Rivals engine. The footage, seemingly from a testing environment, depicts a pre-Hulk Bruce Banner suspended in mid-air, providing context for Doc Ock's abilities. The eight-armed villain is convincingly rendered, demonstrating a clear understanding of the game's mechanics and aesthetic.

The video highlights Doc Ock's unique movement, utilizing his arms to magnetically propel himself around obstacles, effectively simulating flight near stable structures. His abilities, "Havoc Claw" (melee) and "Wrecking Grip" (ranged), are also showcased. The post garnered significant attention, exceeding 16,000 upvotes.

WickedCube explained their inspiration, stating that Doc Ock's tentacle-based abilities presented a unique and previously unaddressed challenge in 3D game design. The project, created in Unity, was spurred by a PSN outage and the discovery of compelling Doc Ock fan art.

The overwhelmingly positive response has motivated WickedCube to share their process through a future YouTube tutorial series and open-source the code on GitHub, with playable versions available on Itch.io. They expressed a willingness for NetEase to incorporate their ideas should Doc Ock be officially added to the game.

This Friday, NetEase will release the Human Torch and The Thing, continuing their impressive post-launch character rollout. While this rapid release surpasses competitors, the vast potential of Marvel's universe continues to inspire fan creations.

WickedCube's project highlights the community's desire for more Vanguard-type characters. While no official announcements regarding Doc Ock exist, WickedCube is already developing concepts for Nightcrawler and Professor X. They praised NetEase's game design, emphasizing the difficulty in creating truly fun gameplay.

Marvel Rivals' Season 1 mid-season update arrives February 21st, including the new characters, balance adjustments, and gameplay refinements. Recent news regarding layoffs at NetEase's Seattle branch and the studio's stance on hero leak rumors are also noteworthy.

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