Marvel Rivals players will start getting banned on consoles for using the keyboard and mouse

NetEase Games has announced a ban on keyboard and mouse adapters in Marvel Rivals on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S consoles. The use of adapters like XIM, Cronus Zen, Titan Two, KeyMander, and Brook Sniper, which simulate gamepad input from keyboard and mouse controls, is considered a violation of the game's terms of service. This is due to the unfair competitive advantage provided by increased aiming precision and retention of aim assist.

NetEase employs advanced detection methods to identify adapter use with high accuracy, resulting in account suspensions for offenders. The company states that these devices create an uneven playing field, particularly in competitive modes.

Separately, the game has been experiencing a correlation between higher FPS and increased ping. While this may be less noticeable with already high ping, a significant jump (e.g., from 90ms to 150ms) can severely impact gameplay. Until a patch addresses this issue, players are advised to experiment with their FPS settings to find an optimal balance between frame rate and ping. Some players suggest maintaining an FPS around 90 as a temporary solution.