Link your Marvel Rivals account through the game's settings menu
To link your Marvel Rivals account, open the game and go to Settings, then select Account. You'll see options to connect to different platforms — choose the one you want to link (PlayStation Network, Xbox Live, Steam, or your NetEase account if you're playing on PC in certain regions). Click the link button next to your chosen platform, and you'll be taken to that platform's login page. Sign in with your credentials, and the game will confirm the connection once you return.
The linking process takes about two minutes and happens in real time. Once linked, your Marvel Rivals progress, cosmetics, and battle pass rewards will be accessible from any device where you log in with that platform account. You can link multiple platforms to the same Marvel Rivals account, which means you can play on PlayStation one day and Steam the next without losing your progress.
Key Takeaways
- Link your account through Settings > Account inside Marvel Rivals, then select the platform you want to connect.
- You can link multiple platforms (PlayStation, Xbox, Steam, or NetEase) to a single Marvel Rivals account so your progress follows you across devices.
- The connection happens immediately after you sign in on the platform's login page — you don't need to wait for approval or confirmation emails.
- If you already have progress on one platform and link a different one, your data from the first platform remains tied to that account.
What happens to your progress when you link accounts
When you link a new platform to your existing Marvel Rivals account, the progress you've already earned stays with that account. Your character levels, cosmetics, battle pass progress, and currency all remain accessible. If you haven't played on the new platform yet, you'll see your full account history the moment you log in there.
If you've already played Marvel Rivals on the platform you're linking and have separate progress there, that separate progress will not merge with your main account. The game does not combine progress from different accounts — you'll need to choose which one to use going forward. Before linking, check whether you have existing progress on the platform you're about to connect.
Linking on PlayStation, Xbox, and Steam
PlayStation and Xbox linking works the same way: go to Settings > Account inside Marvel Rivals, select your console, and sign in when prompted. Your console's login page will open in a browser or overlay, and once you enter your credentials, you'll be returned to the game with the connection confirmed. No additional steps are needed.
Steam linking follows the same process. Select Steam from the account options, and Steam's login window will appear. Enter your Steam username and password, authorize the connection, and you're done. If you use Steam Guard (two-factor authentication), you may need to enter a code from your email or authenticator app before the link completes.
Linking your NetEase account on PC
If you're playing Marvel Rivals on PC through NetEase's launcher in certain regions, you can link your NetEase account directly within the game. This is the default account type for PC players in those areas, so the linking option may already be active. Go to Settings > Account and look for the NetEase option if it appears in your region.
NetEase account linking uses the same in-game process as other platforms. You'll sign in with your NetEase credentials, and the connection will be confirmed immediately. If you don't see a NetEase option in your account settings, your region may not support that linking method yet.
What to do if linking fails or doesn't appear
If the link button doesn't appear or the connection fails, first check that you're signed into the correct account on both the game and the platform you're trying to link. Log out of Marvel Rivals completely, close the game, and restart it. Then go back to Settings > Account and try again.
If you see an error message, the most common causes are incorrect login credentials, a platform account that doesn't exist, or a temporary connection issue. Verify your username and password on the platform's website before trying to link again. If the same platform is already linked to a different Marvel Rivals account, you'll need to unlink it there first before you can link it to your current account.
If linking still doesn't work after restarting, check whether your platform account has the necessary permissions enabled. Some console accounts restrict third-party app connections — you may need to adjust privacy settings on PlayStation or Xbox. If you're still stuck, contact Marvel Rivals support through the game's help menu and describe which platform you're trying to link and what error message you received.
Unlinking a platform if you need to switch accounts
To unlink a platform, go to Settings > Account and find the platform you want to disconnect. Select it and choose the unlink or disconnect option. The platform will be removed from your Marvel Rivals account immediately, and you'll be able to link it to a different Marvel Rivals account if you want.
Unlinking does not delete your progress or cosmetics — it only removes the connection between that platform and your current Marvel Rivals account. Your data stays with your Marvel Rivals account. If you link the same platform again later, you'll see all your progress restored.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I link the same platform to multiple Marvel Rivals accounts?
No. Each platform account can only be linked to one Marvel Rivals account at a time. If you want to link it to a different Marvel Rivals account, you must unlink it from the current one first. The unlinking happens immediately and doesn't affect your progress.
What if I forgot my password for the platform I'm trying to link?
Use the platform's password recovery option before attempting to link. Go to the PlayStation, Xbox, or Steam website, select "Forgot Password," and follow their recovery steps. Once you've reset your password and can log in to the platform, return to Marvel Rivals and try linking again.
Will linking my account let me play on multiple devices at the same time?
No. You can only play on one device at a time, even if multiple platforms are linked to the same account. If you try to log in on a second device while already playing, you'll be disconnected from the first device. Linking just means your progress follows you between devices when you switch.
Do I have to link my account to play Marvel Rivals?
You can play without linking, but linking is recommended because it protects your progress and lets you access your account from different platforms. Without linking, your progress is tied only to the device you're playing on, and you risk losing it if you switch devices or reinstall the game.
What if I linked the wrong platform by mistake?
Unlink the platform immediately by going to Settings > Account, selecting the platform, and choosing unlink. Then link the correct platform. Your progress won't be affected — unlinking only removes the connection, not your data.