In the thrilling world of *Marvel Rivals*, where every player craves the spotlight, the game introduces unique challenges that shift the focus to teamwork—specifically, securing assists. While many players struggle with this, understanding how to rack up assists and choosing the right characters can make all the difference. Here’s your comprehensive guide on how to get assists in *Marvel Rivals* and the best characters to use to achieve them.

How To Get Assists in Marvel Rivals

As you dive into a match of *Marvel Rivals*, you'll notice the stats screen is divided into three key sections: kills, deaths, and assists. Assists might not be as frequent as kills due to the specific way *Marvel Rivals* tracks them.

To earn an assist, dealing damage to an enemy won't suffice, as damage doesn’t contribute to assists. Instead, you need to support your teammates through actions like healing, shielding, or incapacitating enemies to set up your allies for the final blow. This makes healers and tanks prime candidates for racking up assists. If you're typically a damage-focused player, consider switching up your strategy for a few matches to complete your assist-related challenges.

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Best Characters To Use To Get Assists in Marvel Rivals

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Jeff the Land Shark

While Jeff the Land Shark might not be the top Strategist in *Marvel Rivals*, his healing bubbles and streams offer versatile support. By keeping your teammates healthy, you increase their chances of scoring assists, making Jeff a valuable asset on the battlefield.

Mantis

Mantis stands out as the premier support character for getting assists. Her ability to heal allies combined with Spore Slumber, which puts enemies to sleep, creates perfect opportunities for your teammates to finish off foes. The only challenge is securing her quickly at the start of a match.

Peni Parker

For those who prefer a tank role over healing, Peni Parker is an excellent choice. Her Cyber-Web Snare ability immobilizes enemies, making them easy targets for your damage-focused teammates to take down while you accumulate assists.

Doctor Strange

Another tank option, Doctor Strange, excels with his protective shields. You've likely encountered his shield before, but now it's your turn to wield it. By shielding your allies, you ensure they survive long enough to secure kills, boosting your assist count.

Storm

If you're a Duelist aiming to increase your assists, Storm is your go-to character. Her Weather Control ability enhances allies' damage and speed, allowing you to sit back and watch as your teammates rack up kills—and assists for you.

That's the lowdown on how to get assists in *Marvel Rivals* and the best characters to use. For more on *Marvel Rivals*, check out all the Chronoverse Saga Achievements in Season 1 and how to unlock them.

*Marvel Rivals is available now on PS5, PC, and Xbox Series X|S.*