As the competitive scene in *Marvel Rivals* continues to grow more popular, NetEase Games has introduced new features to ensure players enjoy the best and most lag-free experience possible. One of the latest additions is Raw Input, a feature designed to enhance gameplay. Here's how to use it in *Marvel Rivals*.
What Is Raw Input in Marvel Rivals?
The March 14, 2025, patch of *Marvel Rivals* introduced the raw input optimization feature. This setting allows players to enable direct input of commands via mouse without external interference, resulting in less lag and faster response times during online matches. This is particularly beneficial for PC players aiming to enhance their gameplay with quicker counters and support for their team. As new heroes and balances are added, the need for strategy and skill increases, making faster response times essential.
How To Use Raw Input in Marvel Rivals
Enabling raw input in *Marvel Rivals* is straightforward. After launching the game, navigate to the settings menu from the main menu. Within the settings, go to the Keyboard submenu, where you'll find a comprehensive list of PC control settings. The new update includes a "raw input" section—simply enable it, and your controls will be optimized for your next *Marvel Rivals* match.
It's challenging to predict the impact of Raw Input on the *Marvel Rivals* competitive scene, as the difference can be subtle and varies from player to player. Other aspects of a gaming setup, such as monitors with high refresh rates and mice with faster inputs, can also influence how noticeable raw input is.
In addition to raw input, *Marvel Rivals* offers several other in-game settings to optimize your experience. Players can customize crosshairs to improve aim, adjust sensitivity settings for more accurate inputs and attacks, and easily toggle raw input on or off in the same settings menu if it doesn't enhance gameplay as expected.
As raw input is a relatively new feature in *Marvel Rivals*, it will take time for the community to determine its impact on overall gameplay. The game has enjoyed significant success since the launch of its first season and continues to grow in popularity. With ongoing promises from the developers to expand the roster with new heroes and villains, *Marvel Rivals* is poised for a bright future. Additional features like raw input are expected to further enhance the player experience.
*Marvel Rivals is available now on PS5, PC, and Xbox Series X|S.*
