NetEase Games has announced a ban on keyboard and mouse adapters in Marvel Rivals on PS5 and Xbox Series 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 technology to identify adapter usage with high accuracy, resulting in account suspensions for violators. The company states that such devices create an uneven playing field, particularly in competitive game modes.
Separately, a correlation has been observed between higher FPS and increased ping in Marvel Rivals. While the impact may be minimal with low ping, a significant jump (e.g., from 90ms to 150ms) can severely affect gameplay. This appears linked to frame rate. Until a patch addresses this issue, players are advised to experiment with FPS settings to find an optimal balance between frame rate and ping. Some players suggest maintaining an FPS around 90 as a temporary solution.
