Marvel Rivals Zombie Mode Tips for Beginners: How to Survive Waves & Farm Rewards / XP Fast

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The undead have invaded Midtown Manhattan, and Marvel Rivals has unleashed its first-ever PvE experience — the limited-time Zombie Mode. But this isn’t your average horde mode. It’s a roguelike survival challenge designed to push your teamwork, reflexes, and build strategy to their limits.

If you want to thrive instead of just survive — and farm rewards, XP, and exclusive Halloween cosmetics fast — this complete guide has you covered.

Let’s dive into everything you need to know to dominate Zombie Mode in Marvel Rivals (October–November 2025).

🚀 Getting Started: Event Access & Setup

Before you jump into the apocalypse, here’s the essential info:

  • Event Duration: October 23, 2025 – November 14, 2025

  • Access: Available directly from the main Play Menu (solo or co-op up to 4 players)

  • Gameplay Loop: Survive zombie waves, earn Moon Power, and spend it between rounds on temporary upgrades known as Khonshu’s Blessings.

  • Goal: Progress through waves while powering up your heroes to survive higher difficulties.

Marvel Rivals Zombie Mode Tips for Beginners
🧠 Essential Survival Tactics: Movement & Spacing

Higher difficulties punish mistakes — so survival comes first.

  • Never Stop Moving: Constantly rotate around the map to avoid getting surrounded. Standing still = instant death.

  • Master “Zombie Training”: Have one mobile hero (like Blade or Jeff) kite enemies into tight groups, letting teammates nuke them with AoE attacks.

  • Prioritize Threats: Focus on elite and boss zombies immediately; ignoring them can wipe your run.

💰 Efficient XP & Reward Farming

Level up and earn rewards faster with these smart farming methods:

  • Daily & Weekly Missions: Your best source of Chrono Tokens (Battle Pass XP). Reroll tedious missions for easier ones.

  • Combat Chest Progression: Earn Account XP each day (cap ~7,200 XP). The cap resets around 8 PM EST — play before and after reset for double gains.

  • Fastest XP Modes: Regular Conquest Mode gives 300–500 XP per win and up to 1,000 XP for MVP/Ace titles.

  • Higher Difficulty = Higher Rewards: Harder Zombie Mode tiers grant better XP multipliers and unique cosmetics.

⚔️ Best Heroes & Builds for Zombie Mode

Choosing the right hero and build is crucial. Here’s how each hero dominates the undead:

HeroRole & PlaystyleKey Build & Strategy Tips
BladeClose-range duelist with extreme lifesteal.Max Red Traits for sword damage & lifesteal. Use Bloodline Awakening often. Prioritize Vampiric Vitality and Crimson Will.
The PunisherRanged DPS with turret crowd control.Focus on Assault Rifle (Adjudication). Blessings Auto-aim and Spread Fire are must-haves. Turret = backup damage source.
MagikMelee brawler with Darkchylde transformation.Choose between full Darkchylde build or Mortal Will/Phantom Edge sword-focused style.
ThorDurable tank with huge area control.Max Blue Traits to empower Awakened State. Endstorm and Rune Recycle keep his abilities cycling.
JeffMobile support that heals and damages.Focus on Blue Traits & Blessings. Stay submerged for mobility & healing. “Hide and Seek” build is great for team support.

Pro Team Tip:
For Hard mode or higher, run Blade (sustain DPS) + Thor (tank) + Punisher (ranged) + Jeff (support) for perfect balance.

🛡️ Avoid Early Wipes on Hard Mode

Jumping from Normal to Hard is no joke — here’s how to stay alive:

  • Respect Damage Scaling: Enemies hit harder and tank more HP. Dodging is mandatory.

  • Spend Moon Power Every Round: Don’t hoard it — invest in synergizing blessings each wave. Avoid Random Blessing.

  • Specialize Your Build: Pick one direction (damage, sustain, or utility) and commit fully.

  • Coordinate as a Team: Call out elites, revive downed allies, and avoid duplicate blessing choices.

⚙️ Recommended Settings & HUD Tweaks

Maximize visibility and awareness with these quick tweaks:

  • Enable Kill Feed: Helps track elite/boss kills.

  • Bright Crosshair Color: Choose cyan or lime for high contrast.

  • Visible Cooldowns: Keep ability cooldowns front and center for quick reactions.

✅ Quick Pre-Run Checklist

Before every match, double-check:

  • ✅ Hero Loadout: Using correct ability variations?

  • ✅ Team Balance: Do you have damage, tank, and support roles?

  • ✅ Mission Goal: Are you grinding XP or completing objectives?

  • ✅ Keybinds: Is your mobility skill comfortably accessible?

🧩 Final Thoughts

By following these beginner-friendly strategies, you’ll quickly adapt to Marvel Rivals’ Zombie Mode — mastering waves, farming rewards, and dominating leaderboards before the event ends on November 14, 2025.

Now grab your squad, lock in your favorite hero, and get ready to conquer the undead invasion! 🧟‍♀️        

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