Okay, so picture this:
You’re in the middle of a Marvel showdown—Iron Man’s flinging lasers, Loki’s pulling rabbit tricks from Asgardian sleeves, and bam, out hops a girl with buck teeth and an army of squirrels. She’s grinning. She’s flinging acorns. And yep—she’s winning.
Welcome to the age of Marvel Rivals Squirrel Girl.
If that name alone didn’t cause a double-take, lemme just say: she beat Thanos in the comics. With squirrels. Plural. This ain’t a drill.
Let’s unpack this wonderfully nutty twist in the ever-growing playground of Marvel Rivals characters before another rodent scampers off with your power core.
Squirrel Girl: A Hero for the Chronically Underestimated
Look, I’ll admit it—I thought Squirrel Girl was a joke at first. I mean, “talks to squirrels”? That’s not exactly Wolverine-tier badassery.
But then I read the comics. And, y’all… she wrecks. Not just C-listers. No. She dunks on Galactus. With kindness. And possibly nut-based strategy.
Anyway, here’s the real scoop:
- Real Name: Doreen Green (sounds like a kindergarten teacher who could secretly bench press a Subaru)
- Powers:
- Agile AF—think gymnastic raccoon
- Super strength (like, “break your car door off” strength)
- Communicates with squirrels
- Has a bushy tail the size of a small child
- Tech whiz—she majored in CS, so she’s basically unstoppable in-game and could probably fix your Wi-Fi
In short, Marvel Rivals Squirrel Girl is the chaotic neutral hero I didn’t know I needed until I saw her body slam Venom with a literal squirrel-nado.
And yeah, that just made her one of my favorite Marvel Rivals characters. Didn’t see that coming in 2025.
Anyway, How Does She Actually Play?
Oh, buddy. Strap in.
Doreen Green in Marvel Rivals is like if a support main got bit by a radioactive sugar glider and decided to channel all their rage through tiny woodland critters.
Here’s what I gathered from my totally legit, not-at-all-excessive 6-hour hands-on session:
- Primary Attack:
Squirrel Swarm – Launches a mini army of squirrels like fuzzy missiles. No, really. You’ll hear them squeaking. - Secondary:
Nut Barrage – Acorn grenades. Explosive, nutty chaos. (Insert trail mix joke here.) - Movement:
Tree Hop – Lobs herself from wall to wall like a caffeinated kangaroo. Hilarious when it works, catastrophic when it doesn’t. - Ultimate:
Rodent Rampage – An apocalyptic, brown-furred wave of destruction. There is no dignity in dying by squirrels. Only shame.
She’s hella unpredictable—like your cousin’s ferret after too much Red Bull. And that’s exactly why I love her.
Among all Marvel Rivals characters, she’s one of the few who can confuse, distract, and eliminate enemies—all while making them laugh or cry. Or both.
Let’s Talk Team Comps, Y’all
So, I main her now. Fight me.
But here’s what works (or totally fails—looking at you, 2Hulk-1Healer comps):
Best Buddies:
- Storm – Her AOE plus Doreen’s chaos = spicy team wipes.
- Moon Knight – Tags enemies while she chews ’em up like a peanut bar.
- Wolverine – Because when Squirrel Girl distracts, Logan finishes. #CoupleGoals
Team Tips:
- She’s not a lone wolf. Or, squirrel. Pair her with someone who can take heat while she stirrs the pot.
- Use her ultimate mid-objective. It’s hilarious and horrifying.
- Drop nut bombs on cooldown. You’ll never run out. She’s got a tree somewhere.
The depth she adds to the Marvel Rivals characters meta is bonkers. You think she’s comic relief, but five matches in? You’re switching mains.
Wait—Who Asked for Her?
I did. Loudly. On Reddit. Twice.
Okay fine, maybe I wasn’t the only one. But her announcement still hit like a surprise confetti cannon. Some fans were ecstatic, others were like, “Squirrel who?”
My personal favorite fan tweet:
“If I get killed by a rodent in ranked, I’m uninstalling.”
Spoiler: they got killed by a rodent. Twice.
Still, it’s a refreshing pivot. While most Marvel Rivals characters fall into the moody/swole/tragic categories, Squirrel Girl brings that chaotic-good energy we didn’t know the game needed.
Kinda like putting hot sauce on popcorn. Weird at first, now I can’t go back.
Where She Fits in the Marvel Rivals Character Lineup
Somewhere between “deranged forest goddess” and “chaotic mid-tier main.”
In terms of tier lists (don’t trust them anyway), early builds suggest:
- S-Tier Disruption (only if you know what you’re doing. Otherwise? Raccoon bait.)
- A-Tier Objective Control
- C-Tier for Snipers (seriously, don’t bother sniping with squirrels. I tried. 0/7/2. RIP.)
The beauty of Marvel Rivals Squirrel Girl is in how unpredictable she is. You think she’s harmless, then bam—ten squirrels in your face and a tail in your ear.
None of the other Marvel Rivals characters use animal mechanics this creatively. It’s a breath of fresh air. Pine-scented, slightly nutty air.
Customization: The Real Endgame
Oh you bet there are skins. You think devs would add a girl with a squirrel tail and not milk the cosmetics?
Here’s what’s been seen, leaked, or “definitely real because I dreamed it”:
- Classic Comics Look: Vintage squirrel-suit. Buck teeth. 90s vibes.
- Streetwear Doreen: Hoodie, high-tops, tail through a belt loop. Absolute icon.
- Robotic Rodent Wrangler: Cyber squirrels with LEDs. 10/10 would pay for this skin.
Compared to more stoic Marvel Rivals characters, Doreen’s looks are just fun. Like, give her roller skates. Please. I will Venmo the devs five bucks right now.
Nuts & Bolts: Why She Works
You’d think she’d feel out of place among the gods and mutants, but nah.
She fits in because the Marvel Rivals characters are more than just power scaling—they’re personalities. And hers? Loud. Weird. Endearing.
Think about it:
- She’s weird enough to balance all the brooding.
- She’s powerful enough to matter.
- She’s got meme potential through the roof.
Hell, half my matches end with the kill feed saying “Eliminated by: Acorn Grenade.” I laugh. They cry. We all win.
Some Real Talk: I Was Skeptical Too
Look—I used to think this game was just a cash grab with sparkly powers and angry eyebrows.
Then I saw Marvel Rivals Squirrel Girl tail-whip Doom off a ledge and I felt… peace.
I’ve been playing since beta, and I swear the game didn’t click until they dropped her. Something about the absurdity of squirrels pelting Venom that just… works. Emotionally. Spiritually. Maybe even botanically.
One match, I shouted “FEAST, MY CHILDREN!” mid-ult and my roommate walked in thinking I was possessed.
Anyway, my squirrel KD is higher than my Widowmaker ever was. #ProudOfThat
Easter Eggs & Weird Trivia (Because Of Course I Found Some)
- If you use her ult near trees on the Forest map, they actually shake. Someone at the dev team deserves a raise.
- There’s a “Gary” skin for her main squirrel. My first herb garden died faster than my 2020 sourdough starter—RIP Gary.
- Her dance emote is based on a real YouTube squirrel dance. Deep cut.
Also: Did you know that in Victorian England, people thought talking to ferns prevented madness? I talk to my begonias just in case. And now I talk to my squirrel minions too.
Real-Life Squirrel Girl Energy
I once had a squirrel steal an entire slice of my pizza in Central Park. Just walked up, took it, stared at me like I owed him rent, and left. That was my first encounter with the Doreen Green lifestyle.
If you’ve ever underestimated something scrappy, small, and weird—you already understand the Marvel Rivals Squirrel Girl experience.
It’s joy. It’s confusion. It’s strategy disguised as a joke. Just like my entire life plan.
Wrapping It Up (Kinda, Not Really)
So yeah—this ain’t just “another hero dropped.” This is a love letter to oddballs. A middle finger to seriousness. A nut-filled celebration of unpredictability.
Among the 30-ish Marvel Rivals characters, none come close to matching her mix of mischief, chaos, and charm. She’s a playable reminder that the underdog can, and often does, win.
Anyway, I gotta go practice my squirrel bomb throws. My aim’s about as good as my 2019 attempt at rollerblading—scars still there.
But I’ll leave you with this: Next time you’re loading into a match, and you see a squirrel girl on the enemy team?
Run. Or laugh. Or both.
But mostly, duck.
