All leaked abilities for Jean Grey in Marvel Rivals

Jean Grey is finally joining Marvel Rivals ^[1], and she’s bringing the Phoenix Force with her. As a ranged Duelist, Phoenix won’t just blast enemies with raw power. Instead, her kit leans into control, utility, and smart positioning. Where some heroes rush in or soak up pressure, Phoenix chips away at her targets and shuts down key abilities before the fight even begins.

Thanks to recent leaks and trailer footage, we already have a solid idea of what to expect from both her human and Phoenix forms. From psychic bursts to massive AoE finishers, her abilities hint at a hybrid playstyle that rewards precision and timing. Whether she’s disrupting the enemy frontline or finishing off grouped targets, Phoenix looks like a hero who will shine in skilled hands.

Here’s what to know about the upcoming Phoenix in Marvel Rivals, including her leaked ability kit and when you can expect her to come out.

What role will Phoenix have in Marvel Rivals?

Phoenix, aka Jean Grey, will join Marvel Rivals as a ranged Duelist, but she is far from a typical brawler. Where Scarlet Witch powers enemies down or Iron Man sustains pressures, Phoenix takes a controlled route. She is all about chipping away at enemies, shutting down abilities, and quietly taking control of the fight.

Jean Grey is deadly thanks to the Phoenix Force, a cosmic powerhouse in Marvel lore. It gives her more than just extra abilities; trailer footage and leaks hint that she can switch between normal and Phoenix forms. While not a full-time flier, she may have limited flight and leans toward mid-range utility against setup-based enemies.

What are Phoenix’s abilities in Marvel Rivals?

Next, here is a breakdown of her abilities split between her human and Phoenix forms. While we do not yet have official descriptions, the ability names and leaks give us a good guess on what each one might do:

Human form

• Psychic Explosion: Likely a mid-range burst attack for poke damage. It could be her basic attack, projecting psychic energy in a radius like the Scarlet Witch.
• Telekinetic Explosion: Possibly a stronger version of her basic, dealing knockback or AoE damage.
• Telekinetic Transfer: May enhance her mobility by telekinetically repositioning herself or a teammate.
• Psychokinetic Transfer: A utility skill linking her to a teammate or enemy, likely to share a buff or debuff. It might also be where the mute effect comes in for a short window.
• Shattered Star Impact: Could be a projectile or delayed impact zone strike using condensed telekinetic energy with a brief stun or slow.

Phoenix form

• Phoenix Shadow: A movement-based ability that could leave an afterimage, giving her mobility.
• Phoenix Ray: Likely a beam-style attack with long-range sustained damage, perfect for piercing through enemies.
• Phoenix Punishment: Either a crowd control or a finisher ability. This could be the leaked ability that destroys constructs and summons similar to Loki’s healing pools.
• Phoenix Wings Flying: Her short-duration flight ability that lets her hover to reach high ground, similar to the Scarlet Witch.
• Phoenix Elegy: Most likely her ultimate, a massive AoE that burns enemies and destroys enemy summons or constructs. It could be tied further to her Phoenix form.

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What will Phoenix’s playstyle be like in Marvel Rivals?

With her toolkit in mind, here is how Phoenix might feel in action. In her human form, she looks best suited for area control and disruption, using both her psychic abilities and utility tools to eat away at enemy health. Her potential mute ability and soft crowd control could let her shut down dangerous enemies without needing to dive and reposition.

Her Phoenix form spices things up: with beam-style attacks like Phoenix Ray and big AoE moves like Phoenix Elegy, she could be lethal against grouped enemies. We do not know if her transformation will be triggered by death or a meter, but either sounds like it would encourage an aggressive playstyle with great comeback potential.

We do, however, know that she will have a team-up ability with Wolverine called Primal Flame. When Wolverine uses his Feral Leap, the Phoenix Force kicks in, burning nearby enemies and granting him lifesteal. Phoenix will likely shine on maps like Yggsgard and Tokyo 2099, where tight spaces and vertical areas let her make the most of her mid-range pressure, utility, and burst damage.

What will be the best synergies and counters to Phoenix in Marvel Rivals?

When building a team around Phoenix, it helps to think of her as Scarlet Witch with Loki’s utility mixed with Star Lord’s zoning. Based on that, here are a few heroes she will likely shine with. Wolverine is an obvious pick thanks to their team-up, letting him burn and heal while she plays from range. Magneto and Emma Frost will give her the protection she needs to control space, while Psylocke’s aggression will complement the Phoenix Form during team fights.

That said, she will likely be weakest against basic attack-heavy and long-range heroes. Star-Lord could burst her down even if muted, while Emma Frost and Doctor Strange could block her abilities. Invisible Woman could also make life difficult by pushing her back and shielding her targets. Exact details will be revealed with the update on July 11, but Phoenix is already shaping up to bring a fresh playstyle to Marvel rivals.

FAQs

When will Jean Grey come to Marvel Rivals?

Jean Grey will likely come to Marvel Rivals alongside the game’s third season, which launches on July 11.

Can Phoenix fly like other ranged heroes in Marvel Rivals?

Yes, but only for short durations. Her Phoenix Wings Flying ability lets her hover and reach high ground, similar to how Scarlet Witch floats during combat.

What kind of Marvel Rivals team works best with Phoenix?

Phoenix pairs well with aggressive frontline heroes like Wolverine, Magneto, and Psylocke. These teammates can protect her while she controls space and burns down grouped enemies with her Phoenix abilities.

References

1. [1] "Official Marvel Rivals website". www.marvelrivals.com. Retrieved July 03, 2025