Bruce Banner
Difficulty
Role
Vanguard
Attack Type
Melee
Health
200
Movement Speed
6 m/s
Gender
Male
Relatives
Brian Banner
Dr. Bruce Banner serves as a unique Vanguard hero, embodying the duality between his human form and his alter ego, the Hulk. Players begin as Banner, who possesses the lowest health in the game and limited offensive capabilities. To transform into the Hulk, players must accumulate gamma energy, primarily through Banner's abilities like the Gamma Grenade, which not only damages enemies but also generates the necessary energy for transformation. Once transformed, the Hulk becomes a formidable frontline combatant with enhanced health and melee prowess. Mastering the timing and management of this transformation is crucial, as reverting to Banner after the Hulk's health is depleted requires players to strategically gather gamma energy again to reinitiate the change. This dynamic gameplay emphasizes the balance between Banner's vulnerability and the Hulk's strength, offering a distinctive experience on the battlefield.
Team-Up: Gamma Charge
The Gamma Charge Team-Up ability enhances the synergy between Hulk, Doctor Strange, and Iron Man. When Hulk is on the team, he infuses his gamma radiation into Doctor Strange and Iron Man not only amplifies the offensive capabilities of Doctor Strange and Iron Man but also provides Hulk and his variant, Monster Hulk, with an additional 150 Max Health, enhancing their durability in battles.
Team-Up: Gamma Fastball
The Fastball Special is a Team-Up ability that showcases the synergy between Hulk and Wolverine. When both heroes are on the same team, they can interact to execute this maneuver: Activation: Hulk and Wolverine must both confirm the interaction. Once initiated, Hulk lifts Wolverine and hurls him forward. Mechanics: After being thrown, Wolverine can engage enemies directly upon landing, allowing for immediate combat engagement.
Abilities Overview
Gamma Ray Gun (Normal Attack)
Fire with a Gamma Ray Gun.
ABILITY TYPE - Single-cast projectile with delayed impact
DAMAGE - 16
AMMO - 25
FIRE RATE - 5/s
CRITICAL HIT - Yes
PROJECTILE SPEED - 80m/s
Puny Banner
Transform from Bruce Banner into Hero Hulk.
ABILITY TYPE - Transformation
SPECIAL EFFECT - The caster is immobilized during the transformation process and gains Invincibility
Gamma Grenade
Launch a Gamma Grenade to inflict damage and Launch Up enemies.
ABILITY TYPE - Single-cast projectile with a downward delay that creates a spell field upon impact
DAMAGE - 40
COOLDOWN - 8s
RANGE - 3m spherical radius
SPECIAL EFFECT - When the caster enters the spell field, it restores 50 gamma energy
Gamma Boost
Hulk charges Doctor Strange and Iron Man with gamma radiation. When Doctor Strange uses Maelstrom of Madness, he unleashes Gamma Maelstrom. When Iron Man uses Armor Overdrive, he will initiate a gamma upgrade.
TEAM-UP BONUS - Hero Hulk and Monster Hulk gain 150 Max Health
How to Play Bruce Banner in Marvel Rivals: 5 Key Tips
- Manage Your Transformation: Start as Banner to poke and slowly charge your ultimate, then quickly transform into Hulk to become the frontline powerhouse. Minimizing your time as Banner maximizes your impact and survivability.
- Maximize Mobility: Keep your jump charged at all times. Use Hulk's incredible leap to dive into the enemy backline to disrupt squishy DPS and healers, then retreat when the situation turns risky.
- Use Defensive Abilities Wisely: Rely on your shield (Indestructible Guard) to protect both yourself and your teammates during skirmishes. Timing its activation near allies can turn the tide of a fight by absorbing burst damage.
- Target Priority and Ability Timing: Focus on disabling key enemy targets with abilities like Gamma Grenade and Radioactive Lockdown. Use these tools to control the battlefield—stunning mobile threats or peeling for your team—while avoiding overcommitting into unfavorable fights.
- Coordinate with Your Team: Hulk isn't a solo diver; his strength lies in creating chaos and enabling your team. Communicate with teammates to plan your dives, and only use powerful moves like ult grabs when your team can capitalize on the disruption.
Bruce Banner Counters and Synergies
Strong Against
Struggles Against
Bruce Banner Cosmetics
Skins
Mighty G-Bomb
Green Scar
Sprays
Hulk
Hulk Emblem
Nameplates
Hulk
Green Scar