Mouse acceleration is a major drawback for competitive shooters, and Marvel Rivals is no exception. The game frustratingly defaults to mouse acceleration with no in-game option to disable it. Here's how to fix that.

How to Disable Mouse Acceleration in Marvel Rivals

Because the game lacks an in-game toggle, you'll need to edit a configuration file. It's a simple process:

1. Press Windows key + R, then type %localappdata% and press Enter.
2. Locate the "Marvel" folder, then navigate to "MarvelSavedConfigWindows".
3. Open the "GameUserSettings.ini" file using Notepad (or a similar text editor).
4. At the end of the file, paste the following lines:

[/Script/Engine.InputSettings]
bEnableMouseSmoothing=False
bViewAccelerationEnabled=False

5. Save (Ctrl + S), close the file, then right-click it, select "Properties," check the "Read-only" box, and click "Apply."

You've now disabled mouse acceleration in-game. For optimal performance, also disable it within Windows:

1. In the Windows search bar, type "Mouse" and select "Mouse settings."
2. Click "Additional mouse options" in the top right.
3. Go to the "Pointer Options" tab and uncheck "Enhance pointer precision."
4. Click "Apply" and "OK."

With mouse acceleration disabled in both the game and Windows, your aim will be significantly improved due to consistent sensitivity. Building muscle memory becomes much easier with a linear response.

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Understanding Mouse Acceleration and Why It's Detrimental

Mouse acceleration alters your sensitivity based on your mouse movement speed. Fast movements result in higher sensitivity, while slow movements lower it. While convenient for general use, this is detrimental in shooters like Marvel Rivals.

Consistent sensitivity is crucial for building muscle memory and improving aim. Mouse acceleration prevents this by constantly changing your sensitivity, hindering accuracy and consistency.

Now that mouse acceleration is disabled, enjoy a more responsive and precise Marvel Rivals experience!

Marvel Rivals is available now on PS5, PC, and Xbox Series X|S.