Mouse acceleration is a major drawback for competitive shooters, and Marvel Rivals is no exception. The game frustratingly enables mouse acceleration by default, lacking an in-game toggle. Here's how to disable it:
How to Disable Mouse Acceleration in Marvel Rivals
Because the game offers no in-game setting, you must manually adjust a configuration file. Follow these steps:
- Press Windows key + R, type
%localappdata%, and press Enter. - Locate the "Marvel" folder, then navigate to "MarvelSavedConfigWindows".
- Open "GameUserSettings.ini" using Notepad (or a similar text editor).
- Add the following lines to the end of the file:
[/Script/Engine.InputSettings]
bEnableMouseSmoothing=False
bViewAccelerationEnabled=False- Save (Ctrl + S), close the file, then right-click it.
- Select "Properties", check "Read-only", click "Apply", and then "OK".
This disables mouse acceleration within the game. For optimal results, also disable it in Windows settings:
- In the Windows search bar, type "Mouse" and select "Mouse settings".
- Click "Additional mouse options" in the top right corner.
- Go to the "Pointer Options" tab.
- Uncheck "Enhance pointer precision".
- Click "Apply" and then "OK".
With mouse acceleration disabled in both the game and Windows, you'll experience a much more consistent and predictable aiming experience.
Understanding Mouse Acceleration and Why It's Detrimental
Mouse acceleration dynamically adjusts 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 highly undesirable in shooters like Marvel Rivals.
Consistent sensitivity is crucial for building muscle memory and improving aim. Mouse acceleration prevents this by constantly altering your sensitivity, hindering your ability to develop precise aiming skills.
Now that mouse acceleration is disabled, enjoy improved aim and a more competitive edge in Marvel Rivals.
Marvel Rivals is available now on PS5, PC, and Xbox Series X|S.
